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Rebates & Incentives

Energy Efficiency Rebates for New and Existing Homes in British Columbia
Thrive Energy supports homeowners and builders across British Columbia, helping projects meet the technical and documentation requirements rebate programs rely on. Improving your home’s energy efficiency doesn’t just reduce energy use it can also unlock valuable rebates, incentives, and financing programs.

How We Help with Rebates

Rebate programs often require:
  • Verified energy performance
  • Certified testing or modelling
  • Proper documentation before work begins
Thrive Energy supports the evaluation, modelling, and compliance steps that rebate programs rely on helping projects stay eligible and on track.
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Rebates for Existing Homes

Heat Pump Rebates

Heat pump rebates in British Columbia are offered through utility and provincial programs, with availability depending on:
  • Existing heating system
  • Income qualification (for some programs)
  • Equipment eligibility
  • Required documentation (such as heat load calculations)
Rebate programs often require:

Many programs require:

  • A pre-retrofit energy evaluation
  • A certified heat load calculation
  • Installation by a qualified contractor

Solar & Battery Storage Incentives

Solar panel and battery storage incentives may be available through utility programs, municipal initiatives, or time-limited provincial offers.Eligibility, incentive amounts, and qualifying equipment can change, so early planning and verification are important.

From provincial and utility rebates to federal loan programs, Thrive Energy helps homeowners and builders understand which programs may apply to their project and what’s required to qualify.

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Canada Greener Homes Loan

The Canada Greener Homes Loan offers up to $40,000 in interest-free financing over a 10-year term to support eligible energy efficiency upgrades.The loan can be used alongside certain rebates where permitted and requires:
  • A pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation
  • Approved retrofit measures
  • No work started before application submission
This program helps homeowners spread upgrade costs over time while improving comfort and efficiency.

CleanBC / Better Homes BC Programs

CleanBC and Better Homes BC continue to support a range of energy efficiency improvements, including insulation, windows, heat pumps, and ventilation upgrades.Available rebates depend on:
  • Fuel type
  • Income qualification
  • Retrofit scope
  • Program timing and funding availability
Programs change periodically, so confirming current eligibility is essential.

Multi-Unit Residential Building Rebates

Low-Rise Multi-Unit & Strata Buildings. Energy efficiency incentives may be available for:
  • Low-rise multi-unit residential buildings
  • Strata properties
  • Condo and apartment units
These programs often focus on whole-building performance, shared systems, or unit-level upgrades and may have additional eligibility rules.

Rebates for New Homes

BC Energy Step Code Incentives (New Construction)British Columbia and its utility partners offer performance-based incentives for new homes that achieve higher BC Energy Step Code levels, such as Step 4 and Step 5.In many cases:
  • Step 4 is achievable with efficient design, simple geometry, and good envelope performance
  • Incentives are available per dwelling unit, subject to program terms
  • Energy modelling and verification are required
Early performance analysis helps confirm whether a project already meets higher Step Code tiers before costly design changes are made.

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Integrated Design Process (IDP) Incentives

Projects that engage an Integrated Design Process (IDP) early may qualify for additional incentives.An IDP approach:
  • Treats the building as a complete system
  • Reduces design conflicts
  • Improves energy performance outcomes
Incentives may be available for hiring a certified Integrated Design facilitator, subject to program conditions.

Important Notes About Rebates

  • Rebate amounts and eligibility change over time
  • Many programs require documentation before work begins
  • Incentives are not guaranteed and depend on meeting program requirements
  • Thrive Energy does not issue rebates but supports the technical and compliance steps required to qualify

Energy Advisor FAQs

No. Most rebate programs require specific documentation and verification steps before and after upgrades are completed.
Many rebate programs require a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation, energy modelling, or certified testing before work begins.
In some cases, rebates and the Canada Greener Homes Loan can be used together, provided all program requirements are met.
Starting work early can make a project ineligible for rebates or financing. Timing is critical.
No. Homeowners and builders submit applications directly, but we provide the technical evaluations and documentation rebate programs rely on.
Plan Your Energy Upgrades with Confidence

Understanding rebate requirements early helps avoid missed opportunities and costly mistakes.Whether you’re upgrading an existing home or planning a new build, Thrive Energy can help you understand the performance requirements and documentation needed to support rebate and incentive applications

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