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British Columbia clean buildings tax credit
Refundable credit for energy-efficient building retrofits
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2028
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This refundable tax credit provides 5% of qualifying retrofit expenditures for eligible buildings in British Columbia. It supports energy-efficiency upgrades that reduce energy use intensity and meet the program’s energy targets.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : September 30, 2028
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- 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
- Retrofits that improve energy efficiency in eligible buildings
- Alterations or renovations that reduce building energy use intensity
- Projects that meet the program’s target energy use requirements
Documents Needed
- Confirmation number from Step 1
- Building parcel identification (PID)
- Retrofit cost
- Taxpayer identification details and legal names for all claimants
- Qualified person’s retrofit report
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Corporations with a permanent establishment in British Columbia
- Individuals resident in British Columbia
- Non-resident individuals with income earned in British Columbia
- Trusts that meet the individual filing requirements
Who is not eligible
- Entities exempt from British Columbia income tax
Eligible expenses
- HVAC systems, fans, lighting, pumps, elevators and escalators
- Building envelope and insulation improvements
- Permits and equipment rental for the retrofit
- Fees for the qualified person certifying the retrofit
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not directly linked to reducing energy use intensity
- Routine repair, maintenance, or service costs
- Financing costs
- Used goods, household appliances, and home-entertainment electronics
- Goods or services from non-arm’s-length persons, unless registered for GST/HST purposes
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- The retrofit certification process has two steps.
- A qualified person submits building and energy-use information first.
- The eligible applicant then submits the online certificate application.
- Approved applicants receive a certificate number by letter.
- Additional supporting documents may be requested after application.
Additional information
- The retrofit must be certified by the Ministry of Finance before the credit can be claimed.
- Only one application can be submitted per retrofit.
- Supporting documents may be requested after submission.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit?
This refundable tax credit provides 5% of qualifying retrofit expenditures for eligible buildings in British Columbia. It supports energy-efficiency upgrades that reduce energy use intensity and meet the program’s energy targets.
Who is eligible for the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit program?
To be eligible for the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit program, you must:
Building located in British Columbia
Retrofit must reduce energy use
Retrofit must be certified
What expenses are eligible under British Columbia clean buildings tax credit?
Retrofits that improve energy efficiency in eligible buildings
Alterations or renovations that reduce building energy use intensity
Projects that meet the program’s target energy use requirements
Who can I contact for more information about the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit?
You can contact BC Ministry of Finance by email at ITBTaxQuestions@gov.bc.ca or by phone at 1-877-387-3332.
Where is the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit available?
The British Columbia clean buildings tax credit program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
British Columbia clean buildings tax credit is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the British Columbia clean buildings tax credit?
British Columbia clean buildings tax credit is funded by BC Ministry of Finance, Government of British Columbia (BC)