As a Burlington resident, you have access to programs and incentives to save money and upgrade your home.
Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) Program |
The Canada Greener Homes Grant is being co-delivered by Natural Resources Canada and Enbridge Gas in Ontario under the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) Program. As of January 4, 2023, Ontario homeowners must apply through the Enbridge Gas Home Energy Rebate Plus program (HER+) to be considered for both the provincial grant program, HER+, and the federal grant initiative, the Canada Greener Homes Grant. The HER+ Program offers up to $10,000 in rebates and grants for eligible home retrofits and up to $600 as a maximum contribution toward the total cost of your pre and post retrofit EnerGuide evaluations. Greener Homes Canada Grant Eligibility:
Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Eligibility
Eligible Rebates Include:
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Canada Greener Homes Loan |
The Canada Greener Homes Loan is an interest-free loan of up to $40,000 with a repayment term of 10 years, open to homeowners who have an active application (at the pre-retrofit stage) with the Canada Greener Homes Grant. Loan details:
Eligibility:
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Enbridge Sustain |
Enbridge Sustain offers custom energy solutions, end-to-end services and financing to help homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient Energy solutions include:
Financing:
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Smart Thermostat Program |
Enbridge Gas customers who live in a detached, semi-detached or row townhomes can get an instant rebate towards a qualifying smart thermostat purchase at specific retailers. Burlington residents could be eligible to receive:
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Peak Perks |
Participants in Peak Perks save with their smart thermostats by participating in brief, time-limited thermostat adjustments during periods of peak electricity demand that can occur on the hottest summer days. You will receive a $75 virtual prepaid MasterCard® when you enroll in the program, and a $20 virtual prepaid MasterCard® for each additional year you stay enrolled. Eligibility requirements:
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Energy Affordability Program |
The Energy Affordability Program offers free energy-efficiency upgrades for income-eligible homeowners and tenants, and eligible social housing providers, as well as an in-home energy assessment to help uncover more ways to save. Depending on eligibility and the existing equipment within your home, Burlington residents could receive:
To qualify, the participant must be:
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Home Winterproofing Program |
The Home Winterproofing Program can help you lower your natural gas bill and make your home more comfortable. If your home and household income levels qualify, you’ll get free insulation, draft proofing and a smart thermostat to reduce energy costs up to 30% Burlington residents could be eligible to receive:
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Low-Income Energy Assistance Program |
If you’re behind on your electricity or natural gas bill or are in arrears and may face having your service disconnected, you may qualify for emergency financial help through the Low-income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP). There are also special customer service rules available for low-income households. You need to meet certain criteria to qualify for these programs, and must go through one of the identified intake agencies in Ontario. Low-income Burlington residents could be eligible to receive:
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Enhanced Basement Flooding Preventions Subsidy Program |
Enhanced Basement Flooding Prevention Subsidy Program makes it easier and more affordable for residents to make improvements that can help reduce the risk flooding. Burlington residents have access to:
Note: in order to quality for the weeping tile disconnection & sump pump installation subsidy, you must use a contractor included on Halton’s list of Approved Contractors. |
Home Flood Protection Program |
The Home Flood Protection Program is a residential flood risk reduction education program that was launched by the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation at the University of Waterloo in 2016. The goals of the Home Flood Protection Program are to help residents take action to reduce their flood risk and reduce damage in the event of a flood. Burlington residents have access to:
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For assistance contact the Better Homes Burlington Coordinator or call 905-335-7777, ext. 7974.