FortisBC’s Social Housing Retrofit Support Program (SHRSP) offers funding and incentives to charities and non-profit housing providers for energy-efficient upgrades. The program includes energy studies, implementation support, and rebates for high-efficiency natural gas and electric upgrades (where available). This session covers SHRSP and its new Heating System Optimization (HSO) rebates, which help maintain existing appliances, reduce GHGs, and lower energy costs. Learn how to identify the right support for your needs and navigate the application process.
Who should attend?
- Non-Profit Housing Providers
What will you learn?
- Understand the basics of FortisBC Social Housing Retrofit Support Program
- Become familiar with the new Heating System Optimization (HSO) rebates
- Understand how this applies to maintaining and improving their existing building appliance function and what the benefits are
- Understand where to go to claim the rebate or for further information.
Facilitated by

Matthew Hoover
Program Specialist, Conservation & Energy Management
fortis bc
Matt is a Program Specialist for Conservation Assistance at FortisBC, overseeing the Social Housing Retrofit Support Program. He brings valuable experience in utility planning, design, and community and Indigenous relations. Committed to creating practical and impactful solutions, Matt focuses on developing programs that effectively support the non-profit and social housing sector.

Rita Onolemhemhen
C&EM Program Specialist • C&EM – Commercial & Industrial
Fortis BC
Rita is a Program Specialist in FortisBC’s Conservation & Energy Management department, where she develops demand-side management programs for commercial, industrial, non-profit, and Indigenous communities. With a strong technical background, she designs energy solutions that drive efficiency and sustainability. Passionate about creating meaningful impact, Rita is dedicated to helping customers achieve their energy goals while fostering a greener future.

Mel Tugade
Key Account Manager • Commercial Energy Solutions
fortis bc
Mel is a Key Account Manager at FortisBC, overseeing an energy portfolio that includes private healthcare, affordable housing, non-profits, Indigenous communities, and stratas. He is responsible for implementing energy efficiency initiatives and managing the Low Carbon Fuels Program, including the Renewable Gas Program. Mel is dedicated to helping these sectors achieve sustainable energy solutions.

Maggie Myagmar
Building Energy Specialist, Asset Management
BCNPHA
Maggie has a degree in Sustainable Energy and Environment and a diverse background in electrical and lighting design. She joined BCNPHA in 2021 and focuses on conducting energy audits to explore potential energy conservation and efficiency retrofit options. This work helps non-profit housing societies find sustainable and cost-effective building systems solutions to reduce GHG emissions.