New Federal Investments in Community and Indigenous-Led Projects to Support Vehicle Decarbonization

Reducing pollution from the transportation sector is helping to fight climate change and ensure clean air in our communities.

That’s why the Government of Canada is helping Canadians across the country make the switch to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), including battery-electric vehicles (BEVs).

At the BEV In-Depth: Mines to Mobility Conference, Marc G. Serré, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources and to the Minister of Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced an investment to support zero-emissions and clean fuels awareness projects.

Investments in ZEV and clean fuels awareness projects

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) is investing over $2.1 million in six Indigenous-led Awareness Projects and one Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Awareness Project. These projects will support Canadian drivers and companies in accessing and understanding lower-carbon alternatives when choosing their next vehicle, such as electric and hydrogen vehicles or micro-mobility solutions like e-bikes.

Federal funding for these projects was provided through the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative, which supports outreach, education and capacity-building activities, ultimately boosting the widespread adoption of ZEVs among personal vehicle owners, fleet owners, communities, businesses and Indigenous Peoples.