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Charge+
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Quebec, Canada
Supports installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Quebec
Grant and Funding
Overview
The Charge+ program, funded by Natural Resources Canada and managed by Propulsion Québec, offers up to $100,000 to support the acquisition and installation of Level 2 and fast-charging stations for vehicle fleets, workplaces, and public spaces. The initiative aims to accelerate the electrification of transportation by subsidizing the deployment of new permanent charging infrastructure.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Integrate new technologies
- Reduce the ecological footprint
- Develop employee skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : February 7, 2022
- Closing date : December 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Business Associations
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
Activities funded
- Acquisition and installation of new charging stations for electric vehicle fleets.
- Deployment of charging infrastructure at workplaces for employee use.
- Installation of public charging stations in accessible parking areas.
- Expansion of existing charging infrastructure networks for broader accessibility.
- Implementation of charging solutions to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 95,000
Public charging station hub near sports and recreation centre
$ 90,000
Installation of fast-charging stations at a logistics warehouse
$ 33,000
Charging infrastructure for NPO home care vehicles and staff
$ 45,000
Expansion of a cooperative carsharing network charging infrastructure
$ 52,000
Deployment of workplace EV chargers for employee parking area
$ 83,000
Acquisition and installation of chargers for taxi fleet transition
Eligibility
- For private sector organizations, the applicant must be a member or major partner of Propulsion Québec.
- For public sector organizations, the applicant must be a provincial, regional, or municipal government agency or their public institutions, agencies, or government corporations in Quebec, or a collaborating organization that contributes to vehicle fleet transition, promotes experimentation and innovation, or collaborates on electrification-related projects.
- The project must involve the acquisition and installation of new, permanent charging infrastructure (not leased or replacement equipment).
- The charging infrastructure must be installed at a site with confirmed access and comply with all local codes and by-laws.
- The stations must be commercially available, accredited for use in Canada, and manufactured in countries with a free trade agreement in force with Canada.
Who is eligible?
- Private-sector companies (for-profit or not-for-profit) that are members or major partners of Propulsion Québec in the Electric and Smart Transportation (EST) cluster
- Provincial, regional, or municipal government agencies in Quebec and their public institutions, agencies, and government corporations
Who is not eligible
- Federal organizations, Crown corporations, and federal agencies.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits related to the project.
- Professional services, including scientific, technical, management, engineering, construction, installation, testing, commissioning, training, marketing, data collection, logistics, maintenance, printing, distribution, verification, and evaluation.
- Capital assets, such as IT equipment and infrastructure required for the project.
- Leasing or rental costs linked to eligible project activities.
- Environmental assessment fees incurred as part of the project.
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations located in Quebec
Selection criteria
- Compliance with all administrative and technical criteria of the program during the prequalification stage.
- Verification of the conformity of the works with local codes and regulations in force.
- Completeness of submissions and documents submitted during the official application.
- Project's ability to meet identified needs and justify the installation or expansion of charging infrastructure.
How to apply
1
Submit notice of interest
- Notify Propulsion Québec of your interest in the Charge+ program
- Complete the notice of interest form
2
Identify project needs
- Describe the estimated number and types of charging stations needed
- Inform Propulsion Québec if you require contact with suppliers or installers
3
Plan the project
- Define the project scope and requirements
- Obtain necessary bids and quotes from suppliers
- Receive assistance from Propulsion Québec to connect with potential suppliers if needed
4
Prequalification application
- Submit an official application with all required bids and documents
- Propulsion Québec reviews the submission to ensure all program criteria are met
- Receive notification confirming the project's eligibility
5
Application evaluation and confirmation
- Receive official decision from Propulsion Québec regarding your application
- If negative, address requirements and resubmit prequalification if applicable
6
Sign the agreement
- Sign the personalized agreement with Propulsion Québec
- Accept the program conditions
7
Execute the work
- Carry out the required installation work
- Provide regular progress updates to Propulsion Québec
8
Submit the claim
- Complete the claim form
- Include all required supporting documents
- Produce quarterly reporting as per the provided schedule
9
Receive grant payment
- Receive the grant payment from Propulsion Québec according to the signed agreement
Additional information
- Organizations may submit multiple applications, but each application must not exceed $100,000 in requested funding.
- Only expenses incurred from February 7, 2022, onward are eligible.
- Program reimbursements are issued quarterly, following specified time periods.
- Charging stations must be commercially available, accredited for use in Canada, and produced in countries with a free trade agreement with Canada.
Contacts
spellerin@propulsionquebec.com
4509511530
