BC Rebate Program Guide
Review official CleanBC, BC Hydro, and FortisBC program information before planning your BC home project. Program administrators make all final eligibility, funding, and rebate-amount decisions.
FortisBC dual-fuel heating rebate update
FortisBC has announced that the residential dual-fuel heating-system rebate returns for installations after October 15, 2026. The announced maximum is up to $4,000 for the residential path and up to $8,000 for the income-qualified path. Terms, funding, equipment, documentation, and final approval remain FortisBC decisions.
Homeowner project requirements
- Replace an existing primary gas furnace that is at least 15 years old.
- Install a qualifying dual-fuel heating system after October 15, 2026.
- Use an AHRI-certified reference that covers the outdoor heat-pump unit, indoor unit, and furnace model.
- Use the maximum regional switchover temperature: 5°C or lower in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, or 2°C or lower in the Southern Interior and Northern B.C.
- Apply directly to FortisBC and meet all current program terms, deadlines, documentation, and funding rules.
Contractor and documentation requirements
- Use a Technical Safety BC–licensed gas contractor that is an HPCN member in good standing and listed for the applicable rebate at installation.
- Confirm the contractor has completed mandatory HPCN dual-fuel rebate training.
- Complete the applicable natural-gas CSA P280-12 heat-load calculation and retain the supporting documentation.
- Complete DSMAlly mobile-app commissioning and submit required photos of the old and new heating systems.
- Keep the accurate invoice, equipment details, material documentation, and commissioning records required by FortisBC.
Income-qualified household screen
FortisBC publishes the following maximum combined household incomes for its income-qualified offers. Proof is required for each household member over 18 when requested. An income qualification code is valid for six months and does not itself guarantee rebate approval.
| Household size | Maximum combined income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $51,100 |
| 2 people | $63,600 |
| 3 people | $78,200 |
| 4 people | $94,900 |
| 5 people | $107,600 |
| 6 people | $121,400 |
| 7 or more people | $135,100 |
FortisBC rebates and offers · Request an income qualification code
Important: This guide does not determine eligibility, calculate a personalized rebate, reserve funding, or guarantee approval. Confirm all final decisions directly with the applicable program administrator.