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The conservation and energy efficiency programs outlined in this section are primarily for homeowners – that is,
individuals and families living in single, semi-detached, or row houses, small townhouses or condominiums. Please
confirm your eligibility with the organization delivering the program. 

Residential Programs

20/20 The Way to Clean Air GTA

http://www.toronto.ca/health/2020
20/20 The Way to Clean Air offers Toronto residents information designed to encourage actions that will reduce smog and other effects of climate change.
Toronto Public Health, Environmental Protection Office
416-392-6672

City of Toronto Residential Outreach GTA

 http://www.toronto.ca/energy/green.htm
Toronto's Energy Efficiency Office is responsible for developing and coordinating the city’s energy
efficiency and conservation strategy, as well as a range of supportive programs.
City of Toronto, Office of Energy Efficiency
(416) 392-1110 or (416) 392-1500

Community Go Green Fund Provincial

http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/en/air/climatechange/cggf.php
The Community Go Green Fund offers grants for local projects that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG)
emissions. The Community Go Green Fund is part of Ontario's Go Green Plan to fight climate change.
Ontario Ministry of the Environment
1-800-565-4923

Cool Savings Rebate Program Provincial

http://everykilowattcounts.ca/residential/coolsavings/
The Cool Savings Rebate Program offers residential consumers rebates to replace outdated central heating
and cooling equipment.
  $25 to purchase and install a programmable thermostat;
  $125 to purchase and install a mid or high-efficiency furnace with an Electronically Commutated
Motor (ECM);
  $250 to purchase and install an ENERGY STAR® qualified CAC system, heat pump or ductless split
system; and
  $400 to purchase and install a stand-alone CEE “Tier 2” level central air conditioning system or
ground source heat pump.

Ontario Power Authority (OPA), Every Kilowatt Counts
1-877-797-9473

ecoENERGY for Buildings and Houses National

www.ecoaction.gc.ca/buildings
The Energy Efficiency Housing Initiative offers a variety of education programs for the residential (&
construction) sector on building new homes that are energy efficient, including guidelines to increase energy
efficiency by 30% compared to Provincial building codes, the EnerGuide rating system, and ENERGY
STAR® for New Homes.

Natural Resources Canada, OEE, Housing and Equipment Division
1-800-622-6232

ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes National

http://www.ecoaction.gc.ca/homes
The ecoENERGY Retrofit Homes Program offers grants to owners of single family detached, semi-detached
and low rise multi-unit residential buildings for energy efficiency improvements. The maximum per
building is $5,000 and the total amount available to one individual/entity for eligible properties is $500,000
over the life of the program.
Ontario’s Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) offers matching grants up to $5,000 for energy efficiency
retrofits.
Natural Resources Canada, OEE, Housing and Equipment Division
1-800-622-6232

Every Kilowatt Counts (EKC) Provincial

http://www.everykilowattcounts.ca
Every Kilowatt Counts offers Ontario residents a variety of energy conservation programs and services aimed
at achieving greater energy efficiency in homes and businesses.
Ontario Power Authority (OPA), Conservation Bureau
1-877-797-9473

Go Solar Ontario Provincial

www.gosolarontario.ca
Go Solar Ontario is a one-stop shop created by the Clean Air Foundation to provide information on solar
energy. Ontario residents and businesses can call a toll-free number or use the website to find information on
solar technologies, certified manufacturers, installation tips, financial options, promotional events, and other
relevant resources.
Clean Air Foundation
(416) 922-9038 X 258

Home Energy Savings Program (HESP) Provincial

http://www.mei.gov.on.ca/english/energy/conservation/?page=home-energy-savings-program
The HESP offers home owners rebates for energy audits and retrofits. HESP will reimburse
50% of the cost of a home energy audit up to $150. HESP will also match Natural Resources Canada's
ecoENERGY Retrofit Homes Program for energy efficiency retrofits up to $5,000.
Ontario Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
1-888-668-4636

Keep Cool Toronto Hydro Customers

http://www.cleanairfoundation.org/keepcool/
Keep Cool is a seasonal program (weekends in May and June) that offers Toronto Hydro customers a $25
Home Depot gift card in exchange for an old inefficient window or room air conditioner. Check the website
for the exact dates and details.
Clean Air Foundation
(416) 922-9038 X 258

Net Metering Provincial

http://www.mei.gov.on.ca/
Ontario’s net metering regulation allows any Ontario customers that generate their own electricity from a
renewable source (wind, water, solar or agricultural biomass) to send their excess electricity to the electrical
grid in exchange for a credit toward their energy costs. This is for equipment of a maximum cumulative
output up to 500 kilowatts in size.
Ontario Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
1-888-668-4636

Peaksaver

http://www.everykilowattcounts.ca/residential/peaksaver/
The Peaksaver program offers a one-time $25 rebate and a programmable thermostat or switch to residents
and small business interested in lowering their summer peak energy use. During peak energy use, your
local distribution/utility company will send a signal to the programmable thermostat that will turn down
your air conditioner by a couple of degrees.

Pilot Solar Domestic Hot Water Heating

http://www.toronto.ca/energy/index.htm
Toronto Solar Domestic Hot Water Heating Program, open to residents of Riverdale’s Ward 30, offers
incentives for residential solar hot water heating installations.

City of Toronto, Office of Energy Efficiency
(416) 392-1110 or (416) 392-1500
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Programmable Thermostat Rebate Enbridge Gas Customers

https://portalplumprod.cgc.enbridge.com/portal/server.pt?space=CommunityPage&control=SetCommunity&CommunityID=285
The Programmable Thermostat Program offers Enbridge customers with a rebate for installing a programmable thermostat that helps to reduce space heating and gas consumption.
Enbridge, Energy Efficiency Programs
(416) 495-5356

Residential Washer Rebate GTA

http://www.toronto.ca/watereff/washer/index.htm
The Residential Washer Rebate program offers owners and renters of residential properties a $60 rebate
for high-efficiency front-loading washing machines. High-efficiency washing machines require 40% less
energy and 60% less water to operate.
City of Toronto, Water Efficiency Program
(416) 392-7000

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RET Screen International Clean Energy National

http://www.retscreen.net/ang/home.php

The Clean Energy Support Centre offers assistance to help implement renewable energy and
energy efficiency projects. The Centre provides decision-making tools that reduce the costs of prefeasibility
studies; training to analyze technical and financial viability of projects; and software
that examines energy production, life-cycle costs, emission reductions, financial viability, and
risk for various projects.

Natural Resources Canada, RET Screen International
1-800-622-6232

Retail Sales Tax (RST) Exemption on Renewable Energy Systems Provincial

http://www.rev.gov.on.ca/english/taxtips/rst/pdf/04.pdf
The RST Exemption offers an RST Rebate to homeowners and builders who install qualifying
renewable energy equipment including solar, wind, micro-hydro electric or geothermal systems. RST
rebates are also provided for enhancements to an existing system.
Ontario Ministry of Revenue, Refund Unit, Retail Sales Tax

The Great Refrigerator Round-up Provincial

http://www.everykilowattcounts.ca/residential/
The Great Refrigerator Round-up offers homeowners free pick-up and recycling of qualifying full-size
refrigerators and freezers.

Toronto Community Housing Corporation - Appliance Renewal Program GTA

http://www.sustainablecommunities.fcm.ca/GMF/

The Toronto Community Housing Corporation Appliance Renewal Program is providing 28,500 lowincome
rental residents with new energy-efficient appliances.
Toronto Community Housing Corporation
(416) 259-9785