British Columbia
BC heat pump rebates after the July 2026 changes
BC Hydro (electrically heated homes)
| Upgrade | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Whole-home heating (meets 100% of heating at –5°C) | $4,000 |
| Partial-home heating (50% or more) | $1,500 |
| Northern region offers | Up to $7,000 (see BC Hydro table) |
CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program
An income-qualified programme delivered with registered contractors. From invoices dated 6 July 2026, rebates for oil, propane and gas-heated homes were reduced, and some electric offers ended. We haven't verified the new rebate table line by line. Check Better Homes BC before you sign a quote.
Plus the federal rebate
The National Heat Pump Rebate ($2,000, or up to $10,000 at or below BC's income thresholds, from $46,981 for 1 person to $170,187 for 5+) applies to installs from 1 November 2026. The 8 October announcement said it combines with provincial programmes. The federal rules don't require removing your old system, but BC Hydro's whole-home offer has its own requirements. Official rules explained.
Frequently asked questions
What changed on 6 July 2026?
CleanBC's Energy Savings Program reduced heat pump rebates for oil, propane and gas-heated homes at all income levels, and ended electric-to-heat-pump rebates at Income Level 2.
Do I have to remove my gas furnace?
Under CleanBC's Energy Savings Program, homes converting from oil, propane or gas must remove the primary fossil-fuel heating system.
Is the BC Hydro bonus still on?
The up-to-$1,000 bonus required the install to be completed and paid between 1 August and 31 October 2026, with applications by 30 November 2026.
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