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Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates
Rebates for natural gas heating upgrades
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,800
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
FortisBC offers rebates of up to $3,800 for connecting to natural gas and replacing oil or propane heating systems. The program supports eligible space and water heating upgrades, with an extra rebate available for installing a natural gas fireplace at the same time.
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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 : 3,800 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- British Columbia
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
- Connecting an existing home to natural gas
- Replacing oil or propane heating with eligible natural gas heating systems
- Installing eligible natural gas water heating and fireplace add-ons
Documents Needed
- Paid itemized invoice(s)
- Utility Account Holder Consent form, if applicable
- Permit number for the gas installation
- Contractor’s Technical Safety BC licence number
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- FortisBC Energy Inc. customers
- Owners of existing homes
- New gas customers connecting to FortisBC natural gas service
Who is not eligible
- New construction projects
- Applicants outside FortisBC’s natural gas or propane service territory
- Customers without a valid pre-qualification code for bonus rebates
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of eligible natural gas furnaces, boilers, combination heating and hot water systems, water heaters, and fireplaces
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New construction
- Upgrades installed without meeting program timing requirements
- Costs for non-eligible equipment
Eligible geographic areas
- FortisBC natural gas or propane service territory
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and may take up to 90 days to process
- FortisBC may refuse incomplete or non-compliant applications
- Approval is required before any rebate is issued
- Rebates are paid by cheque after approval
Additional information
- Pre-qualification codes are required for the bonus rebates.
- Applications may take up to 90 days to process.
- The online application starts through FortisBC Account Online.
- Customer service can help with online applications if needed.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates. 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 Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates?
FortisBC offers rebates of up to $3,800 for connecting to natural gas and replacing oil or propane heating systems. The program supports eligible space and water heating upgrades, with an extra rebate available for installing a natural gas fireplace at the same time.
How much funding can be received?
Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates Funds up to $3,800 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates program?
To be eligible for the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates program, you must:
Existing homes only
New FortisBC gas customers
Pre-qualification code required for bonus rebates
What expenses are eligible under Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates?
Connecting an existing home to natural gas
Replacing oil or propane heating with eligible natural gas heating systems
Installing eligible natural gas water heating and fireplace add-ons
Who can I contact for more information about the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates?
You can contact FortisBC by email at gas.customerservice@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-855-909-2329.
Where is the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates available?
The Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Connect to natural gas: space and water heating rebates is a Grant and Funding