Tax Credit
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Manitoba Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit
Government of Manitoba — Department of Finance
Maximum Credit
7.5%–15% refundable tax credit on eligible capital costs
Ongoing
Difficulty
Easy
Payment
Tax Credit Offset
Trend
Stable
First-Timers
Friendly ✓
Credit rate
15%
Manitoba Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit provides up to 7.5%–15% refundable tax credit on eligible capital costs. Refundable Manitoba tax credit of 7.5%–15% for individuals and businesses purchasing and installing new geothermal heat pump systems, solar thermal energy systems, or biomass fuel energy equipment in Manitoba. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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Eligibility & Details
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Program Description
Refundable Manitoba tax credit of 7.5%–15% for individuals and businesses purchasing and installing new geothermal heat pump systems, solar thermal energy systems, or biomass fuel energy equipment in Manitoba. Credit rates: geothermal 15% (with MGEA-certified installer), solar thermal 10%, biomass 15% (business use only). Claimed on annual Manitoba income tax return. Ongoing.
Eligibility Requirements
- Property owners installing eligible geothermal heat pump systems in Manitoba
- Purchasers of solar thermal energy systems installed and used in Manitoba
- Businesses installing biomass fuel energy equipment in Manitoba (business use only — biomass stream not available to residential-only applicants)
- Equipment must be new (not reconditioned or remanufactured)
- Equipment must be installed and used in Manitoba
- Geothermal heat pumps: must meet minimum coefficient of performance (COP) ratings — 3.3 closed loop, 3.6 open loop
- Geothermal systems: installer must be certified by the Manitoba Geothermal Energy Alliance (MGEA) to claim the 15% rate
- Non-residential solar systems: must have a commissioning report from a professional engineer
- Any government assistance received reduces the eligible capital cost for credit calculation
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Difficulty
Easy
Competition
Low
First-Timer
Friendly
Funding Details
- Amount
- 7.5%–15% refundable tax credit on eligible capital costs
- Type
- Tax Credit
- Level
- Provincial
- Credit rate
- Up to 15% of eligible costs
- Deadline
- Ongoing
Program Scorecard
Competition, effort, and approval at a glance
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Deadline
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Entitlement
Accessibility
3/5
Moderate — standard application process
Competition
1/5
Low competition — good odds of approval
Difficulty
2/5
Easy — minimal documentation
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How to claim
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Insider TipThe geothermal credit has two tiers: 7.5% on Manitoba-manufactured heat pumps themselves, PLUS 15% on the remaining system capital costs — but only when the installer is certified by the Manitoba Geothermal Energy Alliance (MGEA).
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Rejection Pitfalls 7
- Equipment is reconditioned or remanufactured (not new)
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Success Profile
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Evaluation Criteria
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What's in this Playbook
Everything you need to claim Manitoba Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit
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- Insider tip from program officers on what separates winners
- 3-program stacking strategy to combine with compatible funding
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Application Playbook
Step-by-step process, required documents, and expenses
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Application Steps
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Select qualifying equipment and verify technical standards Confirm equipment is new. For geothermal: verify the heat pump meets minimum COP (3.3 closed loop, 3.6 open loop). For solar: confirm CSA F378-87 compliance. Engage an MGEA-certified contractor for geothermal (required for 15% rate).
Required Documents 6
✓ Manitoba Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit Worksheet (geothermal and solar installations)
✓ Invoices and receipts for equipment purchase and installation
Eligible Expenses 5
Ineligible Expenses 7
Claim timing
Deadline Notes
Ineligible Organizations
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- Ineligible organizations
Funding Stack Strategy
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Compatible Programs
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Clawback Risk
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Manitoba Green Energy Equipment Tax Credit refundable?
Yes — fully refundable. If the credit exceeds your Manitoba provincial tax payable, you receive the excess as a cash refund.
Do I need MGEA certification to claim the geothermal credit?
Yes — to claim the 15% rate on geothermal system capital costs, your installer must be certified by the Manitoba Geothermal Energy Alliance (MGEA). An uncertified installer results in a lower credit rate. Verify certification before signing the installation contract.
Can residential property owners claim the biomass credit?
No — the biomass fuel energy equipment credit (15%) is restricted to business use. Residential-only biomass installations do not qualify for this specific credit stream.
Does receiving a government rebate affect the credit?
Yes — any government grant, rebate, or assistance you receive for the same equipment must be subtracted from the eligible capital cost before calculating your credit. Model the combined incentive stack before installation.
What equipment qualifies as solar thermal?
Solar collectors meeting CSA Standard F378-87 or equivalent, solar water heaters, conversion and storage equipment, and control systems. Pool heating systems and building-integrated components are excluded.
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