Geothermal Rebates in Canada (2026): Provincial Programs & Financing

Researched and reviewed by the GeothermalFinder Editorial Team

Quick answer: Canada no longer has an open federal grant or loan for a new residential geothermal project. Current official sources do show qualifying provincial rebate or financing paths in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. British Columbia's current published heat-pump schedules do not list ground-source systems, and no province-wide Alberta residential ground-source rebate was found in the official sources reviewed.

All amounts are in Canadian dollars. Program sources were checked on July 29, 2026. Approval, equipment, installer, property, timing and documentation rules determine the actual payment. Never subtract a published amount from a quote until the program confirms the project.

Federal geothermal funding: what is closed

The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed. The final documentation deadline for existing participants was December 31, 2025. The Canada Greener Homes Loan is also closed to new applications; the last application day was October 1, 2025. A new 2026 quote should not subtract either program.

Current provincial geothermal programs

Ontario: Home Renovation Savings

The Home Renovation Savings heat-pump path lists two ground-source amounts: C$3,000 for an eligible home whose primary heat is Enbridge natural gas, and C$2,000 per ton up to C$12,000 for eligible electricity-, oil-, propane- or wood-heated homes. A participating contractor must obtain pre-approval before installation. The contractor-registration deadline was May 31, 2026, so homeowners should confirm that the chosen contractor completed the required program registration.

See the full Ontario geothermal cost and rebate guide, then compare listed Ontario installers.

Quebec: LogisVert

Hydro-Québec's LogisVert installer path lists C$750 per 1,000 BTU/h for a qualifying new geothermal installation, capped at C$54,000 for a house. The residential replacement path lists C$250 per 1,000 BTU/h, capped at C$18,000 per address for a house. The two paths have different conditions; do not apply the new-system rate to a replacement quote.

See the Quebec geothermal cost guide or the guide québécois en français.

Manitoba: direct contractor payment and 0% homeowner schedule

Efficiency Manitoba can pay approved eligible costs directly to a registered contractor, up to C$18,500 for a qualifying replacement system or C$38,000 for a qualifying retrofit. The homeowner pays C$75 per month for 180 months at 0% interest, totaling C$13,500, plus above-limit and ineligible costs. Written approval must come before purchase or installation. The remaining balance becomes due under the published terms if the property is sold or the owner stops being the Manitoba Hydro customer; the payment does not automatically transfer to a buyer.

See the full Manitoba geothermal cost and financing guide.

Nova Scotia: C$600 per ton

The June 2026 Efficiency Nova Scotia Home Energy Assessment guide lists C$600 per ton for a qualifying geothermal heat pump. Closed- and open-loop performance criteria apply, and installation must be completed by a certified Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic. A four-ton example calculates to C$2,400, but capacity and eligibility must be confirmed through the program.

See the full Nova Scotia geothermal cost and rebate guide.

New Brunswick: C$2,000 Total Home incentive

SaveEnergyNB's Total Home program currently lists C$2,000 for a qualifying geothermal heat pump. The initial Home Energy Evaluation must occur before purchase or installation. New registrations for the former Oil to Heat Pump advance closed on June 30, 2026; existing participants have separate completion and paperwork deadlines.

See the full New Brunswick geothermal cost and rebate guide.

British Columbia and Alberta: do not assume a provincial rebate

The two current Better Homes B.C. schedules reviewed for this guide list air-source, dual-fuel and air-to-water paths, but not ground-source systems. Ask Better Homes B.C. to confirm the exact project in writing before subtracting a rebate. See the British Columbia geothermal cost guide for PST and drilling rules.

The official Alberta sources reviewed did not identify a province-wide residential rebate dedicated to ground-source heat pumps. Municipal financing may still be available; see the Alberta geothermal cost guide for current planning and drilling information.

Before you sign a geothermal contract

1. Confirm the program and project path. New system, replacement system and fuel-switching paths can pay different amounts.
2. Get written approval before purchase or installation. Many programs will not approve work that started early.
3. Verify the contractor and equipment. Confirm required registrations, trade licences, certifications and eligible product lists.
4. Separate gross price from program money. The quote should show the full project price, expected assistance, homeowner balance and every exclusion.
5. Keep the evidence. Save assessments, approval letters, load calculations, product records, invoices, proof of payment and commissioning documents.

Frequently asked questions

Are the Canada Greener Homes Grant and Loan open for a new geothermal project?

No. Both programs are closed to new applications. The last day to apply for the Canada Greener Homes Loan was October 1, 2025, and the final documentation deadline for existing Canada Greener Homes Grant participants was December 31, 2025.

Which provinces currently show support for residential geothermal?

Current official sources list qualifying geothermal support or financing paths in Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Each program has its own approval, equipment, installer, timing and documentation rules, so the published amount is not a guaranteed payment.

Does British Columbia currently rebate a ground-source heat pump?

The Better Homes B.C. schedules reviewed on July 29, 2026 list air-source, dual-fuel and air-to-water heat-pump paths, but do not list ground-source systems. Do not subtract a B.C. ground-source rebate from a quote unless the program confirms that exact project in writing.

How does the Manitoba geothermal offer work?

Efficiency Manitoba can pay approved eligible costs directly to a registered contractor, up to C$18,500 for a qualifying replacement system or C$38,000 for a qualifying retrofit. The homeowner pays C$75 per month for 180 months at 0% interest, totaling C$13,500, plus above-limit and ineligible costs.

Is New Brunswick's Oil to Heat Pump advance still open?

No. New registrations for the advance closed June 30, 2026. Existing participants have separate completion and paperwork deadlines, while the active Total Home program still lists a C$2,000 incentive for a qualifying geothermal heat pump.

What should I do before buying or installing a geothermal system?

Confirm eligibility with the program and get required approval in writing before purchasing equipment or starting work. Then compare complete quotes that separate the gross price, expected program amount, homeowner balance, loop work, permits, electrical work, restoration and exclusions.

Sources and methodology

This guide uses current Natural Resources Canada closure notices and official provincial program documents. Sources were reviewed on July 29, 2026. Published amounts are reported as program figures—not guarantees, contractor quotes or province-wide installed-cost averages. Program pages are monitored for changes, but homeowners should obtain written confirmation for the exact property, equipment and contractor before work begins.