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Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)
Free energy upgrades for income-qualified homes
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Grand Forks, Nelson, New Westminster, Penticton, Summerland, British Columbia, Canada
Overview
ECAP provides free home energy evaluations and energy-saving upgrades for income-qualified households. The program can include advice, product installation, and home improvements such as insulation, draftproofing, and heating system upgrades.
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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
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Grand Forks, Nelson, New Westminster, Penticton, Summerland
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free home energy evaluation
- Energy advice from an energy coach
- Installation of energy-saving products and home upgrades
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application form
- Proof of income for household members 18 and older
- Landlord Consent Form, if renting
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Residential electricity customers
- Income-qualified households
- Homeowners and renters in eligible homes
Who is not eligible
- Customers with Pacific Northern Gas (PNG) service
Eligible expenses
- LED light bulbs, carbon monoxide detectors, connected thermostats, draftproofing and insulation
- Water efficient showerheads and faucet aerators
- Ventilation or bathroom fans
- Electric air source heat pumps, ductless heat pumps, central heat pumps and dual fuel systems
- Portable air conditioning units for clients of the regional health programs with a medical referral letter, if they do not receive a heating/cooling system from the ECAP
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Apartment units
- Homes with other heating fuel types
- Electrical heat pump upgrades outside the stated home types
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Selection criteria
- FortisBC may evaluate the applicant's annual electricity usage and, if applicable, natural gas usage
- FortisBC has the right to prioritize applications for program support within available funding based on any criteria deemed appropriate
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the application
- Fill out and sign the program application form.
- Include the landlord consent form if you rent.
- Attach proof of income for household members 18 and older.
- Step 2: Send the application
- Email or mail the completed form to the correct program office for your electricity provider.
- Step 3: Wait for review
- The program will contact you if you qualify.
- A time will be arranged to review your home’s energy use.
Processing and Agreement
- After we receive your application, we’ll contact you within six weeks
- If you qualify, FortisBC will work with you to schedule a time to review your home’s energy use
- If eligible for Energy-Efficient Products, contractors may return after improvements have been made to review the installation for quality assurance and/or auditing purposes
Additional information
- This program is delivered by FortisBC and BC Hydro with funding support from the Government of Canada and the Province of B.C.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) Program
What is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
ECAP provides free home energy evaluations and energy-saving upgrades for income-qualified households. The program can include advice, product installation, and home improvements such as insulation, draftproofing, and heating system upgrades.
Who is eligible for the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program?
To be eligible for the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program, you must:
Homeowners and renters 19 years and older
Must have at least one eligible residential utility account and live on a permanent year-round basis in an eligible housing type
Combined household income must be below the maximum shown for household size
What expenses are eligible under Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
Free home energy evaluation
Energy advice from an energy coach
Installation of energy-saving products and home upgrades
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
You can contact FortisBC by email at ecap@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-855-909-2331.
Where is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) available?
The Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP)?
Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP) is funded by FortisBC, Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation