Rain barrels and cisterns · Alberta

Medicine Hat Rain Barrel and Cistern Rebate

Run by City of Medicine Hat (HAT Smart)

Limited fundsLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Rain barrels and downspout converter kits up to $200 per unit (two units max); professionally installed rain cisterns $250 (one per home)
Maximum
$650 per household
Who qualifies
Residential water utility customers of the City of Medicine Hat with the statement in their name; condominium associations do not qualify.
Where
Residential water customers of the City of Medicine Hat.
Status
Limited funds. 2026 applications accepted until December 15, 2026 or until funds are used.
Type of payment
Bill credit
Official program page

What you do

Install rain barrels with downspout diverters, or have a contractor install a rain cistern, to water lawns and plants with roof runoff.

Requirements

  • Bought in Canada between January 1 and December 15, 2026
  • Rain barrels: photo of the barrel unpacked and in place (with diverter if used) and an itemized receipt
  • Cisterns: installed by a landscaping professional or building contractor; contractor quote, installation photos and paid invoice
  • Counts toward the $1,000 lifetime household maximum

How to apply

  1. 1Buy and install the barrels or cistern
  2. 2Apply online with receipts and photos
  3. 3Credit is applied to your utility account

Timing and deadlines

December 15, 2026, or until funds run out

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “Medicine Hat Rain Barrel and Cistern Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/alberta/medicine-hat-rainwater-capture-incentive

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