With rebates up to $7,500 for non-gas homes (or $2,000 for Enbridge gas), heat pumps are worth a close look if you are planning a heating upgrade. That is especially true if you heat with oil, propane, or expensive electric baseboard.
When heat pumps make the most sense
- Oil or propane heat: Highest savings potential; income-qualified oil homes may also access OHPA (closing July 31, 2026)
- Electric baseboard: Qualify for non-gas rebate rates up to $7,500
- Old gas furnace: Lower program cap, but bundled insulation can improve payback
- Planning AC replacement: A heat pump replaces both heating and cooling
Cold-climate concerns
Modern cold-climate air-source heat pumps work in Ontario winters when sized correctly. Your participating contractor should run a heat loss calculation. Undersized units struggle. Oversized units cost more upfront. Equipment must be on NRCan's qualified products list for the rebate.
Run our free checker to see your rebate tier, then compare quotes from two participating contractors before you commit.
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Use our free eligibility calculator to see program amounts for your heating type and upgrade. Results in about one minute. No account required.
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