Grants for Heating & Oil Removal in 2026
Find out about the subsidies available for heating systems.
Find out about available subsidies for heating systems.
You could receive financial assistance of up to $5,000 for your future heating system!
Provincial grant from Chauffez Vert
Provincial subsidy from Hydro-Québec
To understand
The Rénoclimat government program
Rénoclimat is the Quebec entity responsible for administering the grants offered by Greener Homes.
When applying for a grant, your application is first accepted by Rénoclimat and then submitted to Greener Homes.
What is the objective of the Rénoclimat grant?
The Rénoclimat grant aims to promote improved energy performance in Quebec homes by providing financial assistance to homeowners who wish to carry out energy-efficient renovations. This grant aims to encourage the use of renewable energy sources, such as wall-mounted heat pumps, which offer high energy efficiency thanks to their coefficient of performance.
The Rénoclimat program is designed for all types of homes, whether single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, or rental properties. By participating in this program, homeowners can benefit from an energy assessment of their home.
These renovations can help reduce the home’s energy consumption, allowing homeowners to achieve significant energy savings and reduce their carbon footprint.
In Quebec, the Rénoclimat program is responsible for inspecting your home to assess its energy costs and provide recommendations for improving its energy efficiency. This step aims to make your home more environmentally friendly and reduce your carbon footprint.
How to obtain the Rénoclimat grant?
- See the participant guide for eligibility criteria.
- Complete the appointment request.
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A Rénoclimat assessment advisor will come to your home to carry out an energy assessment before any work is carried out on your home.
- Following your visit, you will receive an evaluation report of your home.
- Contact a Duraclim expert at 1 855-205-2180 who will advise you on the heat pump that will meet your specific needs and that is eligible for the Rénoclimat grant.
- Once your work is completed, fill out the appointment request form again for the second post-work inspection.
We have the expertise required to guide and advise you in choosing the heat pump best suited to your needs.
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Provincial grant from Chauffez Vert
If you’re thinking of replacing your oil-fired heating system with a more environmentally friendly one, consider the provincial Chauffez Vert.
What is the purpose of the Chauffez vert grant?
The objective of the Quebec provincial government’s Chauffez Vert subsidy is to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by encouraging homeowners to replace their oil-fired heating system with a more environmentally-friendly system using renewable energy sources. As part of its active participation in Quebec’s energy transition, the program aims to reduce oil consumption and encourage the use of cleaner, more sustainable energy sources.
What’s more, installing more efficient, environmentally-friendly heating systems can reduce heating costs over the long term, which can benefit homeowners in terms of energy savings.
How to obtain the Chauffez Vert grant?
- See the participant’s guide pfor eligibility criteria.
- Plan your heating replacement by contacting a Duraclim expert at 1 855-205-2180.
- Check that you have all the documents you need to apply for a grant, and fill in the application form.
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Once your file has been completed, you’ll receive confirmation by e-mail, followed by the mailing of your financial assistance within 4 to 6 weeks.
We have the expertise to guide and advise you in replacing your heating system.
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Provincial subsidy from Hydro-Québec
Hydro-Québec’s Efficient Heat Pump subsidy program is an initiative for homeowners looking to reduce their energy consumption and make their homes more sustainable. The program is administered and fully funded by Hydro-Québec at the provincial level, enabling homeowners to benefit from financial assistance for the installation of an efficient heating system.
What is the purpose of the Efficient Heat Pump grant?
As part of its active participation in Quebec’s energy transition, Hydro-Québec is seeking to encourage Quebec homeowners to undertake energy efficiency projects by offering the Efficient Heat Pumps grant for the installation of a heating system. This demonstrates the province’s commitment to more sustainable and responsible energy use.
By opting for an efficient heat pump, homeowners can not only reduce their energy consumption, but also contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, which is a key element in achieving the environmental objectives set by the provincial and federal governments.
How to get the efficient Heat Pump Grant?
- See the participant’s guide for eligibility criteria.
- Contact a Duraclim expert at 1 855-205-2180 who can advise you on the heating system that meets your specific needs and qualifies for the Efficient Heat Pump grant.
- Once your heat pump has been installed, fill out the financial assistance application following the details provided by your Duraclim advisor.
We invite you to contact one of our Duraclim advisors before taking the steps required by the Efficient Heat Pump program.
We have the expertise to guide and advise you in choosing the heating and air conditioning system best suited to your needs.
*Duraclim is not responsible for the amount of any grant awarded and will not be held liable if the customer does not receive a grant for which they have applied.
Oil-fired heating systems VS electric furnaces?
Oil-fired heating systems and electric furnaces differ significantly in terms of cost, efficiency, convenience and environmental impact.
Why get a grant to replace your oil-fired system?
Oil heating and fuel oil heating are two terms that refer to the same type of heating system. This type of heating uses domestic heating oil to produce heat. This type of heating is common in regions with long, harsh winters, as it can provide constant heat.
Did you know? Oil heating accounts for 30% of the carbon footprint of the residential sector in Quebec.
In Quebec, the government has introduced incentives to encourage conversion to electric power, with the aim of reducing the carbon footprint of the residential sector, where oil-fired heating is commonly used.
In addition, since December 2021, it has been forbidden to install oil-burning appliances in new buildings. Also, as of December 31, 2023, it will be forbidden to replace an oil-fired heating system with a fossil-fuel appliance in existing buildings.
Disadvantages of oil fired heating systems?
- No air conditioning;
- Extremely polluting;
- Very expensive to maintain;
- Fire hazard;
- Bad odor;
- No humidity control.
Why choose an electric furnace?
An electric furnace is a type of heating system that uses electricity to produce heat. It works by using a heating element, often an electric wire, which is placed in an insulated compartment called the combustion chamber.
When electricity is supplied to the furnace, the heating element heats up, emitting heat into the combustion chamber. This heat is then distributed throughout the home using a fan or air circulation system.
Temperature control is often managed by a thermostat, which measures the ambient temperature and adjusts the furnace’s heat output accordingly.
Electric furnaces are cleaner and more environmentally friendly than oil heating. Unlike oil-fired heating, the electric furnace produces no direct greenhouse gas emissions during operation, which helps reduce a home’s carbon footprint.
It uses electricity as its sole fuel source to heat and distribute air throughout the home. It converts 100% of its fuel into heat.
What’s more, the electric furnace is often considered safer and more convenient than oil-fired heating, as it doesn’t require on-site fuel storage, eliminating the risk of leaks and fires.
Finally, the cost of electricity can be more stable and predictable than the cost of oil, which is often subject to price fluctuations based on international oil markets.
A quick note: Typically, an electric furnace consumes 15 kw. That’s why it’s preferable to combine it with a central heat pump, which consumes 3.3 kw in heating mode.
Advantages of electrical systems?
- Silent;
- Environmentally-friendly (does not emit particles harmful to the environment);
- Easy to install in new construction (and adapt to existing ventilation ducts);
- Controls and reduces humidity levels in the home;
- Safe (eliminates all risk of carbon monoxide emissions);
- Easy to use, simply adjust the thermostat to the desired temperature and the electric furnace will spread its heat throughout your home;
- More economical than oil or natural gas heating, because it costs less to buy and maintain than the others.
To summarize
Although oil heating is one of the most common options for heating a home, it uses fossil fuels to produce heat, which can be costly and unsustainable in the long term. However, there are alternatives such as electric heating, which uses an electric furnace to produce heat.
The energy consumption associated with oil heating can be high, which can put a strain on the family budget and contribute to an increase in the home’s carbon footprint. However, if you’re looking to build or renovate a sustainable home, there are many home projects that use renewable energy to heat their homes.
It’s important to note that sustainable home projects can be expensive, and subsidy programs, as mentioned above, can help reduce costs. Governments often offer subsidy programs to encourage the use of renewable energy sources and help homeowners reduce their carbon footprint.
Ultimately, the choice of a heating system will depend on individual needs and budgetary constraints. However, it is important to consider sustainable options and renewable energy sources to minimize environmental impact and contribute to the creation of a sustainable home.
The electric furnace is an efficient heating option. In combination with renewable energy sources, it can make a significant contribution to reducing the environmental footprint of homes and buildings, while offering optimal levels of comfort.
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Grants available up to $5,000! Apply online to find out more.
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