Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program
Canada
Incentives to purchase or lease light-duty ZEVs
grant_single|update March 16, 2025
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Grant and Funding
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- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Real estate and rental and leasing
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- Transport Canada
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Access an incentive of up to $5,000 to purchase or lease a new light-duty zero-emission vehicle approved or listed on the program's list of eligible vehicles.
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The Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles Program encourages the increased adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) among Canadians and Canadian businesses. This initiative aims to reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions by supporting the purchase and lease of ZEVs.
- Purchase or lease of eligible battery-electric vehicles.
- Purchase or lease of eligible plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.
- Purchase or lease of eligible fuel cell electric vehicles.
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$ 5,000
Purchase of a zero-emission vehicle for eco-friendly taxi service
$ 5,000
Leasing electric buses for a pilot mass transit program
$ 5,000
Leasing electric cars for community carsharing program
$ 5,000
Purchase of electric delivery van for sustainable logistics
$ 5,000
Electric vehicle purchase to reduce environmental footprint of a food delivery service
$ 5,000
Purchase of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for agricultural use
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Eligibility for incentives under the iZEV Program includes specific criteria related to the vehicle and the applicant.
- The applicant must be a pre-approved carsharing company (as of March 28, 2023) to receive up to 50 incentives per calendar year.
- The vehicle must be classified as a zero-emission vehicle (ZEV), including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or fuel cell electric vehicles.
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This iZEV Program allows certain entities to apply for incentives when acquiring eligible zero-emission vehicles in Canada, contributing to reducing transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions.
- Dealerships selling or leasing eligible zero-emission vehicles.
- Authorized sellers involved in the distribution of zero-emission vehicles.
- Carsharing companies pre-approved by Transport Canada, eligible for incentives on a maximum of 50 vehicles per year.
- Individuals and organizations looking to purchase or lease eligible zero-emission vehicles.
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There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for the grant. The following types are excluded:
- Dealerships or sellers not pre-approved by Transport Canada
- Companies that do not deal in zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)
- Organizations not compliant with the Consumer Consent Form
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Eligible activities under this grant are geared towards supporting the increased adoption and sales of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) in Canada. The focus is on benefiting consumers, dealerships, and businesses by providing incentives and resources for ZEV-related purchases and infrastructure.
- Purchase or lease of eligible zero-emission vehicles by individuals and organizations under the iZEV Program.
- Provision of incentives to pre-approved carsharing companies for acquiring eligible ZEVs.
- Support for dealerships through program resources and mandatory forms to facilitate ZEV purchases and incentive claims.
- Expanding access to zero-emission vehicle charging and refuelling infrastructure.
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The Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) Program in Canada has specific evaluation and selection criteria to determine eligibility for the grant.
- Applicants must demonstrate the purchase or lease of an eligible zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) that meets program requirements.
- The vehicle must be registered and driven in Canada by the applicant for a specified period.
- Applicants need to submit complete and accurate documentation along with the incentive request.
- Meeting the program's deadlines and following the guidelines set by Transport Canada are crucial for consideration.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Review Eligibility Requirements
- Ensure your dealership, organization, or type of vehicle qualifies under the iZEV Program by reviewing the eligibility criteria on the Program overview page.
- Check specific eligibility for carsharing companies if applicable.
- Step 2: Access Program Resources
- Visit the Program resources for dealerships page to access necessary forms and documents.
- Download the mandatory Consumer Consent Form for processing incentives.
- Step 3: Dealership Enrollment
- If you are a new dealership, enroll in the iZEV Program through the link provided in the program resources.
- Submit required dealership enrollment forms and information.
- Step 4: Vehicle Purchase or Lease
- Identify eligible ZEVs available for purchase or lease.
- Purchase or lease an eligible vehicle according to your business or consumer needs.
- Step 5: Submit Incentive Request
- Complete the incentive request through the dealership portal.
- Ensure all forms, including the Consumer Consent Form, are accurately completed and submitted.
- Step 6: Confirmation and Follow-Up
- Receive confirmation of your application and any incentives applied.
- Track the status of your application via the dealership or the designated iZEV contact point.
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Here are additional relevant details for participants in the iZEV Program:
- Carsharing companies have specific eligibility that allows them to receive up to 50 incentives per calendar year upon pre-approval by Transport Canada.
- The new version of the Consumer Consent Form, effective from May 9, 2024, is mandatory for dealerships and authorized sellers to use.
- Participants are likely expected to adhere to Canada's Zero-Emission vehicle sales targets, which aim for 100% of new light-duty sales to be zero-emission by 2035.
- The Infrastructure Program aids in providing ZEV charging stations, which can facilitate the adoption and use of ZEVs.
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iZEV-iVZE@tc.gc.ca
1-800-O-Canada
