The Home Energy Savings Program is an initiative that helps people save money and improve their homes’ comfort through energy-saving renovations. In collaboration with our community partners, we provide outreach, education, and free guidance so that rural households can complete energy-efficient home improvements with the help of rebates and accredited contractors. We understand the many obstacles to completing a home renovation and are working to reduce the barriers rural communities face when trying to access rebates and contractors. Our program is currently offered to Vancouver Island, Gulf and Discovery Islands, the Sunshine Coast, and Prince Rupert.
- The participation process
- Our FAQ
- Publicly available resources and rebate programs
- Terms of Service
If you would like to collaborate with Ecotrust Canada to improve energy security and affordability in your community, contact us.
Who we are
Ecotrust Canada is a registered charity with nearly 30 years of experience partnering with rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. This program is part of the Community Energy program, which has been supporting households and communities in installing cost-saving home energy retrofits for the past seven years. This project is led by Ecotrust Canada, funded by Natural Resources Canada through its Toward Net-Zero Homes, and implemented in collaboration with our community partners. This program currently serves households in the North Vancouver Island and Prince Rupert regions. It aims to support and empower households to increase their home energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions while also reducing energy costs, energy insecurity, air pollution, and safety hazards.
Michael-Anthony, Program Manager
Michael-Anthony joined Ecotrust Canada’s Community Energy team to advance energy and housing justice in rural communities. With a background in criminology, building science, and organic farming, he combines his diverse experiences to address upstream issues pragmatically. Learn more.
Testimonial
Jerry Olney lives in Alert Bay, on the northern tip of Vancouver Island, BC. He had many difficulties retrofitting his home until he signed up for Ecotrust Canada’s Home Energy Savings Program. Michael- Anthony Lutfy helped Jerry get several grants totalling over $23,000 to install a new heat pump, insulation, and an air exchange system. Jerry is now saving money on his monthly energy bills, and he’s living more comfortably in his home.