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Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program
Heat pump support for oil-heated homes
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Latest source updateLast Update: August 19, 2026Latest change: The application help page now routes applicants through the portal for Oil to Heat Pump Affordability instead of listing province-by-province instructions, and the checklist form no longer shows a CAPTCHA step.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 19, 2026
Latest change: The application help page now routes applicants through the portal for Oil to Heat Pump Affordability instead of listing province-by-province instructions, and the checklist form no longer shows a CAPTCHA step.
Application guidance updated
The technical assistance page revised its application guidance: the province-by-province routing list was removed, and applicants are now told to select Oil to Heat Pump Affordability as an additional stream in the portal. The contact area also no longer shows the Canada Greener Homes Grant email, while the checklist form now submits without a CAPTCHA step.
Funding available
$ 15,250
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Canada
Overview
The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program offers Canadian homeowners in Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Quebec, and Saskatchewan upfront support of up to $10,000 to replace oil heating with eligible electric heat pump systems. Eligible costs include heat pump purchase and installation, necessary electrical and mechanical upgrades, and safe oil tank removal.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or adapt facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,250 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Quebec, Saskatchewan
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Switch from oil heating to an electric heat pump system
Documents Needed
- Mandatory attestation form
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian homeowners
Who is not eligible
- Homeowners in Nunavut, remote areas of Quebec, and other remote areas of Canada
- Off-grid homes
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of the eligible heat pump systems
- Safe removal of your oil tank
- Installation of a back-up electric heating system
- Switching over other oil-using household systems, such as a hot water heater
How to apply
- Create an account in the Canada Greener Homes portal.
- Log in with your Sign-In Partner or GCKey.
- Click New application and follow the prompts to submit your application.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications submitted by the deadline will continue to be processed.
- Program officers will review your documents.
- You may be contacted to arrange a verification visit to confirm compliance with program requirements.
Additional information
- In New Brunswick, NB Power administers the OHPA program on behalf of Natural Resources Canada through the Total Home Energy Savings program
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program Program
What is the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program?
The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program offers Canadian homeowners in Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Quebec, and Saskatchewan upfront support of up to $10,000 to replace oil heating with eligible electric heat pump systems. Eligible costs include heat pump purchase and installation, necessary electrical and mechanical upgrades, and safe oil tank removal.
How much funding can be received?
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program Funds up to $15,250 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program program?
To be eligible for the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program program, you must:
Canadian homeowners
Homes heated with oil
Household income at or below the median household after-tax income
What expenses are eligible under Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program?
Switch from oil heating to an electric heat pump system
Who can I contact for more information about the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at OHPA-CAMT@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program available?
The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program program is available the province of Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Quebec, Saskatchewan.
Is the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program is a Grant and Funding