Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream
grant_single|update January 24, 2025
Canada
Funding for awareness projects of ZEVs, stations and clean fuels
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grant_single|deadlines
- grant_single|openingDate April 1, 2023
- grant_single|closingDate March 31, 2025
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
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- Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
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grant_card_status|open
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Access funding for indigenous-led awareness and education projects that address gaps in awareness, knowledge and public and industry confidence in zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) of all classes, lower-emission medium and heavy-duty vehicle options, and/or c
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This grant offers support for Indigenous-led projects that aim to enhance awareness and education regarding cleaner transportation and clean fuels. Eligible activities focus on increasing public understanding and confidence in zero-emission vehicles and clean fuel options.
- Development of in-person or online education and awareness events, such as test drive opportunities.
- Creation of curriculum or training materials.
- Implementation of outreach and awareness campaigns.
- Creation of web-based resources.
- Development of in-person professional training or industry-led skills training.
- Programs aimed at increasing knowledge of charging, refuelling, and clean-fuel options and technologies.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample
$ 95,000
Increasing knowledge of clean-fuel options through workshops
$ 175,000
Implementing ZEV test drive events across Toronto
$ 75,000
Launching a clean-fuel awareness campaign's indigenous communities
$ 60,000
Creating an online resource hub for ZEV technologies
$ 130,000
Establishing professional training for ZEV maintenance
$ 100,000
Developing a comprehensive ZEV curriculum for schools
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's Indigenous ownership and operational focus.
- The applicant must be an Indigenous community or governing body, such as a First Nation (band or council under the Indian Act), tribal council, or Inuit organization.
- An applicant can also be a for-profit or not-for-profit business or organization that clearly demonstrates ownership and controlling interests by Indigenous groups.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply
An Indigenous community or governing body, which includes First Nations (band or council under the Indian Act), tribal councils, and Inuit organizations, as well as other forms of government or representative organizations, can apply. Additionally, for-profit or not-for-profit businesses or organizations that can clearly demonstrate ownership and controlling interests by Indigenous groups are eligible to apply. The term "Indigenous" encompasses Inuit, Métis, First Nations, or any combination of these groups.
grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply
There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Only Indigenous-led organizations or groups are eligible to apply. Non-Indigenous companies or organizations are not eligible for this funding opportunity.
- Non-Indigenous for-profit businesses
- Non-Indigenous not-for-profit organizations
- Companies or organizations without clear ownership and controlling interests by Indigenous groups
grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses
This grant encourages Indigenous-led initiatives that enhance understanding and confidence in cleaner transportation and clean fuels. Eligible projects emphasize educational and awareness-raising efforts to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles and clean fuel adoption.
- Developing in-person or online education and/or awareness events, such as test drive opportunities.
- Creating curriculum or training material.
- Conducting outreach and awareness campaigns.
- Building web-based resources.
- Organizing in-person professional training or industry-led skills training.
- Increasing knowledge of charging, refuelling, and clean-fuel options and technologies.
grant_single_labels|criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Relevance of the project to the areas of focus
- Clarity of objectives and expected outcomes
- Capacity of the applicant to deliver the project
- Engagement with Indigenous communities
- Budget justification and cost-effectiveness
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The application process is designed to be flexible to accommodate different community needs.
- The program aims to eliminate barriers that might prevent Indigenous organizations from accessing federal funding.
- Continuous engagement and dialogue with the funding body are encouraged to facilitate application processes.
- The call for proposals will remain open until either March 31, 2025, or until funds are fully allocated, whichever occurs first.
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