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Rink de-aerator rebates
Rebates for indoor rink de-aerator installations
Funding available
$ 21,900
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebates of up to $21,900 for installing a rink de-aerator. It supports indoor ice rinks that require regular resurfacing and helps improve energy efficiency and ice quality.
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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
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 21,900 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Installation of a mechanical rink de-aerator in an indoor ice rink hot water resurfacing system
Documents Needed
- Paid invoice
- Supporting documentation
- Completed application form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Commercial customers
- Public sector organizations
Who is not eligible
- Curling rinks
Eligible expenses
- Purchase and installation of a qualifying rink de-aerator
- Purchase and installation of a rink de-aerator with mixing valve
Eligible geographic areas
- FortisBC service area
- BC municipalities served by FortisBC electricity: Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland, and Nelson Hydro
Selection criteria
- Requested grant amount must be less than $500,000 annually.
- Applications are evaluated on co-funding secured or expected.
- Applications are evaluated on estimated emissions reductions in British Columbia.
- Applications are evaluated on estimated cost benefits for customers.
- Applications are evaluated on the relevant experience of the project team.
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the project proposal form
- Provide the project title, proponent, contact details and description.
- Include co-funding information and project cost details.
- Explain the expected emissions reduction and customer cost benefits.
- Provide brief bios for key project team members.
- Step 2: Submit for assessment
- Submit the project proposal as the first step in the application process.
- Wait for the FortisBC team to assess the proposal.
- Step 3: Prepare the full proposal if successful
- If the proposal is successful, prepare a more detailed proposal.
- Present the detailed proposal to the FortisBC Clean Growth Innovation Fund steering team.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed after submission
- Supporting documents must be provided with the application or within 180 days of installation
- Commissioning and user training must be completed and signed off before approval is finalized
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rink de-aerator rebates Program
What is the Rink de-aerator rebates?
This program offers rebates of up to $21,900 for installing a rink de-aerator. It supports indoor ice rinks that require regular resurfacing and helps improve energy efficiency and ice quality.
How much funding can be received?
Rink de-aerator rebates Funds up to $21,900 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Rink de-aerator rebates program?
To be eligible for the Rink de-aerator rebates program, you must:
FortisBC gas or electricity customer
Indoor ice rink project
Signed-off commissioning required
What expenses are eligible under Rink de-aerator rebates?
Installation of a mechanical rink de-aerator in an indoor ice rink hot water resurfacing system
Who can I contact for more information about the Rink de-aerator rebates?
You can contact FortisBC by email at businessrebates@fortisbc.com or by phone at 1-888-224-2710.
Where is the Rink de-aerator rebates available?
The Rink de-aerator rebates program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Rink de-aerator rebates a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rink de-aerator rebates is a Grant and Funding