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Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program
No-cost energy upgrades for rental buildings
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia
Overview
This no-cost program helps eligible rental apartment and accommodation buildings improve energy and water efficiency. It includes a free building energy assessment, direct installation of water-saving products, and support for larger 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
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Real estate and rental and leasing
- Health care and social assistance
- Accommodation and food services
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
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Free building energy assessment.
- Direct installation of energy- and water-saving products in suites.
- Support for larger energy-efficiency upgrades.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Property managers.
- Building owners.
- Purpose-built rental apartment buildings.
- Hotels and motels.
- Private retirement and care homes.
Who is not eligible
- BC Hydro customers with central electric water heating.
- Buildings slated for demolition.
- Buildings with prior water-efficient showerheads and aerators installed in rental suites.
Eligible expenses
- Free energy assessment.
- Installation of water-efficient showerheads, faucet aerators, pipe insulation, and hot water recirculation controls.
Eligible geographic areas
- FortisBC service area.
- Municipal electricity customers in Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland, and Nelson.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are processed for a minimum of 30 days.
- If approved, the applicant is contacted to schedule the assessment and installations.
- Installations are completed on a weekday.
Additional information
- No charge.
- Support is available for larger energy-efficiency upgrades.
- Applicants can use an online application portal.
- Application processing takes a minimum of 30 days.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program. 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 Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program?
This no-cost program helps eligible rental apartment and accommodation buildings improve energy and water efficiency. It includes a free building energy assessment, direct installation of water-saving products, and support for larger upgrades.
Who is eligible for the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program program?
To be eligible for the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program program, you must:
Purpose-built rental building.
At least nine units.
FortisBC or select municipal utility customer.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program?
Free building energy assessment.
Direct installation of energy- and water-saving products in suites.
Support for larger energy-efficiency upgrades.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program?
You can contact Municipality of West Elgin by email at businessrebates@fortisbc.com or by phone at 604-872-0122.
Where is the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program available?
The Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program?
Energy Efficiency for Rental Apartments and Accommodations Program is funded by Municipality of West Elgin