ZEVIP Funding Incentive
To expand and promote Canada’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is funding projects through the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP).
ZEVIP is a multi-year program ending in 2027. Its objective is to break down barriers associated with electric vehicle adoption by increasing the availability of charging stations where Canadians live, work and play.
To learn more about the various funding phases and when they will be released, talk to our EV experts or visit Natural Resources Canada.
How much can you receive?
The maximum funding per type of charger is as follows:
| Type of Infrastructure | Output | Maximum Funding | Maximum Funding for Indigenous businesses and communities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 2 – (208 / 240 V) charging stations | 3.3kW to 19.2kW | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $5,000 per connector* | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $7,500 per connector* |
| Fast charger | 20kW to 49kW | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $15,000 per charger | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $22,500 per charger |
| Fast charger | 50kW to 99Kw | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $50,000 per charger | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $75,000 per charger |
| Fast charger | 100 kW and above | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $75,000 per charger | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $112,500 per charger |
| Fast charger | 200 kW and above | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $100,000 per charger | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $150,000 per charger |
| Hydrogen refuelling station | Dispensing at 350 bar minimum for medium and heavy-duty vehicles and 700 bar minimum for light-duty vehicles | Up to 50% of total project costs, to a maximum of $1,000,000 per site | Up to 75% of total project costs, to a maximum of $1,500,000 per site |
Eligibility
For this phase, EV charging infrastructure projects must include:
- A minimum of two (2) fast chargers of 50 kW and above; OR
- If installing less than two fast chargers of 50 kW and above, a minimum of twenty (20) chargers of all charging levels.
For Level 2 chargers, each connector can count as a unit towards the minimum of 20 chargers if each connector can charge a vehicle at the same time.
Fast chargers with multiple connectors, and capable of charging multiple vehicles simultaneously and independently at a given output level may be eligible to receive additional funding.
To learn more about eligibility criteria speak to our EV experts or visit Natural Resources Canada.
Funding is available for a variety of applications, including:
Multi-Unit Residential Buildings (MURBs)
Buildings with a common entrance having a minimum of 3 dwelling units.
Light-Duty Fleets
Companies that own or lease light-duty fleets of vehicles for business activities such as taxis or medium and heavy-duty vehicles like delivery trucks.
Workplaces
Workplaces where chargers are installed in locations primarily used by employees.
Public Places
Parking areas intended for public use, such as service stations, retail, restaurants, arenas, libraries, medical offices, park and ride, etc.
On-Street
On-street or curbside charging for public use.
Talk to our EV Experts today to find the funding that’s right for you
Envari Advantage
When you choose to work with Envari and our team of experts, you receive:
Application Management
Envari can support the entirety of the application process to ensure eligibility and maximize your funding.
An EV Readiness Assessment
Envari will conduct an on-site system and layout audit to assess current electrical infrastructure, electrical capacity, parking configuration, user preferences/habits, installation effort, and overall cost.
Flexible, Optimized, Agnostic Technology
Envari is a product-agnostic provider and can offer EV charging stations from a variety of manufacturers. We will guide you through all options for an ideal EV infrastructure design that fits your budget.
And, of course, continued maintenance and ongoing support is available.