Provincial program
Save on Energy: Small Business Program
IESO (Independent Electricity System Operator), Ontario · Save on Energy
What it pays
No cost to the business for an assessment, for eligible lighting upgrades up to $3,000, and for eligible non-lighting upgrades up to $2,500; up to $5,500 in direct-install incentives per business
Deadline: none stated on the source page
Direct-install program: a free assessment, then a contractor installs eligible LED lighting, refrigeration upgrades and smart thermostats at no cost to the business up to the stated caps.
Who qualifies
Ontario businesses with an operating capacity of 50 or fewer employees that own or lease their space; tenants need landlord or building-owner consent.
The provider confirms eligibility.
Program status
Verified open 2026-08-25, applications being accepted, no end date published. The program states: "There is no cost to receive an assessment, or to have eligible lighting upgrades of up to $3,000 and non-lighting upgrades of up to $2,500 installed." The program is limited to businesses with 50 or fewer employees. Businesses that took part in the former Small Business Lighting, Refrigeration Efficiency, Business Refrigeration Incentive or RTUsaver programs may still qualify for further upgrades. Smart thermostat incentives are co-funded with Enbridge Gas.
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