This program doesn't apply to every household, but for the ones that qualify in Vancouver, it's the biggest rebate in BC: a heat pump, insulation and weatherization, installed for free. No rebate paperwork, no upfront cost.
The program: ECAP
It's called the Energy Conservation Assistance Program (ECAP), run through BC Hydro, Vancouver's electricity utility. If you qualify by income, it sends an energy coach to your home and installs energy-saving upgrades at no charge.
What "free" actually includes
Depending on your home, ECAP can cover a free air-source heat pump, insulation, draftproofing, ventilation, and a home energy assessment — all installed, not reimbursed. The federal Greener Homes Affordability money now flows through this same channel, which is part of why it's expanded.
Who qualifies in 2026
Eligibility is based on household income and size. Thresholds were recently raised — for example, a family of four earning up to about $57,200 can now qualify, up from roughly $44,000 before. Rough guide (exact numbers depend on your household and are confirmed on application):
| Household size | Approx. income ceiling |
|---|---|
| 1 person | ~$28,000–$35,000 |
| 2 people | ~$35,000–$43,000 |
| 3 people | ~$43,000–$53,000 |
| 4 people | up to ~$57,200 |
These are approximate and vary by household — treat them as "worth checking," not a hard cutoff. Renters and homeowners can both be eligible depending on the upgrade.
The Vancouver angle
Vancouver adds its own $2,000 municipal top-up on top of the provincial and utility programs.
Not quite qualifying? You're still in great shape
If your income is above the ECAP line, you're not paying full price either — the regular CleanBC rebates in Vancouver are large:
- Heat pump: $4,000–$16,000 depending on income tier
- Insulation: up to $5,500 · windows/doors: up to $2,000
- Heat pump water heater: $1,000–$3,000
See the full local breakdown, including Vancouver's own rebate stack, on the Vancouver rebate page.
How to start in Vancouver
- Check your rough eligibility with the assessment tool (it asks your income tier).
- Apply to the income-qualified program through BC Hydro's savings-based-on-income application.
- An energy coach assesses your home and arranges the free installs.
- Once you're set up, browse verified installers in Vancouver for anything ECAP doesn't cover.
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Source: BC Hydro's savings-based-on-income program; BetterHomes BC — ECAP. Income thresholds vary by household; confirm on application.