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Nova Scotia Grants for Homeowners: 28 Grants, Rebates & Tax Credits

Nova Scotia Grants for Homeowners (2018)

Nova Scotians have many blessings: Peggy’s Cove, Celtic music, and big men wearing small kilts.

But did you know that there are many Nova Scotia grants for homeowners?

It’s true! Homeowners in Nova Scotia can take advantage of 33 government rebates and grants.

Let’s take a look…

Housing Nova Scotia Grants

low income home owner

  • Emergency Repair Program

The Emergency Repair Program helps low-income homeowners in rural areas pay for emergency repairs so they can continue to safely live in their homes. You can receive a grant of up to $7,000 for such eligible repairs as these:

  • Heating systems
  • Chimneys
  • Doors and Windows
  • Foundations
  • Roofs, walls, floors, and ceilings
  • Vents, louvres
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical Systems

Contact Housing Nova Scotia at 1-844-424-5110 for more information.

  • Provincial Housing Emergency Repair Program

This additional program administered by Housing Nova Scotia helps homeowners make emergency repairs to their homes. Eligible homeowners can receive a forgivable loan up to $6,500 to help cover the costs of materials and labour.

Contact Housing Nova Scotia at 1-844-424-5110 for more information.

  • Home Ownership Preservation

Does your home require major repairs? If you qualify for this program and agree to stay in your home for 10 years, you can get funding to repair any of the following structural areas of your home:

  • Structural
  • Framework
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical System
  • Fire Safety
  • Heating System

The amount of funding you can get is dependent on a variety of factors, so call Housing Nova Scotia at 1-844-424-5110 to apply and get more information

  • The Senior Citizens Assistance Program

If you are a Nova Scotian senior and would like to stay in your home but can’t afford the necessary repairs to roofing, plumbing, or heating, Housing Nova Scotia is ready to give you a grant of up to $6,500 to cover these costs.

senior citizen

  • Home Adaptations for Seniors’ Independence

As we age, sometimes we need to make modifications to our homes to make it easier to retain our independence.

Housing Nova Scotia wants to help you achieve that, so they will give grants of up to $3,500 to eligible seniors to help make the necessary modifications so long as you agree to remain in your home for at least another 6 months after the project is completed.

  • Family Modest Housing Program

To help low- to modest-income families achieve their dream of homeownership, Housing Nova Scotia will provide eligible families with a mortgage of up to $70,000. Call 1-844-424-5110 for more information.

  • Small Loans Assistance Program

For those who already own their own home and want or need to make improvements to it, Housing Nova Scotia will supply eligible homeowners with a small loan of up to $20,000 to help fund the improvements.

  • Access-A-Home Program

Should you need to make your current home accessible for you or someone in your household in a wheelchair, this program will provide eligible homeowners with a grant of up to $7,000.

Federal & Provincial Grants and Rebates for Nova Scotia Homeowners

Genworth Financial Energy-Efficient Housing Program or CMHC Mortgage Loan Insurance Refund

  • GST/HST New Housing Rebate (1.5% of GST/HST)

Don’t let the name of this one fool you—this is not just for new-home builders. The New Housing Rebate is meant to defray part of the GST/HST paid when you purchase a new house OR a substantially renovated house.

This program would also apply to you if you purchased shares in a co-operative housing (co-op) complex. Mobile homes (including modular homes) and floating homes also qualify.

Assuming you’re doing $100,000 worth of renovations to your home, you would get back $1,500 through this rebate.

  • RRSP Home Buyers’ Plan

This additional program administered by Housing Nova Scotia helps homeowners make emergency repairs to their homes. Eligible homeowners can receive a forgivable loan up to $6,500 to help cover the costs of materials and labour.

Contact Housing Nova Scotia at 1-844-424-5110 for more information.

  • Home Buyers’ Tax Credit

The THBTC is a non-refundable tax credit that helps homeowners recover closing costs such as legal expenses and inspections. First-time buyers can claim up to $5,000 for the purchase of a qualifying home on their personal tax return on the year of purchase. However, you cannot have lived in another home you or your partner owned in the previous 4 years.

If you have a disability (i.e., you are eligible for the disability tax credit) or if you bought the house to improve accessibility for someone who is disabled, you do not have to be a first-time home buyer.

Canadian Seniors

  • Your Energy Rebate

Designed to help with the rising cost of home energy, this Service Nova Scotia rebate is automatically applied to your power bill for most people (those homes fueled by home-delivered oil, propane, firewood, and natural gas).

Those with homes powered by other energy sources, such as kerosene, coal, and wood pellets need to apply. The rebate you receive is equal to the provincial portion of the HST on your bill.

  • First-Time Home Buyers Rebate

The province will provide a rebate of 18.75% of the provincial portion of the HST for qualifying first-time home buyers (you haven’t owned and occupied a home in Canada in the last 5 years) who purchase a newly constructed home.

They will also provide a rebate of 1.31% of the purchase price of capital stock in a housing cooperative, up to $3,000, on newly built homes.

  • Home Warming Low Income Program

Clean Foundation and Efficiency Nova Scotia are working together to make the homes of low-income homeowners warm and comfortable. Eligible homeowners can have a free energy assessment done, and depending on the results, they will provide all the necessary upgrades at no cost to you.

This program is funded by the provincial government and Nova Scotia Power. Call 1-877-434-2136 or go online for more information or to apply.

Municipal Grants & Rebates for Nova Scotia Homeowners

Genworth Financial Energy-Efficient Housing Program or CMHC Mortgage Loan Insurance Refund

  • Continuing Care – Supportive Care Program

Though this program is funded by the province, it is run by local municipalities. If you’re a Nova Scotia resident with a qualifying cognitive impairment, you could qualify for up to $500/month to purchase home-support services (personal care, respite, meal preparation, and household chores) and up to $495/year for snow removal services.

  • Heritage Incentives Program

This additional program administered by Housing Nova Scotia helps homeowners make emergency repairs to their homes. Eligible homeowners can receive a forgivable loan up to $6,500 to help cover the costs of materials and labour.

Contact Housing Nova Scotia at 1-844-424-5110 for more information.

  • checkconservation advice grants (50% of the costs to a maximum of$3,000)
  • checkconservation work grants (up to 50% of the eligible costs to a maximum of $10,000 every 2 years)
  • checktax rebates (a full rebate on the provincial tax for materials used on the outside of the building)

While this program is available in many Nova Scotia municipalities, each one has slightly different eligibility requirements and grant amounts available. Check your municipality’s website for the specifics in your area.

  • Halifax Senior Snow Removal

Low-income seniors (over 65) and people with a disability who live in a single dwelling home (as opposed to an apartment or condo) can access this snow removal program that will clear the snow from your walks, steps, and ramps. Simply contact the City of Halifax for more information.

Nova Scotia Power Rebates

Nova Scotia Power Enhanced Net Metering

  • Nova Scotia Power Enhanced Net Metering

This program encourages Nova Scotians to install a source of renewable energy such as a wind turbine or set of solar panels – or even a small hydro or biomass generator – to help power their home or business.

If you produce more energy than you’ve used, you’ll receive a credit on your next bill. If at the end of a year you’ve still produced more electricity than you’ve used, they’ll provide a cash payment for the surplus energy that has not already been applied to your power bill.

  • Nova Scotia Power Line Rebate

If you’re a homeowner who’s had to make a payment to build an extension to receive electrical service, you could be eligible for a rebate for a part of the installation cost.

Efficiency Nova Scotia Rebates

Home Renovation

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia Instant and Service Rebates

Thanks to this new, innovative program to make Nova Scotia more energy efficient and easier on the environment, you stand to get a lot of money back when you work to make your home greener.

This particular program is composed of two parts: instant rebates and service rebates.

  • checkInstant rebates: get $75 back when you switch out either your old clothes washer or refrigerator with a new, energy efficient, qualifying one.
  • checkService rebates: there are 20 service rebates you could take advantage of after having a Home Energy Assessment done:
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Basement slab insulation ($100)
  • Ceiling insulation (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Centrally ducted heat pumps (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Draft proofing (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Drain water heat recovery ($100)
  • Ductless mini-split heat pump (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Exposed floor insulation ($100)
  • Exterior wall insulation (up to $1,800)
  • Foundation insulation (up to $1,250)
  • Ground source heat pumps (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Heat recovery ventilation ($100)
  • Pellet furnaces and boilers (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Pellet stove (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Solar air heating equipment (get the rebate through the Home Energy Assessment program or the Green Heat program)
  • Basement header insulation ($100)
  • Efficiency Nova Scotia Home Energy Assessment

Homeowners can use this program to receive their service rebates by booking a Home Energy Assessment. Going this route not only gives you access to more information on how best to make your home energy efficient but it also opens up ways to save more money. You could potentially get up to $5,000 in rebates this way!

Nova Scotia Home Construction

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia New Home Construction

If you’re building a new home in Nova Scotia, why not make it energy efficient from the ground floor?

Taking advantage of this program gets you access to a certified Energy Advisor who will look at your plans and show you where your efficiency can be improved (and give you an Energy Rating to share).

Plus, you could be eligible for up to $5,000 in rebates!

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia Appliance Retirement

If you’re one of those people who would love to buy new appliances but don’t quite know what to do with your old appliances, consider taking advantage of this program. They will pick up your old, working fridge or freezer for free, properly recycle it, make sure the CFCs are removed, and then give you $30. Add an air conditioner and get an extra $10 or add a mini fridge or mini freezer and get an extra $10.

  • Efficiency Nova Scotia Mercury Collection

Bring your mercury-containing products to the drop-off location nearest you and they’ll recycle them for you, free of charge.

There you have it! For those lucky enough to live in Nova Scotia, there are many, many programs to take advantage of to save money and be nicer to the Earth.

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Comments

  1. Colleen says

    April 30, 2018 at 2:07 pm

    I am 58 i want to put an apartment in my small home ..to make ends meet.My income is roughly 15 thousand a yr. I just bought a home in NS in October 2017 is there any grants for this.

  2. Karen Matthews-Mansfield says

    July 19, 2018 at 8:44 pm

    Good Evening,my name is Karen Matthews-Mansfield and I am sending you this message for my elderly parents who are still living in their own home and have been for over 50 years.My mother is a stroke victim as of December 15,2007.My father is her full time care giver.She is 77 yrs old and he is going on 82 yrs old. They do have VON that comes in twice a day,also they do get respite a couple times a week.The problem being that they do need their home to be renovated,they need a new roof and a new heat pump system,they are still on oil heat and they go through alot of oil since my mother is always cold. My father says that he tried to get a grant or some assistance but they told him that he makes to much money to get any help. They both get the old age pension and not much more than that.Dad used to work for his brother many years ago building new homes until retirement and my mother used to work for Stanfields Ltd in Truro. Can anything be done to get them some financial assistance at all? Please help.

  3. Mary Dobbin says

    August 15, 2018 at 8:41 am

    What is the income level to enable you to apply for these grants? And if you received a grant for emergency plumbing, would you still be eligible for a roof repair grant?

  4. Mary Whitman says

    August 17, 2018 at 8:17 am

    I purchased a home 3 and half years ago. It was a mortgage sale in the winter time. I have discovered that my well is to close to my sewage. Its under 25 feet. Also, my plumbing is atrocious! I don’t understand why all water is shut off when purchasing the house. I have been forced to go on disability since I purchased my house. Are there any grants that I can apply for to get this mess fixed? Thank you!

  5. Jenny McGillivary says

    August 21, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    What bothers me so much about this website is the fact that the house shown in this “show me the green” ad is way more than anyone with a low income would be able to afford. However, I was told by a representative yesterday that I needed to be low income to qualify for any of these supports. The house in that photo is certainly not in a low income budget.

  6. David says

    September 3, 2018 at 2:02 pm

    hi,
    I have a son living with us due to work injury disability .He was put on Hydromorphines which causes him a chemical imbalance in his brain which caused him to become very aggressive and destroyed my house.I am disabled myself but my wife works and we make more than allowed for low income support but not enough to pay for repairs ourself.The doctor caused this problem but my house insurance will not contact me back. Is there a grany for my situation.?

  7. Violet says

    September 12, 2018 at 11:49 am

    I am a 55 year old lady in a mini home I made 20 thousands last year and this year will be a lot last maybe 7 thousands. Is there any grants for me

  8. Wanda says

    September 14, 2018 at 4:44 pm

    I bought a home in 1990 with this help,Family modest housing.Today I’m mortage free best decision I ever made,I highly recommend it…

  9. Mark says

    September 16, 2018 at 10:42 am

    Great news, Wanda! Thanks for your comment!

  10. janie violet dunphy says

    September 17, 2018 at 1:09 pm

    I need some heat in my basement there is now but it gets so cold still its like being out side cant sleep and it needs some up grades haven’t got the money to do it over ;:( need help please consider me I no there are lots maybe in need more than me but I really need help thank you

  11. janie violet dunphy says

    September 17, 2018 at 1:19 pm

    is there an application that can be sent in the mail I’m not very good with computers please Janie v dunphy 212 Mapleview drive north Sydney b2a3k3 for basement renovations and heat down there thank you

  12. Sandra says

    September 17, 2018 at 5:35 pm

    Anyone needing home improvements can try housing nova scotia, they have grant services for elderly, disabled ect.

  13. lorraine young says

    September 27, 2018 at 10:00 am

    I am a widow and now on long term disabilty ,is there any grants or ways of saving in taxes ?

  14. Brenda Forward says

    September 30, 2018 at 1:35 pm

    My husband & I still own our own home and we were wondering if there is a grant for home improvements such as siding. We recently had to spend 10,000 on roof and other repairs because of a leaky roof that the water was going into our light fixtures and the insurance company wouldn’t cover it.

  15. karl Dash says

    October 4, 2018 at 5:19 pm

    i need my basement updated it is a stone wall & leaks

  16. Chantelle says

    October 5, 2018 at 3:55 pm

    My mother is in her late 70’s and lives alone since my father passed away. She uses oil to heat her house but this is very pricey. She would like a heat pump but can’t afford one, is there a grant for this?

  17. Linda Densmore says

    November 2, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    We live in our home we did get new windows but can’t afford to replace the living room window it has two small parts that open the window is over 30 years old and very drafty we priced one about two years ago the window was 2,000.00 so we couldn’t get it is their help for that I am 65 my husband is 71

  18. Michel Faizandier says

    December 6, 2018 at 11:41 am

    Hi; I was reading all the comments above and do not see any comment from the site owner. Maybe you answer them through they Email address. I think it would probably be preferable to use this site.
    I, myself in a process of building a smaller house and I do want it with a minimum amount of energy use for heat and light and also as maintenance free as possible with solar panels (Today usage is 9KW average per day, I do have a wood boiler and oil backup..5.5 cords yearly and that too much).
    Any suggestions double pan windows versus triple pan? double outside wall with polystyrene insulation? minimum of wall exposure to the outside (Octogonal plans, 2 stories)? Only windows where needed?

  19. Cindy says

    January 17, 2019 at 9:48 am

    To whom it may concern.

    I’m looking to get a grant for my bathroom. My 10 year old boy has cerebral palsy and can not shower in our bathroom and can’t really afford to redo our bathroom! I think we are a low income family (I babysit a few kids and my husband works as a landscaper which is seasonal). Can you point me the right direction please.

    Thank you
    Cindy

  20. Debbie says

    April 7, 2019 at 5:44 pm

    What is the maximum income for a senior family to be able to qualify for some of these home improvement grants?

  21. Jackie Bezanson says

    April 9, 2019 at 5:47 am

    Hi I have several issues I need to get fixed. I just don’t know where to start? Can you help. Thanks Jackie

  22. Sheila says

    April 17, 2019 at 1:04 pm

    Hi. We need help with our leaky roof. Could you tell me please how the amount of help given is determined.

  23. Chris says

    June 27, 2019 at 12:43 pm

    My parents live in stellarton nova Scotia . My father is 66 and unemployed. They live in an older home and it’s hard to heat . Could you please send me some info on the Grant’s that may be available to them to insulate there home and maybe update the heating system . He is getting to old to log wood around and often cant maintain a comfortable temperature . I am worried about him . Thanks for any info or links .

  24. Andrea Noylander says

    August 19, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    Hi
    I live in the historic African Nova Scotian Community of Hmmonds Plains, currently we have developers building multi unit buildings in our community. We have been here for five generations and are certainly worried about gentrification and losing our community. We are wondering if there are A. Grants available for community development or B. Grants available for perhaps converting an existing family home into a multi unit senior living home.

    Thank You

  25. Carolyn Hines says

    August 27, 2019 at 12:39 pm

    Are there any grants available for heat pumps

  26. Trina Delong says

    May 11, 2022 at 8:05 pm

    Can you send me some info please

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