Moderate Income Rebate (Nova Scotia)
A top-up on Home Energy Assessment rebates for moderate-income Nova Scotia households heating with non-electric systems. Adds up to $5,000 on top of the base program (the cap was reduced from $10,000 in July 2026 when federal OHPA funding ended) — combined support can reach $10,000, plus a free assessment.
Official program pageAmounts
| Top-up maximum | $5,000 (on top of HEA $5,000) |
| Ductless mini-split top-up | +$500 per ton ($800 combined) |
| Centrally ducted heat pump top-up | +$1,500 per ton ($2,000 combined) |
| Energy assessment | Free (reimbursed if prepaid) |
Who qualifies
- ✓Net household income limits by size: 1 person $37,260 · 2 people $77,050 · 3 people $98,900 · 4 people $120,750 · 5+ $126,500
- ✓Own the home and live in it as your primary residence
- ✓Home is heated primarily with a NON-electric system (oil, gas, propane, wood counted as secondary only)
How to apply
- 1Apply online for pre-approval BEFORE starting any upgrades, with proof of income and ownership
- 2Once approved, follow the normal Home Energy Assessment process (initial assessment → upgrades → final assessment)
Stacking with other programs
Combined with base Home Energy Assessment rebates: up to $10,000 total. With federal OHPA now closed, this is the main path for moderate-income oil-heated households in Nova Scotia.
Frequently asked questions
›Why did the maximum drop from $10,000 to $5,000?
The larger top-up was tied to federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability funding, which was fully allocated in Nova Scotia as of July 2, 2026. The July 2026 cap is $5,000.
Amounts and rules are set by the program administrator and change without notice. Always confirm on the official page before purchasing equipment.