Heat Pump Rebates in Kingston: What Ontario Homeowners Actually Qualify For in 2026
If you heat with oil, propane, or an older electric system, government rebate programs can take a significant chunk off the cost of upgrading to a heat pump. But the rebate landscape has changed a lot in the last year, and a lot of what shows up online is out of date. Here is what is actually available right now in Kingston and Eastern Ontario, and how to figure out where you stand before you commit to anything. We help homeowners sort through this every week at ECM, and the number one mistake we see is people assuming they qualify for a specific amount before checking their eligibility. A few minutes of due diligence upfront saves a lot of frustration later. If you want to get a free, no-pressure quote and have someone walk you through your specific situation, we are happy to do that. If you're still in your researching phase, check out our free quote calculator to get an up-to-date estimate on what your specific rebate could be.
Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program
The main rebate program available to Kingston homeowners right now is Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program, delivered through Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas with support from the provincial government. It is confirmed active through November 2026. For heat pumps, the rebate amount depends on two things: how your home is currently heated, and what type of heat pump you install.
If your home is heated with electricity, oil, propane, or wood, you qualify for the higher rebate tier:
Air-source cold climate heat pump: up to $7,500
Ground-source (geothermal) heat pump: up to $12,000
If your primary heat source is natural gas, the rebates are currently structured at $500 per ton of capacity, up to a maximum of $2,000 for an air-source system. The heat pump you choose must be on Natural Resources Canada's qualified products list, and the installation must be done by a registered contractor. ECM is approved through the program, so we handle the application on your behalf. You do not need to fill out government forms yourself. See what the installation process looks like and explore our heat pump services before you sign anything. One important rule: pre-approval must happen before installation starts. Starting work without approval is the most common reason claims get rejected.
If You Heat with Oil: The Federal OHPA Program
If your home runs on heating oil, there is a separate federal program worth knowing about. The Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program offers up to $10,000 toward switching from oil heating to an eligible heat pump system in Ontario. It is income-tested, meaning your household's after-tax income needs to be at or below the median threshold to qualify. The NRCan eligibility tool at canada.ca/heat-pump-grant will tell you in a few minutes whether you meet the threshold. No home energy assessment is required to access OHPA. If you are eligible, the payment is issued upfront before installation.
A few things worth knowing: OHPA applies only to oil-heated homes. It does not cover propane or natural gas. And like the provincial program, you apply before work begins. If you switch from oil to a heat pump and qualify for both OHPA and the provincial program, those amounts can potentially stack. Reach out to Keith and the team, and we will help you figure out what applies to your home specifically.
What was closed in the Last Year
The Canada Greener Homes Grant and the Canada Greener Homes Loan are both closed to new applicants as of early 2026. If you have been reading older blog posts or getting quotes from contractors who reference those programs, those numbers no longer apply. The Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program is the primary path for most Kingston homeowners right now.
The Short Version
If you heat with electricity, oil, propane, or wood and are thinking about a heat pump, the rebates are meaningful. Up to $7,500 for air-source, up to $12,000 for geothermal, through a program that is active right now. If you are on oil and meet the income threshold, the federal OHPA program can add another layer on top. Rebate amounts, eligibility rules, and program timelines do change. We always recommend verifying current details before signing a contract. See the full picture of what Kingston homeowners qualify for, or reach out directly for a free, no-obligation quote and have Keith and the team review your home's situation.