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Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities
Energy rebates for Indigenous community homes
Funding available
$ 25,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Who can apply
Indigenous communities connected to the electric grid, gas system or both
See full eligibility
Overview
FortisBC’s Energy-Efficiency Rebates for Homes in Indigenous Communities support Indigenous communities with upgrades to existing homes and new efficient homes. The program offers energy assessments, project management support, and eligible home upgrades such as space and water heating, building envelopes, ventilation, and connected thermostats.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Energy assessments to identify ways to improve a home’s overall comfort and energy efficiency.
- Project management support for home energy-efficiency improvements.
- Eligible home upgrades including replacing older space and water heating systems, improving building envelopes, and enhancing ventilation.
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A captured source change or record update does not confirm eligibility. Check the funder’s current rules before applying.
PIEER program terms updated
The program content now shows the Indigenous residential energy-efficiency rebate offer, new home support, and updated rebate amounts, eligibility, and participation steps.
The program materials now present a broader Indigenous home energy-efficiency rebate page instead of only the PIEER terms-and-conditions text, and they add a clearer breakdown of eligible home upgrades, participation steps, and support channels. The new page shows up to 50 per cent upfront funding for eligible incentives, with examples including up to $15,000 for dual fuel heating systems, $3,000 for the northern top-up, $5,000 to $12,000 for air source heat pumps, and up to $7,000 for new-home design support. Eligibility and scope are now described more directly for Indigenous communities connected to the electric grid, gas system, or both, including housing managed by an Indigenous governing body, and the page also adds new home program information for Step Code 3, 4, and 5 projects. The updated content also adds a contact email for Indigenous conservation support and points readers to the June 2026 program requirements and terms and conditions PDFs for full details.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities connected to the electric grid, gas system or both
- Indigenous governing bodies
- Indigenous housing managers
Who is not eligible
- Individual households for the heating system maintenance rebates.
Eligible expenses
- Energy assessments and project management support.
- Upfront rebate payments for eligible incentives.
- Heating, water heating, insulation, windows, doors, ventilation, and service upgrades.
- Health and safety work needed for rebate-eligible envelope upgrades.
- Eligible appliances and maintenance of approved heating systems.
Eligible geographic areas
- Indigenous communities connected to the electric grid, gas system or both
How to apply
- Step 1: Request an energy coach
- Use the program entry point to request support.
- Get help with planning and available incentives.
- Step 2: Connect with a program coordinator
- Submit your answers and wait for a coordinator to contact you.
- Discuss your project and complete preliminary program requirements.
- Get registered and assigned a project coach.
- Step 3: Work with your project coach
- Review eligibility requirements for the planned upgrades.
- Confirm contractor and quote or invoice information.
- Submit the rebate application, if requested, and complete the final declaration.
- Step 4: Check status or update information
- Log in to the Conservation and Energy Management HUB.
- Update your information or review the status of your rebate application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the program support process after you connect with a coordinator.
- A project coach may help submit the application and confirm required information.
- Applicants can log in to check application status and update information.
- Program terms and conditions apply before funding is issued.
Additional information
- Indigenous housing managers can register through any program partner.
- An Energy Coach and a Project Coach may assist with planning and the application process.
- Project coaches can submit rebate applications on behalf of applicants, if needed.
- The program is offered jointly by FortisBC, BC Hydro and CleanBC.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities Program
What is the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities?
FortisBC’s Energy-Efficiency Rebates for Homes in Indigenous Communities support Indigenous communities with upgrades to existing homes and new efficient homes. The program offers energy assessments, project management support, and eligible home upgrades such as space and water heating, building envelopes, ventilation, and connected thermostats.
How much funding can be received?
Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities program?
To be eligible for the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities program, you must:
Indigenous communities connected to the electric grid, gas system or both
Administered through an Indigenous governing body
Manage housing for members living on or off reserve
What expenses are eligible under Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities?
Energy assessments and project management support.
Upfront rebate payments for eligible incentives.
Heating, water heating, insulation, windows, doors, ventilation, and service upgrades.
Health and safety work needed for rebate-eligible envelope upgrades.
Eligible appliances and maintenance of approved heating systems.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities?
You can contact FortisBC by email at indigenousconservation@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-866-884-8833.
Where is the Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities available?
The Energy-efficiency rebates for homes in Indigenous communities program is available the province of British Columbia.