How much you get
Clothes dryer
Clothes washer
Refrigerator
BC Hydro's appliance program is a time-limited instant discount at the register, not a year-round rebate. It comes and goes with the season. The most recent cycle ran October 3, 2025 to January 2, 2026, with online applications accepted through March 3, 2026. BC Hydro typically brings the program back each fall, so check BC Hydro's current product rebates page → for the live window and eligible model list before you buy.
Buying the right appliance for a Squamish household
In a newer Squamish build, laundry rooms are usually already spacious and vented, so the case for a heat pump dryer here rests mostly on the roughly 50% lower electricity use rather than solving a space or venting problem. Expect the tradeoff of longer cycles, typically 20 to 40 minutes more per load.
Induction cooktops heat the pan directly through a magnetic field, so they're quicker to boil and the surface stays cooler, a real plus in an open-concept Squamish kitchen where a hot conventional element radiates heat into the living space. They only work with magnetic cookware, so confirm your pots and pans are cast iron or induction-rated stainless first. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
Not every appliance with an ENERGY STAR label clears BC Hydro's rebate bar — the program qualifies specific models, so check the current qualifying list before buying rather than assuming certification alone is enough. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot →
Be direct with yourself here: this rebate covers replacing an appliance you already own, not adding a new one. A working fridge or dishwasher usually isn't worth swapping early just for this rebate.
How to claim it
- Buy your appliance from a participating retailer. BC Hydro publishes the current list of eligible stores, which includes major chains across Squamish
- Take the old unit to the Squamish Landfill and Recycling Centre or book bulky item pickup through the District rather than curbside disposal
- Apply with your dated receipt within the program's application window, and keep the receipt until the rebate shows up on your bill or account
Appliance installers in Squamish
Real companies based in Squamish, pulled from their current Google reviews. We're not paid to list anyone here.
Common questions
Are appliance rebates available in Squamish?
Yes. Squamish is served by BC Hydro, and BC Hydro runs a seasonal instant in-store discount on select ENERGY STAR refrigerators, clothes washers, and clothes dryers. Amounts and eligible dates change, so check the current program before buying.
What appliances save the most on a BC electricity bill?
Fridges and clothes dryers running constantly tend to have the biggest impact on your bill, since they use more electricity year-round than a dishwasher or washing machine does.
Does Squamish's mountain climate affect which appliance rebate makes the most sense?
Not directly, Squamish's climate is milder than most of interior BC thanks to its coastal position, so the appliance choice here comes down to household size and kitchen setup more than climate, unlike a heat pump heating system where local temperature matters a lot more.
Your utility: BC Hydro
BC Hydro provides electricity across Squamish, and this instant rebate runs through BC Hydro's own retail program rather than through the District. Squamish's rapid growth means some newer subdivisions have modern panels well-suited to an induction range, while older properties closer to downtown may need a capacity check first.
Next steps
View all Squamish rebate programs → or check the official BC Hydro rebate page → for the current source of truth.