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Ontario Electricity Rates 2026: TOU, Tiered & ULO Explained

Ontario Electricity Rates in 2026: TOU, Tiered & ULO Explained Last updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by Xolar Ontario electricity rates have climbed steadily for years, and the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) resets the regulated price every November 1. Below are the current electricity rates in Ontario, the peak hours that apply to each plan, how ...

Cost of Solar Panels in Alberta (2026): Prices, Rebates & Savings | Xolar

Complete 2026 guide to the cost of solar panels in Alberta. Prices by system size, CEIP financing, municipal rebates, micro-generation, payback periods, and Alberta-specific savings.

Xolar Announces Partnership With Newroots Construction & Landscaping Ltd

PRESS RELEASE December 16, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Newroots Construction & Landscaping to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services in the Province of Saskatchewan. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Newroots Construction & Landscaping, a Saskatchewan based provider specializing in designing and building geodesic domes and custom outdoor ...

Xolar Announces Partnership With MAG Electric Corp.

PRESS RELEASE December 5, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With MAG Electric Corp. to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services in the Province of British Columbia. Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with MAG Electric Corp, a Kamloops-based electrical contractor serving the surrounding communities of the Thompson–Nicola region. MAG Electric ...

Going Solar In Calgary With Enmax

ENMAX Micro-Generation: Going Solar in Calgary Calgary is one of the sunniest major cities in Canada, with over 330 days of sunshine per year. It’s the perfect environment for homeowners to take control of their energy. With Alberta’s deregulated electricity market and the ENMAX Micro-Generation program, solar has never been more accessible, or more rewarding. ...

Alberta Homeowners Choose Xolar Inc

Alberta Homeowners Choose Xolar Inc Alberta receives more sunshine than any other province in Canada, making it a prime location for solar investment. Homeowners in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and surrounding areas are already leveraging solar to cut energy bills and secure energy independence. But a successful solar install depends heavily on the installer. ...

Tesla Powerwall 3: Powering Canadian Homes Through Every Season

Tesla Powerwall 3: Powering Canadian Homes Through Every Season The Tesla Powerwall 3 is the most advanced home solar battery on the market, and Canadian homeowners are asking one big question: Can it handle our climate? The short answer is yes. The Tesla Powerwall 3 is engineered with temperature resilience, weatherproof design, and intelligent backup ...

Tesla Powerwall 3: Reliable Power for Canadian Winters

Tesla Powerwall 3: Reliable Power for Canadian Winters The Tesla Powerwall 3 is more than just a solar battery, it’s a home energy solution that combines high performance, smart software, and future-ready design. For Canadian homeowners investing in solar, the Powerwall 3 delivers unmatched power, backup protection, ease of use, all controlled through the main ...

Tesla Powerwall 3 Storm Watch for Canadian Homes

Tesla Powerwall 3 Feature Highlight: Storm Watch Unpredictable weather is a fact of life in Canada, from winter ice storms to summer thunderstorms. For homeowners, these events can mean unexpected power outages that disrupt daily life. That’s where the Tesla Powerwall 3 Storm Watch feature comes in. Storm Watch is one of Tesla’s most innovative ...

Canada Greener Homes Loan: Funding Could End This Fall — Why You Should Apply Now

Canada Greener Homes Loan: Funding Could End This Fall, Why You Should Apply Now Program Update (February 2026): The Canada Greener Homes Loan program is now closed as of October 1, 2025. The replacement, the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), is rolling out through provincial partners for low-to-median-income households. Learn more at https://natural-resources.canada.ca/energy-efficiency/home-energy-efficiency/canada-greener-homes-initiative/canada-greener-homes-affordability-program. For ...

Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Guitard Electric

PRESS RELEASE August 24th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Guitard Electric of Dalhousie, New Brunswick to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Guitard Electric servicing the Dalhousie and Darlington region in New Brunswick. Providing expert electrical and solar services across the Dalhousie ...

Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With The Electrical Works Ltd

PRESS RELEASE August 9th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With The Electrical Works Ltd of Toronto, Ontario to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with The Electrical Works Ltd servicing the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario. Providing expert electrical, fire and safety services across ...

Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Northbound Electric

PRESS RELEASE May 9th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Northbound Electric of Barrie and Simcoe County to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Northbound Electric, servicing Innisfil, Simcoe County, Barrie, and the Muskoka areas of Ontario. Leading electrical company Northbound Electric ...

1,000,000 Homes Without Power — Home Battery Price Relief Program

1,000,000 Homes Without Power, Home Battery Price Relief Program 1,000,000 homes in Ontario have been left without electricity as power lines were brought down by freezing rain and ice over this past weekend. As of the writing of this post, over 200,000 homes have still not had their power restored. (Source) This wasn't done by ...

Tesla Powerwall Dropped from BC Hydro Rebate | Xolar

Tesla products dropped by BC Hydro’s $5,000 energy storage rebate As of March 12, 2025, Tesla products no longer qualify for BC Hydro’s $5000 energy storage rebate . The reason given is to direct Canadian tax dollars away from American companies as a countermeasure in the tariff war between Canada and the USA. Ontario recently ...

Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Rainbow Roofing & Renovations

PRESS RELEASE Mar 20th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Rainbow Roofing & Renovations, of Ottawa, Ontario to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Rainbow Roofing and Renovations, servicing The Ottawa Valley. Ottawa’s Trusted Roofing and Renovation Company Rainbow Roofing and Renovations ...

Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With HR2 Construction

PRESS RELEASE Feb 28th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With HR2 Construction, of Calgary, Alberta to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services Campbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with HR2 Construction, servicing Calgary and North East Alberta. Alberta’s Trusted Custom Home Builder + Authorized Sunspace Sunroom Dealer HR2 Construction ...

Xolar Announcing Partnership Optima Windows and Doors

PRESS RELEASE Feb 28th, 2025 Xolar Inc. partners with Optima Windows and Doors to offer solar energy solutions in Toronto, helping homeowners save on energy costs and go green. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Optima Windows and Doors – servicing The Greater Toronto Region. Best of HomeStars, Toronto-based ...

Cost of Solar Panels in Ontario (2026): Prices, Rebates & Savings | Xolar

Cost of Solar Panels in Ontario: Complete 2026 Guide by Xolar | Switching to solar energy is becoming more popular in Ontario, thanks to the environmental benefits and long-term savings. At Xolar, we help homeowners understand the costs, the installation process, and the available incentives to make switching to solar simple and affordable. Looking for ...

Xolar Announcing Partnership With BFI Renovations

PRESS RELEASE Feb 28th, 2025 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With BFI Renovations, of Ottawa, Ontario to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Promoting Residential Solar Installation ServicesCampbellford, Ontario – Xolar Inc. is excited to announce a new partnership with BFI Renovations, proudly servicing The Ottawa Valley. Professional Home Renovation Services, Now with Solar Energy Solutions ...

Tesla Powerwall 3: Save $2500 with Xolar Certified Installation

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in 2024 and the Canada Greener Homes Loan closed to new applications on October 1, 2025. Neither is available for new projects, so any Greener Homes figures below are historical. For current incentives, see our solar rebates guide. The Powerwall 3 ...

Ontario Unveils $10.9B in Energy Efficiency Rebates

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in 2024 and the Canada Greener Homes Loan closed to new applications on October 1, 2025. Neither is available for new projects, so any Greener Homes figures below are historical. For current incentives, see our solar rebates guide. Ontario Announces Massive ...

Xolar Announces Partnership with NeedARoof.ca

PRESS RELEASE December 6th, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership with Need A Roof.ca Roofing Services to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Hamilton and Surrounding Areas Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Need A Roof.ca Roofing Services, an established roofing company since 2013 located in Toronto, ON. Through this partnership, Need ...

Xolar Announces Partnership with Aquila Roofing and Construction Inc.

PRESS RELEASE November 27th, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership with Aquila Roofing and Construction Inc. Roofing Services to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Ottawa and surrounding Areas. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Aquila Roofing and Construction Inc, an established roofing company since 2017. Through this partnership, Aquila Roofing and ...

Xolar Announces New Partnership With GoWrench Auto

PRESS RELEASE November 25th, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announces New Partnership With GoWrench Auto of Toronto, Ontario to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce our new partnership with GoWrench Auto, servicing The Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton – Niagara Region, Ottawa Valley, London/Brantford, and many other cities in the near ...

NB Power Increases Rates by 9.8% for 2025. A 23% Increase

The Legal Battle Over New Brunswick Energy Prices If you’ve kept up with our blogs, you’re well aware of the battle taking place over energy rates in New Brunswick. We wrote a blog about how the Auditor General said NB Power may not be able to sustain operations if their fiscal struggles continue in early ...

Xolar Announcing New Partnership With 24/7 Electric™

How Do I Pick Which Equipment to Use for My Solar System?

Navigating the Solar Market Picking the right equipment for your solar system is key to getting the best efficiency, durability, and long-term savings. With everything from panels to inverters and batteries to think about, choosing the best options can feel like a lot. To help, we’ve broken down the essential components and the main factors ...

What is Energy Arbitrage? Optimizing Your Solar Energy Usage

What is Energy Arbitrage? If you’re looking into solar energy or strategies to lower your electricity bill, you may have come across something referred to as “energy arbitrage.” Energy arbitrage allows you to take advantage of fluctuating electricity prices, especially in areas with time-of-use (TOU) rates. If you are on a time-of-use (TOU) billing system ...

What is an Electric Panel? Your Home’s Electrical System

What is an Electric Panel? The electric panel, also known as the breaker box or distribution board, is the backbone of your home’s electrical system. It’s what manages all the electricity coming in from the grid or solar panels, making sure each circuit gets the power it needs and keeping everything safe from overloads. The ...

What is a Battery Backup? Energy Security with Solar Power

What is a Solar Battery Backup? A battery backup is a system that stores excess electricity produced by your solar panels, allowing you to use that stored energy during times when solar production is low or the grid is down. Battery backups are rechargeable, and they ensure that you have power available when you need ...

What is Trenching? Is Trenching Required for Solar?

What is Trenching? Trenching refers to the process of digging narrow, long ditches or trenches in the ground to install electrical wiring or conduit. In the context of solar energy installations, trenching is used to run underground cables that connect your solar panels to your home’s electrical system or the utility grid. When Do You ...

What is a Snow Guard? Keeping Your Solar Panels and Roof Safe

What is a Snow Guard? A snow guard is a protective device installed on a roof to help control the release of accumulated snow. Snow guards prevent large, heavy sheets of snow and ice from sliding off all at once, instead allowing it to melt and fall off gradually. They’re particularly helpful in snowy climates ...

How Do I Pick the Right Solar Installer?

Choosing the right solar installer Choosing the right solar installer is a more important than many people may realize. High- quality panels and equipment are indeed essential, but it’s the expertise and reliability of your installer that will shape your system’s performance, lifespan, and even the validity of warranties, for the next 30-40 years. A ...

Xolar Announcing New Partnership With Apple HVAC

PRESS RELEASE November 5th, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Apple HVAC of Ottawa, Ontario to Promote Residential Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Apple HVAC servicing Ottawa, Ontario and the entire Ottawa Valley. 5-Star Heating and Cooling company, Apple HVAC, will now be adding ...

Xolar Announcing New Partnership With EasY HVAC Services Inc

PRESS RELEASE October 22st, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With EasY HVAC Services Inc of Petawawa, Ontario to Promote Residential and Commercial Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership with EasY HVAC Services Inc, servicing Pembroke, Petawawa, Deep River and Renfrew areas within Ontario. EasY HVAC Services ...

Xolar Announcing New Partnership With Homeland Electric Inc

PRESS RELEASE October 21st, 2024 Xolar Inc. Announcing New Partnership With Homeland Electric Inc of Alberton, PEI to Promote Residential and Commercial Solar Installation Services. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc. is pleased to announce a new partnership withHomeland Electric Inc servicing the entire western half of Prince Edward Island. Homeland Electric Inc of PEI will now ...

Electricity Demand in Ontario Set to Grow by 75% by 2050

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in 2024 and the Canada Greener Homes Loan closed to new applications on October 1, 2025. Neither is available for new projects, so any Greener Homes figures below are historical. For current incentives, see our solar rebates guide. Electricity Demand in ...

How an Energy Monitor Helps Supercharge Your Solar Home

Program update (June 2026): BC Hydro's rebates changed on April 1, 2026. Solar is up to $5,000; the battery rebate is up to $1,500 when paired with solar, or up to $5,000 if enrolled in the Peak Saver program (battery-only systems are no longer eligible). See our solar rebates guide for current details. How an ...

What is a Bi-Directional Meter?

What is a Bi-Directional Meter? How It Works with Home Solar Systems What is a Bi-Directional Meter? A bi-directional meter is a type of electricity meter that measures energy flowing in two directions. Unlike a standard meter that only tracks how much electricity your home consumes; a bi-directional meter also tracks the excess electricity your ...

What is a Heat Pump? A Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling

What Is a Heat Pump? A Canadian Homeowner's Guide (2026) Last updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by Xolar A heat pump is one device that both heats and cools your home — and because it moves heat instead of burning fuel to create it, it can deliver up to three times more energy than it ...

What is a Solar Optimizer?

What is a Solar Optimizer? How we Supercharge your Solar Production What is a Solar Optimizer? If you're researching home solar panel systems, you might have heard about optimizers as a way to improve performance. But what exactly is an optimizer, and how does it benefit your solar installation? An optimizer, or a solar power ...

How Does Solar Increase Home Value?

How Does Solar Increase Home Value? The Benefits of Solar Power for Property Owners How Much Can Solar Increase Your Home's Value? Installing solar panels is more than just a smart move for lowering your energy bills and reducing your environmental footprint, it can also increase the value of your home. Numerous studies and real ...

How Much Money Does Solar Actually Save?

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant closed to new applicants in 2024 and the Canada Greener Homes Loan closed to new applications on October 1, 2025. Neither is available for new projects, so any Greener Homes figures below are historical. For current incentives, see our solar rebates guide. How Much Money ...

Eliminate your power bill, Up to $10,000 with BC Solar Rebate

Program update (June 2026): BC Hydro's rebates changed on April 1, 2026. Solar is up to $5,000; the battery rebate is up to $1,500 when paired with solar, or up to $5,000 if enrolled in the Peak Saver program (battery-only systems are no longer eligible). See our solar rebates guide for current details. Eliminate your ...

What is a Kilowatt Hour? Understanding the Basics of Energy Usage

Defining a Kilowatt Hour If you look at your electricity bill, you will notice the term “kilowatt hour” or “kWh” listed as a measure of your energy usage. Understanding exactly how much 1 kWh is can help you manage your energy usage better and also gain an understanding of how to leverage a home solar ...

Xolar Announces Partnership With Metal Roof Ottawa Inc.

Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Metal Roof Ottawa Inc. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Ottawa, ON. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Metal Roof Ottawa Inc., an established metal roofing company located in Ottawa, ON. Through this partnership, Metal Roof Ottawa inc.. will join us as the newest addition ...

Xolar Announces Partnership With CA Roofing Inc.

Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With CA Roofing Inc. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Markham, ON. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with CA Roofing Inc., an established roofing company since 2006 located in Markham, ON. Through this partnership, CA Roofing Inc. will join us as the newest addition to our ...

Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Tytans Roofing Ltd

Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Tytans Roofing Ltd. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in Fredericton, NB. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Tytans Roofing Ltd., an established roofing company servicing Fredericton, NB. Through this partnership, Tytans Roofing Ltd. will join us as the newest addition to our dealer network, as ...

The Canada Greener Homes Loan

Program Update (February 2026): The Canada Greener Homes Loan program is now closed as of October 1, 2025. The replacement, the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), is rolling out through provincial partners for low-to-median-income households. Learn more at https://natural-resources.canada.ca/energy-efficiency/home-energy-efficiency/canada-greener-homes-initiative/canada-greener-homes-affordability-program. For current solar financing options and provincial rebates, contact Xolar for a free consultation. In ...

Roof or Ground Mounting Which Is Better for Home Solar?

Is Roof or Ground Mounting Better for Home Solar? Aside from the panels and inverter you choose for your solar project, the next most important factor is where and how you are mounting your system. Your two options would be either to mount the panels on your roof, or to ground mount the panels. Both ...

What does it mean to have a Net-Zero home?

Understanding Net-Zero Net-zero in the scope of our combined human carbon footprint refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gas emissions produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere. The Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act, which became law in June 2021, set a goal for Canada’s carbon footprint to be Net-Zero by 2050. ...

How many solar panels do I need?

One of the first questions that need to be answered if you are going solar is exactly how many panels you need to buy. The answer isn't one-size-fits-all because the number of solar panels required depends on several factors unique to your home and lifestyle. Too few panels would mean you aren’t covering enough of ...

What is a Solar Panel? Understanding the Basics of Solar Technology

A solar panel is more than just a piece of technology, it's a gateway to clean, renewable energy. Solar panels also offer a gateway to more financial freedom. In the same way you buy a home to get ownership of your living space rather than paying another landowner, solar panels are how you get ownership ...

String vs Micro Inverters: Which is better for your home?

What is a solar inverter? When it comes to installing solar for your home, it's important to select a provider that uses high quality panels, but the next most important component in your system is your solar inverter. There are two types of solar inverters: the string inverter and the micro- inverter. But what exactly ...

How Net Metering Benefits your Home Solar Setup

The Basics of Net Metering Your electricity generation from solar isn't consistent throughout the year. During the summer you’ll produce much more energy than you need, and during nights and some winter days you may need to pull electricity from the grid. Net metering is a billing agreement with your power company that ultimately ensures ...

Saskatoon’s Home Energy Loan Program (HELP)

How a low interest loan for solar can also net you up to $16,000 in government rebates The Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) was developed to help Saskatoon homeowners install clean energy retrofits such as home solar power and heat pumps. The HELP lending program offers low-interest loans ranging from $1,000 to $60,000. The purpose ...

Xolar Announces Partnership With Canadian Property Stars Inc

July 16, 2024Xolar Inc.877-965-2722info@xolar.ca Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Canadian Property Stars Inc. to Promote Residential Solar Installations in the Province of Ontario Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc., a nationwide provider of solar energy installation services, is pleased to announce our partnership with Canadian Property Stars, a nationwide provider of residential and commercial property maintenance services. ...

Xolar Announces Partnership With Harry’s Home Comfort

July 19, 2024 Xolar Inc. 877-965-2722 info@xolar.ca Xolar Inc. Announces Partnership With Harry’s Home Comfort to Promote Residential Solar Installations in the Greater Ottawa Region. Campbellford, Ontario, Xolar Inc is pleased to announce our partnership with Harry’s Home Comfort, a premium provider of residential HVAC services for customers in the Greater Ottawa Region. Through this ...

Learn how a downsized solar installation can cover 100% of your energy bill

3 ways even a downsized solar installation can cover 100% of your energy bill in a Time-of-Use electricity billing plan Time-of-Use Billing Plans The type of energy payment plans available to you can vary depending on your province. Time-of-Use (TOU) pricing is a plan type that incentivizes consumers to adjust their electricity usage to off-peak ...

6 Ways Solar Energy and Heat Pumps Can Supercharge Your Home

The Solar Panel + Heat Pump Power Duo Discover the Power Duo: 6 Ways Solar Energy and Heat Pumps Can Supercharge Your Home's Energy Efficiency! Combining solar energy with heat pumps is a great way to achieve net-zero energyperformance and reduce overall energy costs. By integrating these technologies, you can notonly achieve significant cost savings ...

New Power Rates For New Brunswickers

Navigating NB Power's Rate Increase Saga and the Solar Alternative

SolarEdge Backup Interface

Why Reliable Electricity Matters Grid failures can leave homes without electricity when they need it the most. Traditionalsolar installations shut down during blackouts to prevent back feeding the grid, renderingsolar panels alone ineffective in providing backup power. While solar panels lowerelectricity bills by harnessing renewable energy, homeowners may still be left vulnerableand reliant on grid ...

New Brunswick Home Energy Savings

New Brunswick Launches New Home Energy Savings Program As the Greener Homes Grant rebate phase concludes, New Brunswick is strengthening its sustainability commitment by launching a retrofit program for upcoming residential construction projects. The rebate incentive is a three-tiered program. The lowest tier provides $1000 in rebate money, the middle tier moves up to $9000, ...

NB Commercial Energy Efficiency Program

NB Launches the Commercial Buildings Retrofit Program and the New Construction Commercial and Industrial Energy Efficiency Program As the Greener Homes Grant rebate phase concludes, New Brunswick is strengthening its sustainability commitment with an enhanced retrofit program for existing commercial buildings. Furthermore, the province is launching a unique rebate initiative for upcoming commercial and industrial ...

NB Power Losing Money, Demands Rate Increase

NB Power Faces Fiscal Storm: Auditor General says NB Power May Not Be Able to Sustain Operations There is a continuing rhetoric around the state of NB Power’s financials that foreshadows a coming rate hike for homeowners on their energy bills. You may have read our article in September outlining how uncertain the energy market ...

Greener Homes Grant Ending

The End of Canada's Greener Home Grant in 2024 The Canada Greener Home Grant program is officially slated to end March 2024. Program Update (February 2026): The Canada Greener Homes Loan program is now closed as of October 1, 2025. The replacement, the Canada Greener Homes Affordability Program (CGHAP), is rolling out through provincial partners ...

Ontario’s $10,600 Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) Program

Program update (June 2026): Both programs described below have since closed. Enbridge's Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) stopped accepting new applicants in February 2024, and the federal Canada Greener Homes Grant (2024) and Greener Homes Loan (October 1, 2025) are also closed. Ontario's current program is the Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP). See our solar ...

Legal Battle Over Energy Prices In New Brunswick

The Battle over New Brunswick’s Energy Prices If you’ve read our article on the New Brunswick Total Home Energy Savings Program then you’ll know I touched on how uncertain the energy market is for the NB Power monopoly. Now we’re waiting to see what the energy prices will be set at for 2024. In 2022, ...

Guelph Homeowners Can Receive $25,600 for Green Renovations

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant (closed 2024) and Greener Homes Loan (closed October 1, 2025) are no longer available, so the grant figures below are historical. Guelph's local program is primarily 0% interest property-tax financing (a loan repaid through your tax bill), not grant money. See our solar rebates guide ...

New Brunswick Total Home Energy Savings Program

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant (closed 2024) and Greener Homes Loan (closed October 1, 2025) are no longer available. NB Power's Total Home Energy Savings Program closed its solar rebate stream to new applicants on May 27, 2026. Figures below are historical; see our solar rebates guide for what's available ...

Canada Greener Homes Grant

Canada Greener Homes Grant & Loan (2026): What Closed and What Replaced It Last updated: July 2026 · Reviewed by Xolar Quick answer: The Canada Greener Homes Grant (up to $5,000) closed to new applicants in February 2024, and the Canada Greener Homes Loan (interest-free, up to $40,000) closed on October 1, 2025. Neither is ...

Durham Region’s Greener Homes Grant

Program update (June 2026): Durham Region's deep-retrofit rebate is fully subscribed and no longer accepting new applicants. The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant (2024) and Greener Homes Loan (October 1, 2025) are also closed. See our solar rebates guide for current incentives. Up to $20,000 in combined grants for installing home efficiency upgrades, like solar, ...

OEB Bulletin: Billing Choice for Ontario Solar Owners

Program update (June 2026): The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant (closed 2024) and Greener Homes Loan (closed October 1, 2025) are no longer available, so the grant figures below are historical. Guelph's local program is primarily 0% interest property-tax financing (a loan repaid through your tax bill), not grant money. See our solar rebates guide ...