Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Grant
AKA: OHPAProvided by: Government of Canada - Natural Resources Canada - AKA: NRCAN
Service Description
Provides funds to help income eligible households that have income up to $129,000 to switch from home heating oil to electric heat pump.
The Government of PEI has finalized agreements with the Government of Canada to deliver the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program (OHPA) benefits through the Free Net Zero Program. To apply, visit the the Free Net Zero program website for Epekwitk / PEI residents.
The fund is provided up to 5,000 and a one-time payment of $250 from Natural Resources Canada if assessed eligible.
The covered costs include:
- Purchase and installation of an eligible heat pump
- Electrical upgrades that are required for the new heat pump
- Removal of the oil tank
Note: The funds details are different from the other provinces where the program is delivered from the Government of Canada.
Information
Eligibility:
Household has an after-tax income at or below the median * House must be owned primary resident and their home is oil-heated as of January 2023
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Apply via PEI government online portal
Documents Required:
Proof of income statement * GST Credit Notice showing address, family net income, marital status and province of residence * Current Canada Child Benefit Statement from the CRA
Program Email:
Language:
English * French
Coverage Area:
Kanata / Canada
Service Locations & Contact Info
- Office of Energy Efficiency, 18th Floor, 580 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON K1A 0E4
- Coverage Area:Kanata / Canada
- Disabilities Access:Wheelchair accessible
- Mon:10am - 6pm
Tue:10am - 6pm
Wed:10am - 6pm
Thu:10am - 6pm
Fri:10am - 6pm
- AST hours
- General Inquiries
1-343-292-6096
