Burnaby homeowners on BC Hydro can access the same residential solar and battery rebates as other BC Hydro customers — up to $5,000 for solar and up to $5,000 more with a Peak Saver-enrolled battery. This page covers rebate eligibility for homeowners in Burnaby (Metro Vancouver). Utility service in this area: BC Hydro.
Who this guide covers in Burnaby
Burnaby residential neighbourhoods including Brentwood, Deer Lake, Capitol Hill, and Big Bend — BC Hydro territory.
Rebate amounts for Burnaby homeowners
Qualifying residential customers can receive up to $5,000 for solar and up to $10,000 combined with a Peak Saver-enrolled battery on the same project.
Full rebate breakdown → · Stacking guide →
Local eligibility checklist
- Confirm BC Hydro service on your bill
- Own the property (rental properties you own may qualify with landlord application rules)
- Get self-generation pre-approval before purchasing equipment
- Use an HPCN-certified installer for work completed on or after June 1, 2026
- Individually metered condo units do not qualify for per-unit residential rebates
Local considerations in Burnaby
- Townhomes and rowhouses on individual BC Hydro meters may qualify; condo strata units typically do not.
- Metrotown-area high-rises are usually not eligible for per-suite residential rebates.
- Burnaby mix of 1960s bungalows and new builds means roof condition varies — inspect before signing.
- Stack solar + Peak Saver battery on one project for the combined $10,000 cap if your usage profile supports it.
Payback notes for Burnaby
Burnaby homes with EV charging or heat pumps increase self-consumption, which helps under fixed export credits.
Net metering in Burnaby
New BC Hydro solar connections on or after July 1, 2026 move to Rate Schedule 2289 with 10 cents/kWh export compensation. Factor this into payback when comparing Burnaby installer quotes.
Finding installers in Burnaby
BC Hydro recommends comparing quotes from at least three HPCN-certified installers.
Use our eligibility checker to confirm your rebate path, then request quotes from HPCN-certified contractors serving Burnaby and Metro Vancouver.