Solar Incentive Finder

In 2026, the federal Canada Greener Homes Loan and Grant are both closed to new applicants. Provincial programs are now the primary source of solar incentives. Key active programs include:Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program (up to $10,000 for solar + battery), BC Hydro's Solar & Battery Rebate (up to $10,000), Efficiency Manitoba's Solar Rebate ($0.50/W, max $5,000), NB Power's THESP ($200/kW, max $3,000), and the Arctic Energy Alliance rebate in the NWT. Net metering is available in most provinces. Use the Incentive Finder above to see what's available in your province.

Both federal programs are now closed. The Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in February 2024, and the Canada Greener Homes Loan closed on October 1, 2025. Existing approved loan applicants are still being processed, but no new applications are accepted for either program. Provincial programs and net metering are now the main financial tools available to Canadian homeowners going solar.

With the federal programs closed, provincial programs are the headline incentives. BC Hydro offers the largest rebate at up to $10,000 (solar + battery). Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program provides up to $10,000 but is mutually exclusive with net metering — choose carefully. Manitoba's Efficiency Manitoba rebate pays $0.50/W up to $5,000. Nova Scotia and the Yukon offer strong net metering programs at high retail rates. Alberta and Saskatchewan have no provincial rebates, but high electricity rates make solar economically attractive without them. PEI's rebate has been paused — verify current status before planning.

Federal programs (Canada Greener Homes Grant and Loan) are both closed to new applicants as of 2025/2026, so stacking is no longer possible for new applicants. Within provincial programs, some can still be stacked — for example, Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program can be combined with municipal PACE financing (Toronto HELP, Guelph loan, etc.). However, Ontario's HRS rebate and net metering are mutually exclusive — you must choose one. Always verify stacking eligibility with your specific programs before applying.

Net metering allows you to sell excess solar power back to the grid, receiving credits on your electricity bill at retail rates. In 2026, it's available in Ontario (up to 500 kW), British Columbia (100 kW), Nova Scotia (100 kW), Prince Edward Island (100 kW), New Brunswick (100 kW), Manitoba (up to 200 kW; simple process up to 10 kW), Saskatchewan (100 kW), and Alberta (5 MW micro-generation). Compensation rates and capacity limits vary by province.

Processing times vary significantly: Federal programs typically take 8-12 weeks, provincial programs range from 6-16 weeks, and utility programs can process in 4-8 weeks. Some municipalities offer faster 3-4 week turnarounds. Submit complete, accurate applications to avoid delays. Track your application status through program portals.

Most programs have no income restrictions. The Canada Greener Homes Loan requires a minimum credit score but no income threshold. However, some provinces offer enhanced rebates for low-income households. For example, BC provides an additional $2,000 for households under certain income levels. Check specific program eligibility requirements for your province.

Yes, but eligibility varies. The Canada Greener Homes Loan covers off-grid systems. Provincial programs typically focus on grid-tied installations but some (like BC and Ontario) include off-grid systems with specific requirements. Off-grid systems cannot participate in net metering. Remote community programs may offer additional support for off-grid installations in northern regions.