Cash back for green upgrade
Sponsored Content - Jul 06, 2021 - Think Local

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The Greener Homes Grant is helping homeowners make their homes more energy-efficient, create new jobs across Canada and fight climate change.

The federal government is giving Canadians a break when it comes to investing in a greener home with the Greener Homes Grant. This initiative set out by the government makes housing more affordable and comfortable—no matter where you live in Canada.

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Receive up to $5,600 in grants for energy efficient retrofits to your home.

Homeowners can apply for up to $5,600 in grants to make energy efficient retrofits to their homes. This includes insulation upgrades, which will also help reduce monthly costs moving forward. With such a forward-thinking initiative in place, there really is no better time to consider energy improvements around your home.

Complementing the federal initiative is the local Fortis BC Rebate Program, which includes a free Energy Saving Kit and Home Evaluation, and a robust money-back program on upgrading your insulation, upgrading certain appliances, installing an electric vehicle charger in your home and much more.

Seeing these programs in place illustrates the strong commitment that Canada is making towards a greener future. In fact, the B.C. government has implemented its BC Energy Step Code program, which aims to build net-zero homes by 2032. More information on the BC Energy Step Code program can be found on Okanagan Insulation Service’s website.

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Working towards a greener future by 2032.

As a leader in the insulation industry, Okanagan Insulation Services has been providing clients and the community with access and information to any rebate or grant program being offered. In conjunction, they strongly support the BC Energy Step Code program and are striving to help builders and homeowners navigate the changes to construction requirements.

“Your home is a complex system that requires expert knowledge in order to work efficiently,” president and general manager Josh Meyer says. “By working together, contractors, homeowners and energy advisors can come up with solutions and opportunities to make a real difference. We’re proud to do our part.”

More information on Okanagan Insulation Services, which has been serving the valley for 40 years, can be found here.

This article is written by or on behalf of the sponsoring client and does not necessarily reflect the views of Okanagan Edge.


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