Up to CA$32 000
in Canadian heat pump grants

Maximum stackable grants depend on province, household income, and existing heating type. Atlantic Canada oil-heating households in low-mid income brackets may stack up to CA$32,000 in grants alone (federal + provincial + Atlantic bonus), plus an additional CA$40,000 interest-free loan. Ontario gas-replacement households typically access CA$5,000-13,000. Always verify current amounts with NRCan and your provincial energy authority.

The original Canada Greener Homes Grant closed for new applications in February 2024. Successor and complementary programs remain active: the Canada Greener Homes Loan (up to CA$40,000 interest-free) and the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program. Always check the current program landscape on the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) website before applying.

Modern cold-climate heat pumps (CCHP) are rated to operate efficiently down to -25°C or lower. Major manufacturers including Mitsubishi, Bosch, Lennox, and Daikin offer CCHP models suited to Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and other extreme-cold climates. Auxiliary heating may be configured for back-up during the coldest periods.

Air-source heat pump (ASHP) is the most common type, suitable for milder climates like Vancouver and Toronto. Cold-climate heat pump (CCHP) is an ASHP rated for sub-25°C operation, recommended for Prairie and Northern climates. Ground-source heat pump (GSHP) extracts heat from the ground; it is the most efficient and most expensive (CA$25,000-50,000 installed before grants) but works in any climate.

Standard ASHP installation typically takes 1-3 days. CCHP installation takes 2-4 days. GSHP installation requires ground excavation and takes 1-3 weeks. The full grant application timeline (pre-evaluation, install, post-evaluation, reimbursement) typically spans 4-6 months from start to grant payment.

Natural Resources Canada maintains a registry of qualified installers eligible for federal grant programs. We can match you with NRCan-registered installers and manufacturer-certified dealers (Lennox Premier, Mitsubishi Diamond, Daikin Comfort Pro, etc.) in your area. Always request multiple quotes and verify provincial trade certifications.