Purchase and Lease Incentives for EVs
Several financial incentives are available for the purchase of an electric vehicle or charging station.
Check here to see which subsidies you may be eligible for, by province :
Quebec
Roulez vert program
- Up to $2,000 for a new electric vehicle. Please note that the program will end on January 1, 2027.
- Up to $1,000 for a used electric vehicle.
- Up to $600 for the purchase and installation of a charging station.
- Up to $5,000 per connector per station for multi-unit charging stations.
- Grant for projects to purchase and install public fast-charging stations: 80% of eligible expenses up to a maximum of $125,000 to $225,000 depending on the power of the station
- Some municipalities may also offer grants.
- Some companies offer incentives to their employees.
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Alberta
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
British Columbia
The FortisBC Program
- Single-family homes: Rebates of up to 50% of the purchase and installation costs of an eligible Level 2 charging station, up to a maximum of $350.
- Multi-unit residential buildings and commercial buildings: 50% of eligible purchase and installation costs, up to $2,000 per station, with a maximum of $14,000 per application.
Kamloops - charging station grants
- Rebate available for single-family homes: up to 75% of costs, to a maximum of $500.
- Rebate available for apartments/condos: up to $1,000.
- Receive up to $500 for the purchase and installation of an eligible Level 2 charging station for a single-family home, duplex, or townhouse with a private garage or dedicated parking space.
Learn more
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Manitoba
Home Energy Efficiency Loan Program - Manitoba Hydro
This program offers convenient financing for energy-efficient upgrades, including the installation of electric vehicle charging stations. Monthly payments are added to your electricity bill, with no down payment required.
- Maximum eligible amount: $3,000 per charging station, including installation costs.
For more information
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
New Brunswick
Plug-in-NB - Charging Station Rebate Program for New Brunswick Businesses
- Level 2 charging station: Up to 50% of total eligible costs, up to a maximum of $5,000 per connector
- Fast charging station (20 kW to 49 kW): Up to 50% of total project costs up to a maximum of $15,000 per station
- Fast charging station (50 kW and above): Up to 50% of total project costs up to a maximum of $15,000 per station
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador Vehicle Grant Program
- $2,500 toward the purchase of a 100% electric vehicle
- $1,500 toward the purchase of a plug-in hybrid vehicle.
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Northwest Territories
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Nova Scotia
Electric Vehicle Charging Station Grants for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings – Efficiency Nova Scotia
- Efficiency Nova Scotia offers grants to help owners of multi-unit residential buildings install electric vehicle charging stations. These grants are available for existing or new buildings with four or more units.
- This program offers up to $29,000 in financial support to help building owners invest in EV charging infrastructure. This includes conducting engineering studies and installing eligible infrastructure.
For more information
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Nunavut
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Ontario
Home Energy Loan Program (HELP) Toronto
- Homeowners in Toronto have access to low-interest loans of up to $125,000 for energy-efficient upgrades, including Level 2 residential charging stations.
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Prince Edward Island
Incentives for electric vehicles
The province of Prince Edward Island has made available a provincial rebate to help cover the initial cost of an electric vehicle, which can be combined with other federal rebates.
- $4,000 for the purchase of eligible electric vehicles
- $2,000 for plug-in hybrid vehicles.
Learn more
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
Yukon
Clean Energy Rebate Program
- $5,000 for new electric vehicles
- $3,000 for plug-in hybrid vehicles
Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP)
- Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle until the end of 2026 ($4,000 starting in 2027)
- Up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid vehicle until the end of 2026 ($2,000 starting in 2027)
*Subsidies for electric vehicles can change quickly. Please always refer to the official website of the organization offering the subsidy for the most up-to-date information. Feel free to write to us at infos@roulonselectrique.ca to let us know about any missing subsidies or information that needs to be updated.
Videos for more information (French only)
- How does the government rebate apply at the time of purchase? (lighting capsule)
- What are the eligibility criteria for the Roulez vert subsidy program? (recorded webinar)
- What are the new Roulez vert subsidy amounts and how to apply for a subsidy? (recorded webinar)
EV subsidies for commercial and institutional needs
Other programs are available for businesses and municipalities. All kind of electric commercial vehicles are covered, from heavy trucks to electric cargo bikes.
Programs for businesses and municipalities