Prince Edward Island’s main heating help for lower-income households is the PEI Home Heating Program. It gives up to $1,200 per calendar year toward heating costs to single people with incomes of $45,000 or less and families with incomes of $60,000 or less. The Province funds it and The Salvation Army runs it, and you can apply at any time of year.
PEI also offers the Winter Warming Program, which makes free energy-saving upgrades to homes with a household income of $50,000 or less. This guide covers both, with figures as of September 2026.
How much you can get
| Program | What you get | Income limit |
|---|---|---|
| PEI Home Heating Program | Up to $1,200 per calendar year toward heating costs | $45,000 or less (single person); $60,000 or less (family) |
| Winter Warming Program | Free air sealing and upgrades, plus a heating system cleaning voucher (up to $115 value) | Household income of $50,000 or less |
The Home Heating Program works on a calendar year, not a heating season. The 2026 program runs from January to December 2026. That means help you get this fall counts toward your 2026 limit, and a new $1,200 limit starts in January 2027 if the program continues.
The $1,200 is a maximum. The application form says payments may stop before the full amount is paid if the Government of Prince Edward Island changes or ends the program.
Who qualifies
PEI Home Heating Program
According to the 2026 application form, you can apply if you:
- live in Prince Edward Island and are having a hard time paying for home heating
- pay your own heating costs
- are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- are not receiving PEI Social Assistance
- have a household income within the limits: $45,000 or less for a single-person household, or $60,000 or less for a family household
For this program, income means gross income, the amount on line 15000 of your Notice of Assessment. If your situation has changed, a pay stub or bank statement may be accepted. You can own or rent your home.
Every kind of heat is listed on the form: oil, wood, propane, heat pump, electric and other.
Winter Warming Program
You qualify if:
- you live in PEI and your total household income is $50,000 or less
- you own and live in the home, or you rent and pay all of the heating costs
- the home is your main residence or a year-round rental
- you have not had Winter Warming help for that property in the last five years
How to apply
PEI Home Heating Program
- Get the 2026 application form. You can download it from The Salvation Army’s PEI Home Heating Program page, or pick one up at a public library or an Access PEI location. A French form is available.
- Fill in everyone in your household and each person’s gross income.
- Add your heating details: your main heat source, the name and account number on your electricity account (Maritime Electric or City of Summerside), your oil level and tank tag if you heat with oil, and your preferred fuel supplier.
- Include proof of income (your Notice of Assessment), proof of address such as a utility bill, and proof of fuel costs.
- Send it in one of these ways:
- email: [email protected]
- mail: The Salvation Army, Provincial Home Heating Program, 158 Fitzroy Street, Charlottetown, PE C1A 1S1
- in person, Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.: 158 Fitzroy Street in Charlottetown, or County Fair Mall, 475 Granville Street in Summerside
For help, call The Salvation Army in Charlottetown at 902-367-0875 or in Summerside at 902-436-0649 or 902-436-1508.
Winter Warming Program
- Apply online through the Winter Warming Program page, or print and fill out the paper form.
- Have your civic address, property tax number, and proof of income ready. The province asks for your July GST credit notice, showing both the first page (name and address) and the second page (family income and marital status).
- Once you are approved, efficiencyPEI’s partner, Summerhill Connect, will contact you to book the work.
For questions, call efficiencyPEI at 902-620-3690 or toll-free at 1-877-734-6336.
When it’s paid / how you get it
Home Heating Program: The Province says the program runs year-round, so you can apply at any time. The Salvation Army reviews your application and decides the amount. The form asks for your fuel supplier and electricity account details. Ask The Salvation Army how your approved help will be delivered and how long it takes, since the official pages do not say.
Winter Warming Program: A tradesperson installs the upgrades free of charge. The province lists a programmable thermostat, a low-flow shower head, ENERGY STAR LED bulbs, air sealing, and a voucher for a free heating system cleaning. The province estimates savings of $250 to $650 a year in heating costs, depending on your home and heating system.
Things to watch for
- Social Assistance. People receiving PEI Social Assistance cannot use the Home Heating Program. If you are on Social Assistance and struggling with heat, talk to your worker.
- Gross, not net income. The Home Heating Program uses gross income (line 15000), which is higher than net income. Check your number before you apply.
- The calendar-year limit. If you used your full $1,200 earlier in 2026, you may need to wait until January 2027 for more help.
- Missing proof. Applications need proof of income, address and fuel costs. Missing papers slow things down.
- Scams. Apply only through The Salvation Army’s official contacts or the Province. No government asks for a payment or gift cards to release a benefit. See the scams page for common tricks.
For other programs you may qualify for, try the benefits checkup. If you are 65 or older, make sure you are also getting the Guaranteed Income Supplement if your income is low.
Common questions
How much is the PEI home heating assistance in 2026?
Up to $1,200 per calendar year. The amount you get depends on your situation and what The Salvation Army approves.
What is the income limit for the PEI Home Heating Program?
$45,000 or less for a single person and $60,000 or less for a family, based on gross income (line 15000 of your Notice of Assessment).
When can you apply for PEI heating help?
Any time. The Province made the program year-round in 2022, and the 2026 form is available now.
Is there a furnace oil rebate in PEI?
No separate household furnace oil rebate could be found on princeedwardisland.ca as of September 2026. The Home Heating Program helps with oil as well as every other kind of heat.
Can renters get PEI heating assistance?
Yes. Renters can apply to the Home Heating Program if they pay their own heating costs. For Winter Warming, renters qualify if they pay all of the heating costs.
Who runs the PEI Home Heating Program?
The Salvation Army runs it in partnership with the Government of Prince Edward Island, which funds it.
