How it works
Prince George homeowners don't front any money for this program — BC Hydro sends a free thermostat to homes that qualify. It's built for electric baseboard heat, where scheduling saves the most on the bill.
No purchase price, no receipt to submit — the thermostat ships once you're approved.
The offer targets baseboard-heated homes specifically, where scheduling has the biggest impact on the bill.
Who qualifies
- You own or rent a home in Prince George that currently heats with electric baseboards
- Your unit doesn't already have a compatible smart thermostat installed
- You're a BC Hydro account holder at the service address
What it doesn't cover
If your Prince George home heats with gas, oil, or a heat pump, this offer doesn't apply — you'd buy a smart thermostat at retail, and it still saves money through scheduling. Renters on baseboard heat can typically sign up directly.
How to claim it
- Confirm your Prince George home is on electric baseboards, then run the free rebate assessment for everything else
- Sign up through BC Hydro's electric baseboard thermostat offer
- Install the thermostat yourself, or have your HVAC contractor set it up during another visit
- Set your schedule — lower temperatures overnight and while you're out are where the real savings come from
Find an installer in Prince George
If you're pairing the thermostat with other HVAC work, browse HVAC contractors serving Prince George in our installer directory.
See all Prince George installers →
Common questions
How do I get a free smart thermostat in Prince George?
BC Hydro's electric baseboard program includes a free smart thermostat for eligible Prince George homes, as long as your home currently heats with electric baseboards. BC Hydro ships the thermostat directly once you sign up through their electric baseboard offer — there's no purchase or mail-in receipt required.
Does the Prince George smart thermostat offer work if I heat with gas or a heat pump?
No. This particular free-thermostat offer is tied to electric baseboard heating specifically. If you're on gas, oil, or already have a heat pump, a smart thermostat still helps with scheduling and setbacks, but you'd buy one at retail rather than through this program.
Other rebates in Prince George
Next steps
View all Prince George rebate programs → or check BC Hydro's official site → for the current source of truth.