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Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects
Supports planning for zero-emission bus deployment
Last Update: June 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
Zero Emission Transit Fund supports planning projects for school transportation or public transit bus fleets in Canada. It funds studies to advance zero emission bus deployment, including system planning, operational strategy, financial analysis, capacity assessment, and environmental benefits.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Studies, analysis and forecasting to advance a zero emission bus deployment project
- System-wide analysis of ZEB technologies, technology selection and system-wide design
- Identifying charging/fueling infrastructure needs and strategies
- Developing a plan to collect and analyze data from deployment, identify best practices, and measure performance
- Estimating lifecycle cost savings associated with the transition to a ZEB fleet
Documents Needed
- Project location map in KML format
- Project map or plan showing project elements in schematic form
- Additional information on the current status of bus fleet
- Additional information on the planning project details
- Supporting documentation may be provided, such as a Request for proposal
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Applicants applying on behalf of an eligible recipient may provide the legal name of the eligible organization.
Eligible geographic areas
- The current bus fleet must be located in the province(s)/territory(ies) selected in the application, and the project will take place there.
- The project location map must identify the geographical boundaries of the current bus fleet’s network and the anticipated project location.
How to apply
- Complete the Planning Projects application form.
- Submit the application by email to zetf-ftcze@infc.gc.ca.
- Include the subject line: Stage II ZETF Planning Application - (provide the project name and applicant organization?)-(Date).
- Copy, paste, and complete the email template with the required project details.
Processing and Agreement
- Supporting documents may be submitted as an email attachment with the planning application form.
- Canada reserves the right to request additional documentation to supplement the application.
- Once the application is completed, submit the application by email to zetf-ftcze@infc.gc.ca.
Additional information
- Applicants must submit the application by email to zetf-ftcze@infc.gc.ca.
- The email subject line must include: Stage II ZETF Planning Application - (provide the project name and applicant organization?)-(Date).
- The email body must include the project name, EOI reference number, project location, estimated start date, estimated end date, estimated total cost, and a brief 1-2 paragraph project summary.
- Canada reserves the right to request additional documentation to supplement the application.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects Program
What is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects?
Zero Emission Transit Fund supports planning projects for school transportation or public transit bus fleets in Canada. It funds studies to advance zero emission bus deployment, including system planning, operational strategy, financial analysis, capacity assessment, and environmental benefits.
Who is eligible for the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects program?
To be eligible for the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects program, you must:
Each planning project application must follow one stream only, School Transportation or Public Transit.
If you are applying for both, two separate applications must be submitted.
What expenses are eligible under Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects?
Studies, analysis and forecasting to advance a zero emission bus deployment project
System-wide analysis of ZEB technologies, technology selection and system-wide design
Identifying charging/fueling infrastructure needs and strategies
Developing a plan to collect and analyze data from deployment, identify best practices, and measure performance
Estimating lifecycle cost savings associated with the transition to a ZEB fleet
Who can I contact for more information about the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects?
You can contact Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC) by email at zetf-ftcze@infc.gc.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects available?
The Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects program is available across Canada.
Is the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects?
Zero Emission Transit Fund — Planning Projects is funded by Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC)