Purchase and Lease Incentives for EVs
The governments of Quebec and Canada offer a discount to individuals, businesses, organizations and municipalities who wish to purchase an electric vehicle.
Quebecers can obtain a cumulative rebate of up to $12,000 for a new vehicle and $3,500 for a used vehicle. Electric motorcycles are also eligible for a rebate of $2,000 and electric scooters for a rebate of $500.
The list of eligible models and the rebates associated with each model vary for each program, and also depend on the vehicle’s model-year. It is therefore important to check the list of eligible vehicles on the website of each rebate program.
«Roulez vert» Program (new vehicle)
Up to $7,000 for a new electric vehicle. For all the details and conditions of the Roulez vert Program from the Government of Quebec, visit the website : quebec.ca/en/transports/electric-transportation/financial-assistance-electric-vehicle/new-vehicle or consult the brochure of the program (french only).
*Please note that the Roulez vert program will end on January 1, 2027. The amounts of financial assistance for electric vehicles will gradually decrease in 2025 and 2026. For a new 100% electric vehicle, subsidies will drop to $4,000 in 2025 and $2,000 in 2026. For a used 100% electric vehicle, it will be $2,000 in 2025 and $1,000 in 2026. The current amounts remain in effect until December 31, 2024. See the government website to learn more.
iZEV Program (new vehicle)
Up to $5,000 for a new electric vehicle. For all the details and conditions of the iZEV Program from the Government of Canada, visit the website : tc.canada.ca/en/road-transportation/innovative-technologies/zero-emission-vehicles
«Roulez vert» Program (used vehicle)
Up to $3,500 for an used electric vehicle. For all the details and conditions of the rebate for a used vehicle in Quebec, visit the website : quebec.ca/en/transports/electric-transportation/financial-assistance-electric-vehicle/used-vehicle or consult the brochure of the program (french only).
Simplified management, reduced monthly payments
If the new vehicle is dealer-financed (purchase or lease), most manufacturers will offer to directly subtract the government rebate from the total purchase price (after various fees and taxes). The monthly vehicle payments are therefore reduced*.
NOTE: these discounts are not taxable for individuals.
* Tesla only offers this service for the federal grant of $5,000, if applicable (depending on the chosen model). The Tesla buyer will therefore have to take the necessary steps to obtain the Quebec rebate of $7,000 (Roulez vert Program).
Companies that also subsidize their employees!
Some Quebec companies have chosen to encourage their employees to move away from gasoline, in order to participate in the energy transition and the fight against climate change.
Videos for more information (French only)
- How does the government rebate apply at the time of purchase? (lighting capsule)
- What are the eligibility criteria for the Roulez vert subsidy program? (recorded webinar)
- What are the new Roulez vert subsidy amounts and how to apply for a subsidy? (recorded webinar)
