The landscape of solar incentives in Alberta has evolved significantly since 2021. Here’s what’s available now to help make your solar installation more affordable.
Current Federal Programs
Federal Clean Technology Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Businesses can now recover up to 30% of the upfront costs of installing a solar energy system. This refundable tax credit applies to investments made by taxable entities in solar PV, wind, and energy-storage technologies and is available through 2034.
Important Note: The federal Canada Greener Homes Grant program is no longer accepting new applications as of 2026. The Greener Homes Loan program ended October 1, 2025, and is no longer available for new applicants.
Municipal Programs in Alberta
Town of Banff Solar Rebate
The most generous municipal program currently available in Alberta:
- Residential: $750 per kW installed, up to 20 kW maximum ($15,000 max rebate)
- Commercial: $750 per kW installed, up to 20 kW maximum
- Requirements: Minimum 2 kW system, CSA/ULC approved equipment, completed Microgeneration Agreement with Fortis
- Note: Building permits required but fees are waived for solar installations
City of Edmonton Multi-Unit Solar Rebate
Edmonton’s solar rebate program now focuses exclusively on multi-unit residential properties:
- Eligibility: Properties with 4+ units or dwellings
- Rebate: $0.50 per watt
- Maximum: $4,000 per dwelling, up to $100,000 total per property owner per calendar year
- Note: Single-family residential rebates are no longer available through the City of Edmonton
- Applications: Available through Change Homes for Climate
Other Municipal Programs:
- Medicine Hat: $200 per kW (up to $1,000)
- Wetaskiwin: $5,000 grants for qualifying systems
- Canmore: $1,250 per residential property
Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP)
One of the most flexible financing options available in Alberta, CEIP allows homeowners and businesses to finance solar installations through their property tax bill with:
- Interest rates: 1.2% – 3.6%
- Terms: Up to 20 years
- No traditional credit check – approval based on property value and tax status
- Transfer with property – if you sell your home, the financing stays with the property
CEIP is available in these municipalities (as of 2026):
Airdrie, Athabasca, Banff, Calgary, Canmore, Cold Lake, Devon, Drayton Valley, Edmonton, Grande Prairie, Leduc, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Okotoks, Pincher Creek, Rocky Mountain House, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Stirling, Stettler, Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, Taber, Westlock
Check with your municipality or contact SolarNinjas to confirm CEIP availability in your area.
Provincial Tax Incentives
100% Tax Deduction for Businesses
Whatever your business spends on solar installation with SolarNinjas will be a 100% tax write-off with accelerated capital cost allowance (75% first year deduction with 50% declining balance). This is an excellent way to accelerate your payback and protect your business’s revenue from taxation. All the income and savings from your solar installation go directly back into your business immediately. Learn more about CCA Class 43.2
Net Metering
Alberta’s Micro-Generation Regulation allows homeowners to earn credits on their utility bills for excess energy exported back to the electrical grid. This province-wide program helps maximize the return on your solar investment.
Solar Financing Options
Even though the federal interest-free loan has ended, several financing options remain:
- 1% interest rate or $100 off an Energy Audit for loans of $5,000+
- Repayment terms of 5-10 years
- No early repayment fees
- Can reduce interest rate by 1% for solar PV projects
TD Bank Solar Financing
Offers personal loans, lines of credit, and business financing options for solar installations.
Scotiabank Green Energy Financing
Finance up to 100% of start-up costs for solar projects with utility payments.
Installer Financing
Many qualified solar installers, including SolarNinjas, offer 0% financing options to help you go solar with minimal upfront cost.
Why Support for Solar Matters
While some question government incentives for renewable energy, it’s worth remembering that traditional energy sectors have received billions in taxpayer support over decades. Solar creates three times the jobs per million dollars invested compared to oil or coal, making these programs a smart investment in Alberta’s economic future.
It’s more than fair that individual taxpayers receive support for making environmentally responsible choices. Solar isn’t cheap to install properly—if it were, everyone would already have it. These incentives help level the playing field and give Alberta families and businesses the freedom to invest in clean, renewable energy that reduces costs and emissions for decades to come.
Act Now – Programs Are Limited
Rebate programs are designed for early adoption. As more Albertans go solar, benefits may be reduced or phased out entirely. The time to take advantage of current incentives is now.
Contact SolarNinjas today to see how we can help you maximize available rebates and incentives for your Edmonton-area solar installation. We’ll handle the paperwork, ensure you qualify for every program available, and design a system that delivers maximum value for your investment.
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