Federal Program Announced — Full Application Details Pending
A New Federal Heat Pump Rebate Is Coming.
The Government of Canada has announced a new national rebate to help eligible homeowners upgrade to energy-efficient heat pumps. Discover the announced rebate amounts, learn how heat pumps can improve home comfort, and stay informed as official program details are released.
Announced amounts
What the government has announced.
Up to $10,000
For eligible households below the applicable median-income threshold.
The final income criteria and required documents must be confirmed against the official program instructions.
$2,000
For other eligible homeowners installing qualifying heat pump equipment.
Subject to the final federal eligibility requirements and program conditions.
Important: these amounts have been announced by the federal government. Rebates are not guaranteed, and Nexhome cannot approve federal funding. Read the official announcement.
What we know
Here’s what the government has announced.
National program
A new National Heat Pump Rebate to help eligible Canadian homeowners install qualifying electric heat pumps, backed by $2 billion over eight years.
Eligible equipment
Electric cold-climate air-source heat pumps on an official Eligible Products List, which the government says will include over 100,000 options.
No energy audits
No energy audit is required before or after installation.
Online application
A streamlined online portal, with a short form asking for basic personal information and details of the heat pump.
Faster approvals
The government says approval will be confirmed within 24 hours, and payment approved within five days of submitting receipts.
Provincial rebates
The government has said the rebate can be combined with existing provincial programs, subject to each program’s requirements.
One rebate per person
Only one rebate will be issued per person.
Opening and retroactivity
Applications open in early 2027. The government says eligible households that install eligible heat pumps from November 1, 2026 will be able to apply once it opens.
These are announced program features. The final rules and application instructions decide eligibility. The government says full details will be available as of November 1, 2026.
Still to come
What details are we still waiting for?
Until these are published, nobody, including us, can say for certain who qualifies.
- The exact application opening date
- Income thresholds and how household size is counted
- Documents needed to verify income
- The complete eligible equipment criteria and the product list itself
- Installer or contractor requirements
- How applying, approval and installation must be sequenced
- Exactly how installations made before the portal opens are handled
- The conditions for combining with each provincial program
- Any regional or property-type restrictions
- Detailed reimbursement requirements
How it is expected to work
A simpler path to a heat pump upgrade.
Explore your options
Learn about heat pumps and whether one may suit your home.
Review official eligibility
When the program opens, confirm your household, property and equipment eligibility using the government’s instructions.
Submit your application
Apply through the official federal portal when it is available.
Install approved equipment
Follow the program’s required approval and installation sequence.
Submit documentation
Provide receipts and any other required information through the official process.
A preliminary overview based on the announced program structure, which describes approval before installation. How installations from November 1, 2026 fit this sequence has not been published yet. Nexhome’s update form is not the federal application.
Why a heat pump
One system. Heating and cooling comfort.
Year-round comfort
Heat pumps can provide both heating and air conditioning.
Energy efficiency
They move heat rather than making all of it with electric resistance.
Cold-climate options
Certain heat pumps are designed to work in Canadian winters.
Flexible configurations
Depending on the home: ducted, ductless, or a properly designed hybrid setup.
Savings vary from home to home. Explore central heat pumps or ductless heat pumps.
Is your home a good candidate?
Could a heat pump work for your home?
Whether a heat pump suits your home and whether you qualify for a rebate are two different questions. A home can be a great fit without qualifying for a particular rebate.
Current heating fuel
What you heat with today affects running costs and options.
Existing ductwork
Ducts suit a central system; homes without them suit ductless.
Home size and layout
How heat needs to reach each room.
Insulation and air sealing
A tighter home needs a smaller system.
Local climate
Colder regions need cold-climate equipment and suitable backup.
Electrical capacity
Your panel needs room for the heat pump and any backup heat.
Heating and cooling needs
Whole home, part of it, or cooling too.
Existing equipment
The age and condition of what you have now.
Proper sizing
Based on a load calculation, not square footage.
By province
Find heat pump information for your province.
This shows information only. It does not check eligibility.
Choose a province to see the federal program and any verified provincial programs.
Eligibility checker: coming when official rules are available
Once the federal rules are published, our rebate checker will be updated to show whether you may be eligible, based only on the published criteria. It will never say “approved”; only the official program can approve a rebate.
Be among the first to receive program updates.
Register your interest and we’ll share relevant information as the government releases more details.
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
How much is the new federal heat pump rebate?
The government has announced up to $10,000 for eligible households below the median income and $2,000 for other eligible homeowners.
Is the new rebate open for applications?
Not yet. The government says applications open through an online portal in early 2027. We will update this page when an exact date is announced.
Do I need an energy audit?
No. The government has announced that no energy audit is required before or after installation.
Can I combine federal and provincial rebates?
The government has said the rebate can be combined with existing provincial programs. Whether a specific combination works depends on both programs’ rules.
Do I need to heat my home with oil?
This new rebate is separate from the earlier Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program. The final rules will set out which heating situations qualify.
Can I install a heat pump before the program opens?
The government says eligible households that install eligible heat pumps from November 1, 2026 will be able to apply once the program opens. The eligibility criteria and the Eligible Products List are due to be published on November 1, 2026, so check them first. Installations before November 1, 2026 are not covered by that announcement.
Which heat pumps qualify?
Only models on the federal Eligible Products List. We will update our equipment guidance when the list and instructions are published.
Can Nexhome submit the federal application for me?
The government has said it will work with HVAC installers on the program, but the details of installer participation have not been published. We will explain what we can do once they are.
How quickly will rebates be paid?
The government says approval will be confirmed within 24 hours and payment approved within five days of submitting receipts, subject to the program’s requirements.
How do I receive updates?
Register with the form on this page and tick the box to receive updates. You can also sign up for updates from the Government of Canada.
Transparency
Clear information. No rebate guesswork.
Government programs can change as application rules are finalized. Nexhome is committed to sharing verified information, explaining your options, and helping you understand the difference between announced incentives and confirmed eligibility.
Nexhome is an independent home services provider and is not the Government of Canada. Federal rebate applications and approvals are administered through the official program.
Official government sources
- Government of Canada: National Heat Pump Rebate
- Prime Minister of Canada: news release, October 8, 2026
- Environment and Climate Change Canada: backgrounder, October 8, 2026
Last reviewed: October 30, 2026