⚠️ Programs change frequently. The information on this page reflects what was available as of July 2026. Verify current amounts and eligibility directly with Énergir or Hydro-Québec before purchasing.

Quebec’s smart thermostat rebate landscape divides into two groups, and knowing which one you’re in changes which thermostat to buy and which rebate to claim.

The key split:
– Hydro-Québec customers (the majority of Quebec homes): you have electric heating, almost certainly baseboard heaters. Your smart thermostat options are Mysa and Sinopé. Your rebate path runs through Hydro-Québec’s programs.
– Énergir customers: you have natural gas heating with a central furnace. Your smart thermostat options include ecobee, Nest, and Honeywell. Your rebate path runs through Énergir’s Mieux consommer program.

Get this right before you buy.

What’s Available Right Now

Program Who It Covers Est. Rebate Thermostat Type
Énergir Mieux consommer Énergir gas customers Up to ~$100 Central HVAC (ecobee, Nest, Honeywell)
Hydro-Québec programs Hydro-QC electric customers Varies, verify Baseboard (Sinopé, Mysa) or central electric
Éco Rénovation (provincial) Quebec homeowners Varies by measure Check eligibility for thermostat component

Énergir Smart Thermostat Rebate

Énergir (formerly Gaz Métro) is Quebec’s main natural gas distributor. Their Mieux consommer program offers rebates on smart thermostats for gas-heated homes.

What the program offers:
– Rebates of up to ~$100 (or up to 75% of the purchase price, whichever is less) on qualifying ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostats
– Available to Énergir residential customers as homeowners or tenants who pay the gas bill

Who’s eligible:
– Must be an active Énergir gas customer
– Must be for a primary residence
– Thermostat must appear on the current Énergir qualifying model list

Qualifying thermostats (Énergir programs):
– ecobee Premium / Enhanced, frequently on the Énergir list
– Google Nest Learning Thermostat / Nest Thermostat
– Honeywell Home T9 / T10
– Amazon Smart Thermostat

Important: These are central-HVAC thermostats. They don’t work with electric baseboard heaters. If your heating is gas (central furnace), these are your options.

How to claim:
1. Check the current Énergir qualifying list at the Mieux consommer portal
2. Purchase a qualifying model and keep your itemized receipt
3. Submit your claim online within the deadline (typically 90–180 days)
4. Have your Énergir account number ready

Hydro-Québec Programs

Hydro-Québec serves roughly 75% of Quebec homes, the vast majority on electric heating (baseboard heaters, electric convectors, or electric radiant systems). This is where Quebec’s baseboard-focused thermostat market comes from.

Hydro-Québec’s direct smart thermostat rebate programs have been more limited and variable compared to Énergir’s. Their programs have historically focused more on demand-response (their Hilo platform, for example) and energy efficiency more broadly.

What to look for:
– Hilo by Hydro-Québec: Hydro-Québec’s smart home energy platform. Compatible thermostats can participate in demand-response events for bill credits. Sinopé Zigbee thermostats integrate with Hilo. This is an ongoing benefit, not a one-time rebate.
– Rebates via retailers: Hydro-Québec has periodically partnered with retailers on in-store discount events. Check the Hydro-Québec website for current promotions.
– Other Hydro-Québec programs: Energy efficiency financing and rebate programs vary. A smart thermostat may qualify as part of a broader home efficiency package.

Verify directly: Hydro-Québec programs for thermostats specifically have been harder to track than Énergir’s. Go to hydroquebec.com and search for their current residential efficiency programs before purchasing.

The Quebec Baseboard Reality

Quebec is distinctive in Canada for its heating mix. Because of historically low Hydro-Québec electricity rates, most Quebec homes were built with electric baseboard heating rather than gas. This means:

Most Quebec homes need a line-voltage smart thermostat (Mysa or Sinopé), not the Nest or ecobee you see advertised nationally.

Sinopé is a Quebec company (Saint-Eustache, QC). Their Neviweb ecosystem is well-established in the province, and Sinopé thermostats have had better-than-average rebate eligibility in Quebec programs over the years. If you’re buying a baseboard thermostat in Quebec, Sinopé is worth considering first.

Mysa (Newfoundland) also has strong Quebec availability and is widely carried at Home Depot and Best Buy.

See Best Smart Thermostats for Electric Baseboard Heating in Canada for the full comparison, and Mysa vs Sinopé: Which Line-Voltage Smart Thermostat Wins? for a head-to-head.

Qualifying Models for Quebec Programs

Two sections: (1) Central HVAC models for Énergir customers, (2) Baseboard models for Hydro-Québec customers

For Énergir customers (gas heat, central HVAC):
– ecobee Premium / Enhanced
– Google Nest
– Honeywell Home T9/T10
– Amazon Smart Thermostat

For Hydro-Québec customers (electric baseboard):
– Sinopé, Quebec-made; Hilo-compatible Zigbee models available
– Mysa V2

How to Claim Your Quebec Rebate

For a full step-by-step walkthrough that applies across all Canadian programs, see How to Claim a Smart Thermostat Rebate in Canada.

Quebec-specific steps:
1. Confirm your heating type (gas = Énergir, electric = Hydro-Québec)
2. Visit your utility’s current rebate page and download the qualifying model list
3. Purchase a model from the list and keep the full itemized receipt
4. Submit your claim online within the program’s deadline
5. Have your account number (Énergir or Hydro-Québec) and proof of purchase ready

Can You Stack Quebec Programs?

In some years, Quebec homeowners have been able to claim both an Énergir rebate and a provincial program rebate (such as Éco Rénovation) on a related energy project. Stacking a utility rebate and a provincial measure on the same thermostat specifically is less common but worth asking about when you contact your utility.

You cannot claim an Énergir rebate if you’re a Hydro-Québec customer. The programs are utility-specific.

For the full national rebate landscape, see Smart Thermostat Rebates in Canada by Province.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I’m an Énergir or Hydro-Québec customer?
Look at your heating bill. If you pay for natural gas, you’re an Énergir customer. If you pay for electricity and your home heats with baseboard or electric convectors, you’re a Hydro-Québec customer. Some homes have both (electricity for baseboards, gas for a stove or water heater); if gas is your primary heat source, you likely qualify for Énergir programs.

Does Sinopé qualify for Hydro-Québec rebates?
Sinopé models have appeared on Quebec utility qualifying lists in past program years. Verify the current Hydro-Québec list before purchasing, since eligibility changes.

Can I participate in Hilo with Sinopé thermostats?
Yes. Hilo (Hydro-Québec’s smart home energy platform) supports Sinopé Zigbee thermostats connected through the Neviweb hub. Participation in Hilo events earns bill credits. This is separate from a purchase rebate; it’s an ongoing enrollment benefit.

Is there a French-language interface for these thermostats?
The Mysa app is available in French. Sinopé’s Neviweb app also supports French. Both companies serve the Quebec market and have French-language customer support.

Can renters claim Quebec rebates?
For Énergir programs, tenants who pay the gas bill in their name may qualify. For Hydro-Québec programs, similar rules apply. Check with the specific program, since some require the account holder to apply.

Are there Quebec rebates for installing in a cottage?
Some Quebec programs are limited to primary residences. A secondary property (cottage, rental unit) may not qualify. Confirm with Énergir or Hydro-Québec when you apply.