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Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations
Supports zero-emission vehicle infrastructure for Indigenous organizations
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) – Indigenous Organizations stream provides up to $2 million per project to support electric vehicle chargers and hydrogen refuelling stations. It funds new installations or expansions in public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings, and vehicle fleet locations.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Transportation and warehousing
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
- Installation of hydrogen refuelling stations.
- Expansion of charging access in public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings, and fleet locations.
Documents Needed
- Articles of incorporation or registration.
- Proof of Indigenous ownership or control, where applicable.
- Supporting link to an official Indigenous directory or First Nation profile, if available.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous communities
- First Nations
- Tribal councils
- Inuit organizations
- Indigenous-owned for-profit and not-for-profit businesses and organizations
Who is not eligible
- Softwood lumber companies.
- Companies vertically integrated with softwood lumber companies.
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and benefits.
- Professional services such as engineering, construction, installation, testing, training, and marketing.
- Travel, capital equipment, rental or leasing costs, and permits.
- Environmental assessment costs, honoraria, and taxes net of rebates.
- Project-related overhead, up to 15% of eligible expenditures.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- In-kind contributions.
- Land costs.
- Legal costs.
- Ongoing operating costs such as electricity, maintenance, networking fees, and subscriptions.
- Costs incurred before approval or outside the eligible expenditure period.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
How to apply
- Step 1: Check program updates
- Review the program calendar for future funding opportunities.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Gather required supporting documents and confirm the project meets program requirements.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Follow the instructions in the current Request for Proposals when the intake is open.
- Step 4: Await the decision
- The funder acknowledges receipt, reviews the submission, and issues a funding decision.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are acknowledged within 5 business days.
- Funding decisions are issued within 100 calendar days.
- A draft Contribution Agreement is sent for review after conditional approval.
- Payments are issued after a duly completed payment claim is received.
Additional information
- This funding stream is currently fully allocated and not accepting new applications.
- Service standards include timelines for acknowledging applications and issuing decisions.
- The program is committed to offering flexible timelines and removing barriers to increase Indigenous community access.
- For future updates on funding opportunities, applicants are advised to consult the program calendar.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations Program
What is the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations?
The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) – Indigenous Organizations stream provides up to $2 million per project to support electric vehicle chargers and hydrogen refuelling stations. It funds new installations or expansions in public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings, and vehicle fleet locations.
How much funding can be received?
Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations program?
To be eligible for the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations program, you must:
Indigenous communities or organizations
Indigenous ownership and control required
New or expanded infrastructure in Canada
What expenses are eligible under Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations?
Deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Installation of hydrogen refuelling stations.
Expansion of charging access in public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings, and fleet locations.
Who can I contact for more information about the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations?
You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at zev-infra-vez@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.
Where is the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations available?
The Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations program is available across Canada.
Is the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure (ZEVIP) — Indigenous organizations is a Grant and Funding