Whistler Heat Pump Top-Up
The Resort Municipality of Whistler is offering a $350 top-up to CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program participants that switch from a fossil fuel (oil, natural gas, or propane) heating system to an electric air source heat pump. This municipal offer is in addition to the heat pump rebates currently available through the CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program.
Overview
Rebate amount
$350Who can apply
Residents within the boundaries of the Resort Municipality of Whistler.
Deadline
The application must be submitted within 6 months of the invoice date of the heat pump installation.
Funding provided by
The Resort Municipality of Whistler
Rebate amount
Requirements
You must be a resident of the Resort Municipality of Whistler.
You must fulfill the eligibility requirements of:
Primary fuel before upgrade
Rebate
Fossil Fuel (oil, propane, or natural gas)
Eligibility requirements
In order to qualify for this rebate, all of the following requirements must be met. Please read them carefully. Contact an Energy Coach if you have questions.
Requirements for the home
- You must have a residential utility account with FortisBC, BC Hydro, or a municipal utility.
- You must live in an eligible home.
- You must be a resident of the Resort Municipality of Whistler.
- The home must be a year-round primary residence that is at least 12 months old.
Requirements for installation
All new equipment must be installed:
- You must convert your primary heating system from fossil fuel (oil, natural gas, propane) to an electric air source heat pump.
- You must fulfill the eligibility requirements of:
Deadlines
The application must be submitted within 6 months of the invoice date of the heat pump installation.
How to apply
Before you Begin
- Carefully read the Program Requirements and Additional Terms and Conditions to confirm your eligibility.
- Have an eligible heat pump installed. See the ductless mini-split heat pump rebate, central ducted heat pump rebate, air-to-water heat pump rebate, or combination space and water heat pump rebate pages for eligibility requirements.
- Once your upgrades are installed, complete the online application and upload all supporting documentation including copies of all receipts and invoices. See sample invoices.
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Who to contact
Questions about the rebate?
Contact an Energy Coach to get clarification or help with understanding this rebate.
Questions about your application?
- BC Hydro Customers
- FortisBC Customers
Program updates
Effective July 1, 2022, eligible upgrades qualify for a $350 top-up. Eligible upgrades completed on or before June 30, 2022 qualify for a $2,000 top-up.
As of July 1, 2022, you need to hire a Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member for your heat pump installation to be eligible for heat pump rebates. If your installation invoice is dated before July 1, 2022, this requirement does not apply. It identify contractors in your region, use the Find a contractor tool.
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