2026 SolarBonds Will Soon Open to New Members
After much anticipation, we’re thrilled to share that starting January 16, 2026, SolarShare will once again open its popular SolarBond program to new members.
This is an exciting moment for solar. It is now the cheapest and fastest-growing source of electricity in human history. But beyond the technology, community solar organizations like SolarShare challenge the traditional energy model by decentralizing both ownership and trust.
Our mission is to democratize access to clean energy — returning the wealth generated by the sun back to Ontario communities in the form of locally produced power, and to our members through earned interest.
Join us in building a better future.
What is SolarShare? You are SolarShare
SolarShare is an Ontario-based, non-profit co-operative, 100% owned by our community of 2,000 members. Anyone in Ontario can become an owner, member, and investor by purchasing a SolarBond.
But don’t let the warm and fuzzy language fool you, this is real impact. By installed solar capacity, SolarShare is likely the largest dedicated community-owned solar generation co-operative in the Western Hemisphere. Globally, most community energy co-ops never exceed 1–5 MW of total generation. Reaching ~15 MW while remaining fully community-owned is rare, and it’s only possible because our members are investing together in better energy, cleaner communities, and a brighter future.
What is a SolarBond?
A SolarBond is an investment in SolarShare’s portfolio of 51 solar photovoltaic (PV) systems across Ontario. With a $1,000 minimum investment, Solar Bonds offer up to 4.0% fixed interest and are available to any retail investor or business in the province.
Today, access to energy is still largely controlled by those with financial capital. Our economy tends to overvalue financial returns while undervaluing human, social, and natural capital. Nature offers a different model. In healthy ecosystems, value is shared across many forms of capital, resilience comes from interdependence, and relationships are built on reciprocity rather than extraction. Meaningful change happens when we work together.
In the conventional energy system, utilities refer to the people who pay for electricity as “ratepayers.” That language matters. It reflects a system designed around compliance, not choice, participation, or trust. We believe energy users should be treated as participants and partners, not passive payers.
A trustworthy energy system is reliable, affordable, and clean. It improves public health, strengthens communities, and keeps wealth local. We don’t fully have that system yet but we can build it.
The first step? Invest in a SolarBond and become part of SolarShare.
15 Years of Impact
2000 Community Members
~500 tonnes CO₂e avoided annually
17 million kWh of locally generated, pollution-free power
Cleaner air in Ontario communities
$53,806,042 in revenue generated
"By installed solar capacity, SolarShare is likely the largest dedicated community-owned solar generation co-operative in the Western Hemisphere."
Flexible Terms
SolarBonds are available in 3–7 year terms to match your investment timeline. All SolarShare SolarBonds mature within existing contracts with the Province, ensuring reliable and predictable revenue streams throughout the full term of your investment. You can read the full Offering Statement here.
3-Year
- 4% Annual Return
- Members become owners of SolarShare
- Simple interest paid twice a year
- 100% of proceeds generated by solar power
Your investment is secured by SolarShare’s assets and stable revenue stream, backed by 20-year contracts with the province.
4-Year
- 4% Annual Return
- Members become owners of SolarShare
- Simple interest paid twice a year
- 100% of proceeds generated by solar power
Your investment is secured by SolarShare’s assets and stable revenue stream, backed by 20-year contracts with the province.
5-Year
- 4% Annual Return
- Members become owners of SolarShare
- Simple interest paid twice a year
- 100% of proceeds generated by solar power
Your investment is secured by SolarShare’s assets and stable revenue stream, backed by 20-year contracts with the province.
7-Year
- 4% Annual Return
- Members become owners of SolarShare
- Simple interest paid twice a year
- 100% of proceeds generated by solar power
- *Early redemption fee is waived after year 4
Your investment is secured by SolarShare’s assets and stable revenue stream, backed by 20-year contracts with the province.
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A Better Return
Buying a SolarShare SolarBond means far more than buying a solar bond. You're becoming an owner of the co-op, democratizing access to power, and earning a return for doing so, courtesy of the sun.
Financial
Earn a solid annual return of up to 4.0% fixed interest. Your investment is secured by SolarShare’s portfolio of operating assets and stable, long-term revenue under 20-year contracts with the Province.
Social
You are part of a united group of over 2,000 members committed to supporting community driven renewable energy.
Environmental
Our projects generate more than 17 GWh of clean electricity each year, avoiding approximately 2,200 tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually.
Did you know that you can give a gift of a SolarBond in the name of a family member or friend? You can also purchase additional Solar Bonds if you are an existing member or corporate investor.