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Nova Scotia Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP)

A yearly rebate on home heating costs for lower-income Nova Scotians.

What it costs you:

  • Account signup
VERIFIED · CHECKED AT THE SOURCE · SEPT 27 2026

Checked against the official pageBenefit season varies; crisis help often year-round

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Who qualifies
Low-income households; income limits based on household size
How to get it
Apply through the state program or a local agency; proof of income, ID and a recent utility bill are typical
Where it works
Nova Scotia
When
Benefit season varies; crisis help often year-round
Fine print
New applications open Oct 1, 2026. Covers oil, electricity, wood and other fuels.
Official source
novascotia.ca

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