Ontario Solar & Battery Rebate Guide — HRSP Program for Muskoka & Simcoe County
The Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program offers homeowners up to $10,000 in rebates for solar panels and battery storage. Here's everything you need to know.
Ontario Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP)
The HRSP is an Ontario government rebate program designed to help homeowners invest in energy-efficient home upgrades, including solar panels and battery storage systems. The program provides direct financial incentives to reduce the upfront cost of these installations.
Solar Panel Rebate
Up to $5,000 back on qualifying solar panel installations for your Ontario home.
Battery Storage Rebate
Up to $5,000 back on qualifying home battery storage system installations.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Ontario HRSP rebate on solar panels and battery storage, you must meet these requirements:
Who Qualifies
- Ontario homeowners (primary residence or cottage)
- Existing Ontario hydro customer
- Property must be a residential dwelling
- Installation by an approved, qualified installer
- Equipment must meet program specifications
How to Claim
- Work with a qualified, approved installer (that's where we come in)
- Your installer handles rebate paperwork
- Rebate is applied directly to reduce your project cost
- No separate application needed from homeowner
- Installation must be completed by program deadline
ULO vs TOU Rate Comparison
Understanding Ontario's electricity rate plans is key to maximizing your battery savings. The ULO plan was designed for homes with battery storage.
| Rate Period | ULO Plan (¢/kWh) | Standard TOU (¢/kWh) |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra-Low Overnight (11pm–7am) | 3.9 | — |
| Weekend Off-Peak / TOU Off-Peak | 9.8 | 9.8 |
| Mid-Peak | 15.7 | 15.7 |
| On-Peak | 39.1 | 20.3 |
Rates set by the Ontario Energy Board, in effect November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026 (verified 2026-08-15). Source: oeb.ca. The ULO plan's spread between ultra-low overnight (3.9¢) and on-peak (39.1¢) makes battery peak-shifting highly effective. Note: the Ontario Electricity Rebate (currently 23.5%) reduces both rates on your actual bill, so the effective spread after OER is closer to 30¢ vs 3¢ per shifted kWh.
Illustrative Annual Savings Estimate
Based on a typical Ontario home using 30 kWh/day with the ULO rate plan and a 13.5 kWh battery system.
*HRSP battery rebate is $300 per usable kWh, capped at $5,000, capped at 50% of installed cost, and requires a paired new solar PV installation under the same program. A standalone battery, or a battery added to a pre-existing solar array, does not qualify. Program scheduled to end November 30, 2026. Actual savings depend on your home's energy consumption, battery size, and usage patterns.