
Canada EV Rebate Finder
Look up each EV rebate for the car you want where you live in Canada, plus the price once those rebates come off.
EV Rebate by Province
Two parts make up an EV rebate in Canada. Buyers in any province can claim the federal EVAP rebate of up to $5,000 on an eligible car. On top of it, only Quebec and Manitoba still offer a provincial rebate.
| Province or territory | Provincial rebate | New electric car | Plug-in hybrid | Federal + provincial, new electric |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario (ON) | Ended July 2018 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Quebec (QC) | Open | $2,000 | $1,000 | $7,000 |
| British Columbia (BC) | Paused since May 2025 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Alberta (AB) | None | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Manitoba (MB) | Open | $4,000 | $4,000 | $9,000 |
| Saskatchewan (SK) | None | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Nova Scotia (NS) | Ended | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| New Brunswick (NB) | Ended July 2025 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Prince Edward Island (PE) | Paused since April 2026 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) | Ended March 2026 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Yukon (YT) | Ended March 2026 | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Northwest Territories (NT) | Paused | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
| Nunavut (NU) | None | $0 | $0 | $5,000 |
The most you can get assumes a car on Transport Canada's list with a final price under $50,000; Quebec adds its rebate up to a $65,000 sticker price and Manitoba up to $70,000. Price caps, used EV amounts and fees by province
Cheapest EVs After Rebates
| Car | Type | Range | MSRP | Federal rebate | After federal rebate | After rebates in Quebec (QC) | After rebates in Manitoba (MB) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | 488 km | $34,998 | $5,000 | $29,998 | $27,998 | $25,998 | |
2027 Kia EV3 Light FWD | Electric | 356 km | $36,995 | $5,000 | $31,995 | $29,995 | $27,995 |
2026 Kia EV4 Light | Electric | 552 km | $38,995 | $5,000 | $33,995 | $31,995 | $29,995 |
| Electric | 227 km | $39,995 | $5,000 | $34,995 | $32,995 | $30,995 | |
| Electric | 422 km | $39,999 | $5,000 | $34,999 | $32,999 | $30,999 | |
2025 Kia Niro PHEV LX | Plug-in hybrid | 55 km on battery | $36,795 | $2,500 | $34,295 | $33,795 | $30,295 |
| Plug-in hybrid | 72 km on battery | $40,150 | $2,500 | $37,650 | $37,150 | $33,650 |
Cheapest electric cars in Canada · the cheapest plug-in hybrids, starting at $34,295 · every one of the 111 eligible trims
EV Rebates in Canada Right Now
- $5,000what the federal EVAP rebate pays for a new electric car in 2026; a plug-in hybrid gets $2,500
- $4,000the lower amount from January 1, 2027, with $2,000 for a plug-in hybrid
- $50,000the most the final deal can cost, though cars built in Canada are exempt
- 2provinces with a rebate of their own: Quebec (up to $2,000) and Manitoba ($4,000)
Source: Transport Canada: EVAP overview
Federal EVAP rules
- Price cap: $50,000 on the deal's final price before tax, waived for cars built in Canada
- Made in: Canada, or a country that has a free-trade agreement with Canada
- Paperwork: none for you; the dealer deducts it at purchase or lease
- Limit: leases of 48 months or longer earn the full amount; one EVAP rebate for each person
Source: Transport Canada: EVAP overview · every federal rule explained
Home Chargers and Used Electric Cars
- Federal EV rebate (EVAP)How much it pays each year, the price cap and how leases count
- EV charger rebatesCharger money from your province or power utility
- Used EV rebatesProvinces that still pay you to buy a used electric car
EV Rebate Questions
How big is the EV rebate in Canada?
From the federal EVAP program in 2026: as much as $5,000 for a new electric car, $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid. Manitoba adds $4,000 and Quebec as much as $2,000, so $9,000 is the highest total for one car in Manitoba. The federal EV rebate page sets out the rules.
Does Tesla qualify for the EV rebate in Canada?
One Tesla does. The 2026 Model Y RWD lists at $49,990, just under the $50,000 cap, so the federal rebate brings it to $44,990, and Quebec takes off $2,000 more. Manitoba leaves Tesla out of its own rebate. The Model 3 is not on Transport Canada's list, so it gets nothing.
Is the Ontario EV rebate coming back?
Ontario has announced no new rebate. It cancelled its last one on July 11, 2018, so buyers there get the federal rebate only. The Ontario EV rebate page shows what that means for each car.
Is there an EV tax credit in Canada?
No. Canada pays its EV help as a rebate the dealer takes off the price, so there is nothing to claim on your tax return. The earlier federal program, iZEV, closed on March 31, 2025, and EVAP replaced it in February 2026.
Does Canada still have an EV rebate?
Yes. The federal Electric Vehicle Affordability Program began on February 16, 2026 and ends March 31, 2031, or sooner if the funds run out. On October 1, 2026, $1.92 billion of the $2.275 billion remained (Transport Canada).
Will the EV rebate shrink in 2027?
Yes. The federal amount drops to $2,000 on a plug-in hybrid and $4,000 on an electric car when January 1, 2027 arrives. Which amount you get depends on when the dealer files the claim, not on when the car arrives. December 31, 2026 is the last day for Quebec's Roulez vert.
Do I have to apply for the EV rebate myself?
No. At the sale or lease, the dealer subtracts the federal rebate from the price, then bills Transport Canada for it. Manitoba buyers apply online to Manitoba Public Insurance after the sale; Quebec dealers also submit Roulez vert on your behalf.

