- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $ · Up to 15% of project cost
- Types of eligible projects
- Timeline
- Open Date : November 1, 2026 · Closing date : January 31, 2027
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Grant and Funding Programs Offered by BC Hydro (BCH)
BC Hydro is the Crown corporation and primary electricity utility in British Columbia, Canada. Through its Power Smart program, the provincial utility offers numerous rebate and incentive programs for residential and business customers, including home renovation rebates up to $12,500, free energy-efficient upgrades based on income, EV charger rebates, solar panel and battery storage incentives, and community grant programs for non-profit organizations. View BC Hydro (BCH)'s website for more information.
Featured grants at a glance
24 programs
- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 400 $ · Up to 75% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Construction, Real estate and rental and leasing, Professional, scientific and technical services
- Types of eligible projects
- Construction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-financial cooperative, For-profit business, Public or Parapublic institution
BC, Canada- Grant and FundingOpen
BC Hydro Home Insulation Rebate Program
Income-based rebates for home insulation upgrades- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,500 $
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship
BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
BC Hydro Home Renovation Bonus Rebates
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
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship
BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
BC Hydro Power Smart Electrification Programs
Electrification incentives for clean energy transitions- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Manufacturing, Transportation and warehousing, Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
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BC Hydro Power Smart New Construction Program
Support for efficient new construction projects- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- From $1,000 to $8,000
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Educational services
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- Public or Parapublic institution
BC, Canada- Grant and FundingOpen
BC Hydro Solar and Battery Rebate Program
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
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship
BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
BC Hydro Window and Door Rebate
Rebate for energy-efficient window and door upgrades- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Sole proprietorship
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Construction, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade
- Types of eligible projects
- CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
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- Grant and FundingOpen
Condo and Apartment Rebate Program
Rebates for condo and apartment energy upgrades- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
BC, Canada- Grant and FundingOpen
Heating System Maintenance Rebates - Partners in Indigenous Energy Efficiency & Resilience Program
Heating maintenance rebates for Indigenous communities- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 200 $
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Multi-Unit Residential Building Retrofit Program
Energy retrofit support for multi-unit buildings- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 750,000 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Real estate and rental and leasing
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
New Westminster, BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Partners in Indigenous Energy Efficiency & Resilience - Energy Assessment Funding
Energy assessment support for Indigenous communities- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $ · Up to 100% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
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- Grant and FundingOpen
Partners in Indigenous Energy Efficiency & Resilience - Retrofit Incentives
Energy retrofit incentives for Indigenous communities- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $ · Up to 80% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Public administration
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- Public or Parapublic institution
BC, Canada - Grant and FundingOpen
Partners in Indigenous Energy Efficiency & Resilience Program - Basic Energy Saving Measures
Indigenous energy efficiency and resilience support- Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
BC, Canada- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Power Smart - Business Energy Saving Incentives
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 - Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
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Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpenStrategic Energy Management Program
Business energy efficiency support for long-term savings- Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- Utilities, Manufacturing, Wholesale trade, Retail trade
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateInnovation
BC, Canada- Grant and FundingExpert AdviceOpen
Workplace EV Charger Rebate Program
Workplace EV charging rebates and support- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 56,000 $ · Up to 50% of project cost
- Eligible Industries
- Construction, Professional, scientific and technical services
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business, Non-profit, Public or Parapublic institution
BC, Canada - Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Legal Structure
- For-profit business
Canada- Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Types of eligible projects
- Environment and Climate
- Legal Structure
- Non-profit
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About BC Hydro (BCH)
What is the mission of BC Hydro (BCH)?
BC Hydro's mission is to provide reliable, affordable, and clean electricity to British Columbians while supporting energy conservation and sustainability through the Power Smart program, community investment, and partnerships with Indigenous communities.
What type of organization is BC Hydro (BCH)?
BC Hydro (BCH) is a Crown corporation.
When was BC Hydro (BCH) founded?
BC Hydro (BCH) was founded in 1961.
What is BC Hydro (BCH)'s official website?
BC Hydro (BCH)'s official website is https://www.bchydro.com.
What else should I know about BC Hydro (BCH)?
BC Hydro's Role in British Columbia's Energy Ecosystem
As BC's provincial Crown corporation, BC Hydro serves as the primary electricity utility for over two million customers across British Columbia. The Power Smart brand represents the utility's comprehensive energy efficiency and conservation programs, providing financial incentives to help customers reduce their energy consumption and transition to cleaner energy sources.
Residential Rebate Programs
BC Hydro offers extensive rebates for homeowners including up to $12,500 for energy-efficient renovations covering heating systems, insulation, windows and more. The Free Product Installation and Advice program provides no-cost energy-efficient upgrades for qualifying low-income households. Additional residential programs include Peak Saver rewards for reducing electricity during peak demand, solar panel and battery storage rebates, and the Condo and Apartment Rebate Program.
Business and Commercial Incentives
Business customers access programs through the Power Smart Business portal, including strategic energy management, demand response programs, equipment upgrade incentives, electrification support, and new construction energy efficiency programs. The Alliance of Energy Professionals provides a network of qualified contractors and consultants.
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
BC Hydro administers EV charger rebates for single-family homes, multi-unit residential buildings, and workplaces. The utility operates a public fast charging network across British Columbia and provides information about federal and provincial EV purchase incentives.
Indigenous Community Support
Specialized programs for Indigenous Governing Bodies include energy assessment funding, efficiency retrofit incentives, heating system maintenance rebates, and basic energy saving measures. Solar panel and battery storage rebates are available for eligible Indigenous communities.
Community Grants and Giving
BC Hydro's community giving includes grants for non-profit organizations, post-secondary and Indigenous scholarships, the Community ReGreening program funding small-scale planting projects, and support for educational initiatives through Power Smart for Schools.