If you live in Quebec, you have access to some of the most generous energy efficiency rebate programs in all of North America. Between Hydro-Quebec, the federal Canada Greener Homes program, and municipal incentives, homeowners and even renters can recover thousands of dollars when they upgrade to energy-efficient equipment. This guide covers every major rebate available in 2025, eligibility requirements, and step-by-step instructions for claiming your money.
Why Quebec Has the Best Energy Rebates in Canada
Quebec generates over 99% of its electricity from hydropower, giving it some of the lowest electricity rates in North America at roughly $0.073/kWh. The provincial government actively incentivizes electrification of heating systems to reduce reliance on fossil fuels like natural gas and heating oil. This policy environment means Quebec consistently offers the highest-value rebates for heat pumps, smart thermostats, insulation upgrades, and energy management systems.
Hydro-Quebec Residential Rebate Programs
Heat Pump Rebates: Up to $5,000
Hydro-Quebec offers significant rebates for switching from fossil fuel heating to electric heat pumps. The amounts depend on your current heating system and the type of heat pump you install:
- Air-source heat pump (replacing oil furnace): Up to $5,000 rebate
- Air-source heat pump (replacing gas furnace): Up to $3,500 rebate
- Ground-source (geothermal) heat pump: Up to $4,500 rebate
- Cold-climate heat pump (rated to -25C): Additional $500 bonus
To qualify, you must use a contractor from the Reno-Climat program and have an existing heating system that burns fossil fuels. New construction does not qualify for the replacement rebate but may qualify for other incentives.
Smart Thermostat Credit: $100
Hydro-Quebec offers a $100 credit on your electricity bill when you install a qualifying smart thermostat. ENERGY STAR certified models from Ecobee, Nest, and Honeywell Home all qualify. This is a simple, no-paperwork rebate -- you register the thermostat on the Hydro-Quebec website and the credit appears on your next bill. Combined with a smart energy management system like EconordAI, a smart thermostat can reduce your heating costs by 20-30%.
Insulation and Air Sealing: Up to $1,600
Improving your home insulation is one of the most cost-effective energy upgrades you can make. Hydro-Quebec rebates cover:
- Attic insulation: $0.30 to $1.50 per square foot
- Basement wall insulation: $0.50 to $1.00 per square foot
- Air sealing: Up to $400 flat rebate after a blower door test
- Windows and doors (ENERGY STAR): $40-$80 per unit
Canada Greener Homes Grant (Federal)
The federal Greener Homes Grant is available to all Canadian homeowners and can be stacked on top of Quebec provincial rebates. As of 2025, the program offers:
- Up to $5,000 in total grants for eligible retrofits
- $600 for pre- and post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluations
- Interest-free loans up to $40,000 for deep retrofits
The key requirement is getting an EnerGuide home energy assessment before and after your upgrades. The evaluator will identify the most impactful improvements for your specific home, and your grant amount is based on the measured energy improvement.
Municipal Rebates Worth Checking
Several Quebec municipalities offer additional incentives on top of provincial and federal programs:
- Montreal: Up to $1,000 for converting from heating oil to electricity
- Quebec City: Water heater replacement rebate of $300
- Laval: $150 rebate for smart thermostats (stacks with Hydro-Quebec)
- Gatineau: Free home energy audits for qualifying households
How to Stack Rebates for Maximum Savings
The most powerful strategy is combining federal, provincial, and municipal rebates for a single project. For example, a Montreal homeowner replacing an oil furnace with a cold-climate heat pump could receive:
- Hydro-Quebec heat pump rebate: $5,000
- Cold-climate bonus: $500
- Canada Greener Homes Grant: up to $5,000
- Montreal oil conversion incentive: $1,000
- Smart thermostat credit: $100
Total potential rebates: up to $11,600. That can cover 50-70% of the total project cost, bringing a $16,000-$20,000 heat pump installation down to under $10,000 out of pocket.
Step-by-Step: How to Claim Your Rebates
- Book an EnerGuide evaluation through the Greener Homes portal before starting any work
- Register with Reno-Climat on the Hydro-Quebec website
- Get quotes from at least three certified contractors
- Complete the work and keep all receipts and contractor invoices
- Book a post-retrofit evaluation to measure actual energy improvements
- Submit rebate applications to each program (federal, provincial, municipal)
- Install EconordAI to monitor your actual savings and optimize your new equipment
How EconordAI Maximizes Your Post-Rebate Savings
After you have claimed your rebates and installed your new equipment, EconordAI helps you get the absolute maximum performance from your investment. Our AI-powered energy management system monitors your heat pump efficiency in real time, automatically adjusts settings based on Quebec weather forecasts and Hydro-Quebec rate schedules, and provides monthly reports showing exactly how much you are saving compared to your old system.
Households using EconordAI after a heat pump upgrade report an additional 15-25% savings on top of the equipment efficiency gains. That means faster payback on your investment and lower bills for years to come.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Starting work before the EnerGuide evaluation: This disqualifies you from the federal grant
- Using a non-certified contractor: Reno-Climat certification is required for Hydro-Quebec rebates
- Missing the application deadline: Most rebates must be claimed within 6 months of project completion
- Not checking municipal programs: Many homeowners miss hundreds in local incentives
- Oversizing equipment: An oversized heat pump costs more and may not qualify for the full rebate
Ready to calculate your total available rebates? Use our Savings Calculator to see your estimated annual savings and payback period, or contact our team for personalized rebate guidance.