Can I install my own heat pump for a rebate?

No. You must have a licensed and registered HVAC contractor install your equipment to be eligible for a rebate.

Can I keep my natural gas heating for the rebate?

No. Your natural gas heating system must be fully decommissioned before you're eligible for the BC heat pump rebate.

Heat Pump Rebates in BC

Switch from Natural Gas to a Heat Pump and get up to $11,000!

If you switch from a fossil fuel heating source to an electric heat pump and meet the requirements above, you may be eligible for up to $11,000 in rebates. This includes a $3,000 top-up from BC Hydro in addition to CleanBC's existing $3,000 rebate. This means that eligible candidates can get a combined rebate of up to $6,000 from BC Hydro and CleanBC from just one application!

Additional $5,000 From The Canada Greener Homes Grant

You could be eligible for up to $5,000 in extra government grants. The Canada Greener Homes Grant is a separate initiative with its own requirements and application procedure that must be completed before any improvements are made.

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We're licensed and Qualified for your Heat Pump Rebate Application

GreenTech HVAC is a qualified HVAC contractor in the Greater Vancouver Area who can install your new heat pump and help you fill out your rebate application. A licensed and qualified HVAC technician is required to apply for your rebate.

BC Heat Pump Rebate Options

Thinking of switching from natural gas to a heat pump for your home or building? Check out which types of various heat pumps are eligible for the BC Heat Pump Rebate.

Check out the current heat pump options below:

Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Rebate

Eligibility
- The indoor unit of the heat pump serves one zone.
- The indoor unit of the heat pump (head) must serve a main living area (Family room, living room, or open-concept kitchen-living room) of the premises.
The system must meet all the following requirements:
- Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) of 16 or higher;
- Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF Region IV) of 10.00 or higher;
- Variable speed compressor (single speed and two-stage compressors are not eligible); and
- An AHRI certified reference number that references all components of the heat pump, including the outdoor unit and indoor unit.

Customers who replace a fossil fuel heating system (natural gas, oil, or propane) with a mini-split heat pump system (one outdoor unit and 1 indoor unit):

CleanBC Heat Pump Rebate: up to $3,000
BC Hydro Rebate: up to $3,000
Total Combined Rebates: $6,000

Ductless Multi-Split Heat Pump Rebate

Eligibility
- The indoor unit of the heat pump serves multiple zones
- At least one indoor unit (head) must serve a main living area (Family room, living room, or open-concept kitchen-living room) of the premises
The system must meet all the following requirements:
- Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) of 16 or higher;
- Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF Region IV) of 9.30 or higher;
- Variable speed compressor (single speed and two-stage compressors are not eligible); and
- An AHRI certified reference number that references the outdoor unit.

Customers who replace a fossil fuel heating system (natural gas, oil, or propane) with a multi-head mini-split heat pump system (one outdoor unit and a minimum of 2 indoor units):

CleanBC Heat Pump Rebate: up to $3,000
BC Hydro Rebate: up to $3,000
Canada Greener Homes Grant: up to $4,000
Total Combined Rebates: $10,000

Central Ducted Heat Pump Rebate

Eligibility
- The indoor unit of the heat pump serves multiple zones.
- At least one indoor unit (head) must serve a main living area (Family room, living room, or open-concept kitchen-living room) of the premises.
The system must meet all the following requirements:
- Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) of 16 or higher;
- Heating Seasonal Performance Factor (HSPF Region IV) of 9.30 or higher;
- Variable speed compressor (single speed and two-stage compressors are not eligible),
- An AHRI certified reference number that references all components of the heat pump, including outdoor unit, indoor unit(s), and air handler or furnace; and
- Products with a maximum static pressure of less than 0.6" WC are considered mini-split or multi-split systems.

Customers who replace a fossil fuel heating system (natural gas, oil, or propane) with a ducted central heat pump system (your furnace is removed and has a fan coil unit and a heating/cooling coil installed in it's place):

CleanBC Heat Pump Rebate: up to $3,000
BC Hydro Rebate: up to $3,000
Canada Greener Homes Grant: up to $5,000
Total Combined Rebates: $11,000

Heat Pump Rebate Municipality Top-up Requirements

You must have a residential account with BC Hydro
Your home must currently be primarily heated with natural gas, oil, or propane
The heat pump must become the primary heating system of the home. Old and back-up systems powered by fossil fuels must be fully decommissioned or removed (proof is required)
Your invoice must be dated September 28, 2021 or later, and you must apply for the rebate within six months
You must meet our general eligibility requirements, which includes living in an eligible property type

Municipality	Electric Heat Pump Space Heating Top-Up	Electrical Service Upgrade Top-Up	Electric Heat Pump Water Heater Top-Up
City of Vancouver	$2,000 Or $6,000**	$500	$1,000
City of North Vancouver	$2,000	$500	$1,000
District of North Vancouver	$2,000
District of West Vancouver Fully Subscribed	–
City of New Westminster	$350
City of Kamloops	$350		$350
Resort Municipality of Whistler	$2,000	$500	$1,000
City of Kelowna	$2,000
City of Victoria	$2,000	$500
District of Saanich	$350	$500	$350
District of Central Saanich Fully Subscribed	–
District of North Saanich Fully Subscribed	–
Township of Esquimalt Fully Subscribed	–
Town of Sidney	$350	$500	$350
Town of View Royal	$350
City of Colwood	$350	$500	$350
City of Nanaimo	$350	$500	$350
City of Powell River	$350	$500	$350
City of Campbell River Fully Subscribed	–
District of North Cowichan	$350	$500	$350
City of Duncan	$350	$500	$350

Heat Pump Rebate Product Eligibility

The heat pump must be listed on the rebate-eligible heat pump list
It must be sufficiently sized to function as the primary heating system for the home.
A primary heating system must have the capacity to heat a minimum of 50% of the home for the entire heating season to 21ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

Get Your Heat Pump Rebate Today!

If you're interested in installing any of the above equipment, our team can guide you on which systems are the right ones to install to get your BC Heat Pump rebate. Get an installation quote from GreenTech HVAC and we'll show you your options on which equipment is rebate-eligible!

Call GreenTech HVAC at 604-493-2033 or fill out the form on the left of this page to have our super friendly staff contact you.

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