Heating Affordability Program

The Heating Affordability Program (HAP) offers income-qualifying homeowners the opportunity to replace their low-efficiency furnaces with high-efficiency furnace at no cost. The program is available to help residential homeowners who may be facing financial barriers lower their monthly energy bills over the long-term and reduce the risk of a carbon monoxide leak.

Funding is available to replace 50 qualifying low-efficiency furnaces with spots filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

There is no public application process. Eligible homeowners will be contacted directly through SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program (EAP).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must participate in SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program
  • Current furnace must be in working condition and have an annual fuel utilization efficiency (AFUE) below 78%
  • Renters/rental properties are not eligible
  • Meet the income qualifications below:

    Total People in  Household                                           Total Combined Annual Household Income Threshold (before tax) of all Adults living in the Home*
    1 person$39,400 or less
    2 persons$49,100 or less
    3 persons$60,400 or less
    4 persons$73,300 or less
    5 persons$83,100 or less
    6 persons$93,700 or less
    7 or more persons$104,400 or less

    *Based on 2023 low income cut-off tax, population 100,000 to 499,999 (low income cut-offs before and after tax by community size and family size, in current dollars) plus 50% and rounded to the nearest hundred dollars.

  • Read more about the program Terms and Conditions.

How It Works

1

Participate in SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program

Homeowners must apply and participate in SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program. A Home Energy Coach from CLEAResult will determine if your home may be eligible for HAP.

2

Invitation and Verification

An invitation to participate in HAP will be sent directly to qualifying homeowners. If you choose to proceed, a follow-up appointment will be scheduled with CLEAResult to verify furnace information and income.

3

Contractor Visit

If all requirements are met during the verification process, SaskEnergy will provide a list of participating SaskEnergy Network Members to choose from. The chosen contractor will visit the home to verify the existing furnace efficiency, review installation options and submit a quote to SaskEnergy for approval.

4

Installation

If approved, a new high-efficiency 96% AFUE single-stage furnace will be installed at no cost. Included with the installation is a programmable thermostat (if needed), modifications to the venting and 3 furnace filters.