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Solar Panels in Ontario
Professional solar panel installation across 31 cities in Ontario. Save $2,200/year on average with provincial and federal incentives.
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Why Solar Panels Make Sense in Ontario
Ontario solar panels deliver strong returns thanks to a combination of high electricity rates, excellent sun exposure, and provincial incentives. Southern Ontario receives approximately 1,166 kWh per kW installed annually, ranking 5th among Canadian provinces for solar energy production.
Ontario's Time-of-Use billing works in your favour: solar panels generate most electricity during daytime on-peak hours (15.7¢/kWh), earning you credits at the highest rate tier. Off-peak rates drop to 7.6¢/kWh, meaning the gap between what you'd pay and what you generate is substantial. The Ontario Electricity Rebate adds a 23.5% discount on your bill.
Grid reliability is another factor. Ontario experienced major ice storm outages in 2022 and 2023. Pairing solar panels with battery storage keeps your home powered during outages while saving money every day.
Ontario Solar Incentives & Net Metering (2026)
Ontario's Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) is the primary solar incentive: $1,000/kW up to $5,000 for solar panels, plus $5,000 for battery storage. The maximum total program cap is $12,000 across all eligible upgrades. Important: solar installed under HRSP must be sized for load displacement only. Net metering is NOT permitted under HRSP. Customers must choose between the HRSP rebate or net metering.
Ontario's net metering program credits excess solar energy at the full retail electricity rate. With Time-of-Use billing, on-peak credits are earned at 15.7¢/kWh. Credits carry forward for 12 months, making net metering especially valuable for homeowners who don't take the HRSP solar rebate.
Municipal programs like Durham Greener Homes (up to $10,000 for net-zero targets), Toronto HELP (property-tax financing up to $125,000), and Ottawa Better Homes add further savings. The federal Greener Homes Grant and Loan are both closed.
Xolar's Ontario Service Areas
Xolar installs solar panels across 35 Ontario cities. Here are some of the communities we serve:
- Solar panels Toronto – Ontario's largest city, served by Toronto Hydro
- Solar installation Ottawa – Capital region with Hydro Ottawa rates
- Solar panels Hamilton – Alectra Utilities, strong TOU savings
- Solar installation Mississauga – GTA's fastest-growing solar market
- Solar panels Brampton – High electricity usage, excellent payback
- Solar panels London – London Hydro, 1,100+ kWh/kW annually
- Solar installation Kitchener – Kitchener-Wilmot Hydro territory
- Solar panels Barrie – Growing demand in Simcoe County
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Solar Performance in Ontario
System Effectiveness
Solar panels in Ontario are highly effective, with modern systems achieving excellent performance even in winter months.
Sun Exposure
Four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers – southern Ontario has some of the best solar conditions in Canada
Excellent – 1,166 kWh per 1 kW of solar panels installed on average.
Key Performance Factors
Panel lifespan with minimal degradation
Efficiency retained after 25 years
Typical residential system size
Protect Yourself from Rising Electricity Costs
The more you pay for electricity – the more you benefit by going solar.
Electricity rates across Ontario have risen steadily over the past several years, and further increases are expected.
Locking in your energy costs with solar protects your household from future rate hikes.
By generating your own power, you reduce your dependence on the grid and keep more money in your pocket every month.
Net Metering Program
How Net Metering Works in Ontario
Your solar system will connect to the grid via the Net-Metering program. Excess energy you produce is saved in credits by your power company at the retail electricity rate, balancing out your usage across day and night, as well as summer and winter months.
In Ontario, with Time-of-Use billing, On-Peak hours coincide with peak solar generation times, earning you credits at higher On-Peak rates.
Net Metering in Ontario makes it simple for a home solar installation to cover your bills year-round.
Applicable Rebates & Incentives in Ontario
Maximize your solar investment with federal and provincial incentives. Here's what you can apply for in Ontario:
Ontario Provincial Programs
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Heat Pump
Up to $7,500
Provincial rebate for cold–climate heat pump systems $500/ton up to $2000 if you are an Enbridge Gas customer and heat with natural gas (avg. $1500 r...
Available to all Ontario residents
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Solar
Up to $5,000
Provincial rebate for behind–the–meter home solar energy storage systems Solar panels are eligible for up to $5,000 back, calculated at $1,000/kW, up...
Ontario homeowners To be eligible in the Home Renovation Savings program, battery storage systems must be paired with a new solar PV system and sized...
Durham Greener Homes Loan
Financing available
Low–interest loan program for home energy improvements
Durham Region homeowners only
Toronto HELP Loan
Up to $125,000
Home Energy Loan Program for energy efficiency upgrades Making a home more energy efficient is one of the most substantial actions homeowners can take...
Toronto homeowners only You may qualify for a low–interest loan through HELP if: you own a detached, semi–detached, row house, duplex, triplex or any...
Ottawa Better Homes Loan
Up to $125,000
Municipal Ottawa loan program for home energy improvements This program offers low–interest, 20–year loans of up to $125,000 (or 10 percent of the cur...
Ottawa area homeowners only Eligibility Requirements Participation in the program is voluntary and initiated by the property owner(s). Eligibility req...
Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) – Battery
Up to $5,000
Provincial rebate up to $5,000 for behind–the–meter home battery energy storage systems, which can be combined with the $5,000 solar rebate for a maxi...
Ontario homeowners
Canada Federal Programs
Xolar Winter Sale – Heat Pump
Up to $750
Xolar in–house winter promo, $750 off any heat pump when purchased at the same time as a solar installation.
Xolar Winter Sale – Battery
Up to $2050
Xolar's in house winter sales event for battery. Get $2025 off any battery installation purchase when coupled with a solar installation.
Xolar Winter Sale – Solar
Up to $3000
Xolar In–House Winter Solar Sales Promotion, $300 per kW of solar on residential projects.
Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program
Up to $10,000
Canada offers the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program, providing up to $10,000 upfront for low–to–median–income oil–heated homeowner...
Eligibility criteria Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements throughout the program to be eligible for funding. This includes complying with...
Tesla Powerwall 3 Rebate
Up to $1,400
Receive up to $1,400 Back for Your Powerwall 3 Rebate Details For further information regarding the rebate, review the following details: Rebate amou...
Eligibility To be eligible for this offer, you must meet the following criteria: Order and Registration Order Powerwall 3 or Powerwall 3 Expansion be...
Calculate Your Total Rebates
Find out exactly how much you can save with federal and provincial incentives in Ontario. Most homeowners save between $5,000 - $15,000.
Solar System Packages
All packages include professional installation, permits, and 25-year warranty.
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WHY TRUST XOLAR
Professional Solar Installation in Ontario
We make going solar simple with our proven installation process. From initial consultation to final activation, our certified team handles everything for Ontario homeowners.
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Free Consultation
We assess your home's solar potential, energy needs, and discuss available incentives.
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Custom System Design
Our engineers design a system optimized for your roof and energy consumption.
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Permitting & Paperwork
We handle all Ontario permits, utility applications, and rebate paperwork.
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Professional Installation
Our certified installers complete the job in 1-2 days with minimal disruption.
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Activation & Monitoring
We connect your system to the grid and set up 24/7 performance monitoring.




What Ontario Homeowners Say
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Solar FAQs for Ontario Residents
Get answers to common questions about solar energy in Ontario.
Cities We Serve in Ontario
Professional solar installation available in 31 Ontario communities. Click on your city for local information and savings.
Sault Ste. Marie
Sarnia
Chatham-Kent
Brantford
Burlington
Thunder Bay
Sudbury
Peterborough
Huntsville
Orillia
Niagara Falls
Kingston
St. Catharines
Waterloo
Cambridge
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