Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Northwest Territories, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebates of up to $50,000 for energy-efficient building upgrades in the Northwest Territories. Community governments, Indigenous governments, and Indigenous development corporations may be eligible for up to $75,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Northwest Territories
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Energy-efficient building upgrades
- Heating system and control improvements
- Building envelope upgrades such as insulation and air sealing
- Ventilation, hot water, and low-flow water improvements
- Project coordination for community government energy upgrades
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Contractor or supplier quotes
- Information on existing and new systems
- Building energy audit documentation, for community governments where applicable
- Final paid invoices and receipts after project completion
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses
- Community governments in the Northwest Territories
- Non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the Northwest Territories
- Projects already funded by another AEA program
- Projects already funded by the GNWT Department of Infrastructure
- Projects funded by certain other federal or federally funded programs
Eligible expenses
- Materials and shipping for the upgrade
- Installation costs
- Project management services from a third-party contractor
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- LED lighting retrofits
- Spare parts inventory
- Operations and maintenance
- Studies and reports, including pre-feasibility and feasibility studies
- GST, taxes, financing costs, interest, and late payment fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Northwest Territories
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by AEA after submission of the pre-approval package.
- An AEA Energy Advisor contacts the applicant for project discussion and any additional information needed.
- If approved, a signed pre-approval copy is sent to the applicant.
- AEA verifies the completed work against the pre-approval before issuing payment.
- Rebate payment is issued within 6 weeks after confirmation of the details.
Additional information
- Funding is distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Pre-approval is required to secure rebate funding.
- Applications are considered received only when complete and supported by all required documents.
- The program is funded by the Government of the Northwest Territories and the Government of Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Building Improvements Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Building Improvements Program. 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 Building Improvements Program?
This program offers rebates of up to $50,000 for energy-efficient building upgrades in the Northwest Territories. Community governments, Indigenous governments, and Indigenous development corporations may be eligible for up to $75,000.
How much funding can be received?
Building Improvements Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $50,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Building Improvements Program program?
To be eligible for the Building Improvements Program program, you must:
Operating in the Northwest Territories.
Energy-saving building project.
Pre-approval before work starts.
What expenses are eligible under Building Improvements Program?
Energy-efficient building upgrades
Heating system and control improvements
Building envelope upgrades such as insulation and air sealing
Ventilation, hot water, and low-flow water improvements
Project coordination for community government energy upgrades
Who can I contact for more information about the Building Improvements Program?
You can contact Arctic Energy Alliance (AEA) by email at info@aea.nt.ca or by phone at (867) 920-3333.
Where is the Building Improvements Program available?
The Building Improvements Program program is available the province of Northwest Territories.
Is the Building Improvements Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Building Improvements Program is a Partnering and Collaboration