Ontario heat pump rebates,
eligibility and savings.
Discover available Ontario heat pump rebates, review heat pump eligibility and explore cold climate heat pump options for year round home comfort. Smarter Power helps Ontario homeowners understand the Home Renovation Savings Program, the federal National Heat Pump Rebate and the right heat pump solution for their home.
Heat pump rebate eligibility, rebate amounts, equipment selection and energy savings depend on your home, your existing primary heating source, the selected heat pump and final program approval.
Provincial and federal heat pump rebates for homeowners
Ontario homeowners may qualify for the provincial Home Renovation Savings Program and may also qualify for the federal National Heat Pump Rebate. These heat pump incentives can significantly reduce the upfront cost of installing an eligible cold climate heat pump in Ontario.
HOME RENOVATION SAVINGS PROGRAM
Ontario heat pump rebate
Ontario heat pump rebate amounts depend on your current primary heating source and the eligible heat pump selected. The Home Renovation Savings Program includes incentives for cold climate air source heat pumps and qualifying ground source heat pumps.
NATIONAL HEAT PUMP REBATE
Federal heat pump rebate
Qualifying heat pump installations completed on or after November 1, 2026 may be eligible for the federal National Heat Pump Rebate. Eligible households may receive $2,000, while eligible lower income and median income households may qualify for a larger rebate of up to $10,000, subject to federal program requirements.
- No pre installation or post installation energy audit is expected
- One federal heat pump rebate is available per eligible household
Check your Ontario heat pump rebate eligibility
Answer a few questions to see which Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program pathway may apply to your home. The result also provides information about potential federal heat pump rebate eligibility.
Tell us about your home
This eligibility checker provides a preliminary estimate. Final heat pump rebate eligibility is determined by the applicable rebate program.
One heat pump system for heating, cooling and comfort
A properly selected heat pump transfers heat rather than creating it directly. One energy efficient system can help heat your home in winter, cool your home in summer, improve comfort and reduce energy consumption.
Heating and cooling
A heat pump can provide both heating and air conditioning in one system, making it a practical option for Ontario homeowners.
Cold climate performance
Cold climate air source heat pumps are designed for Canadian winters. Selected models can continue operating at temperatures approaching 30°C below zero.
Improved efficiency
Heat pumps transfer heat energy between indoor and outdoor air, which can make them significantly more efficient than traditional electric resistance heating.
Better indoor comfort
Variable speed heat pump systems can provide more consistent indoor temperatures, quieter performance and improved summer humidity control.
The right heat pump depends on your home
Heat pump sizing should consider the heating load, cooling load, ductwork, electrical service, insulation levels, home layout and local winter climate. Choosing a system based on square footage alone can lead to poor comfort and performance.
Cold climate air source heat pump
A common choice for Ontario homes. Cold climate air source heat pumps are available in ducted, ductless and multi zone configurations.
Dual fuel heat pump system
A dual fuel system pairs a heat pump with a natural gas or propane furnace. This can provide efficient everyday heating with additional support during extremely cold temperatures.
Ground source heat pump
Ground source systems use stable underground temperatures to provide efficient heating and cooling. They may suit properties with adequate space and long term energy goals.
Eligibility first, installation second
Ontario heat pump rebate requirements and federal heat pump rebate requirements follow different processes. Understanding the correct pathway helps homeowners protect their rebate eligibility.
Confirm eligibility
Review the property, current heating source, proposed equipment and rebate pathway to determine whether the project may qualify.
Select eligible equipment
The selected heat pump should match the home and meet the product requirements associated with the applicable rebate.
Follow the correct approval process
Provincial HRSP projects require pre approval before installation. Federal eligibility may apply to qualifying installations completed on or after November 1, 2026.
Submit documents and receive rebate
Following installation, invoices and required documents are submitted for review. Rebate timing depends on the applicable program and final approval.
Ontario HRSP pre approval is mandatory. Do not complete the provincial heat pump installation before the required pre approval is received.
Ontario heat pump rebate questions, answered
Quick answers about Ontario heat pump rebates, federal heat pump incentives, heat pump eligibility, cold climate systems, rebate payments and stacking available rebates.
How much are the heat pump rebates?
Eligible natural gas heated homes with an active Enbridge Gas residential account can receive $500 per ton for a cold climate air source heat pump, up to $2,000.
Homes primarily heated by electricity, oil, propane or wood may receive $1,250 per ton, up to $7,500.
Eligible ground source heat pump systems can receive up to $12,000 depending on the system and existing heating source.
Eligible households may qualify for a $2,000 federal rebate. Eligible lower income and median income households may qualify for a larger federal heat pump rebate of up to $10,000, depending on household income and final program requirements.
Who is eligible for heat pump rebates in Ontario?
The applicant must own the home and meet the applicable property, heating source, utility and equipment requirements. Eligible properties generally include single detached homes, semi detached homes, row houses, townhomes and mobile homes on permanent foundations.
Natural gas heated homes generally require an active Enbridge Gas residential account. Homes heated by electricity, oil, propane or wood generally need to be connected to Ontario’s electricity grid.
The applicant must own an eligible Canadian home and meet the federal program requirements. Household income may determine whether the homeowner qualifies for the standard $2,000 rebate or the larger rebate of up to $10,000.
Is a home energy assessment required?
A home energy assessment is not required for the standalone heat pump rebate pathway. Provincial pre approval is still required before installation.
A pre installation or post installation home energy audit is not expected to be required for the federal heat pump rebate.
Can I install the heat pump before applying?
No. Provincial pre approval must be received before the heat pump installation is completed. Installing the equipment before the provincial approval can make the project ineligible for HRSP.
A qualifying heat pump installation completed on or after November 1, 2026 may be eligible for the federal rebate. Homeowners should retain the invoice, equipment documentation, payment records and installation details required by the federal application.
When will I receive the federal heat pump rebate?
Provincial eligibility begins with the required pre approval. After the eligible heat pump is installed and the post installation documents are approved, the rebate is processed according to the provincial program timeline.
Federal eligibility can apply to a qualifying installation completed on or after November 1, 2026. That does not mean the rebate is paid at the time of installation.
The homeowner submits the federal application once applications are being accepted. Payment follows after the application and supporting documentation have been reviewed and approved.
Can the provincial and federal heat pump rebates be stacked?
HRSP rules permit some funding from other sources to be combined with the provincial incentive. Restrictions apply, and combined incentives cannot exceed eligible project costs.
Based on currently published information, the provincial HRSP and federal National Heat Pump Rebate may generally be combined, subject to the final federal program terms and the applicable maximum funding limits.
Smarter Power can review both rebate pathways with the homeowner before the project proceeds.
Can I receive a rebate for replacing an existing heat pump?
The current provincial pathway generally requires the project to be the first installation of a space heating heat pump system in the home. Replacing an existing space heating heat pump may therefore not qualify for the provincial rebate.
Federal eligibility follows separate rules. Homeowners replacing existing equipment should confirm the selected heat pump and installation meet all federal program requirements.
Do cold climate heat pumps work during an Ontario winter?
Yes. Cold climate air source heat pumps are designed for low outdoor temperatures. Selected models can continue operating in temperatures approaching 30°C below zero.
The federal program is focused on eligible cold climate heat pump equipment intended for Canadian conditions.
Find out which heat pump rebate pathway fits your home.
Request a preliminary heat pump assessment to review your home, current heating system, heat pump options and available Ontario and federal heat pump rebates.
Program information shown is based on currently published information. Rebate amounts, eligible products, household income thresholds, application procedures and program terms may change. Smarter Power does not determine final rebate approval.