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Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 25,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
Rebates of up to 75% help businesses reduce the cost of HVAC and building control upgrades. The program supports eligible equipment purchases and installations for existing buildings and new construction projects.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Accommodation and food services
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- HVAC controls upgrades
- Boiler and heating system optimization
- Building energy management system improvements
- Heat recovery and ventilation upgrades
Documents Needed
- Paid invoices or receipts
- Supporting documentation for the rebate application
- Specification sheet, where required
- Contractor or technician information, where required
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial businesses
- Industrial businesses
- Builders and developers
- Property owners and long-term leaseholders
Who is not eligible
- Rate 1 gas customers
- Self-generating electricity customers, for electric measures
- Businesses using backup, standby, or secondary boilers for the measure
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of eligible HVAC controls and related products
- Eligible service work completed by qualified contractors
- Paid invoices for approved measures
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Products or services not on the eligible product or service list
- Used or rebuilt products
- Visual inspections
- Work that does not meet the listed measure requirements
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- Grand Forks
- Penticton
- Summerland
- Nelson Hydro service area
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- FortisBC may request supporting information or verify eligibility.
- If approved, the rebate is issued to the utility account holder.
- Approval and payment timing vary by rebate type.
Additional information
- Some products may be eligible for point-of-sale rebates.
- Online applicants must have a FortisBC account.
- Applications can be checked for status online after submission.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the HVAC and building controls rebates Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the HVAC and building controls rebates. 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 HVAC and building controls rebates?
Rebates of up to 75% help businesses reduce the cost of HVAC and building control upgrades. The program supports eligible equipment purchases and installations for existing buildings and new construction projects.
How much funding can be received?
HVAC and building controls rebates Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $25,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the HVAC and building controls rebates program?
To be eligible for the HVAC and building controls rebates program, you must:
Commercial or industrial customers
FortisBC energy customer
Owner, leaseholder, or builder
What expenses are eligible under HVAC and building controls rebates?
HVAC controls upgrades
Boiler and heating system optimization
Building energy management system improvements
Heat recovery and ventilation upgrades
Who can I contact for more information about the HVAC and building controls rebates?
You can contact FortisBC by email at businessrebates@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-866-884-8833.
Where is the HVAC and building controls rebates available?
The HVAC and building controls rebates program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the HVAC and building controls rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
HVAC and building controls rebates is a Grant and Funding