Government Grants & Financing for Heating Cooling Systems

Government grants

Several government programs can help reduce the total cost of your project.
Verify your eligibility and take advantage of the programs that apply to your situation.

Update 2021

The heat pump you choose must be on the list of eligible heat pumps at the time of installation and all program conditions must be met.

See list of eligible heat pumps
Description

Program overview :

    • Installation or replacement of an eligible heat pump (see list of eligible heat pumps – the system must be recognized by the NEEP organization), for both existing homes and new construction.
    • Replacement of an existing oil or propane central heating system with a system that is powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity.
    • Available financial assistance:
      • The amount of financial assistance varies primarily according to the winter heating capacity of the installed system.
        • The higher the capacity of the heat pump, the greater the financial assistance.
        • Amount is $50 for every 1,000 BTUs of heating capacity at -8 °C.
      • For example :
        • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity of 10,000 BTU/hr at -8°C is eligible for financial assistance of $500;
        • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity at 20,000 BTU/hr at -8 °C is eligible for financial assistance of $1,000.
Procedures
    • Program registration is done after the work is completed.
    • The homeowner must ensure that their project meets the program requirements, gather the required supporting documents, and then claim the financial assistance using the online form, after the work has been completed.
Program website

For all eligibility criteria and complete terms and conditions of the financial assistance, visit the Government of Quebec’s program website:

Description

Rénoclimat guides you in your residential renovation projects to improve the energy performance of your home.

You may be eligible for financial assistance from the Rénoclimat program if you install or replace mechanical systems.

  • Program overview :
      • Installation or replacement of an eligible heat pump (see list of eligible heat pumps – the system must be recognized by the NEEP organization), for both existing homes and new construction.
      • Replacement of an existing oil or propane central heating system with a system that is powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity.
      • Available financial assistance:
        • The amount of financial assistance varies primarily according to the winter heating capacity of the installed system.
          • The higher the capacity of the heat pump, the greater the financial assistance.
          • Amount is $50 for every 1,000 BTUs of heating capacity at -8 °C.
        • For example :
          • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity of 10,000 BTU/hr at -8°C is eligible for financial assistance of $500;
          • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity at 20,000 BTU/hr at -8 °C is eligible for financial assistance of $1,000.
Procedures
    • Important: Register for the program BEFORE you begin your renovation project to receive a visit from an advisor.
Program Website

For all eligibility criteria and complete terms and conditions of the financial assistance, visit the Government of Quebec’s program website:

Description

Energy Transition Quebec offers financial assistance to encourage the construction of Novoclimat homes. If the heating system installed in the Novoclimat home is a heat pump, the owner will receive additional financial assistance.

  • Installation or replacement of an eligible heat pump (see list of eligible heat pumps – the system must be recognized by the NEEP organization), for both existing homes and new construction.
  • Replacement of an existing oil or propane central heating system with a system that is powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity.
  • Available financial assistance:
    • The amount of financial assistance varies primarily according to the winter heating capacity of the installed system.
      • The higher the capacity of the heat pump, the greater the financial assistance.
      • Amount is $50 for every 1,000 BTUs of heating capacity at -8 °C.
    • For example :
      • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity of 10,000 BTU/hr at -8°C is eligible for financial assistance of $500;
      • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity at 20,000 BTU/hr at -8 °C is eligible for financial assistance of $1,000.
Procedures
    • The Novoclimat program encourages the construction of new houses of high-energy performance.
Program Website

For all eligibility criteria and complete terms and conditions of the financial assistance, visit the Government of Quebec’s program website:

Description

Energy Transition Quebec offers financial assistance to encourage the construction of Novoclimat homes. If the heating system installed in the Novoclimat home is a heat pump, the owner will receive additional financial assistance.

  • Installation or replacement of an eligible heat pump (see list of eligible heat pumps – the system must be recognized by the NEEP organization), for both existing homes and new construction.
  • Replacement of an existing oil or propane central heating system with a system that is powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity.
  • Available financial assistance:
    • The amount of financial assistance varies primarily according to the winter heating capacity of the installed system.
      • The higher the capacity of the heat pump, the greater the financial assistance.
      • Amount is $50 for every 1,000 BTUs of heating capacity at -8 °C.
    • For example :
      • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity of 10,000 BTU/hr at -8°C is eligible for financial assistance of $500;
      • an eligible heat pump with a heating capacity at 20,000 BTU/hr at -8 °C is eligible for financial assistance of $1,000.
Procedures
    • Faire évaluer votre maison par un conseiller en efficacité énergétique ÉnerGuide
    • Une fois l’évaluation ÉnerGuide terminée et votre rapport en main, vous pouvez amorcer votre projet de rénovation
    • Après les rénovations, faites évaluer votre maison une autre fois pour vérifier si votre projet de rénovation l’a effectivement rendue plus écoénergétique
Program Website

Pour tous les critères d’admissibilité et les modalités complètes d’aide financière, consultez le site du programme :

Financing Options

We offer financing for your project. Different financing options are available to you.
Description
    • Project financing over a period of up to 10 years.
    • Repayment allowed at any time without any penalties.
    • Several term options, depending on your needs.
    • For example, a mid-range 18,000 BTUs unit could cost you less than $40/month.
Procedure
    • This program is only valid for residential homeowners.
    • Pre-approval is done on site with an evaluator. The decision is immediate. The possible terms for your particular situation will be explained to you by the evaluator.
Partner website

For all the eligibility criteria and complete financing terms, consult our partner’s website.