Renovate using energy efficient measures
and take advantage of substantial financial assistances

The Energy Efficiency Fund (EEF) offers a financial assistance of $2 per cubic meter of natural gas saved following renovation work done on the building envelope¹. The maximum given can reach $100,000, up to a limit of 75 % of the cost of the project, considering all financial assistances received or allowed.

What measures are eligible?

• Replacement of windows and sliding glass doors;
• Reconditioning of windows and sliding glass doors;
• Insulation of the attic;
• Insulation of walls;
• Insulation of basements;
• Complete caulking of the building.

You can also receive a financial assistance of $6 per cubic meter of natural gas saved for the purchase and installation of solar air and/or water heating systems and $3.50 per cubic meter of natural gas saved for the purchase and installation of drain water heat recovery units. Consult these programs for details.

Minimum requirements for the work

The work must exceed the standards of the
Model National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings (PDF | 38 ko).

Are you eligible for this program?

Housing cooperatives, non profit housing cooperatives, and social community organizations servicing low income clients whose building is heated by natural gas are eligible.

Steps to follow:

You have up to 3 months following the completion of the renovation work to make a request for financial assistance.

	Register Complete the Participant’s Guide before starting the renovation work and submit a copy for each building to be renovated to the EEF. Electronic version Print version (PDF | 201 ko)
	Wait for confirmation The EEF will confirm the financial assistance potentially available based on the cubic meters of natural gas to be saved.
	Carry out the work You must carry out the work in accordance with the information submitted to the EEF in the Participant’s Guide.
	Once the renovation work is completed, send us: Photos taken during and after the renovation work; A copy of the bills for the materials installed and labour.

¹ Program subject to change without prior notice.