What is the Canada Greener Homes Grant program?
It is an initiative of the Canadian government under which homeowners have the opportunity to cover the cost of assessing and improving the energy efficiency of their home. For example, to replace windows and sliding patio doors. Maximum coverage is up to $5,600. Also you can get a 0% interest Government Loan from $5,000 to $40,000 for replacing old windows and doors.* *The Canada Greener Homes Grant program is no longer accepting new applications. However, you can take advantage of the Canada Greener Homes Loan program and get a 0% loan from $5,000 to $40,000 to replace your old windows for up to 10 years.
Below is a table of reimbursements available, according to the official source www.nrcan.gc.ca
There are several options for improving the energy efficiency of your windows and sliding patio doors. Completely replacing your windows and frames with new, high-efficiency ENERGY STAR® certified windows can make your home more comfortable, save energy and help combat climate change. Learn more about window replacement and door replacement .
What are the criteria for the grant:
- All equipment must be purchased in Canada.
- Online purchases are only acceptable if ordered from a distributor located in Canada.
- The equipment must be on one of the eligible product lists shown in the following table. All eligible product lists are available in a searchable online format.
- Keep ENERGY STAR labels on your windows and sliding patio doors until the post-improvement evaluation.
An important criterion:
Windows and sliding patio doors installed must be Energy Star certified and labeled with the appropriate label. You can order Energy Star certified windows and sliding patio doors from Canglow Windows & Doors by leaving a request on our website or by calling 780-761-2161
Also, according to the program initiative, you can take advantage of unique financing terms and receive an interest-free loan of $5,000 to $40,000 for appropriate upgrades to your home. Read more about the loan here.
How to check your eligibility for the Canada Greener Homes Grant ?
Follow this link and take a quick questionnaire
Learn more about the Canada Greener Homes Grant initiative on the government website https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy-efficiency/homes/canada-greener-homes-grant/23441
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*The Canada Greener Homes Grant program is no longer accepting new applications. However, there are still options available to help you make your home more energy-efficient:
- Existing applicants: If you already applied for the Grant, you can continue with your retrofits and access support through the Canada Greener Homes portal.
- Provincial programs: Residents of Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia can explore financial incentives offered through their provincial programs like Home Efficiency Rebate Plus, Rénoclimat, or the Home Energy Assessment program.
- Canada Greener Homes Loan: This loan program is still open and offers up to $40,000 in interest-free financing to homeowners for eligible retrofits.
- Oil to Heat Pump Affordability: This program provides additional funding to low- and middle-income homeowners who switch their heating system to a heat pump. For further information, you can visit the Canada Greener Homes website.
FAQs
Typically, replacing/installing new windows and doors takes between 3 hours and 2 days. The time depends on the number of windows and doors to be replaced/installed.
Canglow Windows & Doors windows are energy efficient and Energy Star certified. Our windows also come with supporting documentation in the form of stickers on each window that show all the energy saving features.
There is no hard and fast rule when it comes to window replacement timelines. The age of your home, the type of materials used to construct your windows, and the condition of the window units will all need to be considered when determining the need for replacement. There have been many advancements in recent years when it comes to window manufacturing, making them far more durable and long-lasting. An investment in new windows for your home should last a long time.
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