Official sources checked on October 20, 2026.
The Enbridge heat pump rebate in 2026 is paid through Home Renovation Savings, the program Enbridge Gas runs with Save on Energy. If you are an Enbridge Gas customer who heats mainly with natural gas, a cold-climate air source heat pump earns $500 per ton of heating capacity, up to $2,000, and a ground source (geothermal) system earns a flat $3,000. Ontario homes heated with electricity, oil, propane or wood get more: $1,250 per ton (up to $7,500) or $2,000 per ton for geothermal (up to $12,000).
In every case you need written pre-approval before the installation, a contractor from the program list, and a home that has never had a heat pump for space heating. Your gas furnace can stay in place as backup. This guide explains the gas-customer rules, shows four worked examples, and lists the other Enbridge rebates still open in 2026.
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Enbridge rebates at a glance (October 2026)
Amounts as published on the Home Renovation Savings heat pump page, the assessment page and the smart thermostat page, read on October 20, 2026. The “gas home” column applies to Enbridge Gas customers who heat mainly with a natural gas furnace or boiler.
| Upgrade | Gas-heated Enbridge home | Electric, oil, propane or wood home | Energy assessment needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold-climate air source heat pump (owned) | $500/ton, up to $2,000 | $1,250/ton, up to $7,500 | No |
| Ground source heat pump (owned) | $3,000 flat | $2,000/ton, up to $12,000 | No |
| Rented heat pump (any fuel) | $500/ton, up to $2,000 (air source); $3,000 (ground source) | Same as gas home | No |
| Smart thermostat | $125 | $125 (if you heat or cool electrically) | No |
| Heat pump water heater (replacing a gas water heater) | $500 | $500 (replacing an electric, oil or propane tank) | Yes, with at least 2 upgrades |
| Home energy assessments | $600 after completing the program | $600 | Yes |
| Bundle bonus (3 or more upgrades) | $500 | $500 | Yes |
| Home Winterproofing (income-qualified) | Free insulation and draft proofing | Not this program: apply to the Energy Affordability Program | No |
Why gas customers get a smaller Enbridge heat pump rebate
Short answer: the rebate is set by the fuel the heat pump will displace, and natural gas homes sit in the lowest tier. A gas-heated home gets $500 per ton for an air source unit, while the same unit in an oil, propane, wood or electrically heated home earns $1,250 per ton. For geothermal, gas homes get a flat $3,000 instead of $2,000 per ton.
The program documents do not give a reason for the gap, but the heat pump Participant Agreement (version date May 2025, on the terms and conditions page) contains a clear warning for gas homes. Section 5(d) says that, with the federal carbon charge no longer in effect since April 1, 2025, installing an electric heat pump in a natural gas-heated home “has the potential to increase overall home energy bills.” Section 11(c) adds that you accept “any future impacts to your residence’s energy bill.”
That does not mean a heat pump is a bad choice for a gas home: it also replaces your air conditioner and can lower emissions. It does mean you should compare running costs before you sign. Our heat pump vs furnace running-cost comparison walks through the numbers with current Ontario rates.
Who qualifies for the Enbridge heat pump rebate
You qualify as a gas customer if you own the home, have an active Enbridge Gas residential account and heat mainly with a natural gas furnace or boiler. The full list from the official heat pump page and its Program Stream Requirements:
- Owner only. Tenants cannot apply; where a home is rented out, the owner applies.
- Enbridge Gas residential customer with an active account, heating primarily with a natural gas furnace or boiler. A gas fireplace does not count as primary heating.
- Home type: single detached, semi-detached, row house, townhome, or mobile home on a permanent foundation. New builds occupied for six months or less do not qualify.
- First heat pump only. If the home already has a heat pump used for space heating, it is not eligible. Replacing an old heat pump is not covered.
- Cornwall Electric area: homes there are on the Hydro-Québec grid and qualify only if they are primarily heated by Enbridge natural gas.
If you heat with propane, oil, wood or electricity, you are in the higher tier instead; see our Ontario heat pump rebate guide for those rules.
Which heat pumps qualify, and how they are sized
The unit must be a cold-climate air source heat pump or a ground source heat pump on the official product lists. Air source units and water-to-air geothermal units must be active models on Natural Resources Canada’s qualified products list; water-to-water geothermal units must be on the ENERGY STAR geothermal list and sold in Canada. A standard (non cold-climate) air source unit has no rebate tier.
Gas customers get one advantage here. Section 3.3.1.1 of the Program Stream Requirements lets natural gas and propane homes use any of the four NRCan sizing options, A to D, while oil, wood and electrically heated homes may only use options C and D.
| NRCan sizing option | What it means (program wording, summarized) | Allowed for gas homes? |
|---|---|---|
| A: Emphasis on cooling | Sized for cooling, some heating in mild weather | Yes |
| B: Balanced heating and cooling | From most of the heating in mild weather to most of the heating over the season | Yes |
| C: Emphasis on heating | Most of the heating in mild to cold weather | Yes |
| D: Sized on design heating load | All or nearly all of the heating over the full season | Yes |
A smaller option A or B unit costs less to buy but also earns a smaller rebate, because the payment is calculated per ton. The program uses the heat pump’s rated heating capacity at 8.3 °C (47 °F), unrounded. Note that the official wording varies: the heat pump page and one FAQ say “minimum rated heating capacity,” while the FAQ table footnote says “total rated heating capacity.” Ask your contractor which figure appears on the pre-installation application.
Can you keep your gas furnace as backup?
Yes. The official FAQ says the heat pump “can work as a standalone system or in conjunction with a backup heating system (such as a natural gas furnace or electric resistance).” For natural gas and propane homes paired with a furnace, “either a new or existing furnace can be used.”
Two limits apply. First, the backup furnace itself earns nothing: only the heat pump qualifies. Second, if you buy a new furnace at the same time, its cost does not count toward the heat pump rebate. In this hybrid setup, often called dual fuel, the heat pump handles most of the season and the furnace can take over on the coldest days.
How to apply, step by step
Your contractor files both applications; your job is to make sure nothing is installed before the written approval arrives.
- Confirm your eligibility with the short form on the heat pump page. You receive a list of participating HVAC contractors.
- Choose a participating contractor. They help you pick a qualifying model and submit the pre-installation application.
- Wait for written pre-approval. The program is explicit: “Installations done before approval are not eligible for rebates.”
- Install the heat pump. Within 30 days of installation, the contractor must submit the post-installation application (Program Stream Requirements, section 2.1.2).
- Receive your cheque. Once the post-installation application is approved, the cheque should arrive by mail within 60 days.
Questions about your file go to the Home Renovation Savings support line, 1-866-449-8510, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The program also warns that scammers have created fake websites that imitate it, so apply only through homerenovationsavings.ca.
Worked examples: what four Enbridge customers would get
For a gas-heated home, the formula is simple: rated tons × $500, capped at $2,000. The 3.2-ton example comes from the official FAQ; the others apply the same published rates.
| Home | Primary heating before | System installed | Calculation | Rebate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Bungalow | Enbridge natural gas furnace (kept as backup) | 2.5-ton cold-climate air source | 2.5 × $500 | $1,250 |
| 2. Semi-detached house | Enbridge natural gas furnace | 3.2-ton cold-climate air source | 3.2 × $500 (official example) | $1,600 |
| 3. Two-storey house | Enbridge natural gas boiler | 4.5-ton cold-climate air source | 4.5 × $500 = $2,250, capped | $2,000 |
| 4. Same 3.2-ton unit, rural house | Propane furnace | 3.2-ton cold-climate air source | 3.2 × $1,250 (official example) | $4,000 |
Example 4 shows why the fuel matters more than the house: the same equipment earns $2,400 more in a propane-heated home. If the homeowner in example 2 also buys an eligible smart thermostat, the total from Home Renovation Savings rises to $1,725 ($1,600 + $125).
Adding insulation through the assessment stream
Insulation and heat pump water heater rebates sit in a separate stream that requires a home energy assessment before and after the work, with at least two upgrades. Using the amounts the assessment page lists for gas customers, a home that goes from R-12 or less to R-50 in the attic ($1,500), insulates basement walls above R-22 ($1,500) and replaces a gas water heater with an ENERGY STAR heat pump model ($500) would receive:
| Item | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Attic insulation, R-12 or less to R-50 | $1,500 |
| Basement wall insulation, above R-22 | $1,500 |
| Heat pump water heater (replacing gas) | $500 |
| Home energy assessments | $600 |
| Bonus for three qualifying upgrades | $500 |
| Total | $4,600 |
The heat pump stream and the assessment stream have separate terms. The heat pump rules forbid a second rebate for the same equipment from Enbridge, Save on Energy or the Ontario government, so confirm with the support line how your two files will be handled before you book the work. Our complete Home Renovation Savings guide covers the assessment stream in detail.
Other Enbridge rebates still open in 2026
Besides heat pumps, Enbridge gas customers can still claim a $125 smart thermostat rebate, the assessment-based insulation rebates above, and free winterproofing if their household income qualifies. Enbridge’s own older programs are closed.
Smart thermostat: $125
The Home Renovation Savings smart thermostat page offers $125, either as an instant code before you buy or as a rebate after purchase (upload the receipt within 60 days). You qualify if you are an Enbridge Gas customer heating mainly with a gas furnace or boiler, live in a detached, semi-detached, row or townhome or a mobile home on a permanent foundation, and have never received a smart thermostat rebate, discount or device from Enbridge Gas, Save on Energy or the program. Enbridge’s older smart thermostat page still carries a “Save $75” title, but it states that the rebate has moved to Home Renovation Savings, where the amount shown is $125. Older Enbridge discount codes can be used on the new site.
Home Winterproofing Program: free upgrades for eligible households
Run by Enbridge Gas with Save on Energy, the Home Winterproofing Program installs insulation and draft proofing at no cost for households with an Enbridge Gas account in their name, a home heated by a gas furnace or boiler, and either a qualifying income or a listed government benefit such as Ontario Works or the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Households that receive insulation or draft proofing can also get a smart thermostat installed. Apartments, condos and mobile homes without a permanent foundation are excluded. The program page does not mention heat pumps. Electrically heated homes apply to the Energy Affordability Program instead.
Combined before-tax household income limits shown on the program page (line 26000 of your latest tax return):
| People in household | Maximum income |
|---|---|
| 1 | $48,220 |
| 2 | $68,193 |
| 3 | $83,518 |
| 4 | $96,439 |
| 5 | $107,823 |
| 6 | $118,113 |
| 7 or more | $127,576 |
The page notes that the limits change from year to year. You can apply online or by phone at 1-844-770-3148.
Closed: Home Efficiency Rebate and Home Efficiency Rebate Plus
Search results still show Enbridge’s Home Efficiency Rebate pages, but the Home Efficiency Rebate ended intake on January 27, 2025, and Home Efficiency Rebate Plus closed to new applicants before that. Both were replaced by Home Renovation Savings, which launched on January 28, 2025. The federal Canada Greener Homes Loan is also closed: the program FAQ gives October 1, 2025 as the last day to apply.
The new federal heat pump rebate: announced, not yet open
Ottawa announced a National Heat Pump Rebate on October 8, 2026, but no launch date, application portal or income threshold had been published as of October 20, 2026. According to the Prime Minister’s news release, eligible below-median-income households will receive up to $10,000 and other eligible households $2,000 for an electric heat pump, and “both rebates can be combined with existing provincial programs.” The federal backgrounder adds that units must be on an “Eligible Products List,” that no energy audits are required, and that approval should come within 24 hours.
What it means for Enbridge customers: neither page says whether homes that heat with natural gas will qualify, or whether a heat pump installed before the launch will count. The savings figure in the announcement ($1,400 a year on average) is quoted for homes heating with oil or electric baseboards, not gas. If your furnace is working, there is no penalty for waiting to see the final rules; if it has failed, the Home Renovation Savings rebate is available now, provided you get pre-approval first.
Is a heat pump worth it in a gas-heated home?
It depends on what you are replacing and how you value cooling. The rebate is modest for gas homes, so the decision rests on three questions:
- Is your air conditioner near the end of its life? A heat pump replaces it, so part of the cost you would spend anyway.
- How old is the furnace? Keeping a working furnace as backup is allowed and limits upfront cost.
- What will your bills do? The program itself warns that bills may rise in gas homes. Compare with your own rates before signing.
For installed prices, see our heat pump cost in Ontario guide; for operating costs, the heat pump vs furnace comparison.
Before you sign: 7 mistakes that cost gas customers the rebate
- Installing before written pre-approval. The rebate is lost; there is no retroactive claim.
- Hiring a contractor who is not on the participating list.
- Choosing a standard air source model that is not on NRCan’s cold-climate list.
- Assuming a replacement heat pump qualifies. Only first-time heat pumps are eligible.
- Counting a gas fireplace as your primary heating system. It does not count.
- Expecting the backup furnace to be rebated. Only the heat pump is.
- Ignoring the 30-day deadline: ask your contractor to confirm that the post-installation application was filed.
Not ready for a heat pump yet? See what a like-for-like gas furnace costs in our furnace replacement cost in Ontario guide, and if you rent your tank, our guide to hot water tank rental vs buying.
To estimate the installed price before rebates, use our heat pump cost calculator (low, typical and high, with the detailed budget as a PDF).
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Enbridge heat pump rebate in 2026?
For an Enbridge Gas customer heating mainly with natural gas, $500 per ton for a cold-climate air source heat pump, up to $2,000, or a flat $3,000 for a ground source system. Homes heated with electricity, oil, propane or wood get $1,250 per ton (up to $7,500) or $2,000 per ton for geothermal (up to $12,000).
Does Enbridge still have its own heat pump rebate?
No. The Enbridge rebate is now paid through Home Renovation Savings, run with Save on Energy since January 28, 2025. The Home Efficiency Rebate and Home Efficiency Rebate Plus are closed.
Can I keep my gas furnace and still get the rebate?
Yes. The heat pump can work with a new or existing gas furnace as backup. Only the heat pump is rebated, not the furnace.
Do I need an energy audit for the heat pump rebate?
No. The heat pump stream does not require a home energy assessment. You do need written pre-approval and a participating contractor.
How long does it take to get the Enbridge rebate cheque?
Your contractor must file the post-installation application within 30 days of installation. Once it is approved, the cheque should arrive by mail within 60 days.
Can I combine the Enbridge rebate with the federal heat pump rebate?
The federal news release says its rebates can be combined with existing provincial programs, but the federal program had not opened and its rules were not published as of October 20, 2026.
I rent my home. Can I apply?
No. Only the owner can apply. Where a home is rented out, the owner must submit the application.
What other Enbridge rebates are available?
A $125 smart thermostat rebate, insulation and heat pump water heater rebates through the assessment stream, and free insulation and draft proofing through the Home Winterproofing Program for income-qualified gas-heated homes.
The bottom line
For Enbridge Gas customers who heat with natural gas, the heat pump rebate is real but capped: $500 per ton up to $2,000, or $3,000 for geothermal. Get written pre-approval, use a listed contractor, and keep your furnace as backup if you want. Add the $125 smart thermostat rebate, check whether your household qualifies for free winterproofing, and watch for the federal rebate rules before you decide if your furnace still works.
Sources
- Home Renovation Savings: heat pumps (read October 20, 2026; no update date shown)
- Home Renovation Savings: help and support (FAQ) (read October 20, 2026)
- Home Renovation Savings: terms and conditions, including the Heat Pump Program Stream Requirements and Participant Agreement (version date May 2025)
- Home Renovation Savings: upgrades with an assessment (read October 20, 2026)
- Home Renovation Savings: smart thermostat rebate (read October 20, 2026)
- Enbridge Gas: Home Winterproofing Program (read October 20, 2026)
- Enbridge Gas: Home Efficiency Rebate (closed) (read October 20, 2026)
- Prime Minister of Canada: news release, October 8, 2026 (modified October 9, 2026)
- Environment and Climate Change Canada: backgrounder, October 8, 2026
