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Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP)
Funding for energy-efficient home retrofits
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta
Overview
This program provides up to $20,000 in forgivable loan support for energy-efficient home retrofits. It helps eligible Métis homeowners complete improvements such as insulation, windows, heating and cooling systems, and solar panels.
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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
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Home energy efficiency retrofits
- Insulation upgrades
- Energy-efficient window installation
- Heating and cooling system improvements
- Solar panel installation
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed application
- Government-issued identification
- Land Title Certificate
- Notice of Assessment for household residents 18 and over
- Proof of home insurance
- Proof that mortgage and property taxes are current
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Otipemisiwak Métis Government citizens in Alberta
- Homeowners seeking energy efficiency retrofits for a primary residence
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who are under 18 years old
- Households with income above the program limit
- Owners of other homes within the past three years
- Projects involving fossil fuel-burning retrofit technologies
Eligible expenses
- Energy efficiency retrofit work for the home
- Pre- and post-retrofit EnerGuide home evaluations, when using the preferred audit partner
- Approved contractor work or eligible materials purchased for the retrofits
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Retrofits using fossil fuel-burning technology, such as gas furnaces or gas hot water tanks
- Costs above the approved funding amount
- Contractor deposits
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for pre-approval and completeness.
- Eligible retrofits are confirmed after required documents and quotes are submitted.
- Approved applicants sign a funding agreement and legal loan documents.
- Work must be completed before contractor payment is released.
- A post-retrofit evaluation is scheduled after the work is finished.
Additional information
- Funding is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The program was closed at the time of the source document.
- Applicants must reapply with the updated form when the program reopens.
- Approved funding is a forgivable loan with a five-year caveat on the property.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP). 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 Retrofits Program (EERP)?
This program provides up to $20,000 in forgivable loan support for energy-efficient home retrofits. It helps eligible Métis homeowners complete improvements such as insulation, windows, heating and cooling systems, and solar panels.
How much funding can be received?
Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) program?
To be eligible for the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) program, you must:
Otipemisiwak Métis Government Citizen in Alberta.
Applicant must be 18 or older.
Primary residence, income under $150,000.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP)?
Home energy efficiency retrofits
Insulation upgrades
Energy-efficient window installation
Heating and cooling system improvements
Solar panel installation
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP)?
You can contact Métis Capital Housing Corporation (MCHC) by email at eerp@metishousing.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) available?
The Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Efficiency Retrofits Program (EERP) is a Grant and Funding