Get financial support of up to $5 million for your project that will help meet the growing needs of zero emission vehicles by increasing the availability of localized charging and hydrogen refuelling opportunities in Canada.

Activities funded

Installation of EV charging infrastructure in public places to increase accessibility for EV users.
Development of on-street EV charging solutions to cater to urban areas and promote street-side charging availability.
Implementation of EV charging facilities in multi-unit residential buildings, facilitating access for residents and promoting the use of electric vehicles in high-density areas.
Setting up of EV charging stations in workplaces to encourage employees to use electric vehicles by providing convenient charging solutions at their place of employment.
Integration of EV charging infrastructure for on-road vehicle fleets, supporting businesses and government fleets in transitioning to electric mobility.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 720,000

Deployment of 12 EV chargers for a vehicle fleet

$ 400,000

Creation of 5 EV charging stations in a multi-unit residential building

$ 600,000

Introduction of 8 public EV charging stations's business district

$ 500,000

Installation of 7 public EV chargers on-street

$ 500,000

Installation of 10 public electric vehicle chargers

$ 750,000

Deployment of 15 workplace EV chargers

Eligibility

Eligible recipients under the ZEVIP for delivery organizations program include entities meeting the following criteria:

Initial Recipients must be provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments, their institutions, agencies, and Crown corporations (including public utilities), or not-for-profit organizations validly incorporated or registered in Canada.
Ultimate Recipients must be legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada or abroad, which can include not-for-profit and for-profit organizations such as companies, condo boards, Indigenous businesses or communities, public institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments or their departments or agencies.
Federal organizations such as federal departments, federal Crown corporations, or federal agencies are not eligible recipients under the program.

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) Delivery Organizations include provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments along with their institutions, agencies, and Crown corporations (including public utilities), and not-for-profit organizations that are validly incorporated or registered in Canada. These organizations can act as Initial Recipients to further distribute funds to Ultimate Recipients.

Who is not eligible

The ZEVIP for Delivery Organizations excludes specific entities from eligibility based on their governmental status. These restrictions focus on ensuring the program supports a diverse range of local and regional entities.

Federal departments.
Federal Crown corporations.
Federal agencies.

Eligible expenses

The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) provides funding to delivery organizations to enable the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility to EV charging stations across various environments in Canada.

Installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in public places.
Development of EV charging stations on-street.
Implementation of charging facilities in multi-unit residential buildings.
Establishment of EV charging points at workplaces.
Support for on-road vehicle fleets with charging infrastructure solutions.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant supports companies across Canada by enabling localised EV infrastructure projects. It leverages a network of Initial and Ultimate Recipients spread through various public and private organizations.

Ville de Montréal
Outaouais region through the Conseil régional de l’environnement et du développement durable
Ontario's Regional Tourism Organization (RTO7)
British Columbia via the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation
Quebec through Hydro-Québec and La grappe industrielle des vehicules electriques et intelligents (Propulsion Quebec)
Alberta Municipalities including the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre
New Brunswick served by NB Power
Newfoundland and Labrador through Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro
Nova Scotia coordinated by Clean Nova Scotia Foundation
Yukon supported by the Government of Yukon
Northwest Territories through the Government of NWT

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection criteria for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program for delivery organizations are as follows:

Alignment with program objectives and priorities
Demonstrated need for EV infrastructure
Project feasibility and sustainability
Benefits to the community and environment
Cross-sector collaboration and partnerships

How to apply

Check Eligibility

Determine if you qualify as an Initial Recipient or Ultimate Recipient under the ZEVIP for delivery organizations program.

Review Application Requirements

Consult the applicant guide for specific eligibility criteria and technical requirements.

Prepare Application Materials

Gather all necessary documents and information required for the application process.

Fill out Application Form

Complete the application form with accurate and detailed information.

Submit Application

Follow the instructions provided for submitting the application to the designated delivery organization.

Additional information

For applicants interested in the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program for delivery organizations, here's what you should know:

Currently, the application process for Initial Recipients is closed due to oversubscription.
A program calendar is available for future updates on application openings.
In case of questions or to request detailed guidelines, contacting the relevant email address provided is recommended.

Documents and links

Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations. 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 Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations?

How much funding can be received?

What expenses are eligible under Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations?

The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) aids in the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across various locations. This program helps accommodate the growing need for EV infrastructure in multiple public and private sectors. Installation of EV charging infrastructure in public places to increase accessibility for EV users. Development of on-street EV charging solutions to cater to urban areas and promote street-side charging availability. Implementation of EV charging facilities in multi-unit residential buildings, facilitating access for residents and promoting the use of electric vehicles in high-density areas. Setting up of EV charging stations in workplaces to encourage employees to use electric vehicles by providing convenient charging solutions at their place of employment. Integration of EV charging infrastructure for on-road vehicle fleets, supporting businesses and government fleets in transitioning to electric mobility.

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations?

Who is eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations program?

To be eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Delivery Organizations program, you must: Eligible recipients include provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments, and their institutions, agencies, and Crown corporations. Not-for-profit organizations validly incorporated or registered in Canada can apply as Initial Recipients. Federal departments, Crown corporations, or agencies are not eligible for this program.