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Incentives for medium and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles Program
Canada
Incentives to purchase or lease medium- heavy-duty ZEVs
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- grant_single|openingDateMay 9, 2024
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
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- Transport Canada
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Access an incentive of up to $200,000 to purchase or lease a new medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicle approved or listed on the program's list of eligible vehicles.
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The Incentives for Medium and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles Program provides financial assistance to make the acquisition of zero-emission vehicles more affordable through point-of-sale incentives. The program's modalities are designed to ensure straightforward access to incentives by eligible Canadian organizations and businesses.
- The incentive is applied at the point of sale by dealerships or authorized sellers, ensuring immediate financial relief upon purchase or lease.
- Leases shorter than 48 months are eligible for prorated incentives depending on the lease duration.
- The program covers incentives up to a maximum of 75% of the vehicle's Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) when combined with any provincial or territorial incentives.
- Each eligible organization can receive up to 10 incentives or a maximum of $1,000,000 per calendar year.
- Unused incentives cannot be carried forward to future years.
- Incentives are capped by vehicle class, with maximum amounts ranging from $10,000 to $200,000 depending on the vehicle type and configuration.
- Plug-in hybrids receive up to 50% of the full zero-emission vehicle incentive, subject to a maximum cap.
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The iMHZEV Program facilitates the adoption of zero-emission technologies by offering incentives for the purchase or lease of medium and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles. Eligible projects focus on acquiring suitable vehicles that meet specific environmental and technical criteria.
- Purchasing new zero-emission vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 8,500 lbs.
- Leasing zero-emission vehicles for a minimum of 12 months, with incentives adjusted for lease duration.
- Acquiring battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or hydrogen fuel cell commercial vehicles meeting the Program's criteria.
- Buying or leasing medium-duty passenger vehicles with MSRPs equal to or below $100,000.
- Ensuring vehicles are registered in Canada and meet all applicable safety standards.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 200,000
Purchase of an electric refuse truck for eco-friendly waste collection
$ 600,000
Leasing three medium-duty zero-emission transit buses for city public transportation
$ 200,000
Leasing zero-emission school buses for eco-friendly student transportation
$ 200,000
Purchase of two heavy-duty zero-emission delivery trucks for urban deliveries
$ 200,000
Leasing electric heavy-duty trucks for local construction material transport
$ 200,000
Purchasing zero-emission tractor units for regional agricultural transport
grant_single_labels|admissibility
Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant must be a Canadian business or organization with an office registered in Canada.
- The applicant must be purchasing or leasing a new, eligible medium- or heavy-duty zero-emission vehicle (MHZEV).
- The organization is limited to receiving up to 10 incentives or a maximum of $1,000,000 per calendar year.
- Incentive limits are applied at an organization level for businesses, and at a level of government for provincial, territorial, and municipal fleets.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
The iMHZEV Program is available to Canadian organizations and businesses with an office registered in Canada that are looking to purchase or lease eligible medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (MHZEVs). Eligible vehicles must meet certain criteria, including being zero-emission vehicles like battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and must be intended for public road use. Only vehicles listed on the program's official website can receive incentives, and they must not have been registered before. Demonstrators with less than 10,000 km are considered eligible. Provincial, territorial, and municipal governments, including their fleets, can also apply under specific limits.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
This grant does not explicitly exclude any specific companies or industries based on their status or activities. However, it is primarily targeted towards those buying or leasing eligible zero-emission vehicles.
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
The iMHZEV Program is designed to support Canadian organizations and businesses in reducing their carbon footprint by purchasing or leasing medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles. These activities contribute to the broader goal of promoting clean technology for transportation in Canada.
- Purchase of eligible medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (MHZEVs).
- Leasing of eligible MHZEVs with a lease term of at least 12 months.
- Incorporation of MHZEVs into the fleet of municipal, provincial, or territorial government organizations for public road transportation.
- Adoption of battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles qualified under this program.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
This grant is available to Canadian businesses and organizations, as these are the designated eligible locations determined by the funding body. The intent is to promote the adoption of clean technologies across Canada by regional businesses.
- Canadian businesses with a registered office in Canada.
- Organizations operating within any province or territory in Canada.
grant_single_labels|criteria
The Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles (iMHZEV) Program does have evaluation and selection criteria. Applicants are assessed based on the eligibility of the vehicles being purchased/leased and the timely submission of required documentation. The evaluation and selection criteria include:
- Eligibility of the purchased/leased medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles
- Timely submission of required documentation
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Here are the steps to apply for and receive the iMHZEV Program incentives:
- Step 1: Check Vehicle Eligibility
- Consult the Transport Canada website to verify that the vehicle you are interested in is listed as eligible under the iMHZEV Program.
- Ensure the vehicle meets the eligibility criteria such as being a zero-emission vehicle and new with less than 10,000 km on the odometer.
- Step 2: Purchase or Lease from Authorized Dealer
- Contact an authorized dealership or automaker that participates in the iMHZEV Program.
- Confirm with the dealer that they will handle the incentive application process at the point of sale.
- Step 3: Complete Organization Consent Form
- Fill out the Organization Consent Form to verify your organization’s eligibility.
- Submit the form to the dealership or authorized seller.
- Step 4: Finalize Purchase or Lease
- Proceed with the purchase or lease agreement.
- Ensure taxes and fees are applied before the incentive is deducted from the total.
- Receive the incentive as a reduction directly on the bill of sale or lease agreement.
- Step 5: Dealer Reimbursement Process
- The dealership will handle the submission of required documentation to Transport Canada for reimbursement.
- Keep a copy of the bill of sale or lease agreement showing the incentive applied, for your records.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The dealership or authorized seller must confirm the buyer's eligibility and apply the incentive at the point of sale, ensuring that taxes and fees are calculated before the incentive is applied.
- The federal incentive can be combined with provincial or territorial incentives, adhering to a maximum cap of 75% of the vehicle's Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP).
- Businesses can receive up to 10 incentives or a total of $1,000,000 per calendar year, whichever comes first; unused incentives cannot be carried forward.
- Federal incentives are available in addition to other provincial or territorial incentives, but collectively they must not exceed the vehicle's funding limit of 75% of the MSRP.
- Incentives are prorated for lease agreements shorter than 48 months, with full incentives provided for 48-month leases.
- Demonstrator vehicles can qualify for incentives, provided they have not been previously registered and have fewer than 10,000 km on the odometer.
- Fuel cell electric vehicles and certain high-capacity vehicle classes receive higher incentives, up to $200,000.
- Plug-in hybrid vehicles receive incentives at a reduced rate, based on battery capacity and vehicle class.
