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Energy Affordability Program
Free home energy upgrades for income-eligible Ontario households
Latest source updateLast Update: July 6, 2026Latest change: The Energy Affordability Program now includes a new Heat Pump FAQ section with expanded eligibility, application guidance, and no-cost heat pump support.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 6, 2026
Latest change: The Energy Affordability Program now includes a new Heat Pump FAQ section with expanded eligibility, application guidance, and no-cost heat pump support.
Energy Affordability Program adds Heat Pump support
The Frequently asked questions page now adds a Heat Pump section and the program materials now point applicants to heat-pump support through the application form and FAQ links. The new content says eligible homeowners with oil-fueled heating systems may now qualify for a high-efficiency cold climate heat pump at no cost, and the support includes no-cost installation, warranty, follow-up visits, and oil tank removal. The program scope also appears broader on the FAQ page, with heat-pump eligibility described for electrically heated and oil-heated homes and with homeowner/renter distinctions now visible. Applicants are told to complete the online form and a delivery agent will contact them within three business days, while the contact/support navigation was updated to point people to the heat-pump FAQ.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Energy Affordability Program provides up to 100% funded (no-cost) home energy upgrades to income-eligible Ontario households to help reduce electricity bills and improve home comfort. Eligible activities include a free in-home energy assessment and installation of measures such as LED bulbs, efficient appliances, insulation and draft-proofing, smart thermostats, and—where eligible—a cold-climate air source heat pump or a mailed energy-saving kit with DIY efficiency products.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Complete a free in-home energy needs assessment and implement recommended energy-saving home upgrades through the program’s comprehensive support.
- Replace or upgrade eligible household equipment and appliances to improve energy efficiency and reduce electricity costs.
- Install a high-efficiency cold climate air source heat pump system (for eligible homes heated by electricity or oil, including eligible oil-to-heat-pump retrofits).
- Improve a home’s building envelope to reduce heat loss (e.g., insulation and draft-proofing upgrades) where eligible.
- Receive and self-install an energy-saving kit to reduce drafts, lower lighting use, and reduce household water use.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario homeowners, renters, and leaseholders.
- Residents of eligible Social Housing properties.
- Any on-reserve community member.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses/companies (the program is intended for income-eligible residential electricity consumers and households in Ontario).
Eligible expenses
- Energy-efficiency expert home visit and energy needs assessment.
- LED light bulbs.
- Energy-efficient appliances (refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, window air conditioner).
- Smart power strip; programmable or smart thermostat(s).
- High-efficiency showerheads and faucet aerators.
- Additional attic or basement insulation and draft proofing.
- Cold climate air source heat pump system.
- Energy saving kit items (weather-stripping, retractable clothesline, LED night light, block heater timer).
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Grid-connected First Nation communities in Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the program
- Call 1-844-770-3148.
- Step 2: Submit the online form
- Complete the application form to request a callback.
- Step 3: Wait for follow-up
- A program service provider will contact you within three business days.
- Step 4: Receive the support
- If eligible, you may receive an in-home energy assessment or an energy saving kit by mail.
Additional information
- The program is delivered by authorized Save on Energy delivery agents.
- Door-to-door sales are not endorsed.
- Authorized agents will not show up unannounced.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Affordability Program Program
What is the Energy Affordability Program?
The Energy Affordability Program provides up to 100% funded (no-cost) home energy upgrades to income-eligible Ontario households to help reduce electricity bills and improve home comfort. Eligible activities include a free in-home energy assessment and installation of measures such as LED bulbs, efficient appliances, insulation and draft-proofing, smart thermostats, and—where eligible—a cold-climate air source heat pump or a mailed energy-saving kit with DIY efficiency products.
Who is eligible for the Energy Affordability Program program?
To be eligible for the Energy Affordability Program program, you must:
Be listed as the primary or secondary utility account holder.
Qualify through income or a listed benefit, depending on support stream.
For the Energy Saving Kit, own, rent or lease a residence in Ontario.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Affordability Program?
Complete a free in-home energy needs assessment and implement recommended energy-saving home upgrades through the program’s comprehensive support.
Replace or upgrade eligible household equipment and appliances to improve energy efficiency and reduce electricity costs.
Install a high-efficiency cold climate air source heat pump system (for eligible homes heated by electricity or oil, including eligible oil-to-heat-pump retrofits).
Improve a home’s building envelope to reduce heat loss (e.g., insulation and draft-proofing upgrades) where eligible.
Receive and self-install an energy-saving kit to reduce drafts, lower lighting use, and reduce household water use.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Affordability Program?
You can contact Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) by email at eap@saveonenergy.ca or by phone at 1-844-770-3148.
Where is the Energy Affordability Program available?
The Energy Affordability Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Energy Affordability Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Affordability Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Affordability Program?
Energy Affordability Program is funded by Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO)