1. If we register with the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN), are my customers automatically eligible to participate in energy rebate programs?
Currently, the HPCN is mandatory for contractors that want to be eligible for their customers to receive rebates or incentives from the our program partners. It is the contractor's responsibility to stay up-to-date on additional program eligibility requirements. The HPSC will make all reasonable efforts to educate contractors in the HPCN on the participating programs and share program updates.
2. How does the HPCN relate to the Program Registered Contractor (PRC) program?
The PRC was a program managed by BC Hydro and FortisBC (and further supported by CleanBC) that operated very similarly to the HPCN. It has been the long term vision of PRC administrators to transition the PRC to the HPCN, which is now taking place in 2022. See this Guide for more information on the PRC transition to the HPCN.
3. How does the HPCN relate to the Trade Ally Network (TAN)?
The TAN program is managed by FortisBC and operates separately from the HPCN. Eligible contractors may be members of one or both networks with separate and distinct benefits associated with each. Qualifications from TAN do not transfer to the HPCN and vice versa.
4. Can I advertise rebate programs on my website/promotional materials?
Companies are not permitted to use the names of rebate program partners (or their logos) on their websites or promotional materials*. This is to avoid confusion for homeowners who may erroneously affiliate companies with government or utility programs. Instead, you may refer to "provincial rebate programs" and are welcome to link out to the appropriate rebate program websites.
*Some HPCN sectors, where membership is required to access rebates (currently HVAC, Insulation, and Windows & Doors), may be permitted to list rebate program names using specific, standardized language. Details are provided to members.