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Connected Thermostat Rebates
Rebate for connected thermostats in eligible homes
Latest source updateLast Update: June 30, 2026Latest change: Connected thermostat rebate rules changed, including the eligible thermostat list and income-qualified application requirements.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: June 30, 2026
Latest change: Connected thermostat rebate rules changed, including the eligible thermostat list and income-qualified application requirements.
Connected thermostat eligibility updated
FortisBC’s connected thermostat materials now show an updated eligible thermostat model list dated 05/21/2026, which can change which devices qualify for the rebate. The income-qualified rebate details also now require applications and invoices within 6 months instead of 1 year, and the proof-of-income instructions now ask for the applicant’s mailing address; the 5-person household income cap is now $107,600 and the rebate remains up to $200 per home with a maximum of one connected thermostat rebate per home. The income-qualified form also now screens for homeowners only and adds qualification questions about primary fuel, heating system, and electric-heating upgrade status before the application steps. Overall, this reflects a real tightening and refinement of who can qualify and how to apply, while the standard non-income-qualified rebate still shows up to $150.
Funding available
$ 200
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
FortisBC Connected Thermostat Rebates help eligible residential electricity customers in Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland, Nelson Hydro, and FortisBC service areas reduce home heating costs. Eligible costs include a connected thermostat, installation by a licensed contractor, and related application materials.
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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 : 200 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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
- Installation of a qualifying connected thermostat connected to the home’s primary space heating system.
Documents Needed
- Paid invoice
- Proof of income, for income-qualified applications
- Utility Account Holder Consent form, if the registered owner is not the utility account holder
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential FortisBC electricity customers.
- Municipal electricity customers of Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland or Nelson Hydro.
- Income-qualified households may apply for the higher rebate amount.
Who is not eligible
- Homes with baseboard heating.
- Self-installations are not eligible.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of a new eligible connected thermostat.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Self-installations are not eligible.
- Not applicable for baseboard heating.
- Connected thermostats are not a bonus-eligible upgrade.
Eligible geographic areas
- Grand Forks
- Penticton
- Summerland
- Nelson Hydro
How to apply
- Ensure you've purchased an eligible connected thermostat and have it installed by a licensed contractor with a valid GST number.
- Apply online within six months of the invoice date.
- For the income-qualified option, request an income qualification code by submitting your proof of income in advance.
- Review the terms and conditions.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Processing may take up to 90 days.
- Applicants can check rebate status in their online account.
Additional information
- Applicants may request an income qualification code in advance for the income-qualified option.
- The income qualification code is valid for 6 months and can be used to apply for any FortisBC income-qualified rebates.
- The code does not guarantee rebate approval.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Connected Thermostat Rebates Program
What is the Connected Thermostat Rebates?
FortisBC Connected Thermostat Rebates help eligible residential electricity customers in Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland, Nelson Hydro, and FortisBC service areas reduce home heating costs. Eligible costs include a connected thermostat, installation by a licensed contractor, and related application materials.
How much funding can be received?
Connected Thermostat Rebates Funds up to $200 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Connected Thermostat Rebates program?
To be eligible for the Connected Thermostat Rebates program, you must:
Home must have a residential FortisBC electricity account or municipal electricity account of Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland or Nelson Hydro.
Only one connected thermostat rebate per home.
The thermostat must be installed by a licensed contractor with a GST number and valid B.C business license.
What expenses are eligible under Connected Thermostat Rebates?
Installation of a qualifying connected thermostat connected to the home’s primary space heating system.
Who can I contact for more information about the Connected Thermostat Rebates?
You can contact FortisBC by email at incomequalified@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-855-909-2329.
Where is the Connected Thermostat Rebates available?
The Connected Thermostat Rebates program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Connected Thermostat Rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Connected Thermostat Rebates is a Grant and Funding