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Solar incentives, checked

Programs open and close often. This page lists what's open today, what has closed, and how each province treats power you send back — the incentive that matters most for most homes.

Rebates and financing

Federal

  • Canada Greener Homes GrantClosed

    Closed to new applicants in 2024. Don't budget around it unless you already have an approved file.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

  • Canada Greener Homes LoanClosed

    The interest-free federal loan closed to new applicants on October 1, 2025.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

Ontario

  • Home Renovation Savings Program — solarOpen

    $1,000 per kW up to $5,000 (max 50% of cost). Systems must be sized for on-site use only; net metering is not allowed.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

  • Home Renovation Savings Program — batteryOpen

    Up to $5,000 (max 50% of cost) for a qualifying battery, with or without solar.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

  • Toronto Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)Open

    Low-interest financing repaid on your property tax bill. Check the City of Toronto for current terms.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

  • Ottawa Better Homes Loan ProgramCheck status

    Property-tax-based financing for energy upgrades in Ottawa. Confirm the program is open before you apply.

    Checked 2026-10-29

Nova Scotia

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia SolarHomesClosed

    Residential rebate wound down; new applicants rely on net metering and financing.

    Checked 2026-10-29 · Source

Export rules by province

Net metering credits exports at the same value as the power you buy. Net billing pays a set credit, usually lower.

Something out of date? Programs change faster than any website. Always confirm with the program before you sign a contract. Our calculator only applies incentives marked open, and in Ontario it shows you the rebate and net-metering options side by side. Read the Ontario guide.