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Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebates for major home renovation projects that significantly reduce energy use. Eligible retrofits can receive up to $75 per GJ saved up to the typical new home rating and $150 per GJ beyond that rating.
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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
- Construction
Location
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Sole proprietorship
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Major home renovation projects that significantly reduce energy use
- Deep energy retrofits for residential homes
- Projects targeting Net Zero, Net Zero Ready, or Passive House performance
Documents Needed
- Pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation documents
- Homeowner Information Sheet
- Renovation Upgrade Report
- Manitoba Hydro account number
- Final EnerGuide documents and label
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Homeowners
- Residential property owners
Who is not eligible
- Seasonal residences
- New homes
- Projects already underway
Eligible expenses
- Rebates for energy efficiency upgrades included in the retrofit project
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already underway
- New homes and seasonal properties
- Projects without building envelope improvements
- Projects without energy efficiency upgrades
- Measures already rebated by Efficiency Manitoba
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Extent of annual energy savings
- Final EnerGuide performance after the retrofit
- Share of savings coming from building envelope upgrades
How to apply
- Step 1: Get an EnerGuide evaluation
- Contact a service organization that serves your area.
- Have an energy advisor complete a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation.
- Step 2: Apply and plan
- Submit your EnerGuide documents and project details.
- Apply before any work starts.
- Step 3: Complete the retrofit
- Carry out the renovation work.
- Have the post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation completed.
- Step 4: Submit completion documents
- Send the final documents through the myEM portal.
- Step 5: Receive the rebate
- Wait for the review and rebate calculation.
- Watch for notification by email and in the portal.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after completion documents are submitted.
- Additional information may be requested during review.
- You are notified by email and through the myEM portal once the application is submitted for payment.
Additional information
- Homeowners may be able to stack this rebate with the Canada Greener Homes Grant.
- A $250 stacking bonus is available for applicants who also participate in the Canada Greener Homes Grant.
- Alternative funding sources must be disclosed during the application period.
- Manitoba Hydro may offer financing for eligible homeowners through its Home Energy Efficiency Loan.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Home Energy Retrofits Program
What is the Home Energy Retrofits?
This program offers rebates for major home renovation projects that significantly reduce energy use. Eligible retrofits can receive up to $75 per GJ saved up to the typical new home rating and $150 per GJ beyond that rating.
Who is eligible for the Home Energy Retrofits program?
To be eligible for the Home Energy Retrofits program, you must:
Owner-occupied detached, duplex, or triplex home
EnerGuide evaluation before work starts
Major energy savings required
What expenses are eligible under Home Energy Retrofits?
Major home renovation projects that significantly reduce energy use
Deep energy retrofits for residential homes
Projects targeting Net Zero, Net Zero Ready, or Passive House performance
Who can I contact for more information about the Home Energy Retrofits?
You can contact Efficiency Manitoba by email at retrofits@efficiencyMB.ca or by phone at 204-944-8181.
Where is the Home Energy Retrofits available?
The Home Energy Retrofits program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Home Energy Retrofits a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Home Energy Retrofits is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Home Energy Retrofits?
Home Energy Retrofits is funded by Efficiency Manitoba