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Air Source Heat Pumps
Free home energy upgrades for eligible Ontario households
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The Energy Affordability Program FAQ now adds a Heat Pump section with new eligibility, application, and no-cost installation details for cold-climate air source heat pumps.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The Energy Affordability Program FAQ now adds a Heat Pump section with new eligibility, application, and no-cost installation details for cold-climate air source heat pumps.
Air Source Heat Pumps FAQ updated
The Energy Affordability Program FAQ now includes a new Heat Pump section for cold-climate air source heat pumps. The new guidance says electrically heated homes and, for a limited time, oil-heated homes may qualify, and it adds a new online form and phone option for applying. The FAQ also says a delivery agent will contact applicants within three business days and describes the heat pump offering as no-cost, including installation, warranty, follow-up visits, and oil tank or HVAC removal conditions.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Ontario homeowners or renters who are responsible for paying the electricity bill.
See full eligibility
Overview
The Save on Energy Energy Affordability Program provides no-cost support to eligible Ontario households, including cold climate air source heat pumps through its Air Source Heat Pumps offering. It is delivered province-wide and also includes in-home assessments, ENERGY STAR® replacement appliances, insulation, draft proofing, and Energy Saving Kits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free in-home energy assessments.
- Installation of energy-efficient home upgrades.
- Delivery of self-install energy saving kits.
- Replacement of inefficient appliances.
- Installation of insulation, draft proofing, and heat pumps for eligible homes.
Documents Needed
- Copy of proof of eligibility, such as a Notice of Assessment or proof of receipt of a qualifying support benefit.
Official resources
Application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario homeowners or renters who are responsible for paying the electricity bill.
- Residents of social housing may also be eligible.
- Electrically heated homes may qualify for a cold climate air source heat pump.
- Oil-heated homes may qualify for a cold climate air source heat pump if the homeowner has an above-ground oil tank.
Who is not eligible
- Ontario residents served by Cornwall Electric
How to apply
- Check your eligibility.
- Call 1-844-770-3148 or complete the online application form.
- If you complete the online application form, a program delivery agent will contact you within three business days.
Processing and Agreement
- During the in-home energy assessment, an energy expert will ask you to sign a Participant Agreement and will verify the documents used to prove your program eligibility.
- After the assessment, the EAP delivery partner will review the information collected to determine whether your home qualifies for upgrades.
- You will be notified of the assessment results by letter or email.
- If your home qualifies, the EAP delivery partner will work with you to arrange an installation date, and you may accept or decline any upgrades offered to you.
Additional information
- Cold climate air source heat pumps provided through the program include a 10-year parts and labour warranty.
- A follow-up visit is included at the one- and two-year mark for system checks, filter cleaning, and customer education.
- For homes currently heated with oil, the offering includes removal of the above-ground oil tank.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Air Source Heat Pumps Program
What is the Air Source Heat Pumps?
The Save on Energy Energy Affordability Program provides no-cost support to eligible Ontario households, including cold climate air source heat pumps through its Air Source Heat Pumps offering. It is delivered province-wide and also includes in-home assessments, ENERGY STAR® replacement appliances, insulation, draft proofing, and Energy Saving Kits.
Who is eligible for the Air Source Heat Pumps program?
To be eligible for the Air Source Heat Pumps program, you must:
Ontario homeowners or renters responsible for paying the electricity bill, plus residents of social housing.
Eligibility is based on household income and household size, or receipt of a qualifying eligible benefit.
Heat pump eligibility also depends on the current heating system and the results of an in-home assessment.
What expenses are eligible under Air Source Heat Pumps?
Free in-home energy assessments.
Installation of energy-efficient home upgrades.
Delivery of self-install energy saving kits.
Replacement of inefficient appliances.
Installation of insulation, draft proofing, and heat pumps for eligible homes.
Who can I contact for more information about the Air Source Heat Pumps?
You can contact Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) by email at eap@saveonenergy.ca or by phone at 1-844-770-3148.
Where is the Air Source Heat Pumps available?
The Air Source Heat Pumps program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Air Source Heat Pumps a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Air Source Heat Pumps is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Air Source Heat Pumps?
Air Source Heat Pumps is funded by Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)