ℹ️ Important Federal EV Program Update
The original Transport Canada iZEV program officially concluded after all allocated funding was fully committed in January 2025. It was succeeded by the federal Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP), providing up to $5,000 CAD for eligible zero-emission vehicles with a transaction value cap of $50,000 CAD, alongside active provincial rebates.
Source: Transport Canada Clean Transportation · Last verified: September 2026.
1. Federal EV Incentive Evolution — iZEV & The 2026 EVAP Program
Originally launched in May 2019, the federal Incentives for Zero-Emission Vehicles (iZEV) program provided point-of-sale rebates directly on vehicle bills of sale. Following its record adoption and fund exhaustion, the program paved the way for the modernized Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP).
Core incentive tiers under the federal framework provide:
Battery-Electric & Long-Range PHEV
Applied to all pure BEVs and PHEVs with NRCan electric range ≥ 50 km. Program ended March 31, 2024.
Short-Range Plug-in Hybrids
Applied to PHEVs with NRCan electric range under 50 km. Program ended March 31, 2024.
- Passenger Cars: Base trim MSRP under $55,000 CAD; eligible up to $65,000 CAD for higher trims.
- Station Wagons, Pickups & SUVs: Base trim MSRP under $60,000 CAD; eligible up to $70,000 CAD.
2. Active Provincial EV Incentive Programs (2024–2026)
While the federal program has ended, several Canadian provinces maintain their own independent electric vehicle rebate programs. These are administered at the provincial level and do not require federal stacking.
| Province | Program Name | Max Rebate | Status (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quebec | Roulez vert | Up to $7,000 | ✓ Active |
| British Columbia | CleanBC Go Electric | Up to $4,000 | ✓ Active |
| Nova Scotia | Electrify NS | $3,000 | ✓ Active |
| New Brunswick | Electric Vehicle Rebate | Up to $5,000 | ✓ Active |
| Prince Edward Island | EV Incentive Program | Up to $5,000 | ✓ Active |
| Ontario | — | $0 | No provincial rebate |
| Alberta | — | $0 | No provincial rebate |
| Saskatchewan | — | $0 | No provincial rebate |
Note: Provincial program terms, eligibility caps, and availability change frequently. Always verify current status directly with the provincial ministry before purchase. NRCan incentive reference →
3. Quebec (Roulez vert) — Canada's Most Generous EV Province
Quebec's Roulez vert (Drive Green) program, administered by Transition énergétique Québec (TEQ), remains the most generous provincial EV incentive in Canada as of 2026. The rebate applies at point-of-sale for eligible new BEVs and PHEVs purchased or leased in Quebec.
- BEVs: Up to $7,000 CAD rebate on purchase or 4-year lease
- PHEVs: Up to $4,000 CAD on eligible plug-in hybrid models
- MSRP Caps: Generally under $65,000 CAD base MSRP
- Used EVs: Separate rebate of up to $4,000 for eligible used BEVs
For Quebec residents, the Roulez vert rebate alone remains one of the strongest incentives available in Canada after the end of the federal iZEV program. Source: Roulez vert official program page.
4. British Columbia (CleanBC Go Electric)
British Columbia's CleanBC Go Electric program offers rebates through the BC Scrap-It program and Point-of-Sale Incentive (POSI) via participating dealerships. The program is funded through the Province of BC and managed by the New Vehicle Dealers Association of BC.
- BEVs (new): Up to $4,000 CAD (MSRP under $77,000 CAD)
- PHEVs (new): Up to $2,000 CAD on eligible plug-in hybrid models
- Used BEVs: Up to $4,000 CAD (household income under $80,000; MSRP under $55,000)
Source: Go Electric BC official page.
5. How Leasing Impacts Provincial Rebate Values
Most provincial programs prorate the rebate amount based on lease duration. For Quebec's Roulez vert program as a reference example:
- 48-Month Lease: 100% of the maximum provincial rebate.
- 36-Month Lease: 75% of the rebate value.
- 24-Month Lease: 50% of the rebate value.
- 12-Month Lease: 25% of the rebate value.
Always confirm lease rebate proration rules directly with your province's program administrator, as terms differ between provinces and are updated periodically.
6. Will Canada Reinstate a Federal EV Rebate?
As of September 2026, there is no confirmed plan by the Government of Canada to reinstate a national electric vehicle purchase rebate program equivalent to the former iZEV. The 2024 federal budget redirected clean transportation funding toward charging infrastructure and fleet electrification rather than consumer purchase incentives.
Canadian automotive industry groups including the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers' Association (CVMA) and the Zero Emission Vehicle Association (ZEVA) have continued to advocate for the reinstatement of consumer incentives at the federal level. RangeAndFuel.ca will update this guide if a new federal program is announced.
