How to Get Canada Greener Homes Grant for Windows & Doors: Here's everything you need to know

What is Canada greener homes grant?

Recognizing residential homes contribute up to 18% of greenhouse emissions, the Government of Canada is taking proactive steps to enhance energy efficiency. The Canada Greener Homes Grant is a federal government initiative aimed at promoting energy efficiency and addressing climate change by providing financial assistance to homeowners in Canada. The grant offers various programs and rebates to encourage homeowners to make energy-efficient upgrades to their homes. One of the programs under this grant is a rebate of up to $5,000 for homeowners who retrofit their windows and sliding doors with high-performance, energy-efficient ones.

Faulty, leaky, improperly sealed windows can be a major source of unnecessary heat loss, high home energy consumption, and cold drafts and can be subject to condensation problems. In fact, windows can account for up to 25% of the total heat loss for a home! Contact Mystro today to let us help you on saving your energy bills by upgrading efficient windows and doors.

Who qualifies for the $5,000 grant?

The program is for all homeowners in Canada, provided they can show:

• Valid proof of ownership of the residence

• That the property is their primary residence

The grants are not available for previous installations. An old window's frame can be used to install a new window unit on, but replacements of only the glass, sash, or door without a frame are not acceptable. $250 maximum per rough opening with a $5,000 maximum.

Types of residences that are eligible:

• Single and semi-detached houses

• Rowhouses

• Townhomes

• Mobile homes on a permanent foundation

• Permanently moored floating homes

• The residential portions of mixed-use buildings

• Small multi-unit residential buildings of up to three stories and a footprint no larger than 600 square meters.

By upgrading windows and doors, homeowners can significantly reduce their carbon footprint. Embrace the Greener Home Initiative to play your part in environmental preservation while reaping the rewards of lower energy bills and reduced overall costs due to upgraded windows.

Which windows and doors can I upgrade to?

To qualify for reimbursement, the government is providing a grant on the following windows and sliding doors, $250 maximum per rough opening with a $5,000 maximum:

$125 for replacing your windows or sliding doors with ENERGY STAR 3 certified models:

· U-Factor of 1.22 W/m²K or less or

· Energy Rating ≥ 34

$125 for replacing your hinged doors, with or without sidelites or transoms ENERGY STAR certified models:

· U-Factor ≤ 1.22 W/m²K or

· Energy Rating ≥ 34

$250 for replacing your windows or sliding doors with ENERGY STAR-certified most efficient models:

· U-Factor of 1.05 W/m²K or less or

· Energy Rating ≥ 40

What are the benefits of upgrading?

Enhanced Energy Efficiency

Experience reduced energy consumption, leading to lower utility bills and higher cost savings.

Elevated Comfort

Enjoy improved thermal insulation and a consistent indoor temperature, contributing to a more comfortable living environment year-round.

Increased Resale Value 

Elevate the value of your home in the market due to the added appeal and benefits of high-performance windows.

Positive Environmental Impact

Reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to the preservation of the environment, aligning with broader sustainability goals.

How does the process work?

Here are some key steps about the Canada Greener Homes Grant:

Step 1: Determine Your Eligibility

First things first – confirm if you are eligible. Take this Canada Greener Homes Grant pre-evaluation quiz. This tool has been recently added to make the process even easier for applicants. It will ask you a few questions about your home and help you understand where you are in the process.

Step 2: Pre-Retrofit Evaluation

Evaluation An energy advisor from the organization you’ve selected will then come to your home at the scheduled time to do a mandatory pre-retrofit – where they will evaluate the energy efficiency of your home.

Step 3: Shop For Green-approved Windows and Doors

The pre-retrofit evaluation will leave you with a few recommended home upgrade options. Review these recommendations and decide what to proceed with based on your budget and renovation plans.

Replacing your windows or sliding doors is an excellent way to improve your home & claim some savings through the Greener Homes Grant. Aging, faulty, leaky, improperly sealed windows can be a major source of unnecessary heat loss, high home energy consumption, and cold drafts and can be subject to condensation problems. In fact, windows can account for up to 25% of the total heat loss for a home! Contact Mystro today to let us help you on saving your energy bills by upgrading efficient windows and doors.

Step 4: Post-Retrofit Evaluation 

Once your home improvement has been made you can book a post-retrofit evaluation. At the scheduled appointment, the advisor will confirm which retrofits were undertaken and provide an estimate of the grant amount you may be eligible for.

Step 5: Request Your Grant 

After your post-retrofit appointment, upload any receipts and documents as proof at the Canada Greener Homes online portal or mail them. At this point, you can also request your reimbursement. Homeowners can expect to receive their reimbursement within a month after their energy-efficient upgrades are certified. The process involves submitting a post-retrofit application through their window and door installation supplier.