Electric Vehicle Rebate Program

Thereʼs never been a better time to go electric! Save up to $7,500 when purchasing an EV in NL

Are you considering an all-electric vehicle? With our EV Rebate Program, now you can save $2,500 on the purchase or lease of a 100% all-electric vehicle and $1,500 for a plug-in hybrid. That means you can save up to $7,500 when you combine our rebate with current federal incentives for the purchase of a new EV.

 

Youʼll feel great driving an EV, knowing that you are contributing to a greener future for Newfoundland and Labrador. Youʼll feel even better knowing that the majority of the electricity used to charge your vehicle comes from our provinceʼs clean, renewable energy sources. And, electricity is cleaner and cheaper than gas. A 400 km road trip in your EV would cost less than $10 at todayʼs electricity rates if you charged at home!

Get your rebate and hit the road!

About the Program

The EV Rebate Program makes electric vehicles more affordable for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians. By increasing the number of EVs on our roads that are powered by clean, renewable energy, we can reduce our carbon emissions and help slow the pace of climate change in the province.

The rebate is an initiative of the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and is administered by Hydro.

Starting April 1, 2023, rebates are available to eligible individuals, businesses, not-for-profit organizations or municipalities in NL for:

• The purchase or lease (minimum 48 months) of a new 100% all-electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid
• The purchase of a pre-owned 100% all-electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid.

Rebates are available on a first-come, first-serve basis or until program funding is depleted.

Eligibility

To qualify for the rebate:

• You must be a permanent resident, business, not-for-profit, or municipality in Newfoundland and Labrador*.
• The new or used 100% all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle must be purchased between April 1, 2023 and March 15, 2024.
• Applications will be accepted between April 1, 2023 and March 15, 2024.
• Vehicles purchased before April 1, 2023 are not eligible for this rebate.
• Vehicle must be intended for personal, business, not-for-profit, or municipal use in Newfoundland and Labrador.
• Vehicle must be registered for use within Newfoundland and Labrador. A copy of your final vehicle permit that lists the VIN and vehicle information from Service NL is required with your application.
• Only one rebate will be issued per vehicle/VIN number.
• Electric motorcycles and bikes are not eligible.

Eligible Electric Vehicles

• Purchase or lease (minimum of 48 months) of a new** 100% all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
• Purchase of a used all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle.
• Pre-owned EVs that have already received a rebate are not eligible for an additional rebate. To see if an EV has already been rebated, please email EVRebate@nlh.nl.ca with the VIN number and we will let you know.
• Vehicles must be purchased from a licensed vehicle dealership located in Canada. Person-to-person sales that do not include a vendor are not eligible.

Eligible Models:

• Eligible vehicle models can be found using the Natural Resources Canada Fuel Consumption Ratings search tool, under the ‘Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles’ and ‘Battery-electric vehicles’ categories. Newer vehicle models not yet added to the list for which evidence can be provided by the vendor that the model is a battery-electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle, will be reviewed and considered for eligibility.
• All Tesla’s are eligible for this rebate.
• Vehicle’s that are on the Transport Canada Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicles eligible vehicle list with a vehicle classification of Class 3 or lower.

How to apply for your rebate

Rebates are available for eligible 100% all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles purchased or leased between April 1, 2023 and March 15, 2024.

Once you have purchased your EV and have received your vehicle registration permit from the Department of Motor Registration, you can apply for the rebate online, or by downloading the application form and submitting it by email or mail.

Your application package must include:

• A completed and signed rebate application.
• A copy of the final bill of sale or lease contract from an authorized dealer in Canada, indicating the date of purchase.
• A copy of the vehicle registration permit: Please wait to apply until you have received this document from the Department of Motor Registration as proof that your vehicle is registered for use within Newfoundland and Labrador. A copy of the final vehicle registration permit that lists the VIN and vehicle information must be provided. An application or receipt is not proper documentation. It must be the full permit that contains your and your car’s information.

Applications that do not include all required information could result in a processing delay and possible denial of your rebate application.

Note: The rebate cheque will be mailed to the address provided on the application. Email is the preferred form of communication and will speed up processing of your rebate. If you do not have an email address, you may list the email of a family member. If listed, you are authorizing us to communicate with them on your behalf.

Email your completed, signed application to: EVRebate@nlh.nl.ca

Submit your completed, signed application by mail to:
Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
Newfoundland & Labrador Hydro
P.O. Box 12400
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Frequently asked questions

Click here for answers to frequently asked questions about the EV Rebate Program.

More Information

We’re here to help. To contact a member of our team, email EVRebate@nlh.nl.ca or call our customer service line at 1.888.737.1296 Toll-Free, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Newfoundland Standard Time).

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