Are you an Ontario homeowner who wants to save on energy costs and stay comfortable year-round? The Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) offers up to $3,000 in heat pump rebates for Ontarians who heat their homes with natural gas, and up to $12,000 for those who heat with oil, propane, wood, or electricity. Plus, if you heat with oil, you could boost your savings and receive up to $17,500 by combining HRSP with the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program. This program helps eligible homeowners switch to energy-efficient heating with ground source or cold climate air source heat pumps. You'll save money on energy bills, enjoy a more comfortable home, and help protect the environment. Heat pump rebates & grants in Ontario – about Home Renovation Savings Program The Home Renovation Savings Program is funded by the Government of Ontario and jointly delivered by Enbridge Gas and the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO). It’s designed to help homeowners lower heating costs, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and create a more efficient, comfortable home with electric heat pumps. The incentive amount is determined based on factors such as the type of heat pump installed and your existing heating system. General eligibility requirements for the Home Renovation Savings Program: You must own the property, but it does not need to be your primary residence (recreational homes and income properties may qualify) Your home must be older than 6 months old The home must be a single-family dwelling (e.g., detached, semi-detached, townhouse, or mobile home on a permanent foundation) Your primary heating source must be oil, natural gas, propane, electricity, or wood If using natural gas, you must be an existing Enbridge Gas customer For electrically heated homes, only those currently connected to the Ontario electricity grid and using electric resistance heating (such as electric baseboard heaters) will qualify; homes with an existing electric heat pump are ineligible for the Home Renovation Savings Program You must install a qualifying ground source or cold climate air source heat pump The installation must be done by a participating contractor (good news - 1Click is a participating contractor!) What does the Home Renovation Savings Program cover? $500/ton for gas users switching to an air source heat pump, up to a maximum of $2,000 back Up to $3,000 for gas users switching to a ground source heat pump $1,250/ton for electricity, oil, propane, or wood users switching to an air source heat pump, up to a maximum of $7,500 back $2,000/ton for electricity, oil, propane, or wood users switching to a ground source heat pump, up to a maximum of $12,000 back For homeowners renting a heat pump: $500/ton for electric, natural gas, oil, propane and wood users switching to an air source heat pump, up to a maximum of $2,000 back Up to $3,000 for electric, natural gas, oil, propane and wood users switching to a ground source heat pump The application process for the Home Renovation Savings Program One of the best aspects of this program is that, as the homeowner, there’s no need for you to complete a separate application. Here's how it works: Your contractor will help confirm that your home and existing heating system meet program requirements Have your heat pump installed by your participating contractor Your contractor will collect and submit all necessary paperwork on your behalf, including proof of heating fuel, proof of ownership, and the installation invoice Once your application is reviewed and approved, your rebate will be issued - no need to submit anything yourself! Take the next step toward energy efficiency Switching to a heat pump is one of the smartest ways to improve your home’s comfort and lower your energy bills. With rebates available through the Home Renovation Savings Program, you could access thousands in savings. As a registered contractor, we’ll handle the details, help you understand your options, and make sure your installation qualifies. All you need to do is take the first step: contact us for expert assistance with the Home Renovation Savings Program and your home heating upgrade. Home Renovation Savings Program FAQs 1. What are the eligibility requirements to receive a heat pump rebate through the Home Renovation Savings Program? To qualify, you must: Be an Enbridge Gas customer using natural gas or heat your home electrically through the Ontario grid (not Cornwall Electric), OR be currently heating your home with wood, oil, or propane Live in an eligible home type (not a new build) with at least six months of occupancy Own the home and pay for the heat pump installation Be installing a heat pump for the first time Use a unit approved by Natural Resources Canada (cold climate air source or ground source heat pump) Install both indoor and outdoor units for split systems Only the heat pump system qualifies for the rebate, not backup systems For the full list of eligibility requirements, visit the Home Renovation Savings Program Terms and Conditions page. 2. Where can I find more information about heat pumps? Looking to learn more about heat pumps? Our Learning Centre provides helpful, in-depth information about heat pumps. Natural Resources Canada also has information about heat pumps. 3. Can I apply for the Home Renovation Savings Program for multiple homes? Yes, as long as you own each property and meet the eligibility requirements for each one. 4. Can tenants apply for the Home Renovation Savings Program? No, only homeowners are eligible. 5. Why are some electricity customers not eligible for the Home Renovation Savings Program? To qualify, you must either heat your home with natural gas and be an Enbridge Gas customer, or heat with electricity and be connected to Ontario’s electricity grid. Customers of Cornwall Electric are connected to the Hydro-Québec grid, so they’re only eligible for this program if they also use Enbridge Gas. If you're not using electric heating or not an Enbridge customer, you may still qualify for rebates so long as your primary heat source runs on propane, oil, or wood. 6. Do I need to remove my oil tank to qualify for the Home Renovation Savings Program? No, the Home Renovation Savings Program program does not require oil tank removal.
