Solar Incentives in Canada — Updated 2026

Solar technology has become more affordable, but incentives remain valuable for homeowners as they improve investment returns and shorten payback periods. This comprehensive guide covers all currently-available solar incentives across Canada, including federal, provincial, and municipal programs.

And remember, if you're looking to take advantage of any number of these incentives, make sure to get in contact with Solar X today — book your free assessment today!

What Federal Solar Incentives Are Available in Canada?

The Canada Greener Homes Grant and Loan programs have officially closed to new applicants. However, strong federal and provincial incentives remain available for homeowners and businesses looking to go solar in 2026.

For businesses, the Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (ITC) provides a 30% refundable tax credit for eligible solar and battery storage projects, while the Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) allows for accelerated tax write-offs on clean energy equipment. These are among the most valuable solar incentives available in Canada today.

For homeowners, provincial programs have stepped up to fill the gap. Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program, Save on Energy, and Enbridge rebates are currently active. See current residential incentives.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in British Columbia?

Beautiful British Columbia has three different incentives in place, including three rebates and one financing option. First up, through the BC Hydro Power Smart program, homeowners can save up to $10,000 on a solar and storage system. The program covers $1,000 per kilowatt (kW) of installed solar capacity, while batteries receive $500 per kWh. Both rebates are capped at 50% of the total installed cost, including labor and materials.

Businesses can take advantage of even greater savings, with up to $25,000 in rebates for solar panels and another $25,000 for battery storage, for a total of $50,000 in potential savings. The solar rebate provides $1,000 per kW of installed capacity, while battery storage rebates offer $500 per kWh, with a minimum system size of 5 kWh and a maximum of 100 kWh. As with the residential program, rebates are capped at 50% of the total installed cost.

Next, residential and commercial property owners are exempt from paying the province's 7% PST on all solar photovoltaic equipment, including inverters, wiring, and more (provided they are purchased as part of a complete solar system).

Rural homeowners (businesses not included) residing in the unincorporated areas of the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) can also take advantage of the RDN Renewable Energy System Program, which offers up to $250 for solar hot water heaters and photovoltaic installations (e.g. rooftop solar).

Finally, British Columbians can take advantage of Vancity's Planet-Wise Home Renovation Loans, which offer three flexible financing options for homeowners looking to make environmentally-friendly upgrades:

• Vancity Term Loan: A fixed loan with scheduled payments, offering up to $50,000 (including for solar systems). With an interest rate of Prime +0.75% and amortization up to 15 years, the term loan is a great option for those pairing their solar investments with other green retrofits.
• Vancity Creditline: A flexible borrowing option with a rate of Prime +3.0% where homeowners only pay interest on what they use. The minimum loan amount is $5,000, and its length is open-ended, allowing homeowners to borrow as needed.
• Vancity Creditline Mortgage (HELOC): A home equity line of credit with a rate of Vancity Prime +0.50%. Homeowners can borrow up to 65% of their home's equity, with a minimum loan amount of $25,000. This option offers flexibility and a lower interest rate, making it ideal for homeowners who can utilize their home equity.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Alberta?

One of the sunniest cities in Canada, Edmonton has historically offered the Change Homes For Climate Solar Program for multi-unit residential property owners. The program's final application deadline was March 31, 2025. Edmonton residents should check with the City of Edmonton for any successor programs. Alberta also participates in the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP), which offers PACE-style financing for solar installations in participating municipalities.

The town of Banff currently offers residents and commercial businesses a post-install solar rebate of $750 per kilowatt, up to a maximum of 20 kW or $15,000. The minimum acceptable installation size is 2 kW, with applicants needing to submit a development permit application along with other documentation in order to receive payment. Only one application is allowed per individual property.

The City of Medicine Hat's Solar Electric Incentive Program, part of HAT Smart, offers residential utility customers a $200 per kW rebate, up to a maximum of $1,000. HAT Smart reserves the right to limit funding if systems are oversized relative to their inverter capacity, however. (Please note that this is easily avoided and almost never occurs with reputable solar installation companies).

EQUS, a co-operative electrical utility serving rural Albertans, offers its members $1500 per kW in financing, up to a maximum of $15,000 — though homeowners are required to use one of EQUS' pre-approved solar companies. EQUS also partners with ReWatt Power through the Alberta Solar Offset Credits program, which offers virtual power plant aggregation services — allowing homeowners (Utilitynet Customers only) to get paid for carbon credits on their solar production.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Saskatchewan?

The City of Saskatoon's Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) offers homeowners between $1,000 and $60,000 in low-interest, property-assessed financing, allowing solar retrofits to be paid off alongside property tax bills in 5, 10, or 20 year increments. The loan is attached to (and repaid through) property tax bills and stays attached to the property even if a homeowner moves.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Manitoba?

Manitoban utility customers can take advantage of the Efficiency Solar Rebate Program, which offers $500 per kW for residential solar installations, up to a maximum of 10 kW, or $5,000. Businesses connected to the province's grid can also leverage the incentive and benefit from there being no cap on system size.

Manitoba Hydro also offers up to $20,000 in financing at a rate of 6.20% for solar projects through the Hydro Home Energy Efficiency Loan. The program is not transferable to other homeowners (in the event of a sale the loan becomes due in full), has a maximum repayment term of 15-years and is repaid monthly through hydro bills.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Ontario?

Ontario's newly created Home Renovation Savings Program offers rebates for rooftop solar panels and battery storage systems — up to $5,000 each. The program aims to improve energy affordability and is part of Ontario's broader $11-billion energy efficiency plan.

Homeowners in Durham can take advantage of the Deep Retrofit Rebate program to enhance their energy efficiency and claim cash back. The program offers rebates ranging from $2,500 for a 50% reduction in energy use, up to $5,000 for a 100% reduction. Whitby residents can also stack the Durham Deep Retrofit Rebate with Whitby's Deep Retrofit Rebate to double their incentive.

Toronto homeowners have access to the "PACE" Home Energy Loan Program (HELP), which offers up to $125,000 in low-interest financing (rates differ based on repayment term) for home energy improvements, including rooftop solar. The loan is attached to individuals' properties, is fully transferable to other parties, and is paid back through property tax charges (like other property assessed financing mechanisms).

The Better Homes Ottawa Loan Program (BHOLP) offers low-interest (fixed at 4.33%), 20-year loans of up to $125,000 to help residents finance home solar investments, among other upgrades. The loan is tied to each property and is fully transferable.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Quebec?

Unfortunately, there are no solar incentives currently available in Quebec.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in New Brunswick?

The Total Home Energy Savings Program (THESP) in New Brunswick offers homeowners a rebate of $200 per kW for solar photovoltaic (PV) installations, with installations needing to comply with NB Power's net metering regulations. Commercial buildings, cottages and camps not lived in year round as well as multi-unit condominiums with three or more units are not eligible for the THESP.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Prince Edward Island?

Canada's smallest province boasts three solar incentives, including the Solar Electric Rebate Program, which offers substantial incentives for residential, commercial, and agricultural solar. For residential installations, the program offers $1,000 per kW installed, up to 40% of installed costs or $10,000. Businesses can receive $350 per kW, up to 40% of installed costs, with a maximum rebate of $10,000. Farm buildings are eligible for up to $1,250 per kW, up to 40% of installed costs, with a maximum rebate of $35,000.

PEI also offers the Energy Efficiency Loan Program for Solar Photovoltaic Equipment (EELP-SERP) in conjunction with the Solar Electric Rebate Program (above). The EELP offers a repayable loan of up to $25,000 in solar financing to island residents and covers 100% of invoiced costs for solar PV systems, including non-refundable HST. The program has a fixed interest rate of 5% annually and boasts a repayment period of up to 15 years. Loans for farms and businesses are allowed to exceed $25,000 depending on debt servicing capacity and security.

Residents in the lovely neighbourhoods of Colchester, Stratford, Wolfville, and Charlottetown also have access to zero-interest "PACE" financing up to $40,000, or 15% of property value (whichever is less). The program boasts 15 year terms and is designed so that the energy savings from solar exceed monthly loan repayments. Low-income residents — those that make under $55,000 and have an assessed taxable property value of $300,000 or less — also see the 5% administration fee waived.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Nova Scotia?

Through the SolarHomes Program, Efficiency Nova Scotia offers homeowners rebates of $300 per kW, capped at $3,000. Nonprofits can claim even more than this amount; $600 per kW, with a maximum rebate of $15,000 (or up to 25% of the pre-tax system costs). Additionally, the program's Home Battery Pilot offers rebates of $300 per kilowatt-hour of installed energy storage capacity, with a maximum rebate of $2,500.

There is also the Clean Energy Financing Program, which offers "PACE" loans of $15,000 to $40,000 throughout the districts of Amherst, Bridgewater, Cumberland, East Hants, Lunenburg, Victoria, Barrington, District of Chester, Digby, Inverness, New Glasgow, and Yarmouth. Repayment terms last up to 15 years with a flat interest rate of 1%.

The City of Halifax has its own version of PACE loans called Solar City, offering eligible participants up to $40,000 in financing, paid for through voluntary Local Improvement Charges applied to property tax bills. Repayment terms span up to 10 years with a rate of 4.75%. The loan is attached to properties and is transferable to alternative parties.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Newfoundland and Labrador?

Unfortunately, there are no solar incentives currently available in Newfoundland and Labrador.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Yukon?

Yukon residents have access to the Rural Electrification and Telecommunications (RET) "PACE" program, which helps rural property owners (outside of Yukon municipalities) finance essential services like energy, telephone, and internet connections, including alternative energy systems like solar panels. Funding is limited to 25% of the property's assessed value, up to a maximum of $50,000.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Northwest Territories?

The Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA) Renewable Energy Program offers solar rebates of $400 per kW (or up to 50% of the project cost, whichever is lower) in the Northwest Territories. NWT residents can get a maximum of $20,000, while businesses, community governments, Indigenous governments, and nonprofits are eligible for up to $50,000. Funding is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and pre-approval is required.

What Solar Incentives Are Available in Nunavut?

Renewable Energy Home Improvements Program – The Nunavut Housing Corporation provides a program offering 50% rebates up to a maximum of $30,000 to homeowners installing renewable energy home improvements including solar.

Renewable Energy Cabin Improvements Program – The Nunavut Climate Change Secretariat offers rebates up to $5,000 for renewable energy improvements on cabins specifically, including PV systems.

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