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Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted)
Supports next-generation EV charging infrastructure demonstration
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports demonstrations of next-generation electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Canada. It funds Front End Engineering Design studies and demonstration projects to reduce costs, address barriers, and advance charging technologies, with up to $30 million in planned contributions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
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
- Demonstration of next-generation electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
- Front End Engineering Design studies for charging infrastructure.
- Projects addressing barriers to deployment of innovative charging solutions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Electricity and gas utilities.
- Companies and industry associations.
- Research associations and standards organizations.
- Canadian academic institutions.
- Indigenous and community groups, and public-sector bodies in Canada.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit an expression of interest
- Respond to the open, advertised call for expressions of interest.
- Step 2: Submit a project proposal
- Provide a proposal if invited through the expression of interest process or through a direct request for proposals.
- Step 3: Wait for review and selection
- The program reviews proposals and selects projects.
Processing and Agreement
- Project proposals were reviewed after expressions of interest were received.
- Selected projects were expected to be announced during summer 2018.
- Funding was awarded through open calls for expressions of interest and, in some cases, direct requests for proposals.
Additional information
- Requests for project proposals were solicited through open, advertised calls for expressions of interest.
- Direct requests for proposals could also follow from the call for expressions of interest.
- The program was designed with input from industry, provinces and territories, and research and policy groups.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) Program
What is the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted)?
This program supports demonstrations of next-generation electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Canada. It funds Front End Engineering Design studies and demonstration projects to reduce costs, address barriers, and advance charging technologies, with up to $30 million in planned contributions.
Who is eligible for the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) program?
To be eligible for the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) program, you must:
Canadian legal entity.
EV charging infrastructure project.
Demonstration or FEED study.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted)?
Demonstration of next-generation electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Front End Engineering Design studies for charging infrastructure.
Projects addressing barriers to deployment of innovative charging solutions.
Who can I contact for more information about the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted)?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
Where is the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) available?
The Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) program is available across Canada.
Is the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted)?
Energy Innovation Program – Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration component (Voted) is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)