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Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream
Funding for Indigenous-led clean transportation awareness
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Location
Canada
Overview
Provides up to $4.5 million for Indigenous-led awareness and education projects on cleaner transportation and clean fuels. It supports activities that build awareness, knowledge, and confidence in zero-emission vehicles, lower-carbon trucks, and clean fuel options.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Reach a new target audience
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open Date : April 1, 2023
- Closing date : March 31, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- In-person or online awareness events
- Curriculum and training materials
- Outreach and awareness campaigns
- Web-based resources
- Professional or industry-led skills training
Documents Needed
- Completed application package
- Applicant contact information
- Project idea description form, if requested
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities or governing bodies
- Indigenous-owned for-profit or non-profit organizations
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- Applications were reviewed as they were received.
- Funding was awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Program staff could help determine whether a project was a fit before submission.
Additional information
- Intake was continuous until March 31, 2025, or until funds were fully allocated.
- Applications were reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Program staff could discuss project ideas before application.
- The program was designed with a community-centred, flexible approach for Indigenous applicants.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream. 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 Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream?
Provides up to $4.5 million for Indigenous-led awareness and education projects on cleaner transportation and clean fuels. It supports activities that build awareness, knowledge, and confidence in zero-emission vehicles, lower-carbon trucks, and clean fuel options.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was March 31, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream program?
To be eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream program, you must:
Indigenous-led applicant
Awareness or education project
Clean transportation or clean fuels
What expenses are eligible under Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream?
In-person or online awareness events
Curriculum and training materials
Outreach and awareness campaigns
Web-based resources
Professional or industry-led skills training
Who can I contact for more information about the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at ila-sda@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream available?
The Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream program is available across Canada.
Is the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative - Indigenous stream is a Grant and Funding