The $15,000 grant is available through the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program, which is specifically designed to help moderate-income households in Canada transition from oil heating to energy-efficient electric heat pumps.
To qualify for this grant, homeowners must meet the following criteria:
- Heating System: You must currently heat your home using an oil heating system.
- Primary Residence: The property where the heat pump will be installed must be your primary residence.
- Income Thresholds: You must be considered income-eligible based on the program’s specific household income thresholds for moderate-income households.
- Pre-approval: You must obtain a grant approval number from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) before any installation work begins.
- Equipment Selection: You must install a qualifying system, such as a cold-climate-rated heat pump that maintains efficiency in extreme temperatures.
- Certified Contractor: The installation must be performed by a participating certified HVAC contractor.
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