Furnace Upgrade Program

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The Furnace Upgrade Program supports homeowners in replacing aging furnaces with electric heat pumps, contributing to improved home comfort, more efficient energy use and a healthier environment. Learn about the options available below.

What to Expect

Through this program, residents will be able to:

  • Connect with a Free Energy Coach
    Receive personalized advice to understand your home’s energy needs and explore equipment options.
  • Learn About Heat Pumps
    Discover how heat pumps work, their benefits and why they’re a smart alternative to conventional furnaces.
  • Access Information and Resources
    Get help understanding what offers and rebates you may qualify for. Get access to qualified contractors, service providers and professionals through Toronto Hydro's Cleantech Services Directory.

Why Heat Pumps?

Heat pumps are a clean, efficient and comfortable way to heat and cool your home that can replace your gas furnace. They offer:

  • Year-round comfort by providing both heating and cooling in one system.
  • Lower environmental impact through reduced greenhouse gas emissions and less reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Reduced energy consumption, operating 2 to 4 times more efficiently than conventional furnaces.

Learn more about heat pumps.

Energy Coaching Services

The City has collaborated with Toronto Hydro to provide free energy coaching services to help you navigate upgrades to your home, including guidance on clean heating and cooling technologies, along with access to qualified contractors, service providers and professionals through Toronto Hydro's Cleantech Services Directory.

Energy coaching services are available virtually to Toronto residents (homeowners and tenants) living in low-rise homes (detached, semi-detached, townhouse, row house or multiplex). This includes homes with secondary units, such as basement and laneway suites.

For more information or to request an appointment, see Toronto Hydro Energy Coaching.

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