Heat pump subsidies in Quebec 2026: what every installer needs to know

Heat pump subsidies have become a central sales argument in Quebec. Customers no longer just ask the price of the unit — they want to know how much the government will reimburse them. Here's an overview of the main programs and how to integrate them into your quotes.

Disclaimer

Subsidy program amounts and conditions change regularly. This article gives a general overview as of April 2026. Always check the official program website before promising a specific amount to a customer.

1. Logis-Vert (Quebec)

Administered by: ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP).

Eligibility: owners of single-family or multi-unit dwellings (up to 4 units) in Quebec who replace an oil, gas, or propane heating system with a heat pump.

Amounts: can reach several thousand dollars depending on the type of heat pump (central, ductless, hybrid) and the conversion (oil to heat pump = highest amount).

Process: the customer (or you, on their behalf with power of attorney) submits the application after installation, with proof (invoices, photos, equipment nameplates).

Official site: transitionenergetique.gouv.qc.ca

2. Chauffez-Vert

Eligibility: owners switching from oil to electric/heat pump. Sometimes merged with Logis-Vert depending on the year.

Typical amount: $1,275 for removing the oil system (stacks with Logis-Vert in some cases).

3. Greener Homes Program (federal)

Administered by: Natural Resources Canada.

Eligibility: Canadian homeowners in certain provinces. Status in Quebec: the federal program has evolved and some portions are no longer offered in 2026 — check program status before including it in a quote.

4. Hydro-Québec programs

Hydro-Québec sometimes offers targeted rebates for energy-efficient heat pump installations. Check hydroquebec.com/efficacite for current programs.

5. Municipal programs

Some municipalities (Montreal, Laval, Sherbrooke, several others) have their own complementary programs. Have your customer check with their city.

How to use subsidies in a quote

A quote that clearly presents subsidies closes twice as fast as one without. Here's the structure that works:

Section 1: full price without subsidy

• Equipment and installation subtotal
• GST and QST
• Total payable at installation

Section 2: estimated subsidies

• Logis-Vert: ~$X
• Chauffez-Vert: ~$X
• Hydro-Québec: ~$X
• Estimated subsidy subtotal

Section 3: estimated net cost to customer

Total payable - Total subsidies = estimated net cost

Always include the word "estimated" and a note like "Subsidies depend on customer eligibility and on programs in effect at the time of application. Check the official websites."

The trap to avoid: promising a subsidy

Never promise a specific subsidy amount in a contract. Programs change, eligibility deadlines vary, and some customers aren't eligible (e.g. homes too new, type of heating not covered). A quote that says "$6,200 subsidy guaranteed" puts you in breach if the customer only receives $4,000.

Application support: a value-added service

Many installers offer subsidy application assistance as an add-on service for $150 to $300. Your customer is reassured, and you monetize your paperwork expertise.

Automating all this

Good management software for a heat pump installer lets you:

• Have a quote template with an integrated subsidies section
• Store required documents (invoices, photos, nameplates) in the customer file
• Generate a complete PDF for program submissions
• Get the customer to sign electronically

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