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Construction Grants and Funding in British Columbia

In British Columbia, construction businesses can access a wide range of funding, from energy efficiency incentives and low‑carbon building grants to apprenticeship and safety training support. Programs operate at federal, provincial, Indigenous, utility, and municipal levels, with options for Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria, Kelowna, and other cities. This directory explains key categories, eligibility concepts, and how to apply so organizations can plan confidently.

54 programs available
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingOpen

    BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Rebates for residential solar and battery systems
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Timeline
    • Open Date : June 17, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • City of Kamloops logo
    Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Rebates

    City of Kamloops
    Rebates for EV charger installations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 4,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 31, 2027
    Kamloops, BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen

    New Home Program

    FortisBC
    Rebates for energy-efficient new home construction
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2027
    BC, Canada
  • Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT) logo
    Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon

    Economic Infrastructure Program

    Northern Development Initiative Trust (NDIT)
    Supports major infrastructure projects boosting local and regional economies
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 300,000 $
    • Up to 70% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 31, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Air Curtain Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for qualifying air curtain installations
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 2,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Top-ups

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Funding for EV charger installations in B.C.
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 137,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Closing date : July 15, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    BC Hydro Home Renovation Bonus Rebates

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Rebates for energy-efficient home upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $300 to $2,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Buy and Upgrade Equipment Program

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Business energy storage incentives
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 100% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • Canada's Digital Technology Cluster (DIGITAL) logo
    Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed

    Call for Proposals to Grow Housing Production Capacity in B.C.

    Canada's Digital Technology Cluster (DIGITAL)
    Co-investment for housing innovation in B.C
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50,000 to $800,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    • Public administration
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation InnovationDigital Transformation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program

    FortisBC
    Rebates for EV charging projects in B.C.
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 137,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    Kamloops, Kelowna, Whistler, BC
  • Government of British Columbia (BC) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    CleanBC Industry Fund - Project Feasibility Studies Request for Proposals

    Government of British Columbia (BC)
    Funds feasibility studies for eligible CleanBC emissions-reduction and innovation projects before full delivery, helping assess technical, operational and economic viability.
    Eligible Funding
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Timeline
    • Open Date : April 1, 2026
    • Closing date : June 26, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Commercial Energy Management Program

    FortisBC
    Energy support for commercial gas customers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 800,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Commercial lighting rebates for non-profit organizations

    FortisBC
    Rebates for efficient lighting upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Commercial New Construction Program

    FortisBC
    Rebates for eligible commercial new builds
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 800,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Accommodation and food services
    • Public administration
    Timeline
    • Closing date : December 31, 2023
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Compressed Air Equipment Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for compressed air equipment upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingClosed

    Dual Fuel Rooftop Unit Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for dual fuel rooftop units
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 225,000 $
    • Up to 30% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • Government of British Columbia (BC) logo
    Tax CreditsClosed

    Emergency Benefit for Workers

    Government of British Columbia (BC)
    Emergency support for eligible B.C. workers
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 1,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Information and cultural industries
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    EV charging stations for homes

    FortisBC
    EV charger rebates for homes and workplaces
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 350 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Financial support for small or startup businesses

    FortisBC
    Partial subscription support for small Indigenous businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Transportation and warehousing
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportGrant and FundingTax CreditsClosed

    FortisBC Air Source Heat Pump Rebate

    FortisBC, Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation
    Rebate for high-efficiency heat pump upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $50 to $4,000
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    FortisBC Trade Ally Network (TAN) Program

    FortisBC
    Contractor network for energy-efficient services
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation Human Resources
    BC, Canada
  • Vancouver Heritage Foundation (VHF) logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Heritage Energy Retrofit Grant

    Vancouver Heritage Foundation (VHF)
    Supports energy retrofits for heritage homes
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Home Renovation Bonus Rebates

    FortisBC, CleanBC
    Energy rebates for eligible home upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $300 to $2,300
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • City of Nelson logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    HomeSave Program & Rebate

    City of Nelson, Nelson & District Credit Union
    Support for home energy upgrades and rebates
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 5,000 $
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    Nelson, BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    HVAC and building controls rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for HVAC efficiency upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 25,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Other SupportClosed

    Irrigation Equipment Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for irrigation system upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    BC, Canada
  • More Than a Roof Foundation logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    More Than a Roof Foundation 2026 Awards

    More Than a Roof Foundation
    Support for education, training, and community impact
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Timeline
    • Open Date : November 1, 2025
    • Closing date : March 15, 2026
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    New Multi-Unit Residential Building Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for efficient multi-unit residential builds
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 200,000 $
    • Up to 75% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Retail trade
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    • Accommodation and food services
    Types of eligible projects
    Construction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation (NEDC) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation — Business Financing and Advisory Services

    Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation (NEDC)
    Financing and advisory support for Indigenous businesses
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 99,999 $
    • Up to 40% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Retail trade
    • Transportation and warehousing
    Types of eligible projects
    CommercializationBusiness BuyoutInnovation
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Power Smart - Business Energy Saving Incentives

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Funding for business energy-efficient upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    • Wholesale trade
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Canada
  • Raven Outcomes logo
    Partnering and CollaborationLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Raven Outcomes — Indigenous Outcomes Fund

    Raven Outcomes
    Indigenous-led outcomes finance for community solutions
    Eligible Funding
    • Varies by project
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Finance and insurance
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and Climate
    BC, Manitoba, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Government of Nova Scotia logo
    Grant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsClosed

    Secondary and Backyard Suite Incentive Program

    Government of Nova Scotia
    Funding for secondary suite construction
    Eligible Funding
    • From $10,000 to $40,000
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Real estate and rental and leasing
    Timeline
    • Closing date : March 31, 2025
    BC, Canada
  • Municipality of North Cowichan logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Step Code Incentive Rebate Program

    Municipality of North Cowichan
    Rebates for energy-efficient residential construction
    Eligible Funding
    • From $500 to $1,250
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • FortisBC logo
    Grant and FundingClosed

    Variable Speed Drive Rebates

    FortisBC
    Rebates for energy-saving motor upgrades
    Eligible Funding
    • From $80 to $140
    Eligible Industries
    • Utilities
    • Construction
    • Manufacturing
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada
  • BC Hydro (BCH) logo
    Grant and FundingExpert AdviceClosed

    Workplace EV Charger Rebate Program

    BC Hydro (BCH)
    Rebates for workplace EV charger installation
    Eligible Funding
    • Maximum amount : 14,000 $
    • Up to 50% of project cost
    Eligible Industries
    • Construction
    • Professional, scientific and technical services
    Types of eligible projects
    Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
    BC, Canada

Frequently asked questions about construction grants in British Columbia

Here are concise answers to common questions about BC construction funding programs, eligibility, and application steps across CleanBC, utilities, workforce, and housing

What grants are available for construction companies in BC?

BC offers green building grants (CleanBC), utility incentives (BC Hydro, FortisBC), workforce training grants (BC Employer Training Grant, SkilledTradesBC), safety funding (WorkSafeBC), housing and infrastructure programs (CMHC, municipal), and Indigenous construction funding. Options exist for Vancouver, Surrey, Victoria, Kelowna, and more. Review eligibility by project type, location, and measures.

How do I apply for CleanBC construction funding?

Define the scope, complete required energy studies, and submit a pre‑approval before purchasing equipment. Align with low‑carbon objectives, BC Energy Step Code targets, and utility incentives. Keep quotes, drawings, and commissioning plans organized to accelerate approval.

Can contractors access BC Hydro and FortisBC incentives directly?

Eligibility varies. Some incentives are paid to building owners while contractors support application and installation; others allow contractor participation for design or project enablement. Confirm roles, metering, and documentation before starting work.

What workforce grants support training in BC construction?

The BC Employer Training Grant, SkilledTradesBC apprenticeship supports, and federal grants can co‑fund technical and safety training. Programs for women in trades and newcomers broaden talent pipelines. Plan cohorts around jobsite schedules and compliance.

Are there incentives for EV chargers and fleet electrification for construction?

Yes. Go Electric Flottes C.-B., EV charger incentives for commercial sites, and utility programs can support assessments, charging, and vehicle purchases. Coordinate power capacity, demand management, and charger lead times.

What grants exist for seismic, flood, or wildfire resilience upgrades?

BC offers programs for seismic retrofit grants, flood mitigation, and wildfire‑resilient retrofits in commercial and community buildings. Municipalities may add façade or accessibility improvement grants. Eligibility depends on building type and location.

Do grants cover BIM and construction software adoption?

Digital adoption grants, NRC IRAP for construction tech R&D, and tax incentives like SR&ED can support BIM/digital twin, drones, and management software. Document problem statements, outcomes, and training plans to strengthen applications.

How do I stack BC Hydro and FortisBC incentives on one project?

Separate electric and gas measures, align metering, and avoid double‑counting the same cost. Submit pre‑approvals to both utilities where required and maintain clear cost allocation in quotes and invoices.

Are there grants for women‑owned construction firms in BC?

Yes. Women in trades grants, employer training supports, and some municipal or sector initiatives encourage inclusive hiring, apprenticeships, and leadership development. Check program guides for ownership criteria and eligible costs.

What documents are typically required to claim incentives?

Expect quotes, invoices, photos, design drawings, energy models, commissioning reports, training records, and proof of completion. Keep organized files and submit within program timelines to avoid delays.

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