If you were rushing to beat a November 30 deadline, you can slow down a little. Ontario's Home Renovation Savings program, run by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy with support from the Ontario government, was scheduled to close on November 30, 2026. On October 27, Enbridge told participating contractors the program now runs to March 31, 2027.
Two cautions. The official program website doesn't publish an end date, and the program can close early if its funding runs out. So treat March 31 as the latest possible date, not a promise, and confirm the rebate is still open before you sign.
What you can still claim
| Upgrade | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Cold-climate air-source heat pump, home heated with natural gas | $500 per ton, up to $2,000 |
| Cold-climate air-source heat pump, home heated with electricity, oil, propane or wood | $1,250 per ton, up to $7,500 |
| Ground-source heat pump | $3,000 (gas-heated) or up to $12,000 (other) |
| Attic insulation, standalone path (no energy assessment) | Up to $1,250 (up to $750 for a cathedral ceiling or flat roof) |
| Windows and doors | $100 per qualifying opening |
| Smart thermostat | $100 |
Amounts from the official program pages and participating contractors, November 2026. Amounts and eligibility can change.
What doesn't qualify
A straight swap of an old gas furnace for a new gas furnace gets no rebate, and neither does a standard central air conditioner. If you're replacing a furnace or AC anyway, ask for a second price on a cold-climate heat pump or a hybrid system (a heat pump that keeps your gas furnace as backup). In a gas-heated home that can bring up to $2,000 back.
How to make sure you actually get paid
- Use a participating contractor. Rebates go through contractors registered with the program. Ask for proof before you sign.
- Check your equipment is eligible. Heat pumps must be cold-climate rated, and the rebate is based on the unit's rated heating capacity. Get the exact model number on the quote.
- Know your path. The standalone attic and single-upgrade rebates need no energy assessment. The bigger multi-upgrade path pays more but needs an assessment before and after the work.
- Keep everything. Invoice, model numbers, photos and the contractor's details. You'll need them to claim.
- Don't let the rebate set the price. A rebate is a discount on a fair price, not a reason to accept a high one. Compare the quote against our local cost guides first.
Related cost guides
Sources
- Home Renovation Savings: heat pump rebates by heating source
- Save on Energy: Home Renovation Savings
- Great Northern Insulation: program extended to March 31, 2027 (Oct 27, 2026)
General information for homeowners, not professional advice. Rules and amounts change; confirm with the official program or your municipality before you sign.
