Free guidance for home energy upgrades in Squamish

Make your home more comfortable and energy efficient.

A better home awaits, whether you’re adding insulation, upgrading to a heat pump, or installing solar panels. From simple updates to your heating system, to down-to-the-foundation transformations, Retrofit Assist is here to help.

In BC, generous rebates, incentives and financing offers can get your project off the ground faster than you imagined. And Retrofit Assist can connect you with knowledgable Energy Advisors and skilled contractors to get it done right.

Don’t wait for another cold winter or smoky summer. Get started with Retrofit Assist today!

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Service was prompt—even if the team couldn’t get back to us right away, they would email and let us know they would be in touch soon.

— Ally & Mitch

Our Process

Participating in Retrofit Assist will help you move forward on your home energy retrofit projects in clear steps. Here’s how the general process will look for you.

1. APPLY Register for the program online or on-site at a community event – simple and free.

2. IDENTIFY NEEDS Have a follow up conversation to highlight your needs and priorities, understand next steps and financing options available.

You’ll also learn how your home uses energy by setting up an EnerGuide evaluation. For a limited time, Retrofit Assist participants can book theirs for only $99 +tax, a savings of $500 or more!

3. MAKE A PLAN We’ll help you sort out a plan based on your priorities, home energy use, budget and timelines. We’ll also explain financing options.

4. CONTRACT OUT THE WORK We’ll connect you with skilled contractors to support your project and then help you get a post-retrofit evaluation.

We will also help you maximize the loans and rebates available.

5. ENJOY! Sit back and relax in your more comfortable and climate-friendly home.

Understanding home energy retrofits

Don’t settle for a beautiful old home—which is too hot in the summer and too high on the utility bills in winter. With the right team, you can have a beautiful old home that’s comfortable and cost-effective year-round!

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Ready to take the first step? Apply for free and start your guided retrofit journey today.
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Squamish Partners

In Squamish, Retrofit Assist is delivered with the support of:

Questions?

If there is anything you are wondering about, please check the FAQ to see if we have an answer for you already. You can also try out the chat option at the lower right.
Frequently Asked Questions
And feel free to reach out directly to Retrofit Assist staff at any time. We'll respond as soon as we can during business hours.

Advancing Squamish's Climate Goals

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Retrofit Assist is just one way Squamish is acting to accomplish these important goals.

Squamish is dedicated to a low-carbon future.

We are lucky to live in a community with so many beautiful natural places. However, climate change can affect these wild places, as well as our vibrant community. We are already seeing the impacts of climate change at home. In 2019, the District of Squamish declared a climate emergency and began work on a Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP), which outlines 122 actions to reduce community greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030.

Climate action is a task each of us must take seriously— one that requires effort from every citizen and all levels of government. The Big Six Moves list actions that our community can take to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 38,300 tonnes CO2e per year by 2030.

  1. Close the loop on waste
  2. Shift beyond the car
  3. Decarbonize transportation
  4. Decarbonize existing buildings
  5. Construct better buildings
  6. Other organizational actions

Retrofit Assist is just one way that the District of Squamish is helping residents take action to decarbonize existing buildings and get us on track to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

There are a limited number of $250 top-ups available to help cover the cost of your pre-retrofit EnerGuide Evaluation, funded through the District of Squamish. This top up will automatically be applied to your EnerGuide Evaluation invoice.

Upcoming Events

Understanding and Managing Your Home’s Electrical Load
November 13, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
Online Webinar
Energy retrofits often call for electrical service upsizing for heat pumps and other appliances. But service upgrades are not always necessary. Learn proven strategies and review case studies so you…
Heat Pumps: Everything you need to know for your home
December 4, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
Online Webinar
HVAC consultant and expert Rob Pope will give an introduction to the basics and benefits of air source heat pumps with ample time for discussion and questions.
East Kootenay Home Retrofit Fair
March 1 @ 12:00 pm
College of the Rockies
If you’re hoping to reduce your energy consumption and improve the efficiency of your home this year, the East Kootenay Home Retrofit Fair is an event for you. The Retrofit…
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Learn about retrofits

Questions?

You probably already have lots of questions. What does an Energy Advisor do? What is a building envelope and what can you do to improve yours? What kinds of homes have already gone through the program ahead of you?

Learn all about these questions and more on our FAQ page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Upcoming Events

Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&AIntro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
May 1 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…
Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&AIntro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
May 22 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…
Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&AIntro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
June 12 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…
Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&AIntro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
July 3 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…
Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&AIntro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
July 24 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…