
Ecocamionnage Program — Technology acquisition component
Last Update: July 22, 2025
QC, Canada
Financial aid for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in transport
At a glance
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Timeline
- Unspecified
Financing Type
Grant and Funding
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
Funds Providers
Unspecified
Program status
Open
Overview
The Programme d’Aide à la Réduction des Émissions de Gaz à Effet de Serre dans le Transport Routier des Marchandises (Écocamionnage) aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from road freight transport by supporting the acquisition of eligible technologies. Eligible applicants include businesses, individuals, organizations, or municipalities in Québec, who can apply for financial assistance for costs related to purchasing and installing technologies that enhance environmental performance.
Financing terms and conditions
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.
Activities funded
The Ecocamionnage program—Technology acquisition component—supports projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions in road transport through the acquisition of eligible technologies.
- Acquisition of a technology that involves the addition of equipment, devices, or accessories to existing vehicles.
- Replacement of existing equipment or vehicles with technologies that contribute to emission reductions.
Examples of admissible projects:
$ 65,250
Upgrade of 5 fleet vehicles with hybrid engine systems
$ 45,000
Installation of emission-reducing technologies on 10 delivery trucks
$ 450,000
Replacing diesel engines with electric powertrains in five city buses
$ 52,500
Retrofitting 20 fleet vehicles with aerodynamic kits to reduce drag
Eligibility
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.
How to apply
1
Prerequisites
- Ensure that you are registered in the Register of Owners and Operators of Heavy Vehicles with a satisfactory safety rating.
- Confirm that the applicant's establishment and the vehicles are located and registered in Quebec.
- Verify that the applicant is the owner or operator of the targeted vehicle.
2
Preparation of the request
- Download and complete the Financial Assistance Application Form and its annex from the Ministry of Transportation's website.
- Gather the required supporting documents such as the registration certificate and the invoice or purchase contract for the technology.
- Ensure that all information on the form and the annex is complete and accurate.
3
Submission of the application
Send all documents by email to ecocamionnage@transports.gouv.qc.ca.
4
Confirmation of receipt
Receive an automatic acknowledgment confirming that the shipment has been received.
5
Tracking of the request
- Collaborate with the program representative in case of incomplete application to provide the missing documents within the specified timeframe.
- Wait for the confirmation of the application review and the potential allocation of financial assistance.
Additional information
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.
Contacts
ecocamionnage@transports.gouv.qc.ca
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