Heat pump rebates in Halifax

Last checked 2026-11-01

Short answer: Halifax homeowners can get the federal National Heat Pump Rebate: $2,000, or up to $10,000 if after-tax household income is at or below the Nova Scotia threshold ($38,831 for one person, $125,843 for a family of four). Nova Scotia also has provincial offers, and there's a local programme to check.

What's different about Halifax

Many Halifax-area homes still heat with oil, the fuel where heat pumps usually save the most.

Maritime winters are milder than inland but damp and windy. Heat pumps are already common in Nova Scotia, especially replacing oil.

Your utilities

Electricity: Nova Scotia Power.
Natural gas: Eastward Energy (limited areas).

Service areas don't follow city limits exactly, so check the name on your bill. Utility rebates usually depend on who supplies you.

Federal rebate: Nova Scotia income thresholds

Household size	After-tax income at or below (for up to $10,000)
1	$38,831
2	$80,300
3	$103,071
4	$125,843
5 or more	$131,835

2025 dollars. Source: Canada.ca, 1 Nov 2026. Check your household.

Nova Scotia programmes

Efficiency NS Moderate Income Rebate: Up to $5,000 (reported). Official page
Efficiency NS Home Energy Assessment programme: Up to $5,000 (reported; can combine with the above). Official page
HomeWarming (low income): Free upgrades for eligible households. Official page

Full Nova Scotia guide

Halifax programmes

HalifACT home energy financing (reported, not yet confirmed by us): Reported as a 4.75% loan for eligible oil-heated homes built before 2000, not a rebate. Source

Steps for Halifax homeowners

Get 2–3 quotes from HVAC contractors. Ask for the model's AHRI number and confirm it's on the eligible list.
Check provincial and local rules before signing. Some need pre-approval or a programme-registered contractor.
Install on or after 1 Nov 2026, keep the five receipt details, and apply when the portal opens in early 2027.

FAQ

What income qualifies for the $10,000 heat pump rebate in Halifax?

Halifax uses the Nova Scotia thresholds: after-tax household income at or below $38,831 for 1 person, $80,300 for 2, $103,071 for 3, $125,843 for 4 and $131,835 for 5 or more (2025 dollars). Above that, the rebate is $2,000.

Can I install a heat pump in Halifax now and still get the federal rebate?

Yes, if it's installed on or after 1 November 2026 by an HVAC contractor, the model is on the eligible list, and you keep receipts. Applications open in early 2027.

Can I combine the federal rebate with Nova Scotia programmes?

Often yes, but each programme sets its own stacking rules. Check the provincial programme terms before you sign a contract.

Does Halifax have its own heat pump programme?

HalifACT home energy financing: Reported as a 4.75% loan for eligible oil-heated homes built before 2000, not a rebate. Confirm on the official page.

LoonHVAC is independent and not part of any government. Rules change, so confirm on official sites before you buy. Report rebate scams to PNRT-NHPR@ec.gc.ca.

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