Ecocamionnage Program — Technology acquisition component

The Ecocamionnage program's Technology Acquisition component offers financing modalities designed to assist applicants in acquiring and installing eligible technologies effectively. The funding is structured to ensure clarity and straightforward settlement upon completion of specific requirements.

• Financial assistance is disbursed as a single cheque payment.
• A payment is issued upon submission of required documentation, including a completed form, an annex, and supporting documents like a valid vehicle registration certificate and proof of technology purchase and installation.
• Clear specification that only one financial aid per technology can be granted.

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's status and location.

• The applicant must be registered with the Registre des propriétaires et des exploitants de véhicules lourds de la Commission des transports du Québec and have a satisfactory safety rating.
• The applicant's establishment must be located in Quebec.
• The vehicles concerned by the application must be registered in Quebec.
• The applicant must be the owner or operator of the vehicles concerned at the time of application.

Who is eligible?

The grant is specifically designed for entities in Quebec that are involved in the operation of heavy vehicles and seeking to acquire technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

• Entities must be registered with the Registre des propriétaires et des exploitants de véhicules lourds with a satisfactory safety rating.
• The applicant's establishment must be located in Quebec.
• The vehicles involved must be registered in Quebec.
• The applicant must own or operate the vehicles at the time of application.

Who is not eligible

This grant is not open to certain types of vehicles used by specific industries or services as outlined in the eligibility requirements. The restrictions ensure the grant supports only those vehicles that align with the program's objectives.

• Vehicles used for passenger transport.
• Fire trucks.
• Ambulances.
• Heavy machinery not considered part of standard road transport for goods.

Eligible expenses

The grant supports expenses associated with acquiring and installing technology on eligible vehicles to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

• Acquisition costs of the technology.
• Installation costs of the technology, including labor and necessary installation parts.
• Additional cost of the technology for replacement purposes, compared to the standard technology.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant is available for companies situated within a specific region as outlined by the guidelines. The eligibility is aligned with the objectives set by the responsible ministry.

• Companies and establishments located in Quebec.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The grant application process includes an automatic acknowledgment receipt confirming that submissions have been received.
• The grant provides only one financial aid per technology, limiting recipients to ensuring their submitted technology request is strategic and well-planned.
• For vehicles newly purchased with aerodynamic equipment, specific technical documentation must be submitted to validate the application.
• Documents such as purchase orders, quotes, and estimates are not acceptable as part of the required documentation.