If you have been researching a dual fuel heating system, you have probably seen three different rebate amounts quoted online: $10,000, $5,000 and $4,000. All three were true at one point. FortisBC has changed this program several times since it launched, and many websites have not kept up.
This guide walks through every change in order, what the program pays today, who qualifies, and how the July 2026 CleanBC updates affect your options. For a full overview of every program available to BC homeowners, visit our current HVAC rebates page.
A dual fuel system pairs an electric heat pump with a high efficiency gas furnace. A connected thermostat decides which one runs based on the outdoor temperature.
On mild days, the heat pump handles heating and cooling efficiently. When temperatures drop below a set switchover point, the gas furnace takes over. You get year round comfort, air conditioning in summer, and reliable heat on the coldest nights of the year.
For North Shore and Lower Mainland homes with existing ductwork and an aging gas furnace, it is often the most practical way to add cooling while lowering energy use.
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FortisBC introduced the dual fuel rebate in July 2024 at $10,000 for eligible homeowners replacing an older gas furnace. An income qualified version offered $15,000, plus bonuses for connected thermostats and northern homes.
Participation was much higher than FortisBC expected. Effective May 1, 2025, the standard rebate was cut from $10,000 to $5,000. At the same time, the $15,000 income qualified dual fuel rebate closed after becoming fully subscribed. Homeowners who had quotes and deposits in place before April 30, 2025 had until May 31, 2025 to complete installs at the old amount.
FortisBC's live program page now lists the dual fuel rebate at $4,000. If you received a quote earlier in the year based on $5,000, it is worth confirming the current amount with your contractor before you commit.
CleanBC also updated its income qualified Energy Savings Program on July 6, 2026, reducing heat pump rebates for homes switching from oil, propane or natural gas across all income levels. This matters if you were hoping to combine programs, because the amounts available through CleanBC are now lower than they were in the first half of the year.
For a typical North Vancouver or Lower Mainland home, the realistic total is the base rebate plus the thermostat rebate, and the two upgrade bonus if you also complete an eligible insulation or window upgrade.
The core eligibility rules have stayed consistent through each change. To qualify, you need:
New construction, additions, and garage upgrades are not eligible. Replacing an existing dual fuel system does not qualify, and neither does replacing a boiler or an electric heating system.
This is where many applications run into trouble. The new system must:
Self installations are not eligible, and neither are warranty replacements or insurance claims.
Our heat pump installation team handles the heat load calculation, commissioning and paperwork as part of every dual fuel install.
Only partly. BC programs allow one primary space heating rebate per home. If you claim the FortisBC dual fuel rebate, you cannot also claim a separate heat pump or furnace rebate for the same installation.
What you can usually add on top:
Since the July 2026 CleanBC changes, income qualified heat pump rebates are lower than before. If you are deciding between a dual fuel system and a fully electric heat pump, it is worth comparing the rebate available for each option before choosing. Our rebates page lists the programs currently available.
Applications can take up to 90 days to process. You can find the official program details on the FortisBC dual fuel rebate page.
For many homes, yes. The rebate was never the main reason to install a dual fuel system. It is a practical upgrade if your gas furnace is nearing the end of its life, you want air conditioning, and you prefer having gas backup for cold snaps.
A smaller rebate does shift the math, so the right choice depends on your home, your ductwork, and what other incentives you qualify for. A good contractor will price out the options side by side rather than pushing one system.
FortisBC dual fuel rebates have changed three times in two years, and they may change again. The safest approach is to confirm the current amount at the time of your quote and work with a contractor who handles the application requirements every day.
Eco Pro Heating & Cooling is a member of the Home Performance Contractor Network, and our red sealed technicians install dual fuel systems across North Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Contact us for a free quote and we will confirm exactly which rebates apply to your home before any work begins.
How much is the FortisBC dual fuel rebate right now?
FortisBC currently lists the dual fuel heating system rebate at $4,000. A connected thermostat rebate and a two upgrade bonus may also apply.
Why did the rebate drop from $10,000?
Demand was higher than FortisBC anticipated. The rebate was reduced to $5,000 on May 1, 2025, and has since been lowered to $4,000.
Is the $15,000 income qualified dual fuel rebate still available?
No. It closed in 2025 after the program became fully subscribed.
Can I get the dual fuel rebate if I have a boiler?
No. The program only applies when replacing a gas furnace that is at least 10 years old.
Can I combine the dual fuel rebate with a CleanBC heat pump rebate?
No. Only one primary space heating rebate is allowed per home. You can still add the thermostat rebate and the two upgrade bonus where eligible.
How long do I have to apply?
Applications must be submitted within six months of your invoice date.
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