By TWW News Staff September 20, 2025
ONTARIO, CANADA — In a major push toward affordable, climate-resilient home heating, the federal and Ontario governments have announced a $25,000 rebate program to help households switch from oil heating to electric heat pumps—a move expected to slash energy bills and carbon emissions across the province.
🔧 What’s New
- Up to $25,000 per household:
- $15,000 from the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) program
- $10,000 from Ontario’s Save on Energy initiative
- $250 upfront bonus to ease transition costs
- Total investment: $59.4 million, including support from the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and EnviroCentre
🌍 Why It Matters
- Heat pumps are 2–3x more efficient than electric furnaces
- Households can save $1,300 annually on heating
- Emissions cut by 2.78 tonnes per home—equal to removing 17,000 cars from roads
🏡 Who Can Apply
- Ontario residents using oil heating
- Apply via Save on Energy’s Energy Affordability Program
- Cornwall residents outside the IESO grid: apply through EnviroCentre
🗣️ Voices from the Launch
Federal and provincial leaders hailed the program as a win for affordability, climate action, and energy efficiency. IESO CEO Lesley Gallinger emphasized the importance of reliable, clean electricity access for all Ontarians.