Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative

A call for proposals is open to receive grants towards innovative projects that address awareness and knowledge gaps among Canadians and businesses on ZEVs and ZEV technologies.
  • Government of Canada
Overview of the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative program:

The Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative (ZEVAI) - Funding for Indigenous Projects is a program offered by Natural Resources Canada. It is designed to support Indigenous communities and organizations in increasing awareness and adoption of zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). The program aims to empower Indigenous groups to lead the transition to cleaner transportation by providing funding for projects that promote ZEV awareness, education, and infrastructure development.

Benefits of the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative program:
  • Participating in the ZEVAI program offers several key benefits for Indigenous communities and organizations:
  • Financial Support: The program provides grant funding to cover eligible costs associated with projects that promote ZEV awareness and infrastructure development.
  • Capacity Building: By supporting education and awareness initiatives, the program helps Indigenous communities build capacity to adopt and promote ZEV technologies.
  • Environmental Impact: The adoption of ZEVs contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supports sustainable transportation within Indigenous communities.
  • Economic Opportunities: The program can help create local jobs and stimulate economic growth through the development and implementation of ZEV-related projects.
Eligibility criteria of the Zero Emission Vehicle Awareness Initiative program:
  • To be eligible for the ZEVAI program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Indigenous Affiliation: The applicant must be an Indigenous organization, community, or group based in Canada.
  • Project Scope: The proposed project must focus on increasing awareness, education, or the adoption of ZEVs within Indigenous communities. Projects may also include the development of ZEV infrastructure, such as charging stations.
  • Alignment with Program Objectives: The project must align with the programs goals of promoting zero-emission transportation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
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