EV ChargeON Program
grant_single|update April 1, 2025
ON, Canada
Funding to support the installation of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Ontario communities outside of large urban centres.
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|maxCount
- grant_single|projectCostPercent
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate October 20, 2023
- grant_single|closingDate January 31, 2024
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Utilities
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
grant_single|grantors
- Government of Ontario
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grant_card_status|closed
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The EV ChargeON Program, administered by the Ministry of Transportation, is designed to support the installation of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Ontario communities outside large urban centres. The program offers competitive, application-based grants covering 50-75% of capital costs for Level 2 and Level 3 charging stations, aiming to improve EV network coverage, reduce range anxiety, and facilitate long-distance travel. Eligible applicants include public and private entities, and projects must be completed within 24 months.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
The EV ChargeON Program outlines specific financing modalities to support the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Ontario. These modalities are designed to maximize the program's reach while adhering to funding limits and project requirements.
- Funding is provided as reimbursements for actual costs incurred and eligible expenditures paid upon project completion.
- Projects can secure up to a maximum total funding of $1 million.
- The provincial contribution is limited by a percentage cap of either 75% for municipalities and Indigenous entities or 50% for other applicants.
- Technology-specific funding caps are set per charging port depending on the output level, with varying maximums based on applicant type.
- Additional government funding can be combined to cover up to 90% of costs for municipalities, Indigenous applicants, and not-for-profits, or up to 75% for other applicants.
grant_single_labels|projects
The EV ChargeON Program funds initiatives focused on expanding the accessibility and affordability of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in smaller communities in Ontario. Eligible projects must aim at increasing the number of public charging stations and meeting specific technical and location criteria.
- Installation of publicly accessible Level 2 and Level 3 electric vehicle charging ports at designated sites.
- Development of charging station sites in communities with populations of 170,000 or less, or in Indigenous communities within Ontario.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 390,000
Setting up 8 Level 3 charging stations to facilitate EV travel along Trans-Canada Highway
$ 285,000
Installation of 15 Level 2 EV charging stations at Brantford municipal buildings
$ 219,750
Implementation of 12 Level 2 charging stations at Stratford Festival Theatre parking lot
$ 206,250
Installation of 10 Level 2 EV charging stations's downtown core
$ 341,250
Deployment of 7 Level 3 fast chargers at the Sault Ste Marie transit hub
$ 303,750
Installation of 5 Level 3 fast chargers at the Kingston public library parking lot
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria relating to the organization type and the proposed project site.
- The applicant must be located and operating in Ontario.
- Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipal governments, Indigenous communities, organizations, or businesses, and broader public sector organizations.
- The applicant must be the current owner of the site, or have written approval from the owner or Band Council.
- The applicant must commit to installing and operating the charging station for a minimum of 5 years.
- The project site must be publicly accessible 24/7.
- The project site must be located in a community with a population of 170,000 or less or in any Indigenous community in Ontario.
- The project must include certain types and numbers of EV charging ports with specified connector standards.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
The program is open to eligible applicants located and operating in Ontario, which include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipal governments, Indigenous communities, organizations or businesses, and broader public sector organizations.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Individuals and certain government entities in the federal, provincial, and territorial levels are not eligible to apply for this grant.
- Individuals
- Federal governments and their respective ministries, departments, entities, agencies, and Crown corporations
- Provincial or territorial governments and their respective ministries, departments, entities, agencies, and Crown corporations
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The EV ChargeON program provides funding for projects aiming to enhance the electric vehicle infrastructure in Ontario's small and medium-sized communities. These activities focus on expanding the availability and accessibility of EV charging stations in eligible locations.
- Installation of publicly accessible EV charging stations with specified connector types and configurations.
- Development of charging infrastructure in communities with populations of 170,000 or less, or in Indigenous communities.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
The EV ChargeON program is open to applicants located in Ontario communities outside of major cities. Eligible geographical areas focus on small and medium-sized communities and Indigenous communities in Ontario.
- Any community in Ontario with a population of 170,000 or less.
- Indigenous communities throughout Ontario.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The evaluation and selection criteria for the EV ChargeON Program include the completeness of the application and eligibility of the project. The merit of the project is also assessed based on several specific categories.
- Geographic Location: Consideration for gap-filling in Ontario's EV charging network
- Project Overview & Rationale: Detailed description, motivation, and alignment with program objectives
- Project Activities & Timeline: Realistic timelines, key activities, potential risks, and mitigation strategies
- Budget: Detailed project budget, sources of funding, and assurances of funding materialization
- Operations & Maintenance: Up-time targets, performance monitoring, regular maintenance, and financial plan
- Capacity to Deliver: Demonstrated ability, experience, and expertise of the project team
- User Amenities & Signage: Availability of nearby amenities, wayfinding, signage, and visibility
- Site and Technical Specifications: Electrical feasibility, payment methods, future-proofing, safety, security, and accessibility measures
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The EV ChargeON Program is administered by the Ministry of Transportation and aims to expand the public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in Ontario, particularly in areas outside large urban centers. The program provides post-construction rebates of up to 50-75% of capital funding for eligible EV charging projects based on the type of applicant and charger output.
- The program is open until January 31, 2024, with a competitive application process.
- Approved projects must be completed within 24 months of receiving the Letter of Agreement.
- Recipients must submit annual usage reports for five years following project completion.
- Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and broader public sector organizations located in Ontario.
- Projects are eligible if they are in communities with populations less than or equal to 170,000 people or any Indigenous community in Ontario.
- Applicants must provide various documentation such as proof of property ownership or access, proof of funding, and preliminary electrical feasibility assessment if needed.
- The Ministry's contribution is capped at one million dollars per project but an applicant can submit multiple applications.
- Funding can be stacked with other government funds but cannot exceed 75% of total project costs for businesses and 90% for other applicant types.
- Projects will be evaluated based on geographic location, project rationale, activities and timeline, budget, operations and maintenance plans, capacity to deliver, and site specifications.
- Successful applicants must adhere to detailed reporting requirements including a project completion report and annual usage reports.
- Transfer Payment Ontario is the online system used for applications.
- Recipients may be required to install Ontario Builds signage during and after the construction period.
grant_single_labels|contact
evchargeon@ontario.ca
416-325-6691
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