Updated June 2026 · Verified against Transition énergétique Québec (TEQ) / Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP) guidelines
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Hydro-Québec ÉcoPerformance — Simplified Implementation Track

Transition énergétique Québec (TEQ) / Ministère de l'Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs (MELCCFP)
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Up to $100K
Open continuously — no intake deadline
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Co-Funding
75%
Hydro-Québec ÉcoPerformance — Simplified Implementation Track provides Up to $100K per measure; up to $250K per site per year (75% cost coverage). A Quebec government subsidy program (administered by TEQ under MELCCFP) that provides up to 75% cost coverage for small and medium energy consumers converting from fossil fuel heating or refrigeration systems to lower-emissions alternatives. The program covers up to 75% of eligible costs. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Approval odds: ~70% (GrantCompass analysis)
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Program Description

A Quebec government subsidy program (administered by TEQ under MELCCFP) that provides up to 75% cost coverage for small and medium energy consumers converting from fossil fuel heating or refrigeration systems to lower-emissions alternatives. The Simplified Implementation track covers pre-defined eligible measures in targeted commercial sectors — including fuel-to-electric or CO₂ refrigeration conversions in supermarkets, oil/propane-to-heat-pump conversions in commercial and multi-unit residential buildings, and heating electrification in maple syrup facilities and greenhouses. The program is distinct from Hydro-Québec's own rebate programs; it is funded by the provincial Cap-and-Trade system and administered through TEQ. Per-site maximum is $250K/year; per-measure maximum is $100K.

Eligibility Requirements

  • For-profit businesses of any size located in Quebec
  • Large energy consumers are excluded (the Simplified track targets small and medium consumers only)
  • Eligible sectors include: supermarkets and convenience stores (CO₂ refrigeration systems), commercial/institutional/industrial/multi-unit residential buildings (oil or propane heating conversions), maple syrup facilities (fossil fuel heating electrification), and greenhouses (heating electrification)
  • Projects must replace or supplement fossil fuel systems — pure equipment upgrades without fuel-switch are not eligible
  • Project must be completed within 24 months of TEQ application approval
  • Professional engineering services not required for impact measurement (simplified track)
Provinces
Quebec
Industries
Clean Technology Energy Food Beverage Commercial Manufacturing
Business Stage
Growth Established Expansion

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Low
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Funding Details

Amount
Up to $100K per measure; up to $250K per site per year (75% cost coverage)
Type
Grant
Level
Provincial
Co-Funding
Up to 75% of eligible costs
Deadline
Open continuously — no intake deadline

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Competition
Low
Deadline
Ongoing
Approval
Good
Approval Rate
~70%
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1 Confirm Eligible Measure and Sector Verify that your facility and planned project are covered by the Simplified Implementation track: supermarket/convenience store CO₂ refrigeration, oil/propane heating conversion in commercial or multi-unit residential, maple syrup electrification, or greenhouse heating electrification.

Required Documents 5

✓ Application form via TEQ's online portal (transitionenergetique.gouv.qc.ca)
✓ Description of the eligible measure and existing heating/refrigeration system

Eligible Expenses 6

Ineligible Expenses 5

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can sole proprietors apply for this grant?
Yes, sole proprietors qualify as long as they're Quebec-based for-profit businesses in an eligible sector (e.g., supermarkets, maple syrup facilities). No incorporation required.
What's the typical project cost range covered?
Most projects cover $30K–$100K (75% of cost), with common cases like maple syrup operations at $50K–$200K. The $250K max applies to sites with multiple eligible measures in one year.
Do I need a professional engineer to measure energy impact?
No — the Simplified Implementation track explicitly excludes this requirement, unlike the full ÉcoPerformance program. This saves significant pre-project costs.
Can I stack this with Hydro-Québec's OSE program?
Yes, OSE rebates can stack with ÉcoPerformance for different cost items (e.g., OSE for energy management, ÉcoPerformance for equipment). Confirm with both programs.
Is matching funding required, and how does reimbursement work?
Yes, 25% matching required (75% covered). Funds are paid as reimbursement after project completion and submission of receipts, not upfront.

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