Save Money and Energy: Government Heat Pump Grants in Quebec

Table of Contents

• How Does a Heat Pump Rebate Work?
• How to Apply for a Heat Pump Rebate
• How to Check Your Heat Pump Rebate Status
• What Grants Are Available for Heat Pumps in Canada?
• Key Takeaways
• MST Helps You Reduce Costs

Buying a heat pump is an excellent way to save on energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint. In Quebec, several government grants, or rebates, make installing these energy-efficient systems more affordable. This guide explains how the various grants available for heat pumps in Quebec work, how to apply for them, and how to check the status of your application. It also provides an overview of the different grants.

In Canada, various government grants for heat pumps are available to help homeowners invest in energy-efficient systems. In Quebec, the most notable programs include:

• LogisVert – Efficient Heat Pump Program
• LogisVert – Efficient Heat Pump Rental Project
• LogisVert and Steffes
• Chauffez Vert
• Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program
• ÉcoPerformance
• Énergir and Hydro-Québec

How Does a Heat Pump Rebate Work?

Rebates for heat pumps provide financial incentives to homeowners installing qualifying energy-efficient systems. Here is how it typically works:

1. Eligibility
   Homeowners must meet specific eligibility criteria, such as owning a home in Quebec and installing a qualifying heat pump model.
2. Application
   After installing the heat pump, homeowners can apply for the rebate through the relevant program’s website. This process usually involves submitting proof of purchase and installation.
3. Rebate Approval
   Once the application is reviewed and approved, homeowners receive a rebate check or direct deposit. The amount of the heat pump rebate varies depending on the program and the efficiency of the installed heat pump.

How to Apply for a Heat Pump Rebate

Applying for a heat pump rebate in Quebec involves several steps:

1. Research and Select a Program
   Determine which rebate program best suits your needs. Consider programs like LogisVert, Hydro-Québec, and the Canada Greener Homes Loan.
2. Install a Qualifying Heat Pump
   Ensure that the heat pump you install meets the program’s efficiency requirements. Keep all receipts and documentation related to the purchase and installation.
3. Complete the Application
   Visit the program’s website and fill out the rebate application form. You must provide details about the heat pump and your home and submit the necessary documentation.
4. Submit the Application
   Submit your completed application online or by mail, following the specific instructions provided by the program.

How to Check Your Heat Pump Rebate Status

After applying for a heat pump rebate, you should check the status of your application. Here is how:

1. Visit the Program’s Website
   Most programs have an online portal where you can log in and check the status of your application.
2. Contact Customer Service
   If you have trouble accessing your application status online, contact the program’s customer service department for assistance.
3. Follow Up
   Follow up regularly on your application to ensure that all required documents are submitted and that it is processed in a timely manner.

What Grants Are Available for Heat Pumps in Canada?

Here is a quick overview of each available heat pump rebate in Canada, more specifically for the province of Quebec.

The LogisVert Efficient Heat Pump Program

This program offers a heat pump grant for an eligible heat pump installation or replacement. The financial aid allotted varies according to the heat pump’s heating output. Once all program requirements are met, you receive $50 for every 1,000 BTU of heating output at –8 °C for the purchase and installation of an ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump, or $120 for every 1,000 BTU at –8 °C if the unit is classified as cold climate. The financial aid amounts are listed in the eligible heat pumps list.

Since the Rénoclimat program no longer offers financial assistance for installing heat pumps, LogisVert is taking over in this regard. Rénoclimat continues to provide support for work done on the building envelope.

LogisVert’s program’s eligibility criteria are detailed in the participant’s guide.

Application for LogisVert’s financial assistance.

The LogisVert Efficient Heat Pump Rental Project in Collaboration With HydroSolution

When renting an eligible heat pump through HydroSolution, you are entitled to financial assistance courtesy of Hydro-Quebec’s LogisVert program.

Once all program requirements are met, the financial assistance offered is $50 for every thousand BTU of heating at –8 °C, paid in a single payment by HydroSolution. If you choose a cold-climate heat pump, you may receive $120 for every thousand BTU of heating capacity at –8 °C.

The LogisVert and Steffes Incentive

Hydro-Québec, through its LogisVert program, is offering up to $22 000 in financial assistance when you install a Steffes central heating system with heat accumulator (ETS) and an eligible central heat pump together.

The company installing your heat accumulator provides the assistance: it deducts the grant amount from your invoice and then claims that amount from Hydro-Québec.

The Chauffez Vert Program

A grant is offered when replacing a fossil fuel heating system, like propane or oil heating, with a system using renewable energy, such as electricity. The financial aid from Chauffez Vert can go up to $1,275 for a single-family home. The amount offered varies according to the type of dwelling.

The Chauffez Vert program is available until March 31, 2026

Consult the ”Normative framework” document (in French only) to learn more about eligibility criteria.

The Chauffez Vert grant can be combined with financial assistance from LogisVert to install a heat pump.

Steps to follow to benefit from the Chauffez Vert financial assistance.

Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program

This federal grant is available when replacing an oil heating system with a high-energy-efficiency heat pump and if your household income is equal to or less than the average after-tax income.

Financial assistance can go up to $10,000 for a single-family home. The amount offered varies depending on the type of dwelling.

This offer can be combined with financial assistance from other federal, provincial, or other programs.

ÉcoPerformance

This grant is offered when replacing an oil or propane heating system with an electric heating system.

ÉcoPerformance (French only) targets certain buildings not eligible for the Chauffez Vert program, such as mixed-use (residential and commercial) and large residential (multifamily buildings of four stories and more) buildings.

Consult the comparative table of eligibility criteria (French only) to determine if your project qualifies for the Chauffez vert program or the ÉcoPerformance program.

Financial assistance is limited to 75% of eligible costs.

Grants From Énergir, Hydro-Québec, and the Quebec Government

Thanks to a partnership between Énergir, Hydro-Québec, and the government of Quebec, switching to dual-energy — electricity and renewable natural gas — can result in subsidies.

A grant of up to $7,300 is offered to add an electric central heat pump to a single-family home’s existing natural gas central heating system. The amount provided varies according to the type of dwelling.

By switching to dual-energy electricity-natural gas, you can use Hydro-Quebec’s advantageous rate DT.

Discover the steps to switch to dual energy and take advantage of grants.

Key Takeaways

Investing in a heat pump is smart for your wallet and the environment. With various government grants available in Quebec, this energy-efficient upgrade is more affordable than ever.

Programs like LogisVert, Hydro-Québec, Chauffez Vert, the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program, ÉcoPerformance, and Énergir provide substantial financial assistance. By understanding how these programs work and how to apply for them, you can take full advantage of the available incentives and enjoy the benefits of a more energy-efficient home.

MST Helps You Reduce Costs

MST is dedicated to helping you outfit your home with quality heat pumps and ventilation systems so that you can enjoy ultimate comfort and optimized home energy savings.

We are associated with Financeit to offer quick and simple financing solutions.

Contact our specialists. They’ll be pleased to help you learn more about eligible heat pumps for the various grants in Quebec.