EV rebates in Canada 

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EV rebates and incentives

How much is Canada’s EV rebate?

As of January 12, 2025, the federal government’s iZEV program has been paused, ending a $5,000 EV rebate that had been around since 2019. Transport Canada says the pause was triggered by exhaustion of the program’s allotted funding, with no details for future plans currently available. 

It’s still possible, though, to save some money on your next EV (and the equipment you may need to charge it), depending on where you live. Below, we’ll look at the provincial rebates for EVs and chargers still in effect as of this writing in May 2025.

These provinces offer incentives for electric vehicles and charging systems:

Alberta EV charging rebates

There’s funding of up to $100,000 available per location for municipalities, schools, indigenous communities, businesses, organizations and non-profits looking to install qualifying EV charging infrastructure.

British Columbia EV charging rebates

B.C. withdrew its CleanBC vehicle rebates at the end of April. However, EV buyers can apply for a rebate of up to 50% of the cost of a home charger. The province also has rebates of up to $120,000 for EV infrastructure upgrades to apartments, condos and townhomes. 

Manitoba EV rebates

Manitobans can take advantage of up to $4,000 in provincial rebates on the purchase of eligible new EVs, as well as rebates of $1,000 to $4,000 on EV leases, and up to $2,500 for qualifying pre-owned EVs. It’s all part of the Manitoba Electric Vehicle Rebate program. Additional support may be available through Manitoba Hydro’s Home Energy Efficiency Loan program, which can help finance up to $3,000 towards the cost of an EV charger and installation.

New Brunswick EV rebates

New Brunswick’s EV rebate and home charging incentives are some of the best remaining, but there’s a catch: they come to an end on July 1, 2025. If you live in New Brunswick and you’re planning an EV purchase in the next few weeks, get a move on to take advantage of NB Power’s remaining rebates of up to $5,000 for eligible electric and plug-in hybrid models. Even shoppers buying a second-hand EV or plug-in hybrid can save $1,000 or more. 

An additional rebate is available for home charging stations, covering 50% of the cost of purchasing and installing a Level 2 home charger, to a maximum of $750. This program ends as of July 1st as well.

There’s also up to $50,000 available per 50kw or higher fast charger install for businesses, schools, associations, utilities or community groups. 

Newfoundland & Labrador EV rebates

NL Hydro offers a rebate of $2,500 on the purchase or lease of a 100% all-electric vehicle and $1,500 for a plug-in hybrid. Visit its website to check vehicle eligibility.

Northwest Territories EV rebates

Canada’s biggest EV rebates belong to the Northwest Territories, where the Arctic Energy Alliance offers $7,500 for new BEVs and PHEVs and new level 2 electric charging stations for home use.

Nova Scotia EV rebates

Nova Scotia’s EV Charging for Multi-Unit Residential Buildings program won’t be taking applications after June 30, 2025, meaning you’ve got a few weeks left to apply for up to $29,000 in financial support if you’re a building owner investing in EV charging infrastructure.

Prince Edward Island EV rebates

EV incentives offered by the Government of Prince Edward Island are the most generous in Canada, with rebates of up to $5,750 for eligible EVs under $70,000, and up to $3,250 for eligible plug-in hybrid electrics and used EVs. Lease incentives are also available. This program no longer provides free EV chargers to recipients, though the rebate amounts were recently increased by $750 (as of March 1, 2023) to help cover that cost. You can find full program details here.

Quebec EV rebates

Quebec’s EV incentives remain strong in 2025, though they’re gradually being reduced and phased out over the next few years. This year, shoppers in Quebec can apply for a rebate of $4,000 on a fully electric vehicle, $500 to $1,000 for a plug-in hybrid depending on battery size, and up to $2,000 on a qualifying used EV. Next year, these amounts will be cut in half; they’ll be phased out for 2027. 
There’s still currently $600 of assistance available for home chargers, and up to $5,000 per connector installed to eligible multi-dwelling buildings.

Yukon EV rebates

Drivers in Yukon can apply for a rebate of $5,000 for a new EV, hydrogen fuel cell or plug-in hybrid model with over 50 kilometres of all-electric range. Choose a plug-in hybrid with an all-electric range under 50 kilometres, and the rebate drops to $3,000. There’s also a $1,500 rebate to cover the cost of shipping a used EV to the Yukon, and up to $1,500 or 50% of the cost of purchasing and installing a home charger. Check here for the full scoop.

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About Justin Pritchard

Justin Pritchard is an automotive journalist and award-winning presenter, photographer, videographer and technical writer in Sudbury, Ont. He is a former co-chair of the Canadian Car of the Year Awards, and his passion for vehicle testing is the core of his work.