We all know that going electric has its benefits, from lower emissions to electrifying performance. But did you know there are also a wide range of federal and provincial incentives in Canada to help you get into the BMW drive of your dreams. Read on to learn more.
Provincial incentives.
British Columbia.
Up to $4,000 rebate for individuals.
BC residents with a valid BC driver's license could be eligible for up to $4,000 in rebates when they purchase or lease a battery-electric or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. Rebates are income assessed and must be applied for before purchase of your chosen vehicle.
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Individual income |
Rebate for plug-in hybrids with range less than 85km |
Rebate for battery electric and long-range plug-in hybrids |
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Less than $80,000 |
$2,000 |
$4,000 |
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$80,001-$90,000 |
$1,000 |
$2,000 |
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$90,001-$100,000 |
$500 |
$1,000 |
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$100,000+ |
No rebate |
No rebate |
Vehicles eligible for the program:
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Vehicle type: |
Maximum MSRP: |
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Cars (two seaters, compacts, mid-sizes, and large cars) |
$55,000 |
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Larger vehicles (station wagons, mini-vans, SUVs, small and standard pickup trucks, and passenger vans) |
$70,000 |
Learn more about the rebate and find out how to apply on the Clean BC Go Electric website.
Carpool lane access.
In qualifying low-emission vehicles, you can apply for a decal that gives you access to the HOV lane on BC highways.
$350 EV charger rebate.
Owners or residents of single-family homes, row homes, or duplexes that purchase and install an eligible Level 2 EV charger could receive a rebate of up to 50% of costs, to a maximum of $350.
Up to $3,000 rebate for BC businesses.
BC-based businesses, non-profit organizations, and local governments can receive rebates of up to $3,000 for vehicles in their fleet.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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Battery electric, fuel-cell, and long-range plug-in hybrid vehicles |
Up to $3,000 |
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Plug-in hybrid vehicles with an electric range less than 85 km. |
$1,500 |
New Brunswick.
Up to $5,000 rebate.
Vehicles which qualify for the federal iZEV program are eligible for an additional $5,000 rebate through the provincial Plug-In NB program.
$750 EV charger rebate.
Residents or organizations that receive a vehicle rebate through the Plug-In NB program can claim 50% of the cost before taxes and fees to purchase and install one new level 2 EV charger, up to a maximum of $750.
Newfoundland & Labrador.
Up to $2,500 rebate.
Until March 15, 2024, vehicles which qualify for the federal iZEV program are eligible for an additional rebate up to $2,500 through the provincial Electric Vehicle Rebate Program.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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All-electric |
$2,500 |
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Plug-in hybrid |
$1,500 |
Northwest Territories.
Up to $7,500 rebate.
Until March 10, 2024, individuals, businesses, not-for-profit organizations, and community and indigenous governments can get rebates on eligible electric vehicles and charging equipment. To be eligible, you must be connected to NWT’s hydroelectric grid.
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Eligible products: |
Rebate: |
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Battery electric vehicle |
$7,500 |
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Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle |
$7,500 |
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Level 2 charging station for home use (220 or 240 volts) |
100% of purchase and installation cost, up to $500 |
Nova Scotia.
Up to $3,000 Rebate.
Vehicles which qualify for the federal iZEV program are eligible for an additional rebate of up to $3,000 through the provincial Electrify Nova Scotia Program.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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Battery electric vehicle |
$3,000 |
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Long-range plug-in hybrid electric vehicle |
$3,000 |
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Short-range plug-in hybrid electric vehicle |
$2,000 |
Ontario.
Carpool lane access.
Battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles are eligible for a green licence plate which gives them access to HOV lanes and HOT lanes with any number of occupants.
Prince Edward Island.
Up to $5,750 rebate.
Vehicles which qualify for the federal iZEV program are eligible for an additional rebate of up to $5,750 through the provincial electric vehicle incentive program.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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Battery electric vehicle |
$5,750 |
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Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle |
$3,250 |
Québec.
Up to $4,000 rebate.
Low-carbon vehicles with an MSRP of less than $65,000 could be eligible for a rebate up to $4,000 through the government of Québec’s Roulez vert program.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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Fully electric vehicle |
$4,000 |
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Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle |
$2,500-$5,000 |
$600 EV charger rebate.
The Québec government offers $600 in financial assistance for the purchase and installation of an eligible home charging station.
Yukon.
Up to $5,000 rebate.
Low-carbon vehicles whose base trim has an MSRP of less than $60,000 ($70,000 for pickup trucks) are eligible for rebates up to $5,000.
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Vehicle type: |
Rebate: |
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Battery electric or long-range (50km or more) plug-in hybrid vehicle |
$5,000 |
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Short-range plug-in hybrid (less than 50km) electric vehicle |
$3,000 |
$750 EV charger rebate.
Property owners with residences in the Yukon can claim 50% of the purchase and installation costs up to a maximum of $750.
Federal and provincial government Incentives are subject to the terms of the applicable government program. Government incentives, if available, are applicable after taxes, are subject to availability and may change at any time without notice. For additional information, please visit https://tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles/list-eligible-vehicles-under-izev-program for federal Government Incentives or consult your provincial government for further details.