*Updated October 29, 2026
We’ve listed previously available programs at the bottom of this article.
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Most electric vehicles have higher price tags than gas-powered vehicles. This fact is cited by many consumers as the main reason why they do not drive an EV. However, incentives for purchasing an EV are available in Canada. In this article, weโll look at some of the incentive programs in Canada at the federal and provincial levels.
Federal EV Incentives
On February 5, 2026, the Canadian Government announced a new federal EV rebate program. The Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP) offers incentives for the purchase or lease of an electric vehicle, starting at:
- Up to $5,000 for battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles
- Up to $2,500 for plug-in hybrid vehicles
Eligible vehicles for the EVAP must be either:
- Canadian-made EVs of any value
- EVs with a final transaction value up to $50,000 that are produced in countries with a free trade agreement with Canada.
Limits are in place for different EV buyers
- Individual drivers can receive 1 EVAP incentive over the 5-year program
- Organizations and businesses can receive up to 10 EVAP incentives over the 5-year program.
- Not-for-profit organizations, including charities, can receive up to 10 EVAP incentives over the 5-year program. Provincial, territorial, and municipal governments with fleets can receive up to 10 EVAP incentives over the 5-year program.
- Eligible carsharing companies approved by Transport Canada can receive up to 50 EVAP incentives per calendar year.
The EVAP will run from February 16, , 2026, to March 31, 2031. EV purchases and leases that started on or after February 16, 2026, will also be able to receive the rebate. The incentive levels will gradually decline over time
The Electric Vehicle Affordability Program replaces the Incentive for Zero Emission Vehicle (iZEV) program, which was paused in January 2025 after funding was exhausted. According to the federal government, the EVAP will be more targeted than the iZEV program by focusing on affordable EV models rather than higher-priced models.
The second rebate offered by the Canadian government was the Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles (iMHZEV). The program closed on March 31, 2026.
Some examples of medium and heavy-duty vehicles include coach buses, utility vans, and semi-trailer trucks. To be eligible for the iMHZEV program, a vehicle had to:
- Be a zero-emission vehicle: battery electric, plug-in hybrid, or hydrogen fuel cell
- Have a gross weight rating greater than 8,500 lbs
- Meet all of Canadaโs Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
- Be available for order/purchase/lease in Canada.
- Be intended for use on public streets, roads, and highways or other paved surfaces
- Where applicable, be registered in Canada in the eligible recipient’s name
- For class 2B and Class 3 vehicles, be a medium-duty or passenger vehicle (MDPV) with an MSRP equal to or below $100,000, or a commercial vehicle.
- To be considered a commercial vehicle, the vehicle had to meet one or more of the following criteria:
- Have a seating capacity of 9 passengers or moreHave a cargo area (e.g., pick-up truck bed) of at least 183 cm in interior length
- Be a truck with container attachment capabilities
- To be considered a commercial vehicle, the vehicle had to meet one or more of the following criteria:
Certain vehicles were excluded from the program, such as transit buses, school buses, RVs, or off-road vehicles.
There were several incentive amounts available under the program. They were as follows:
Source: Government of Canada
Rebates under the iMHZEV program were applied at the point of sale by the dealership or other authorized sellers. The amount appeared directly on the bill of sale or lease agreement.
EV Incentives by Province
British Columbia
*Update* On May 15, 2025, the B.C. government paused the CleanBC Go Electric Light-Duty Vehicle rebate program. Following the pause, the provincial government will evaluate the program’s effectiveness and consider next steps. We’ve left information on the program for historical context.
The CleanBC Go Electric Rebate program provides funding for eligible medium and heavy-duty ZEVs. the following are the eligible vehicles with the corresponding rebate amounts.
Source: Government of British Columbia
The CleanBC Go Electric Fleets Charging Program assists public and private organizations in transitioning their vehicle fleets to EVs. Under the program, the following rebates are available:
- Fleet Suitability Assessment: financial assistance at 50% of the cost to install telematics equipment to a maximum of $50,000. Assessments without telematics are eligible for up to $3,000 in rebates.
- Infrastructure and facility assessment: rebates for 50% of costs, up to a maximum of $5,000.
- Electrical work and service upgrades: rebates for 30% of costs up to $20,000 per site (max of four).
- Level 2 charging infrastructure: reimbursements for eligible equipment and installation costs to 75% or up to $5,000 per new charging station, to a maximum of $50,000 per applicant. *Note: these amounts are for a limited time only. Once the period is over, amounts will revert to 5-% up to $2,000.
- DC Fast Charge charging infrastructure: reimbursements for eligible equipment and installation costs, to a max of $20,000 per station up to 49kW, or up to $75,000 for stations 50kW or more. *Note: These amounts are for a limited time only. After the period is over, the amounts will be capped at 50% of costs up to $20,000 and 50% up to $50,000, respectively.
The SCRAP-IT program offers a $300 cash rebate for drivers who swap their gas-powered vehicles for an EV or other low-carbon vehicle. The incentive applies to the purchase of new and used EV.
Manitoba
The Manitoba Government has launched its Electric Vehicle Rebate Program, which provides rebates of $4,000 for the purchase of a new eligible electric vehicle, $1,000-$4,000 for leasing an eligible EV, and $2,500 for the purchase of pre-owned eligible EVs. The rebate amounts are also stackable with the federal iZEV program. The program is retroactive for drivers who purchased an EV between August 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024. As outlined in the 2025 budget, Tesla’s and Chinese-made EVs bough after March 19, 2025, are no longer available for the rebate. Residents can apply for the rebate on the Manitoba Public Insurance website.
Eligible vehicles must be purchased or leased from Manitoba dealerships with a maximum MSRP of $70,000 for new EVs or a maximum of $70,000 MSRP for used EVs. Only one rebate will be awarded per vehicle and per owner.
Quรฉbec
Quรฉbec currently has the highest-paying provincial EV rebate program in Canada. The provincial government‘s program, called Roulez Vert, is offering individuals, businesses, organizations, and Quรฉbec municipalities a rebate of up to $2,000 on the purchase or lease of a new electric vehicle. The following table outlines the current rebate amounts:
Source: Government of Quรฉbec
On March 12, 2024, the Quรฉbec government announced the phase-out of rebates for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. The program will end completely in 2027. The program was temporarily paused from February 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025, due to low funds. Vehicles registered during the pause period were not eligible for financial assistance.
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Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Nunavut, and the Northwest Territories
Currently, there are no dedicated EV purchase incentive programs in these provinces and territories. However, there are other programs available in each jurisdiction that can be used toward EVs.
In Alberta, the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) helps communities lower their energy costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. While the incentive is not specifically for EVs, it provides up to $300,000 in funding for municipalities to purchase EVs, install charging stations, and conduct feasibility studies. The Electric Vehicle Charging Program provides funds for municipalities to install chargers in public spaces, on-street locations, properties, and municipal vehicle fleets. The program offers up to $5,000 for each Level 2 charger and up to $75,000 for each Level 3 fast charger (DCFC).
The Home Energy Efficiency Loan offered by Manitoba Hydro helps residents make energy-efficient upgrades to their homes. Under the program, Manitobans can receive financing up to $3,000 per EV charger, including installation. Furthermore, the provincial government plans to offer rebates of $4,000 on new EVs and $2,500 on used EVs.
Previously available rebate programs
- CleanBC Go Electric Light-Duty Vehicle rebate program – Paused on May 15, 2025
- Ontario’s EV Rebate through Plug’n Drive
- New Brunswick’s Plug-In NB EV program – Ended on July 1, 2025
- Nova Scotia’s Electrify Nova Scotia Rebate program – Ended on April 4, 2025
- Prince Edwards Islands’ Electric Vehicle Incentive program – Paused on April 15, 2026
- Newfoundland and Labrador’s NL Hydro EV Rebate program – Ended on March 15, 2026
- Yukon’s EV Rebate program – Ended on March 31, 2026
