Administered by Government of Manitoba · Last verified: July 2026
Efficiency Manitoba installs energy-efficient upgrades at no cost for small businesses that pay a commercial energy rate and have ten or fewer Manitoba locations. A technician does a free lighting and insulation assessment, then a contractor installs the upgrades. A premium upgrade option adds further measures after a free quote. An Indigenous Small Business stream offers the same free assessment and installation to qualifying Indigenous-owned businesses.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityEfficiency Manitoba Small Business Program is generally open to incorporated, self-employed, partnership businesses, in Manitoba, with up to 50 employees. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Free energy-efficient upgrades and assessment (up to 100% covered). The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Confirm you pay a commercial rate and have ten or fewer locations 2. Contact Efficiency Manitoba to book a free assessment 3. Review the recommended upgrades 4. Approve installation by the technician and contractor 5. Consider a premium upgrade quote for more measures
Ongoing.
Combined loan and non-repayable grant package (projects generally above $40,000)
INCENTIVEBusiness loans (amounts set case by case; contact TWCC)
INCENTIVERequires $150,000 to $250,000 investment; pathway to permanent residence