Want a more comfortable, affordable, and climate-friendly home? You’re in the right place.
Better Homes Ottawa is your go-to resource for making your home more energy-efficient. Whether you’re just getting started or planning a deep retrofit, we’re here to help every step of the way.
On this site, you’ll find everything you need to plan and complete a home energy retrofit, including:
- Where to begin, and how to make the most impact
- Available programs, incentives, and rebates to support your upgrades
- Trusted services to help you choose the right improvements—and get them done well
- Clear information on deep retrofits: what they are, why they matter, and how they benefit your home and our city
Why It Matters
Buildings are responsible for nearly half of Ottawa’s greenhouse gas emissions. To meet our climate targets, 98% of existing homes—about 327,000—need deep retrofits by 2040. That’s roughly 20,000 homes every year.
The good news? Energy-efficient homes aren’t just better for our climate—they’re healthier, more comfortable, more resilient, and save you money on energy bills. Plus, they help create local, green jobs right here in Ottawa.
Let’s build a better, more sustainable future—starting at home.
Better Homes Ottawa is brought to you by the City of Ottawa, EnviroCentre, and Ottawa Climate Action Fund.
Better Homes Ottawa is made possible thanks to the collaborative support of many partners, including:
