Feds announces new energy-efficient appliance rebate program for Ontarians

Feds announces new energy-efficient appliance rebate program for Ontarians

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The federal environment minister says Ontarians can apply for a rebate for energy-efficient appliances. Catherine McKenna says Ottawa is now "working directly with Ontarians" because the Ford government “cut energy efficiency programs.”

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