Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides a free Energy Saving Kit to help lower home energy use. It supports income-qualified households with easy-to-install efficiency items for heating, hot water and lighting.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Income Support and Maintenance
Target groups
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Requesting a free Energy Saving Kit for the home.
Documents Needed
- Electricity account number
- Household size
- Total household income for members over 18
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Income-qualified residential electricity customers.
- Customers of BC Hydro, FortisBC, New Westminster, Grand Forks, Summerland, Penticton or Nelson Hydro.
Who is not eligible
- Households without a residential electricity account with a listed utility.
- Households above the income limit for their size.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- Processing and delivery take about three to six weeks.
- Applicants can check application status after applying.
Additional information
- One kit is available per household once every five years.
- Applicants must apply through their electricity provider.
- Online account registration is required before applying.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Free Energy Saving Kit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Free Energy Saving Kit. 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 Free Energy Saving Kit?
This program provides a free Energy Saving Kit to help lower home energy use. It supports income-qualified households with easy-to-install efficiency items for heating, hot water and lighting.
Who is eligible for the Free Energy Saving Kit program?
To be eligible for the Free Energy Saving Kit program, you must:
Residential electricity account required.
Household income must be below the limit.
One kit per household every five years.
What expenses are eligible under Free Energy Saving Kit?
Requesting a free Energy Saving Kit for the home.
Who can I contact for more information about the Free Energy Saving Kit?
You can contact FortisBC or by phone at 1-855-909-2331.
Where is the Free Energy Saving Kit available?
The Free Energy Saving Kit program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Free Energy Saving Kit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Free Energy Saving Kit is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Free Energy Saving Kit?
Free Energy Saving Kit is funded by FortisBC