National Heat Pump Rebate Canada: $2,000–$10,000 Explained (2026)
What Was Announced
On October 8, 2026, in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a $2 billion investment over eight years to deliver one million home retrofits across Canada, as part of the National Electricity Strategy. The centrepiece for homeowners is the new National Heat Pump Rebate, designed to help up to 820,000 households switch to efficient electric cold-climate air-source heat pumps.
Separately, about 280,000 apartment units will be covered over eight years through CMHC financing and the Canada Infrastructure Bank, and the Deep Retrofit Accelerator is being renewed with nearly $110 million over three years starting 2027–28.
How Much Can You Get?
| Household | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Below the national median income | Up to $10,000 |
| Other eligible homeowners | $2,000 |
Both rebates can be combined with existing provincial programs (in Ontario, e.g. Enbridge's Home Efficiency Rebate+) to bring the out-of-pocket cost down further. Only one rebate per person is issued — a landlord who claims for a rental property cannot also claim for their own residence.
What Qualifies
- Eligible equipment: electric cold-climate air-source heat pumps on the program's Eligible Products List — the government says it covers over 100,000 models at various price points, all suited for the Canadian climate.
- Who it's for: homeowners replacing oil, propane, diesel, electric baseboards, electric furnaces, or outdated furnaces. Over 7 million Canadian households still heat this way.
- No energy audits required — neither before nor after installation.
- Typical savings: the government estimates households switching from oil, propane, or electric resistance heating save more than $1,400 per year on energy bills. Heat pumps also provide air conditioning in summer.
How the Application Will Work
- Apply online through the program portal (not yet live) — the form asks for basic personal information and the eligible heat pump you plan to purchase.
- Approval within 24 hours. The program is designed for speed, including breakdown replacements: a heat pump can be installed as quickly as a furnace.
- Install the pre-approved heat pump with a qualified installer.
- Submit receipts through the portal — payment approved within about five days, by direct deposit.
What Ontario Homeowners Should Do Now
- Don't wait for a breakdown if your system is aging. About 80% of heating replacements happen after an unexpected failure. Planning ahead lets you compare quotes calmly.
- Get quotes from qualified HVAC installers now. Demand will surge when the portal opens — installers' schedules fill fast. Compare at least 2–3 quotes.
- Check provincial stacking. Ontario programs can be combined with the federal rebate; confirm current offers before you buy.
- Keep your receipts if you install in fall 2026 — retroactivity is being considered but is not guaranteed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can I apply for the National Heat Pump Rebate?
The portal is not open yet. The government targets an early-2027 launch; possible retroactivity to fall 2026 is unconfirmed.
Do I need a home energy audit?
No. The program explicitly requires no pre- or post-installation energy audits.
Can I combine it with Ontario rebates?
Yes — the federal rebate is designed to stack with existing provincial programs.
Which heat pumps qualify?
Electric cold-climate air-source heat pumps on the program's Eligible Products List (100,000+ models announced).
How fast is approval and payment?
Approval within 24 hours of application; payment within about five days of submitting installation receipts.
I'm a landlord — can I claim twice?
No. One rebate per person: a rental-property claim excludes a claim for your own residence.
Sources: Government of Canada announcement, October 8, 2026 (canada.ca); Prime Minister's Office news release. Program details may change before launch — verify on the official program page when the portal opens.