Ontario Window Rebates 2026: What's Still Available After the Greener Homes Grant Closed

If you've been putting off window upgrades hoping to use the Canada Greener Homes Grant, you've missed it — the program closed to new applicants in 2024. But Ontario homeowners still have meaningful rebate options available in 2026, and many people don't know about them. Here's a clear breakdown of what you can actually claim this year. What Closed: Canada Greener Homes Grant The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant offered up to $5,600 for energy-efficient upgrades including windows and doors. It is now closed to new applications. Existing applications are still being processed, but new homeowners cannot apply. What's Still Available in Ontario in 2026 1. Ontario Energy Efficiency Rebate Program The provincial program offers $100 back per rough opening when you replace old windows with ENERGY STAR certified products. This program is funded and running through November 2026. For a typical GTA home replacing 12 windows, that's $1,200 back — not transformative, but meaningful. To qualify: - New windows must be ENERGY STAR certified - Must be installed by a licensed contractor - Keep all receipts and product certification documents 2. Enbridge Gas Rebates If your home is heated with Enbridge Gas, you may qualify for rebates on energy-efficient upgrades including window replacement and air sealing. Rebate amounts vary by program year — check Enbridge's Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program for current amounts. 3. Toronto Hydro Home Energy Conservation Programs Toronto Hydro occasionally offers rebates for home energy audits and upgrades. An energy audit is the first step and is often subsidized, allowing you to identify which upgrades will deliver the highest return. 4. Canada Greener Homes Loan (Interest-Free) While the grant is closed, the Canada Greener Homes Loan of up to $40,000 interest-free is still available for eligible homeowners. This covers window and door upgrades, insulation, and more. Repayment is over 10 years with no interest. This is a financing tool, not a grant, but it effectively makes large window upgrade projects cost-neutral in the short term. What to Do Before Any Rebate Application Most programs require a pre-retrofit home energy audit by an NRCan-registered energy advisor. Book this before starting any work — it documents your current energy performance and is typically required for rebate eligibility. Are Energy-Efficient Windows Worth It Without a Rebate? Yes, in most cases. A 2026 study of Canadian homes found that replacing old single-pane windows with energy-efficient double-pane units reduced winter heating bills by up to 30 percent. At current Toronto gas prices, that's a payback period of 7 to 12 years on the window investment alone — before factoring in comfort, noise reduction, and home value. For homes with drafty, original windows, the payback can be as short as 5 years. How Window Fix GTA Can Help We install ENERGY STAR certified glass units and can advise on which upgrades qualify for current rebate programs. We'll document everything you need for your rebate application. Call (647) 961-8637 to discuss your options.