In Canada, various provinces and utility providers offer rebates for installing smart thermostats as part of their energy efficiency programs. Below is an overview of the most notable smart thermostat rebates in Canada:
Federal Rebates
Canada Greener Homes Grant
Rebate Amount: Up to $50 to $100 for installing a smart thermostat as part of a broader home energy retrofit.
Eligibility: Homeowners must complete a pre- and post-retrofit energy audit to qualify.
How to Apply:
Book an energy assessment through an approved energy advisor.
Install an ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostat.
Submit documentation via the Canada Greener Homes Grant portal.
Provincial and Utility-Specific Rebates
1. Enbridge Gas – Smart Thermostat Rebate (Ontario)
Rebate Amount: Up to $100.
Eligibility: Available to residential Enbridge Gas customers in Ontario.
Qualifying Thermostats: Models like Nest, ecobee, Honeywell, etc.
How to Apply:
Purchase and install a qualifying thermostat.
Apply through the Enbridge Gas rebate portal with proof of purchase.
2. BC Hydro – Smart Thermostat Rebates (British Columbia)
Rebate Amount: Up to $150.
Eligibility: Residential customers of BC Hydro.
Qualifying Thermostats: ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostats.
How to Apply: Submit proof of purchase via the BC Hydro rebate portal.
3. FortisBC – Smart Thermostat Rebate (British Columbia)
Rebate Amount: Up to $150.
Eligibility: Customers using natural gas as their primary heating source.
Qualifying Thermostats: Approved ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostats.
How to Apply: Apply online with purchase receipt and installation details.
4. Efficiency Manitoba – Smart Thermostat Rebate (Manitoba)
Rebate Amount: Up to $100.
Eligibility: Available to homeowners in Manitoba using natural gas heating.
Qualifying Thermostats: ENERGY STAR® certified products.
How to Apply:
Purchase an eligible thermostat.
Submit an application through the Efficiency Manitoba website.
5. Efficiency Nova Scotia – Smart Thermostat Rebate (Nova Scotia)
Rebate Amount: Up to $100.
Eligibility: Efficiency Nova Scotia customers upgrading to a smart thermostat.
Qualifying Thermostats: ENERGY STAR® models, including Nest and ecobee.
How to Apply: Complete the rebate form online with proof of purchase.
6. SaskPower – Smart Thermostat Incentive (Saskatchewan)
Rebate Amount: Up to $100.
Eligibility: Residential SaskPower customers.
Qualifying Thermostats: Must meet ENERGY STAR® standards.
How to Apply: Applications are submitted via the SaskPower rebate website.
7. Hydro-Québec – Smart Thermostat Rebate (Quebec)
Rebate Amount: Discounts for purchasing ENERGY STAR® smart thermostats.
Eligibility: Available to Hydro-Québec residential customers.
Qualifying Thermostats: Devices compatible with Hydro-Québec’s programs.
How to Apply: Rebates are applied automatically when purchased through participating retailers.
8. Newfoundland Power – Smart Thermostat Rebate (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Rebate Amount: Up to $75.
Eligibility: Newfoundland Power residential customers.
Qualifying Thermostats: ENERGY STAR® certified models.
How to Apply: Submit receipts through the Newfoundland Power website.
General Application Steps for Rebates
Check Eligibility: Confirm your province or utility provider's requirements and eligible thermostat models.
Purchase and Install: Buy an approved smart thermostat and install it per manufacturer instructions.
Submit Documentation: Provide proof of purchase and installation details, often online.
Receive Rebate: Rebates are usually issued via cheque, direct deposit, or bill credit.
Benefits of Smart Thermostats
Energy Efficiency: Optimizes heating and cooling schedules.
Cost Savings: Reduces energy bills by up to 20%.
Convenience: Remote control and automation via smartphone apps.
Environmental Impact: Lowers greenhouse gas emissions.
