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Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects
Money for transit solutions in rural and remote communities
Last Update: March 3, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 23, 2023
Location
Canada
Overview
Receive funding to help cover the capital costs of a new or expanded transit solution, to support zero-emission transit solutions, and to establish safe and secure transit systems in rural communities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 23, 2023
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Transportation and warehousing
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and expansion of locally driven public transit solutions in rural, remote, Indigenous, and Northern communities.
- Implementation of fixed-route public transit services.
- Launch of on-demand transit models to improve local transportation.
- Introduction of micromobility services, such as e-bike programs, tailored for rural areas.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial or territorial governments
- Municipal or regional governments
- Public sector bodies created by provincial or territorial statute or regulation
- Federally or provincially incorporated not-for-profit organizations or charities
- Indigenous governments, organizations, and development corporations
Who is not eligible
- Individuals and private citizens
- Federal entities, including federal Crown corporations
- Private sector entities
Eligible expenses
The Rural Transit Solutions Fund: Capital Projects Stream aims to support capital expenditures for new or expanded rural transit solutions. This encompasses a variety of transportation modes and necessary infrastructure enhancements tailored to rural community needs.
- Purchase of fixed-route buses for rural transit.
- Implementation of non-traditional transit solutions such as ride-share or on-demand services.
- Acquisition of minivans, small craft, or zero-emission fleet vehicles for rural transportation.
- Construction of intermodal transport hubs.
- Installation of charging stations for electric vehicles.
- Procurement of software to facilitate transit operations and management.
Eligible geographic areas
- Rural areas across Canada, including rural communities within provinces and territories
- Smaller towns and villages outside core urban zones of Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs)
- Indigenous communities across Canada
- Territories of Canada (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut)
Additional information
- The application intake period for the Capital Projects Stream is currently closed, except for Indigenous applicants, who may submit until April 8, 2025 (3:00 p.m. EDT).
- Results will be communicated to applicants in writing in the coming months.
- Applicant guides, webinars, and FAQs are available to support the application process.
- Updates regarding the fund are posted on the official website and through a mailing list subscription.
Documents and links
Frequently Asked Questions about the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects. 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 Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects?
Receive funding to help cover the capital costs of a new or expanded transit solution, to support zero-emission transit solutions, and to establish safe and secure transit systems in rural communities.
How much funding can be received?
Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $5,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects program?
To be eligible for the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects program, you must:
Private sector entities are not eligible.
Applicants must be legal entities in good standing with the Government of Canada.
Eligibility limited to governments, public sector bodies, not-for-profits, and Indigenous organizations.
What expenses are eligible under Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects?
Development and expansion of locally driven public transit solutions in rural, remote, Indigenous, and Northern communities.
Implementation of fixed-route public transit services.
Launch of on-demand transit models to improve local transportation.
Introduction of micromobility services, such as e-bike programs, tailored for rural areas.
Where is the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects available?
The Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects program is available across Canada.
Is the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects?
Rural Transit Solutions Fund — Capital Projects is funded by Government of Canada, Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)
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