Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative — Light-Duty Vehicle — For-profit
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours to help bridge the gap in awareness and confidence in zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and clean fuels. By participating, you can play a crucial role in Canada's transition to a greener future while benefiting your business.
Why Apply?
- Funding Support: Receive up to 50% of project costs covered for for-profit organizations and up to 75% for non-profits and other eligible entities.
- Non-Repayable Contributions: Unlike loans, this funding does not need to be repaid, easing your financial burden.
- Diverse Project Activities: Engage in activities such as developing educational events, creating training materials, and launching awareness campaigns.
Benefits to Your Business
- Enhanced Visibility: Position your business as a leader in sustainable practices.
- Increased Knowledge: Gain access to resources and training that can improve your operations.
- Support for Innovation: Leverage funding to explore and implement new technologies and practices in clean transportation and fuels.
Qualifying for this program is straightforward, and the potential benefits to your business and the environment are significant. Apply now to take advantage of this unique opportunity.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Non-repayable Contribution
Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
- This is a non-repayable contribution, meaning you do not have to pay back the funds received.
Eligible Expenses:
- Development of in-person or online education and/or awareness events, such as test drive opportunities.
- Creation of curriculum or training material.
- Outreach and awareness campaigns.
- Development of web-based resources.
- In-person professional training or industry-led skills training.
- Projects that increase knowledge of charging & refueling and/or clean fuels options and technologies.
Ineligible Expenses:
- Purchase of vehicles is not eligible for reimbursement.
- Any expenses incurred prior to the signing of a contribution agreement with NRCan.
Fees:
- There are no fees associated with applying for or receiving this funding.
Qualifications
Must be an organization or legal entity validly incorporated or registered in Canada.
- Includes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations such as:
- Electricity or gas utilities
- Private sector companies
- Industry associations
- Research associations
- Standards development organizations
- Indigenous and community groups
- Canadian academic institutions
- Provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments or their departments or agencies
- Includes not-for-profit and for-profit organizations such as:
Must be an international legal entity validly incorporated or registered abroad.
- Includes for-profit and not-for-profit organizations such as:
- Private sector companies
- Industry associations
- Research associations
- Standards organizations
- Academic institutions
- Includes for-profit and not-for-profit organizations such as:
Disqualifications:
- Softwood lumber companies
- Companies vertically integrated with softwood lumber companies
Description
This program offers funding to help your business increase awareness and understanding of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) and clean fuels. You can receive up to 50% of project costs covered if you are a for-profit organization, and up to 75% if you are a non-profit or Indigenous organization. This funding is non-repayable, meaning you don’t have to pay it back.
You can use the money for various activities such as:
- Organizing education and awareness events, both in-person and online
- Developing training materials or curriculum
- Running outreach and awareness campaigns
- Creating web-based resources
- Offering professional or industry-led skills training
- Increasing knowledge about charging, refueling, and clean fuel technologies
This program is a great opportunity to boost your business’s role in the transition to cleaner transportation. By participating, you can help close the knowledge gap and build public and industry confidence in ZEVs and clean fuels, all while receiving substantial financial support.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation:
- Business registration or incorporation documents
- Financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet)
- Project proposal detailing objectives, activities, and expected outcomes
- Budget plan outlining project costs and funding sources
- Any relevant permits or licenses
Complete the Application Form:
- Access the application form from the official program website
- Fill out all required fields accurately
- Ensure all information aligns with the provided documentation
Prepare a Detailed Project Proposal:
- Describe the project’s goals and how it addresses awareness gaps in ZEVs or clean fuels
- Outline the target audience and expected impact
- Include a timeline of activities and milestones
Develop a Budget Plan:
- Provide a detailed budget that includes all project costs
- Identify funding sources and specify the amount requested from the program
- Ensure the budget aligns with the program’s funding criteria
Submit the Application:
- Review the completed application and attached documents for accuracy
- Submit the application through the designated online portal or email address
- Keep a copy of the submission for your records
Await Confirmation and Follow-Up:
- Monitor your email for confirmation of receipt and any follow-up requests
- Respond promptly to any additional information requests from the program administrators
Sign Contribution Agreement:
- If approved, review the contribution agreement provided by NRCan
- Sign and return the agreement as instructed
- Begin project activities upon receipt of the Letter of Conditional Approval
Report Progress and Outcomes:
- Regularly update NRCan on project progress as per the agreement terms
- Submit final reports detailing project outcomes and financial expenditures
