Affordable Heat Pump Program

Description

The Affordable Heat Pump Program (AHPP) rebate helps low-to-median income households install a heat pump to lower operating costs, reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Affordable Heat Pump Program

The Affordable Heat Pump Program (AHPP) rebate helps low-to-median income households install a heat pump to lower operating costs, reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.

Who can apply?

You must meet the following criteria. 

If you have received funding from the NRCan Oil to Heat Pump Program (OHPA), you are ineligible for the AHPP.

Income eligibility

You must provide proof that your after-tax household income* is equal to or below the following thresholds:

• 1 resident: less than $53,820
• 2 residents: less than $110,400
• 3 residents: less than $139,150
• 4 residents: less than $163,300
• 5 or more residents: less than $184,000

*Equal to the sum of line 23600 minus line 43500 on all relevant Notices of Assessments (Notice of assessment: Get a copy - Canada.ca) for all adult household residents. Proof of number of household residents must include a Notice of Assessment for each adult, and proof of Canada Child Benefit for all minors.

Home eligibility

• The home must be at least 6 months old.
• You must own the home.
• The home must be your primary residence.

Eligible systems

• An air-source heat pump listed by Natural Resources Canada as a Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump for Manitoba and Yukon.
• Ground-source heat pumps must be ENERGY STAR® certified.

What costs are covered?

You can claim 100 per cent of projects up to a maximum of $24,000 for:

• Heat pump sizing, purchase and installation.
• Electrical upgrades, such as panel upgrades, wiring upgrades, new poles, new transformers or any upgrades necessary to install the heat pump.
• Integration of existing heating systems with a new heat pump.
• Required controls for demand management programs.

Backup heating systems are required during cold weather when heat pumps are less effective. We recommend retaining your pre-existing heating system as backup for your new heat pump. Eligible expenses for this rebate do not include upgrading or installing backup systems.

Approved applicants who currently heat with oil will receive an upfront payment of $250 from Natural Resources Canada.

Your AHPP application must be approved – before – you install your heat pump. Any installations that occur before you receive approval will not be eligible. You can still apply for our other heat pump rebate for up to 40 per cent of project costs.

Before you install a heat pump

Contact a contractor who is familiar with the AHPP program or follow these steps.

1. Check your electrical system
   • Have an electrician confirm if your home’s electrical panel and service line can support a heat pump.
   • If your electrician identifies the need to upgrade your electrical service, reach out to your utility (ATCO Electric Yukon or Yukon Energy Corporation) to inquire about a potential service upgrade. Note that service upgrades will not be paid for by the utility and must be included in project costs.
2. Review these heat pump resources:
   • A homeowner’s guide to installing an air-source heat pump
   • Air-source heat pump pilot project: lessons learned
3. Choose your heat pump
   • Make sure the unit is eligible. For ducted systems, confirm the duct design and size match the heat pump.
4. Hire a qualified professional
   • Use a qualified electrician and refrigeration or a mechanical technician for installation.
   • Get a copy of the electrical inspection report.

How to apply for the rebate

Apply online

To apply online, you will need to:

1. Create or log in to your account on the Good Energy rebates website.
2. Add details about your home.
3. Upload receipts and invoices dated within 1 year of your rebate application.
4. Receive your application approval before you begin heat pump installation.