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Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI)
Ended funding for zero-emission infrastructure
Last Update: May 2, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Canada
Overview
This program provided funding to organizations to help build electric vehicle fast-charging and alternative fuel refuelling infrastructure. It has ended and is no longer accepting Requests for Proposals.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Educational services
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
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
- Deployment of EV fast-charging infrastructure.
- Construction of natural gas refuelling stations.
- Construction of hydrogen refuelling stations.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipalities
- Utilities
- Retailers
- Provinces and territories
- Universities and colleges
- Charging and refuelling companies
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI)?
This program provided funding to organizations to help build electric vehicle fast-charging and alternative fuel refuelling infrastructure. It has ended and is no longer accepting Requests for Proposals.
What expenses are eligible under Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI)?
Deployment of EV fast-charging infrastructure.
Construction of natural gas refuelling stations.
Construction of hydrogen refuelling stations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI)?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at ZEV-infra-VEZ@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) available?
The Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Is the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI)?
Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative (EVAFIDI) is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)