Through the Zero Emission Transit Fund, the Government of Canada is investing $2.75 billion over five years, starting in 2021, to support public transit and school bus operators plan for electrification, support the purchase of 5,000 zero emission buses and build supporting infrastructure, including charging infrastructure and facility upgrades.
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Buildings | Energy Efficiency | Infrastructure | Nature-Based Assets | Renewable Energy | Transportation
Mitacs
Mitacs connects municipalities of all sizes with post-secondary researchers for innovative projects ensuring Canadians develop the best public policies to create vibrant and healthy communities.
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Municipal Sustainability Initiative
Supports municipalities to manage growth pressures and become sustainable with public infrastructure and operating funding.
Infrastructure | Transportation
Incentives for Zero Emission Vehicles Program
To help reduce the barriers of making the switch away from fossil fuel-based transportation, this program provides funding and incentives, as well as testing and research on automated and connected vehicles and zero-emission vehicles.
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Federation of Canadian Municipalities
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities offers grants for municipal environmental projects. Loans are also available to municipalities at competitive rates, and most recipients receive an additional grant of up to 15 percent of their loan amount.
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Canada Community-Building Fund
The Federal Gas Tax Fund helps communities to build and revitalize public infrastructure that supports national objectives of productivity and economic growth, a clean environment, and strong communities.
Electric Vehicles for Municipalities Program
Funding for municipalities to purchase electric vehicles, charging stations, and to run feasibility studies.
Electric Vehicle Charging Program
Offset the cost of installing charging stations in public places, on-street locations, municipal workplaces and for municipal vehicle fleets. Up to 100% of costs can be covered.
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Canada Infrastructure Bank Growth Plan
The $10 billion Growth Plan aims to stimulate jobs for Canadians and strengthen Canada’s economy through new infrastructure investments. Funding is available for zero-emission buses, clean power, building retrofits, and more.
Buildings | Energy Efficiency | Infrastructure | Nature-Based Assets | Renewable Energy | Transportation
Alberta Real Estate Foundation
Alberta Real Estate Foundation offers grants for projects that fall within one of four categories: housing, land stewardship and environment, community innovation, or industry leadership.