Note (Sept 2026): The rebate landscape has shifted materially since this post was published. CleanBC changed its heat pump program on July 6, 2026, the federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in January 2026, and OHPA closed to new applications in July 2026. For current 2026 BC rebate figures and eligibility, see our BC Heat Pump Rebates 2026 guide.
New CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program to Make Electric Heat Pumps and Efficiency Upgrades More Affordable
The new CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program is a government program that provides rebates for energy-efficient home upgrades. The program is expanding on the former CleanBC Income Qualified Program to make fuel-switching and energy-efficient upgrades, like electric heat pumps, more affordable for low or moderate-income households across British Columbia.
The new CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program is launching on June 18, 2024, which is when program registration will open. The program is part of the provincial government’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build a clean economy. However, homeowners will benefit from more affordable, energy-efficient upgrades like a heat pump installation that can save them money on energy bills.
The new program enhancements for the CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program include:
- Providing rebates for 100% of the expense of getting a new heat pump, up to a cap, which varies by the heat pump type, whether central, multi-split, or mini-split. This means people may be eligible to get a free heat pump.
Also, the program will continue to provide support for additional efficiency upgrades at current rebate levels, including insulation, windows and doors, and ventilation. It will also provide rebates of as much as $5,000 for households switching from electric baseboards to electric heat pumps.
Benefits of an Energy-Efficient Heat Pump Installation
Using this program to receive rebates on a new heat pump installation is not only beneficial in that it makes it much more affordable to get a new heat pump, but it can also provide homeowners the benefits that come from installing a heat pump, such as:
- Better energy efficiency
- Save money on energy bills due to efficiency
- More eco friendly
- It can be used for both heating and cooling
- Comfortable home since heat pumps are great at maintaining consistent temperature and humidity
About Sasquatch Heat Pumps
Sasquatch Heat Pumps is an electrical, heating, and air conditioning company serving the Sooke area. They provide straightforward pricing, the latest technology, and full-service heat pump installations. Call them for heat pump installation and services in Sooke, BC.
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