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Provincial · MBVerified 2026-07-29

Solar Rebate (Manitoba)

Efficiency Manitoba pays $0.50 per DC watt of installed solar capacity, up to 10 kW — a maximum of $5,000 per home. The system must be grid-connected to Manitoba Hydro and installed by a contractor registered with Efficiency Manitoba. One of the few open residential solar rebates left in Canada.

Official program page

Amounts

Rebate$0.50 per DC watt
Maximum (10 kW)$5,000 per home

Who qualifies

  • System grid-connected to Manitoba Hydro
  • Installed by a contractor registered with Efficiency Manitoba

How to apply

  1. 1Apply after the system passes final inspection, is operational and paid in full
  2. 2Submit within 90 days per the program guide

Stacking with other programs

Solar PV is also financeable through the Manitoba Hydro Home Energy Efficiency Loan (terms up to 15 years for solar).

Frequently asked questions

How does this compare to other provinces?

Very well — PEI paused its solar rebate in September 2025, Nova Scotia closed SolarHomes to homeowners in April 2025, and Saskatchewan has no solar rebate. Manitoba businesses get an even higher rate ($0.75/W, no cap).

Amounts and rules are set by the program administrator and change without notice. Always confirm on the official page before purchasing equipment.