Rain barrels and cisterns · Ontario

Guelph Rainwater Harvesting System Rebate

Run by City of Guelph

OpenLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
$0.50 per litre of tank storage, to a maximum of $2,000 (seasonal outdoor system); $2,000 for an all-season indoor/outdoor system
Maximum
$2,000 per household
Who qualifies
Guelph households installing an approved seasonal outdoor rainwater harvesting system (one rebate per household).
Where
Households in the City of Guelph.
Status
Open
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Install an approved outdoor rainwater harvesting tank of at least 500 litres on a downspout to water your garden, then claim a rebate.

Requirements

  • Tank must hold at least 500 litres and be designed and made for rainwater collection
  • Must have a secure child-proof lid and leaf screen; above-ground tanks must be algae and UV resistant
  • Rain barrels, repurposed or homemade tanks do not qualify
  • A building permit is needed if the system connects to home plumbing
  • Apply within a year of purchase or installation
  • Limit one rebate per household

How to apply

  1. 1Check the City's list of known seasonal tank providers so your tank qualifies
  2. 2Buy and install the system
  3. 3Submit the Seasonal Rainwater Harvesting System Rebate online application within one year
  4. 4Receive the rebate within 12 weeks of approval

Sources

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 See something out of date?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

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Source: Sow, “Guelph Rainwater Harvesting System Rebate,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/ontario/guelph-rainwater-harvesting-rebate

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