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Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations
Financial support for installing public fast-charging stations
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : October 28, 2022
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The Private Sector Support Program for the Deployment of Public Fast Charging Stations provides financial assistance of up to $2.5 million per site (and up to $10 million per project call) to private companies for the purchase and installation of public DC fast charging stations in strategic locations throughout Quebec. Eligible activities include acquiring and installing certified charging stations of at least 100 kW, related infrastructure, and associated professional services.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500,000 $
- Up to 80% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : October 28, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Retail trade
- Accommodation and food services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Purchase and installation of public fast charging stations (DCFC) at strategic locations accessible to electric vehicle users.
- Deployment of charging sites with a minimum of two fast charging stations per location.
- Installation of fast charging stations near complementary services such as restaurants, pharmacies, shopping centers, or grocery stores.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form.
- Project plan.
- Financial statements for the last two years.
- Electric utility connection request.
- Technical sheets for the charging stations.
- Preventive maintenance plan.
- Detailed and itemized quotes.
- Site plan with parking spaces and charging stations.
- Power of attorney, if applicable.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit companies registered with the Quebec Business Register and having an establishment in the province.
Who is not eligible
- Municipal entities and municipal organizations.
- Indigenous communities.
- Federal ministries and agencies.
- Government bodies and government-owned enterprises listed under Quebec financial administration rules.
Eligible expenses
- Purchase of eligible charging stations and related accessories.
- Purchase of lighting equipment and weather protection equipment for the charging area.
- Acquisition of devices or software for energy management of electric vehicle charging.
- Installation costs for various equipment.
- Professional service fees and labor required for the project (such as plans, installation, electrical connection, and infrastructure work).
- Warranty, management/telecommunication, and preventive maintenance fees payable at the time of station purchase.
- Permit fees for the installation of the charging station.
- Costs for environmental assessments.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before project approval.
- Cancelled project expenses.
- Operating costs for charging stations.
- Land purchases, rent, and brokerage fees.
- Electricity costs, financing costs, legal fees, interest, taxes, and insurance.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for eligibility and completeness.
- Eligible projects are then reviewed by a selection committee.
- The committee scores projects against program criteria and a minimum passing score applies.
- The ministry sends its decision in writing to the applicant.
- If approved, a subsidy agreement must be signed before funding is paid.
Additional information
- The second call for projects ended in June 2024, and it is currently not possible to submit new applications.
- Required documents for application submission must be provided in French.
- A single grant can be requested per eligible charging station; if applying for multiple sites, each is evaluated as a separate project.
- The maximum grant is $2.5 million per site and $10 million per call for projects.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations Program
What is the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations?
The Private Sector Support Program for the Deployment of Public Fast Charging Stations provides financial assistance of up to $2.5 million per site (and up to $10 million per project call) to private companies for the purchase and installation of public DC fast charging stations in strategic locations throughout Quebec. Eligible activities include acquiring and installing certified charging stations of at least 100 kW, related infrastructure, and associated professional services.
How much funding can be received?
Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations Funds up to 80% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations program?
To be eligible for the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations program, you must:
For-profit companies registered with the Quebec Enterprise Register
Must operate an establishment in Quebec
What expenses are eligible under Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations?
Purchase and installation of public fast charging stations (DCFC) at strategic locations accessible to electric vehicle users.
Deployment of charging sites with a minimum of two fast charging stations per location.
Installation of fast charging stations near complementary services such as restaurants, pharmacies, shopping centers, or grocery stores.
Where is the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations available?
The Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations?
Private sector support program for the deployment of public fast charging stations is funded by Government of Québec