SolarTO

The City of Toronto’s website and BetterHomesTO website are the only official sources of information about the City’s SolarTO and Home Energy Loan Programs (HELP). The Home Energy Loan Program is temporarily suspending the acceptance of applications as it transitions to an online application process. The program will resume applications on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

Easily find your roof’s solar potential using our SolarTO map.

Through this portal, the City provides information and resources to help Toronto residents and businesses assess the rooftop solar potential of their properties and proceed through the steps to installation. See below for important information to help you get started.

SolarTO Map

Enter any address to find out the solar potential of your rooftop.

About Solar

Learn about the benefits of solar energy, how to assess the potential of your rooftop and available financing.

Installing Solar

Learn about the process of going solar, permitting requirements and some guidance on choosing an installer.

Financing & Incentives

Learn about options offered by the City and Federal Government for residents and businesses.

Key Considerations

A guide to determining if a solar is a good fit for your building.

Solar Plus Storage

Extend the benefits of solar with batteries.

Solar Directory

Find solar companies Greater Toronto Area.

City staff have managed the installation of more than 100 rooftop solar photovoltaic systems, totaling 9 MW, on a variety of City-owned buildings, including community centres, work yards, libraries and EMS stations. Learn more about the City’s solar projects.