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Source verified July 9, 2026
Charged for Change
Funding for public EV charging infrastructure
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 125,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Charged for Change supported public electric vehicle charging stations in underserved communities across Canada through 100% funding ranging from $25K to $125K. It helped municipalities and Indigenous communities install new charging stations and expand local charging opportunities.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Installing public electric vehicle charging stations.
- Expanding community access to EV charging infrastructure.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities.
- Indigenous communities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Additional information
- The program ran for three years and is now closed to new applications.
- It was delivered in partnership with Earth Day Canada / Jour de la Terre Canada.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Charged for Change Program
What is the Charged for Change?
Charged for Change supported public electric vehicle charging stations in underserved communities across Canada through 100% funding ranging from $25K to $125K. It helped municipalities and Indigenous communities install new charging stations and expand local charging opportunities.
How much funding can be received?
Charged for Change Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $125,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Charged for Change program?
To be eligible for the Charged for Change program, you must:
Canadian communities with limited EV access.
Public EV charging infrastructure projects.
What expenses are eligible under Charged for Change?
Installing public electric vehicle charging stations.
Expanding community access to EV charging infrastructure.
Who can I contact for more information about the Charged for Change?
You can contact Aviva Canada by email at hello@earthday.ca or by phone at 5147280116.
Where is the Charged for Change available?
The Charged for Change program is available across Canada.
Is the Charged for Change a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Charged for Change is a Grant and Funding