EV Rebates in Ontario (2026)
Provincial program
No provincial programNo provincial EV rebate, but some local hydro utilities offer home-charger rebates, and the $5,000 federal EVAP applies.
- Ontario has not offered a provincial purchase rebate since 2018.
- Several local distribution companies (hydro utilities) offer $500–$1,500 toward Level 2 home charger installation; check your own utility's programs.
Federal: the $5,000 EVAP rebate
Active- Up to $5,000 for a new battery-electric or hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle; up to $2,500 for a plug-in hybrid.
- The final transaction value must be $50,000 or less, except EVs manufactured in Canada, which have no price cap.
- Applies to purchases and leases of 12 months or longer, from February 16, 2026 to March 31, 2031 (subject to available funding).
- The dealership applies the incentive at the point of sale; no paperwork to file yourself.
Amounts and availability change often. Always confirm details on the official program page before you buy. Last reviewed: 2026-08-01.