Eligibility
This rebate is for the installation of a qualifying heat-recovery ventilator in an existing residence. A residence that is 5 years or older is considered an existing residence.
The heat-recovery ventilator (HRV) must:
- be listed with the Home Ventilating Institute; and
- have a 64 per cent or higher sensible recovery efficiency at -25° Celsius.
Rebate amount
- $750 for HRV; and
- $750 if you’re installing ducting for the HRV.
You can get up to a maximum of $1,500 per building.
If you’ve applied for the Better Buildings program, the rebate may apply to the program funding.
Note: We’ve recently increased the value of the HRV rebate. If you received a rebate for an HRV installation completed on or after October 14, 2021, contact the Energy Branch to discuss if you qualify for a higher amount. Phone 867-393-7063 or email energy@yukon.ca.
Apply for your rebate
Apply online
To apply online, you’ll need to:
- create an account on the Good Energy rebates website; and
- add details about your home.
Other ways to apply
- Complete and sign the application form.
- Attach the required documents:
- itemized receipts or invoices showing no balance owing; and
- balancing report, provided to you by a contractor.
- Submit your application to the Energy Branch.
In person: Climate Change and Energy Solutions Centre at 206A Lowe Street, Whitehorse. Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Mail:
Government of Yukon
Energy Branch (EMR-206)
Box 2703
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6 - You'll receive a rebate within 12 weeks.
This Good Energy rebate is funded in part by the Government of Canada's Low Carbon Economy Fund.
Get low-cost funding for qualifying energy upgrades
The Better Buildings program offers low-cost funding to homeowners who complete qualifying energy upgrades to residential buildings.
The funding amount is based on 25 per cent of the property’s assessed value, up to a maximum of $50,000. Homeowners pay back the funding through a local improvement tax.
Get a rebate for air sealing your home
You can get $5,000 to air seal your home. Part of this includes installing an HRV to ensure a balanced ventilation in your home.
Apply for the air sealing rebate
Benefits of heat recovery ventilators
Insulating or air sealing a home may introduce ventilation issues:
- indoor air-quality issues;
- moisture and mould issues; or
- higher potential for carbon monoxide to enter your home.
An HRV mitigates these issues by:
- bringing fresh air into your home; and
- taking stale air out of your home.
Learn more about:
Who installs HRVs?
HRVs should be designed and installed by a Heating, Refrigerator and Air Conditioning Institute-qualified supplier or contractor. They must follow current building code and bylaws.
Get a loan to upgrade or repair your home
Yukon Housing Corporation offers a loan for homeowners who upgrade or repair their home. The home repair loan is up to $70,000 and amortized up to 15 years in 5-year terms.
If you have questions, email energy@yukon.ca or phone 867-393-7063, toll-free in the Yukon, 1-800-661-0408 and ask to be transferred.