FortisBC’s Dual Fuel Rebate Returns October 15
Up to $4,000, or up to $8,000 for income-qualified households, when you replace a gas furnace that’s 15 years or older with a heat pump and furnace system.
Two rebate amounts
Which one you get depends on your household income. Terms and conditions apply.
FortisBC rebate
Up to $4,000
Residential customers
The standard rebate.
FortisBC rebate
Up to $8,000
Income-qualified households
Income thresholds not published yet.
Who qualifies, and what isn’t published yet
FortisBC has shared the main rules. The rest goes up on its rebate page after October 15.
Requirements
- Replaces an existing gas furnace that is at least 15 years old
- A qualifying dual fuel system: a heat pump plus a gas furnace
- One AHRI certified reference number covering the heat pump’s outdoor unit, indoor unit and the furnace
- Set to switch to the furnace at 5°C or lower (Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island)
- Installed by a Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor listed with the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) for this rebate
- Installed after October 15, 2026
Not published yet
- ?Application deadlines
- ?Income thresholds for the $8,000 tier
- ?The full terms and conditions
- ?Whether it can be combined with CleanBC or federal rebates
What’s a dual fuel system? A heat pump paired with a gas furnace. The heat pump heats and cools your home most of the year, and the furnace takes over only on the coldest days.
More income-qualified rebates returning October 15
FortisBC is also bringing back these rebates for income-qualified households.
| Upgrade | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Water heater | $2,500 |
| Thermostat | Up to $200 |
| Ventilation | Up to $2,400 |
| Insulation | Up to $2,000 |
| Windows and doors | Up to $7,500 |
How it works
From an old furnace to your rebate, in four steps.
Check your furnace’s age
The gas furnace you replace must be at least 15 years old. The manufacture date is on the label inside the furnace door.
Choose a qualifying system
A heat pump and gas furnace matched under one AHRI certified reference number.
Install after October 15
By an HPCN-listed gas contractor, with the switchover set at 5°C or lower. Your contractor submits the commissioning details and photos of the old and new systems.
Apply for your rebate
You apply to FortisBC yourself, using the documents your contractor gives you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the FortisBC dual fuel rebate?
Up to $4,000 for residential customers, and up to $8,000 for income-qualified households. Terms and conditions apply.
When does it start?
The rebate returns on October 15, 2026. Systems must be installed after that date. FortisBC has not yet published the application deadlines.
What is a dual fuel system?
A heat pump paired with a gas furnace. The heat pump heats and cools your home most of the year, and the furnace takes over on the coldest days, below the switchover temperature. For this rebate in the Lower Mainland, that switchover must be set at 5°C or lower.
Does my furnace qualify?
Only if the gas furnace being replaced is at least 15 years old. You can usually find the manufacture date on the label inside the furnace door.
Who can install it?
A Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor who is a member in good standing of the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) and is listed for this rebate at the time of installation.
Can I combine it with CleanBC or the new federal rebate?
FortisBC has not published how this rebate combines with other programs. We will update this page when the full terms are out.
Updated October 9, 2026. Based on FortisBC’s Trade Ally Network notice of the rebate’s return; full program details will be on FortisBC’s rebates page after October 15, and may differ.