Incentives for Medium and Heavy-duty Zero-emission Vehicles Program

For fleets facing rising fuel costs, emissions targets, and pressure to modernize, switching to zero-emission trucks and buses can be a smart but capital‑intensive move. The Incentives for Medium and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles Program helps Canadian businesses bridge that gap by reducing the upfront cost of adopting cleaner commercial vehicles. Delivered by Transport Canada, this national program supports organizations across transportation, logistics, and other sectors that rely on medium- and heavy-duty vehicles to operate.

The program offers non-repayable incentives that can significantly lower the purchase or long-term lease cost of eligible zero-emission vehicles, including battery-electric and other qualifying technologies. Depending on vehicle class, funding can reach up to roughly $200,000 per vehicle, with businesses able to access up to about $1 million in incentives over a calendar year. Support is applied directly to new vehicles acquired for at least a year, making it especially attractive for companies planning fleet upgrades, replacements, or pilot deployments of zero-emission technology.

With applications currently being accepted and a wide range of eligible makes and models available, this program can play a meaningful role in reducing operating emissions while keeping fleet investments financially viable. Business owners considering cleaner vehicles may want to explore the full program details to see how this incentive could support their transition plans.