Every Nova Scotian can get up to $5,000 in heat pump rebates through Efficiency Nova Scotia's Home Energy Assessment program. Middle-income households can get up to $15,000 through the Moderate Income Rebates program. The federal oil-to-heat-pump grant was fully committed in Nova Scotia in 2026.
The Nova Scotia Department of Energy confirmed these provincial programs remain in place as the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program wraps up early in the province[1].
| Program | Value | Who |
|---|---|---|
| Home Energy Assessment rebates | Up to $5,000 for heat pumps | All Nova Scotia homeowners |
| Moderate Income Rebates | Up to $15,000 | Middle-income households |
| HomeWarming | Free heat pump | Low-income homeowners |
| Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (federal) | Was up to $15,000 federal + $15,000 provincial | Funding fully committed in NS in 2026 |
The Home Energy Assessment is the starting point for rebates on recommended upgrades[2]. Low-income households should apply to HomeWarming instead. Until 2026, oil-heated low-to-median-income homes could combine up to $15,000 federal and $15,000 provincial funding[3]; Natural Resources Canada said that funding would be fully committed in Nova Scotia in 2026[1].
The National Heat Pump Rebate (up to $10,000 or $2,000) is expected in early 2027 and can be combined with provincial programs. Pair a heat pump with solar under net metering to offset the added electricity use.
Confirm current rebate amounts and income limits with Efficiency Nova Scotia. General information, not financial advice.
