How much you get
Heat pump clothes dryer
Induction cooktop / range
Washing machine
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
You must be replacing an existing electric appliance with a new (not used or refurbished) unit, and be a residential customer connected to Ontario's electricity grid.
Which appliance to prioritize
Kitchener's population has grown fast around the tech sector downtown, and a lot of that growth is condo towers with compact, stacked laundry closets rather than a basement utility room. That's a strong case for the $200 heat pump dryer rebate, since many heat pump models skip the exterior vent entirely and just condense moisture into a tank or drain line, which matters when there's no easy path to an outside wall. Be ready for the tradeoff though: cycles commonly run over two hours, longer than the 45-minute cycle most condo dwellers are used to.
For the $150 induction rebate, check your cookware before you commit. Induction heats the pot directly through a magnetic field instead of heating an element first, so it's quicker to boil water and the cooktop surface stays cool, which matters in a smaller condo kitchen where counter space doubles as workspace. The catch: only magnetic cookware works, meaning cast iron or select stainless steel, so an all-aluminum set from a starter apartment often needs replacing too. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
Check the current qualified products list before buying anything, since a basic ENERGY STAR label alone doesn't guarantee a model clears this specific rebate tier. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot → This program is built to replace an electric appliance already in use, not to fund an upgrade for its own sake.
How to claim it
- Purchase an eligible appliance from any retailer
- Install the new appliance and properly dispose of the old one
- Upload your receipt within 60 days of purchase through the online application system
Appliance installers in Kitchener
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Common questions
Are appliance rebates available in Kitchener?
Some Ontario utilities run seasonal rebate programs for ENERGY STAR fridges, washers, and dryers. These come and go, so check what's currently active in Kitchener.
What appliances save the most on Ontario bills?
Fridges and clothes dryers running around the clock tend to have the biggest impact — an ENERGY STAR upgrade on either can meaningfully cut your electricity bill.
Do Kitchener's new downtown condos qualify for the appliance rebate?
Yes, as long as you're the one buying and replacing the appliance and you're on Ontario's grid, it doesn't matter whether you're in a new tower near the ION line or an older house near Victoria Park. Condo owners should just double-check with their building or property manager before altering built-in appliance connections, since some induction ranges need a different electrical hookup than the gas or coil range they replace.
Your utility: Enova Power
Enova Power is the local electric utility for Kitchener. The appliance rebate above comes from a province-wide program, so which utility bills you doesn't change what you qualify for. Where it can matter: Enova Power is who to contact about your home's electrical service capacity if your installer flags an upgrade, and who bills the electricity your new equipment uses once it's running. Some utilities layer their own incentive on top of the province rebate — worth a quick call to Enova Power to ask directly.
Next steps
View all Kitchener rebate programs → or check the official Home Renovation Savings Program site → for the current source of truth.