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NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)
Support for EV value-chain manufacturing scale-up
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 15, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
NGen will invest up to $35 million in innovative, business-led, collaborative projects that strengthen Canadian capability and content for the EV value chain. The program supports the development, commercialization, and scale-up of advanced manufacturing technologies and capabilities for road-based BEVs and FCEVs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : November 15, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of advanced manufacturing technologies
- Novel manufacturing and production processes
- Closed-loop or generative design for manufacturing
- Circular economy processes and capabilities
- Scale-up of EV value-chain manufacturing capabilities
Documents Needed
- Application Agreement signed by all partners
- IP Tables
- Project financial documents for due diligence
- Financial statements
- Cash flow forecast
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Eligible not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous organizations
- Non-federal Crown corporations
- Businesses in the EV manufacturing value chain
Who is not eligible
- Other not-for-profit organizations
- Post-secondary institutions
- Federal Crown corporations
- Government departments or agencies
- International organizations without a registered business presence in Canada
Eligible expenses
- Personnel salaries and wages directly working on the project
- Subcontracting and consultancy fees
- New equipment, rental, operation, and maintenance
- Materials and supplies
- Travel and other direct project costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- In-kind costs
- Routine administration and operations
- Production, selling, marketing, and advertising labour
- Projects focused primarily on product development
- Projects unrelated to an EV value stream
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Project screening is reviewed by NGen before the full application
- Screening may be accepted or rejected
- If accepted, the application moves to financial due diligence and assessment
- Following approval, NGen and the consortium sign a Master Project Agreement
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- NGen will invest up to $35 million in collaborative projects with additional industry contributions to reach a total of $95 million.
- The program has a focus on scaling up manufacturing innovation along the ZEV value-chain.
- The EVMP program builds on previous investments made by NGen in the EV manufacturing sector.
- The program aims to ensure the Canadian automotive manufacturing sector remains competitive and integrated into the global supply chain for zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).
Frequently Asked Questions about the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP). 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 NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)?
NGen will invest up to $35 million in innovative, business-led, collaborative projects that strengthen Canadian capability and content for the EV value chain. The program supports the development, commercialization, and scale-up of advanced manufacturing technologies and capabilities for road-based BEVs and FCEVs.
How much funding can be received?
NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) program?
To be eligible for the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) program, you must:
Business-led, collaborative project
At least two Canadian partners
Advanced manufacturing scale-up
What expenses are eligible under NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)?
Development of advanced manufacturing technologies
Novel manufacturing and production processes
Closed-loop or generative design for manufacturing
Circular economy processes and capabilities
Scale-up of EV value-chain manufacturing capabilities
Who can I contact for more information about the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP)?
You can contact Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen).
Where is the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) available?
The NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) program is available across Canada.
Is the NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NGen — Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Value Chain Program (EVMP) is a Grant and Funding