Renewable energy adoption is booming across Canada, with federal, provincial, and municipal programs making solar power more affordable than ever. Whether you're a homeowner, business, or farmer, there are incentives available to help offset installation costs and maximize savings.
Below is a comprehensive list of solar incentives available across Canada, organized by province and territory.
Ca Federal Solar Incentives (Nationwide)💡
These programs apply to all Canadians, regardless of location:
1. Clean Energy Investment Tax Credit
l 30% refundable tax credit on solar installation costs (valid until 2034).
l Gradual reduction: Drops to 26% (2033) and 22% (2034).
2. Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (CCA)
l Businesses (including farms) can write off 100% of solar system costs in the first year (no half-year rule).
3. Agriculture Clean Technology Program
l Non-repayable grants covering up to 50% of costs (max $2M) for farmers adopting solar.
4. Canada Greener Homes Loan
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l Interest-free loan up to $40,000 (10-year repayment).
l Must complete an energy audit.
5. Smart Renewables & Electrification Pathways Program
l Funding for large-scale renewable energy projects, including solar.
🏠🏠Provincial & Municipal Solar Incentives🏠🏠
Ontario
✅ Home Renovation Savings Program – Up to 10,000∗∗(5,000 solar + 5,000 + matching bonus in Whitby.
✅ Ottawa Large Solar PV Incentive – $860/kW (min 50 kW system).
Manitoba
✅ Solar Rebate Program – 0.50/Watt∗∗(max∗∗5,000 for homes, 25,000∗∗for businesses).✅∗∗Net−Billing∗∗–Sell surplus power at∗∗0.06546/kWh.
Saskatchewan
✅ Sask Power Net Metering – 7.5¢/kWh for excess energy.
Alberta
✅ Banff Solar Rebate – 750/kW∗∗(max∗∗20kW∗∗).✅∗∗Edmonton Solar Incentive∗∗–∗∗0.40/Watt (max 4,000∗∗).✅∗∗Solar Club Loyalty Program∗∗–High−export rate of∗∗30¢/kWh∗∗in sunny months.✅∗∗Medicine Hat Rebate∗∗–∗∗0.20/Watt (max $1,000).
British Columbia
✅ PST Exemption – No provincial sales tax on solar equipment.
✅ Summerland Net Metering – Excess power bought at wholesale rates.
✅ Nanaimo Renewable Rebate – 250–650 for solar PV.
New Brunswick
✅ Total Home Energy Savings Program (THESP) – Comprehensive efficiency upgrades.
✅ Plug-In NB – EV & solar charging rebates.
Nova Scotia
✅ SolarHomes Rebate – 0.30/Watt∗∗(max∗∗3,000).
✅ Home Battery Pilot – Incentives for solar + storage.
✅ NS Power Net Metering – Yearly credits for excess power.
Newfoundland & Labrador
✅ Green Tech Tax Credit – 20% tax credit for businesses.
Prince Edward Island (PEI)
✅ Solar Electric Rebate – 1,000/kW∗∗(max∗∗10,000 for homes, $35,000 for farms).
Québec
✅ Hydro-Québec Net Metering – Credits for surplus energy.
Northwest Territories
✅ Renewable Energy Rebates – Up to 20,000∗∗(residents),∗∗50,000 (businesses).
Nunavut
✅ Renewable Energy Grants – 5,000∗∗(cabins),∗∗30,000 (homes).
Yukon
✅ Good Energy Rebate – 800/kW∗∗(max∗∗5,000).
�� Key Takeaways
✔ Federal programs offer the biggest savings (30% tax credit + interest-free loans).
✔ Ontario, Manitoba, and PEI have the most generous residential rebates.
✔ Alberta & BC have strong net metering & municipal incentives.
✔ Remote regions (NWT, Nunavut, Yukon) have high-value grants for off-grid solar.
Next Steps:
Check your province’s energy website for updates.
Apply for Canada Greener Homes Grant/Loan first.
Contact local solar installers for personalized advice.
Ready to Go Solar?
With these incentives, switching to solar is more affordable than ever. Which program will you use? Let us know in the comments!
(Last updated: April, 2025)
