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Source verified August 26, 2026
Demand response automation equipment
Automation assistance to reduce power demand
Funding available
$ 500 - $ 5,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Business customers enrolled in an eligible rate and the GDP Latitude or GDP Engagement option
See full eligibility
Overview
Automation equipment for demand response management offers businesses in Quebec financial support of 75 % to 90 % to facilitate their participation in GDP options. It supports, in particular, the programming of GDP controls, the addition of control points, and the installation of a building automation system.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 500 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
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
- Programming the controls for the chosen GDP option in an existing system
- Addition of control points
- Installation of a building automation system
Documents Needed
- OSE form
- Notice of participation – Aggregator, signed by each client, if an aggregator is submitting the project
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Business customers enrolled in an eligible rate and the GDP Latitude or GDP Engagement option
- Businesses or organizations with one or more commercial, institutional or industrial buildings powered by Hydro-Québec's grid
Who is not eligible
- Isolated grids
- Municipal grids
- Cooperative grids
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of certified or approved new equipment
- Programming of existing equipment for demand response management
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
How to apply
- Consult the participation guides to learn about the requirements and the detailed steps to follow
- Fill out the OSE form
- Submit the request to Hydro-Québec using OSE once the work is completed
Processing and Agreement
- Hydro-Québec reviews the project and checks its compliance.
- Hydro-Québec may request additional information.
- Hydro-Québec approves the amount of financial support and pays it out if all requirements are met.
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Demand response automation equipment Program
What is the Demand response automation equipment?
Automation equipment for demand response management offers businesses in Quebec financial support of 75 % to 90 % to facilitate their participation in GDP options. It supports, in particular, the programming of GDP controls, the addition of control points, and the installation of a building automation system.
How much funding can be received?
Demand response automation equipment Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Demand response automation equipment program?
To be eligible for the Demand response automation equipment program, you must:
Business customers enrolled in an eligible rate and in GDP Latitude or GDP Engagement
One or more commercial, institutional or industrial buildings powered by Hydro-Québec's grid
For a GDP automation measure, sub-option with at least 40 hours per winter and at most 2 events per day
What expenses are eligible under Demand response automation equipment?
Programming the controls for the chosen GDP option in an existing system
Addition of control points
Installation of a building automation system
Where is the Demand response automation equipment available?
The Demand response automation equipment program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Demand response automation equipment a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Demand response automation equipment is a Grant and Funding