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Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program (Canada)
Program pathway supporting low- to median-income households transitioning from oil heating to heat pumps.
Region scope: Canada (program delivery through federal/provincial channels)
Key Facts
Quick extraction-ready facts
- Support type
- Heating system replacement assistance
- Target profile
- Households replacing oil heating with eligible heat pump systems
- Geography
- Canada via participating delivery structures
Last verified
February 21, 2026
Verification date updates only after human editorial review.
Eligibility checklist
- Household income and existing heating system criteria apply.
- Program delivery may include provincial coordination.
- Approved contractors and documentation standards are required.
Steps to apply
- Confirm income and system eligibility requirements.
- Obtain qualified installer quote.
- Submit required application and complete installation under program rules.
Required documents
- Income and residency documentation.
- Existing heating system evidence.
- Contractor quote and installation details.
Value and benefit
This pathway can significantly lower transition costs for qualifying households replacing oil heat.
Common pitfalls
- Proceeding with installation before understanding approval requirements.
- Missing proof of existing oil heating status.
Alternatives
- Provincial efficiency grants.
- Utility-backed financing or rebate pathways.
Official sources
Change log
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February 21, 2026 - Refined summary and linked official federal program references.
Editorial notes
Heating programs often include technical and administrative requirements. Validate contractor and timeline assumptions before starting works.
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