Roulez Vert — New vehicle rebate
QC, Canada
Rebate on new electric vehicles in Quebec.
grant_single|update March 17, 2025
grant_single_labels|summary
grant_single|eligibleFinancing
- grant_single|maxCount
grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDateFebruary 1, 2025
- grant_single|closingDateMarch 31, 2025
- grant_single|grantStatusSuspending
grant_single|financingType
Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Other services (except public administration)
grant_single|grantors
- Gouvernement du Québec
grant_single|status
grant_card_status|suspending
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The Roulez Vert program offers up to $4,000 in financial assistance for the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle, promoting the use of environmentally friendly transportation. Eligible activities include purchasing fully electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, or hydrogen-powered vehicles.
grant_single_labels|terms_and_conditions
- The maximum financial assistance amount varies by vehicle type: up to $4,000 for fully electric and hydrogen-powered vehicles, $2,000 or $1,000 for plug-in hybrid vehicles, and $1,000 for electric motorcycles.
- The financial assistance amount is subject to reduction over time, and updated amounts are planned for 2025 and 2026.
- Rebates can be included in the purchase or long-term lease contract by the dealership.
- Dealers should not charge administration fees for applying the government rebate.
- Applicable taxes are calculated on the vehicle purchase price before applying the government rebate.
- The Québec government reserves the right to modify the program conditions and the amount of financial assistance at any time.
grant_single_labels|projects
- Purchase of a new eligible fully electric vehicle.
- Purchase of a new eligible plug-in hybrid vehicle.
- Purchase of a new eligible hydrogen-powered (fuel cell) vehicle.
- Purchase of an electric motorcycle.
- Long-term lease (12 months or more) of a new eligible fully electric, plug-in hybrid, or hydrogen-powered vehicle.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 7,000
Purchase of a new electric delivery van for ABC Logistics fleet
$ 7,000
Acquisition of a used electric vehicle
$ 3,500
Purchase of an electric scooter for local courier business
grant_single_labels|admissibility
- Businesses must be registered in the Registraire des entreprises and operate with an establishment in Québec.
- Applicants can include Québec municipalities and public bodies established in Québec.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
- Businesses registered in the Registraire des entreprises that operate and possess an establishment in Québec.
- Québec municipalities.
- Public bodies established in Québec.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
Some types of companies are not eligible for the grant. Eligible recipients are only owners of new electric vehicles registered with the SAAQ in Québec. Businesses, governments, and organizations purchasing vehicles are not eligible.
- Businesses
- Governments
- Organizations
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
- Purchase or lease of a new fully electric vehicle.
- Purchase or lease of a new plug-in hybrid vehicle.
- Purchase or lease of a new hydrogen-powered (fuel cell) vehicle.
- Purchase of a new electric motorcycle.
grant_eligibility_criteria|zone
- Province of Québec.
grant_single_labels|criteria
grant_single_labels|register
- Step 1: Register for Online Services
- Access the program’s online services portal.
- Complete the registration process to create an account.
- Step 2: Vehicle Selection
- Review the list of eligible new electric vehicles.
- Select a vehicle meeting the program's criteria.
- Step 3: Acquisition of Vehicle
- Purchase or lease the selected electric vehicle from a certified dealer.
- Step 4: Application Submission
- Log in to your online account after vehicle acquisition.
- Submit the necessary documents and application form through the portal.
- Step 5: Confirmation
- Receive confirmation of your application submission via email or portal message.
grant_single_labels|otherInfo
- Any reduction in financial assistance amounts for electric vehicles will take place gradually, with specific planned changes for the years 2025 and 2026.
- Eligible vehicles must have a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of less than $65,000 to qualify for the Roulez vert program.
- The eligibility of each vehicle model for the rebate depends on its year, version, and battery capacity, which should meet specific requirements.
- Administration fees cannot be charged by the dealer for processing the government rebate.
- The eligible vehicle must be registered for the first time in Québec and must not have been previously registered outside the province.
- The program requires a minimum registration period in Québec: 12 months for personal vehicle use and 36 months for vehicle fleet purchases.
- Online services for applying for the rebate and other program activities are provided only in French.
- An online account with Roulez vert must be created before applying for the rebate, using identification details matching the vehicle registration certificate.
grant_single_labels|contact
roulez.electrique@mern.gouv.qc.ca
1-866-266-0008
