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Money Back for Renovating Smart

Several federal, provincial, and utility programs offer rebates and tax credits for Calgary homeowners who upgrade their homes in specific ways. Here’s what’s available in 2026.

Canada Greener Homes Grant

  • Up to $5,600 in grants for eligible upgrades
  • Requires a pre and post EnerGuide home energy audit
  • Eligible upgrades: insulation, windows/doors, heat pumps, water heaters, solar panels, airtightness
  • Apply at: canada.ca/greener-homes

Canada Greener Homes Loan

  • Up to $40,000 interest-free financing
  • 10-year repayment period
  • Same eligible upgrades as the grant
  • Can be combined with the grant

Enbridge Gas Rebates (Alberta)

  • High-efficiency furnace (96%+ AFUE): rebate up to $1,000
  • Smart thermostat: $75
  • Home energy assessment: $300 rebate
  • Check: enbridgegas.com/rebates for current programs

Enmax / ATCO Energy Efficiency Programs

  • Smart thermostat rebates
  • Energy efficient water heater rebates
  • Programs change annually — verify at your provider’s website

Secondary Suite Incentives

  • The City of Calgary’s Secondary Suite Incentive Program has offered grants in past years (verify current status at calgary.ca)
  • CMHC MLI Select mortgage program offers favourable terms for properties with secondary suites

Accessibility Tax Credit

  • Federal Home Accessibility Tax Credit (HATC): up to 15% of $20,000 = $3,000 non-refundable credit
  • Eligible: grab bars, ramps, accessible bathrooms, stair lifts, widened doorways
  • Applies to qualifying individuals 65+ or those eligible for disability tax credit

Multi-Generational Home Renovation Tax Credit (MHRTC)

  • Federal: 15% credit on up to $50,000 in eligible renovation costs
  • Allows adding a secondary dwelling unit for a senior or disabled family member
  • Maximum credit: $7,500

How to Maximize Your Rebates

  1. Book an EnerGuide audit before starting (required for Greener Homes)
  2. Plan your renovation to maximize eligible upgrades in a single project
  3. Use licensed contractors and keep all receipts and invoices
  4. Apply for programs before the renovation starts where possible (some require pre-approval)
  5. Work with a renovation company familiar with the rebate documentation requirements

Note on Program Changes

Government rebate programs change frequently. The programs listed above were active as of early 2026. Always verify current program status and eligibility directly with the program administrator before planning your renovation around a specific rebate.


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