06/06/2026
you’re not using your wood stove this summer, why not upgrade? You may even qualify for a rebate through the Community Wood Smoke Reduction Program.
The Community Wood Smoke Reduction Program, formerly known as the Wood Stove Exchange Program, aims to replace old wood stoves (very high particulate emissions) with efficient, low emissions models, or alternatives. Rebates range from $600-$3,000, plus a retailer discount, dependent on the type of replacement appliance. This program is funded by the BC Ministry of Environment and overseen by the BC Lung Association.
Options for households include:
➡ Exchange of any wood stove manufactured prior to 2018/19, switching to heat pump or pellet stove
➡ Exchange of an uncertified wood stove (pre-1994) to a certified wood stove
➡ Remove existing non-EPA or CSA certified wood appliance without installation of new appliance
➡ Add an electric insert to your existing fireplace
The ACRD has participated in this program for more than a decade, providing about 390 rebates to residents of the Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District.
For more information, including a list of retailers that take part, check out www.acrd.bc.ca/wsreduction or call 250-720-2700.
City of Port Alberni Local Government
Hupačasath First Nation
Tseshaht First Nation
Uchucklesaht Tribe Government
Huu-ay-aht First Nations
Toquaht Nation
Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government - Ucluelet First Nation
District of Ucluelet
District of Tofino
