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Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects
Supports zero-emission transit fleet electrification
Offered by
Funding available
$ 350,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Zero Emission Transit Fund supports the electrification of transit and school bus fleets through planning and capital funding. It covers studies, modelling, buses, charging and refuelling infrastructure, facility upgrades, and related support costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Planning studies, modelling, and feasibility analysis
- Purchase of zero-emission buses
- Charging and refuelling infrastructure
- Facility construction, upgrades, and supporting infrastructure
Documents Needed
- Project location map in KML format
- Project schematic map or plan
- Supporting information on the current bus fleet
- Supporting information on project planning or project details
- Consultation records and supporting documents, where applicable
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Municipal and regional governments
- Provincial and territorial governments
- Public bodies such as transit agencies and school boards
- Indigenous governing bodies and Indigenous development corporations
- Private school bus and accessible transit operators in partnership with a public partner
Who is not eligible
- Standalone private school bus operators without a public partnership
- Standalone private accessible transit operators without a public partnership
- Projects based on diesel buses or fossil-fuel-dependent infrastructure
- Projects relying on natural gas vehicles or hybrid buses
Eligible expenses
- Bus acquisition
- Charging and refuelling equipment
- New or upgraded support facilities
- Warranty costs, external training, Indigenous consultation, climate assessments, and project controls
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land and building purchases
- Diesel bus acquisition or maintenance
- Normal operating, maintenance, electricity, and fuel costs
- Natural gas vehicle and fossil-fuel-dependent infrastructure
- Hydrogen production off-site and related fuel transport costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec is subject to separate implementation discussions under the program framework
Selection criteria
- System-level planning
- Operational planning and deployment strategy
- Financial planning and lifecycle savings
- Technology implementation capacity
- Environmental benefits and climate resilience
How to apply
- Step 1: Submit a Declaration of Interest through the applicant portal or by email if portal access is not available
- Step 2: If invited, complete the appropriate Phase II application form
- Step 3: Attach supporting documents and send the application by email to the program inbox
- Step 4: Await review, follow-up questions, and written notification of the decision
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed for eligibility and merit
- Infrastructure Canada may request additional information
- Applicants are notified in writing of the results
- Approved projects require a contribution agreement before funding
- Projects may also be reviewed by the Canada Infrastructure Bank
Additional information
- The program is coordinated with the Canada Infrastructure Bank.
- Applications are accepted on a continuous basis until funds are fully allocated.
- Successful applicants must sign a contribution agreement.
- Applications may require environmental assessment and Indigenous consultation information.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects Program
What is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects?
The Zero Emission Transit Fund supports the electrification of transit and school bus fleets through planning and capital funding. It covers studies, modelling, buses, charging and refuelling infrastructure, facility upgrades, and related support costs.
How much funding can be received?
Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $350,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects program?
To be eligible for the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects program, you must:
Legal entity
Supports zero-emission buses
Planning or capital project
What expenses are eligible under Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects?
Planning studies, modelling, and feasibility analysis
Purchase of zero-emission buses
Charging and refuelling infrastructure
Facility construction, upgrades, and supporting infrastructure
Who can I contact for more information about the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects?
You can contact Infrastructure Canada (HICC) by email at zetf-ftcze@infc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-948-1148.
Where is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects available?
The Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects program is available across Canada.
Is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Zero Emission Transit Fund — Capital Projects is a Partnering and Collaboration