What is open for Saskatoon homes in 2026
We read the SaskPower and SaskEnergy pages on October 21, 2026. Each card shows the date and links to the source.
Gas furnace
97% AFUE or higher, on SaskEnergy's list. Licensed gas contractor.
Boiler or water heater
Boiler $750, combi boiler $800, tankless or condensing water heater $1,000.
Free upgrades
SaskPower Energy Assistance Program. Homeowners, renters and landlords.
Retrofit rebate
SaskPower's Home Efficiency Retrofit Rebate has ended.
Heat pump, insulation, windows
We found no SaskPower or SaskEnergy rebate for these on October 21, 2026.
Canada’s new heat pump rebate is worth up to $10,000. Get an email the day it opens
Planning a heat pump in Saskatoon? Ottawa says you can add this on top of provincial rebates.
- Up to $10,000
- if your household earns below the median income
- $2,000
- for other homeowners who qualify
Stack it with the Saskatchewan rebate open today
Ottawa says you can combine them. Each program has its own rules. Amounts are the most you can get.
Applications open early 2027
Join the launch alert
- Launch-day email, with what to do first
- Who qualifies for the $10,000, once Ottawa says
- A short hello now, so you know it worked
Know someone with old heating? Send them this.
Only emails about this rebate. No spam, no sales calls. Unsubscribe anytime.
How Ottawa says it will work (plans, not final rules)
- Apply online when your heating breaks or gets old
- Approved in 24 hours no home energy audit needed
- Payment approved in 5 days sent by direct deposit after you upload receipts
Read everything we know so far Official page: canada.ca
What Saskatoon homes look like
The 2021 Census counted 107,050 households in the City of Saskatoon.
- Newer homes. 32,670 homes (31%) were built from 2001 on, and 49,475 (46%) before 1981.
- Owners and renters. 65% own and 35% rent.
- Houses and apartments. 58,315 households (54%) live in single-detached houses and 25,635 in apartment buildings under five storeys.
- Repairs. 4,480 homes (4%) needed major repairs.
The median household total income was $85,000 in 2020, before tax.
The free program that names Saskatoon
SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program installs LED light bulbs, low-flow faucet aerators, a drying rack, high-efficiency showerheads, a block heater timer, pipe wrap and a smart thermostat if you are eligible. SaskPower says it can save up to $230 a year. It is offered in partnership with the Government of Canada, the City of Saskatoon and the City of Swift Current Light and Power, and CLEAResult runs it. With 35% of Saskatoon households renting, it is worth knowing that renters and landlords can apply as well as homeowners. The steps are: apply online, schedule an appointment, have a home visit with an energy coach, and complete a short survey. The phone number is 306-910-7304.
Replacing gas equipment
SaskEnergy's Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate pays $325 for a furnace of 97.0% AFUE or better, $750 for a boiler of 95.0% AFUE or better, $800 for a combi boiler, and $1,000 for a tankless water heater (0.87 UEF) or a condensing water heater (0.80 UEF). The unit must run on natural gas, be on SaskEnergy's list, and replace part of your primary heating or water heating system. A gas contractor licensed through the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan must install it, and you have 120 days to apply. Revised terms took effect August 17, 2026, and SaskEnergy may change or cancel the program at any time.
What ended, and what we did not find
SaskPower's Home Efficiency Retrofit Rebate ended in April 2026. We found no SaskPower or SaskEnergy rebate for heat pumps, insulation or windows. That is a negative result, not proof that none exists. Ottawa's National Heat Pump Rebate is expected in early 2027, and it may matter more in Saskatchewan than any provincial program. See our National Heat Pump Rebate guide.
Every rebate guide for Saskatoon
Where to start in Saskatoon
- Apply for the free Energy Assistance Program first.
- If your furnace or water heater is out of warranty, price a high-efficiency gas replacement.
- Check the unit is on SaskEnergy's eligible list before you buy.
- Use a licensed gas contractor and apply within 120 days.
- Sign up for our federal rebate alert.
Common questions
Is the Energy Assistance Program available in Saskatoon?
Yes. SaskPower offers it in partnership with the City of Saskatoon. It is free for homeowners, renters and landlords.
How much does SaskEnergy pay for a furnace in Saskatoon?
$325 for a furnace of at least 97.0% AFUE on SaskEnergy's list, installed by a licensed gas contractor.
Is there a heat pump rebate in Saskatoon?
We found no provincial heat pump rebate on SaskPower's or SaskEnergy's pages on October 21, 2026.
Does Saskatoon Light and Power matter for the rebates?
SaskPower's Energy Assistance Program names the City of Saskatoon as a partner. Check your electricity bill for your utility.
Can a Saskatoon landlord claim a rebate?
Yes. SaskEnergy's equipment rebate accepts landlords and rental companies that pay the invoice, and the Energy Assistance Program accepts landlords.
What to do next
Not sure where your home fits? Run the Saskatchewan rebate calculator, or read the province guide.
By Sam Menard. Sources, last read October 21, 2026: SaskEnergy: Residential Equipment Replacement Rebate, SaskPower: Energy Assistance Program, SaskPower: Home Efficiency Retrofit Rebate, Statistics Canada 2021 Census Profile. All Saskatoon rebates →
