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
A lot of Markham's newer detached homes were built with large, builder-grade kitchens meant for serious daily cooking, which makes the $150 induction rebate worth a closer look than it might seem at first. Induction heats the pan directly through a magnetic field instead of heating a coil, so it's faster to bring a large stockpot to a boil and the surface itself stays cooler, a real plus in a busy kitchen. The catch many households discover only after buying: induction needs magnetic cookware, cast iron or select stainless steel, and a traditional round-bottomed wok won't sit flat or heat evenly on it.
The $200 heat pump dryer rebate is the biggest single amount on offer, and it's a genuine efficiency upgrade: it recycles heat instead of exhausting it outside, so it uses roughly half the electricity of a standard resistance dryer. Some models skip the exterior vent entirely, useful in townhome and condo laundry closets around Markham's newer developments. The tradeoff to plan around is time, not money: a full load commonly runs well past two hours. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
Confirm the specific model is on the current qualified products list rather than assuming any ENERGY STAR appliance clears the bar. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot → This rebate only applies to replacing an electric appliance you already own, so it's not a discount toward a second fridge for the garage.
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 Markham
Real companies based in Markham, pulled from their current Google reviews. We're not paid to list anyone here.
Common questions
Are appliance rebates available in Markham?
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 Markham.
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.
Is induction cooking practical for a Markham household that cooks with a wok?
Yes, with one caveat: wok cooking on induction needs a flat-bottomed magnetic wok rather than the traditional round-bottomed one, since induction only heats where the pan makes direct contact with the coil. Many Markham kitchens already run a secondary high-BTU wok burner alongside the main range, and that setup usually stays gas or gets its own dedicated cooktop rather than being swapped for induction.
Your utility: Alectra Utilities
Alectra Utilities is the local electric utility for Markham. 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: Alectra Utilities 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 Alectra Utilities to ask directly.
Next steps
View all Markham rebate programs → or check the official Home Renovation Savings Program site → for the current source of truth.