Updated October 23, 2026
Heat pump incentive programs in British Columbia, with amounts, conditions and what they require if you install it yourself. Data verified October 23, 2026.
ZERO models must appear on BC Hydro’s qualified product list (check by AHRI number).
Province de la C.-B. / Better Homes BC
Single-zone mini-split: $5,000 (electric home, tier 1); up to $5,500 (gas) and $7,000 (oil); 2-head multi-zone up to $11,000; +$1,500 in the North
Income-tiered (3 tiers), pre-registration before purchase, model on BC Hydro’s Qualified Heat Pump Product List (SEER ≥ 16, HSPF ≥ 10), installed by a Registered Contractor — self-installation not eligible.
Contractor installation required · Official site
BC Hydro / FortisBC
Electrically heated home: $1,500 (single-zone mini-split, partial) or $4,000 (whole home); North: $6,000 for a gas/oil conversion
Primary residence (no condos), no existing heat pump, model on the qualified list, Home Performance Contractor Network installer.
Contractor installation required · Official site
BC Hydro
Up to $5,500 for a mini-split in a condo or apartment
Electrically heated condo or apartment unit, qualified model, registered contractor.
Contractor installation required · Official site
Gouvernement du Canada
$2,000; up to $10,000 for low- and median-income households
Criteria published November 1, 2026, application portal in early 2027, retroactive to purchases made on or after November 1, 2026. Replaces the OHPA (oil) program closed July 31, 2026.
Criteria to be confirmed · Official site
Provincial programs in British Columbia require installation by a contractor or licensed refrigeration mechanic. With a Kanartic DIY heat pump (pre-charged line sets, quick connectors) you give up those rebates but avoid installation costs: compare the rebate with a local installer’s quote before choosing.
For the announced national rebate, the criteria (including whether a DIY installation qualifies) are due on November 1, 2026. This page will be updated as soon as they are published.
| City | Design | Heating | DIY system | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vancouver | -7 °C | 16,500 BTU/h | Z-PRO 18,000 · 2 zones | $3,625 |
| Victoria | -4 °C | 16,500 BTU/h | Z-PRO 18,000 · 2 zones | $3,625 |
| Kelowna | -17 °C | 19,300 BTU/h | Z-PRO 27,000 · 2 zones | $4,675 |
| Prince George | -32 °C | 26,400 BTU/h | Z-PRO 27,000 · 2 zones | $4,725 |
In Vancouver, with electricity at 11.72 ¢/kWh, this bungalow would save about $600 a year versus baseboards and $1,400 versus heating oil.
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CleanBC Energy Savings Program (Province de la C.-B. / Better Homes BC): Single-zone mini-split: $5,000 (electric home, tier 1); up to $5,500 (gas) and $7,000 (oil); 2-head multi-zone up to $11,000; +$1,500 in the North. The announced national rebate provides $2,000, up to $10,000 depending on income (criteria expected November 1, 2026).
No (contractor required). Check each program’s conditions on its official site before buying.
Criteria published November 1, 2026, application portal in early 2027, retroactive to purchases made on or after November 1, 2026. Replaces the OHPA (oil) program closed July 31, 2026.
