Income-Qualified Rebates BC 2026: Up to $8,000 + Add-Ons

Quick answerIncome-qualified BC households get the largest rebates in the province. From October 15, 2026, FortisBC offers income-qualified customers up to $8,000 for a dual fuel heating system, $2,500 for a heat pump water heater, up to $200 for a thermostat, up to $2,400 for ventilation, up to $2,000 for insulation and up to $7,500 for windows and doors. You qualify if your household’s combined pre-tax income is at or below the limit for its size (for example, $94,900 for four people).

Many homeowners never check because “income-qualified” sounds like it’s only for very low incomes. In BC the limits are set by household size and are higher than people think, especially for larger families.

Income limits for 2026

Income limits by household size
People in household	Level 1 (also FortisBC income-qualified limit)	Level 2	Level 3*
1	$51,100	$63,900	$102,100
2	$63,600	$79,500	$127,200
3	$78,200	$97,700	$156,300
4	$94,900	$118,600	$189,800
5	$107,600	$134,500	$215,200
6	$121,400	$151,700	$242,700
7+	$135,100	$168,900	$270,200

Combined pre-tax income of all adults in the home. *Level 3 applies only to ground-oriented homes switching from gas to a heat pump. Assessed property value limits also apply. Source: Better Homes BC and FortisBC, checked October 15, 2026.

Every income-qualified rebate, with amounts

Upgrade	Rebate	Key rule
Dual fuel heating system	Up to $8,000 + $350 bonus	Replace a gas furnace 15+ years old; installed on or after Oct 15, 2026
Water heater	$2,500	Qualifying water heater; confirm the model before you buy
Connected thermostat	Up to $200	Qualifying smart thermostat
Ventilation (HRV/ERV)	Up to $2,400	$1,200 per ducted ENERGY STAR system, two per home
Insulation	Up to $2,000 per area	Attic: $0.05 × sq ft × R-value added (min. R12); walls $0.20/sq ft
Windows and doors	Up to $7,500	$750 each, U-factor 1.22 or lower
CleanBC Energy Savings Program heat pump	Set by income level	Eligibility code required before work starts

FortisBC announced these add-on rebates as re-introduced on October 15, 2026, alongside the dual fuel rebate. Amounts match FortisBC’s program pages as of October 15, 2026; terms and conditions apply.

Property rules that apply to income-qualified rebates

The home is your primary residence and the only property you own in BC.
Assessed value under $1.2 million (FortisBC dual fuel). CleanBC sets its own value limits by home type.
For dual fuel: home at least 10 years old and no larger than 3,500 sq ft.
Proof of income for every adult (18+) in the household, usually your Notice of Assessment.

The CleanBC Energy Savings Program (heat pumps)

The province’s income-qualified program pays the largest heat pump rebates in BC, with three income levels (see the table above). Rebates for heat pumps, insulation and windows changed for invoices dated on or after July 6, 2026. Contractor sources report lower amounts at each level. Because the exact new amounts aren’t clearly published, confirm your amount with an Energy Coach (1-844-881-9790) before you commit.

The most important rule: pre-register and get an eligibility code before any work starts. It replaces the standard FortisBC rebate for the same upgrade rather than adding to it.

How to apply as an income-qualified household

Gather every adult’s most recent Notice of Assessment from the CRA.
Request your pre-qualification or eligibility code from FortisBC (1-855-909-2331) or CleanBC before work begins.
Hire an HPCN-listed contractor for the specific rebate, and get a written quote naming qualifying models.
After installation, submit your application with the paid invoice within 6 months.

How BC Wide helps with the income-qualified rebates

BC Wide’s own TSBC-licensed gas fitters and Red Seal technicians install and service furnaces, heat pumps and dual fuel systems across Greater Vancouver, never subcontractors. That matters for rebates: the person filling in commissioning data is the person who installed your system, so details match the paperwork.

Phone or email us with your furnace age, home size and city. We’ll confirm which rebate fits, give you a free written estimate for qualifying equipment, and explain how to check any contractor’s listing on the HPCN directory. We answer (604) 473-9690 seven days a week, or write to info@bcwide.ca.

Frequently asked questions

What income qualifies for BC income-qualified rebates?

It depends on household size. For FortisBC income-qualified rebates and CleanBC Level 1 the limits are: 1 person $51,100, 2 people $63,600, 3 people $78,200, 4 people $94,900, 5 people $107,600, 6 people $121,400, 7+ people $135,100.

Which income-qualified rebates came back on October 15, 2026?

FortisBC re-introduced the income-qualified dual fuel rebate (up to $8,000) along with rebates for a water heater ($2,500), thermostat (up to $200), ventilation (up to $2,400), insulation (up to $2,000) and windows and doors (up to $7,500).

Do I need approval before installing?

For the CleanBC Energy Savings Program, yes: you need an eligibility code before work starts. For FortisBC income-qualified rebates a pre-qualification code is strongly recommended.

What proof of income do I need?

Usually the most recent CRA Notice of Assessment for every household member aged 18 or older.

Can I combine income-qualified rebates?

You can claim rebates for different upgrades (for example windows plus insulation plus a water heater). You can’t claim two space-heating rebates for the same system.

Income-qualified rebates in BC: the biggest rebates, explained