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Farm fuel and rural utility programs
Rebates heating oil and propane costs for remote homes
Funding available
$ 5,250
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened April 13, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Who can apply
Albertans whose primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
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Overview
The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program helps eligible Albertans reduce heating fuel costs when their primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor. It provides rebates for heating oil and propane purchases, subject to annual limits, and requires invoices or delivery tickets with each application.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,250 $
- Up to 9% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchasing heating oil and/or propane for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Documents Needed
- Completed and signed Remote Area Heating Allowance application form
- Original or clearly printed copies of invoices or delivery tickets for heating oil and/or propane
- Direct deposit form, if requesting rebate payment by direct deposit
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Albertans whose primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Eligible expenses
- Heating oil and/or propane purchases for eligible primary residences
How to apply
- Complete and sign the application form.
- Submit it, with your original or a clearly printed copy of invoices or delivery tickets for heating oil and/or propane, to Rural Utilities.
- Submit the completed application and invoices by mail, email or fax.
- If you require rebate payment via direct deposit, complete the form and submit it to the Rural Utilities Office.
Additional information
- The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program expires March 31, 2031.
- Applications are accepted until March 31, 2032 for fuel purchases up to and including March 31, 2031.
- Invoices dated one year or less from the date the program receives your application are valid.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Farm fuel and rural utility programs Program
What is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
The Remote Area Heating Allowance Program helps eligible Albertans reduce heating fuel costs when their primary residence is outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor. It provides rebates for heating oil and propane purchases, subject to annual limits, and requires invoices or delivery tickets with each application.
How much funding can be received?
Farm fuel and rural utility programs Funds up to 9% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,250 per project.
Who is eligible for the Farm fuel and rural utility programs program?
To be eligible for the Farm fuel and rural utility programs program, you must:
Primary residence must be outside a natural gas distributor franchise area.
Natural gas service must not extend to the location.
What expenses are eligible under Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
Purchasing heating oil and/or propane for a primary residence outside the franchise boundaries of a natural gas distributor
Who can I contact for more information about the Farm fuel and rural utility programs?
You can contact Government of Alberta by email at affb@gov.ab.ca or by phone at 780-422-9167.
Where is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs available?
The Farm fuel and rural utility programs program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Farm fuel and rural utility programs a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Farm fuel and rural utility programs is a Grant and Funding