CHARGED Pollution Probe’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Support Program

Pollution Probe GM Dealer Community Charging Program

As part of NRCan’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP), DCCP is the largest EV charging station incentive program in Canada providing substantial rebates for the installation of EV charging stations.

The Pollution Probe GM Dealer Community Charging Program (DCCP) ZEVIP initiative, supported by GM Canada and NRCan, offers funding opportunities for new Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations.

The program aims to bridge the accessibility gap and accelerate the transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEV’s). Funding is available until March 31, 2025, on a first-come, first-serve basis, with FLO as the exclusive provider of charging stations.

Approximately 500-600 new charging sites can be supported nationwide through this program, making a significant impact on the national charging network.

Eligible recipients under this program must be legal entities validly incorporated or registered in Canada, including not-for-profit and for-profit organizations such as:

Individuals, owners of single-family homes, and federal government departments are not eligible to apply for this round of funding.

Eligible locations for EV charging station installations under this program include:

Multi-Unit Residential Building (MURB)

MURB charging is defined as infrastructure in parking spaces where people live, and businesses reside, whereby public charging is available 24/7

On-Street

On-street charging is considered curbside charging infrastructure for public use and is managed by local governments.

Public Places

Defined as parking areas intended for public use. Parking areas can be privately or publicly owned and operated. Examples of public places include, but are not limited to, service stations, retail outlets, restaurants, community centres, libraries, medical offices, parks, etc.

Maximum rebate levels are indicated in the table below. Applicants are welcome to submit multiple applications if planning installations at multiple sites. Maximum funding per project site is $100,000.

Eligible Type of Infrastructure	Output	Maximum funding per unit installed
Level 2 (208/240 V)	3.3 kW to 19.2 kW	Up to 50% of total eligible project costs, to a maximum of $6,000 per connector

For Indigenous businesses or communities, or provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments, the stacking limit is 100% of project costs.

All charging stations installed under our program must be connected, or have the ability to communicate to other stations and/or to a server or the cloud through cellular/wireless signal or connected vehicle communications using software to report on usage and/or other capabilities.

All stations supported must be owned by the applicant/funding recipient and must be for a new or expanded charging site (not replacements for other charging stations).

All stations must be sourced from FLO and must be operational by March 31, 2025. Reimbursements can only apply to project expenses incurred between April 1, 2024, and March 31, 2025.

Site hosts are initially responsible for covering all project costs, but eligible expenses would be reimbursed by NRCan, GM, and participating dealerships. Once reimbursed, site hosts would be responsible for FLO’s Global Management Service fees, maintenance costs, sales taxes (related to the project), and a portion of installation costs.

GM will provide a fixed reimbursement of $6,000, and participating dealerships would provide a fixed reimbursement of $4,000 per dual port L2 charging station. Both GM and dealership funding would be channeled through Probe for distribution to site hosts.

Pollution Probe will reimburse successful applicants in one lump sum payment following the submission of all project completion documents (paid invoices, proof of ownership or access to install sites, “before and after” photos, etc.).

Each of the three application documents provided below must be completed, signed by a duly authorized officer of the applicant, and submitted to Pollution Probe electronically (email ftran@pollutionprobe.org). If you have questions that are not addressed in the applicant guide, please feel free to contact us.

Natural Resources Canada: Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program

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FLO Products & Services

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FLO CoRe+ (Level 2 charging stations) Spec Sheet

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FLO SmartTWO (Level 2 charging stations) Spec Sheet

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About Pollution Probe

Pollution Probe is a national, not-for-profit, charitable organization that exists to improve the health and well-being of Canadians by advancing policy that achieves positive, tangible environmental change. Pollution Probe has a proven track record of working in successful partnership with industry and government to develop practical solutions for shared environmental challenges. Established in 1969, it is one of the oldest continually operating environmental NGOs globally.

Contributing to the decarbonization of Canada’s transportation sector is one of Pollution Probe’s core objectives. We have a long history of facilitating ZEV deployment efforts and providing ZEV-related expertise to all levels of government and private sector stakeholders. Our transportation team understands not only the strategic importance of charging infrastructure, but the key stakeholders involved in delivering it and the rationale for deploying different types of infrastructure in different locations to optimize utilization rates and ZEV deployment in general.

All correspondence related to this program can be directed to:

Fern Tran
Director, Pollution Probe
ftran@pollutionprobe.org
(416) 926-1907 x 234

About General Motors

General Motors is a global company focused on advancing an all-electric future that is inclusive and accessible to all. GM is committed to delivering a simplified, efficient and accessible charging experience for all EV drivers. Expanding charging access is an important step in our zero crashes, zero emissions, zero congestion strategy. To make this happen, we’re collaborating with Pollution Prove and NRCAN, working to streamline the charging experience and helping to close charging equity gaps in our communities.

We believe the democratization of charging is vital to accelerating the mass adoption of EVs. Our goal is to simplify the charging experience for EV owners at home and in public and to help ensure that critical charging infrastructure is available to all.

More information on the company and its subsidiaries, visit gm.com.

For information about GM:

dcc.canada@gm.com
(555) 555-5555

About Flo

FLO is a leading North American charging network and operates a comprehensive charging ecosystem that fulfills EV drivers’ needs wherever they may be—at home, at work or on the go—by ensuring a consistently simple and seamless experience.

FLO provides turnkey solutions to property managers, business owners, employers and municipal administrators who wish to support EV adoption by supplying charging services. FLO also offers smart home charging solutions for both single-family houses and multi-unit residential buildings, as well as access to thousands of public charging stations across the country.

For technical or pricing information related to FLO charging stations and services, please contact:

Alan Czechowski
Business Development Manager, FLO
aczechowski@flo.com
(416) 201-1098

GM Canada – Pollution Probe Dealer Community Charging Program (DCCP) ZEVIP Initiative

What is the purpose of the DCCP ZEVIP Initiative?
The DCCP ZEVIP Initiative aims to accelerate the transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) by providing funding opportunities for new Level 2 EV charging stations across Canada.

Who is eligible to apply for funding under this program?
Legal entities incorporated or registered in Canada, including companies, multi-unit residential building owners and operators, indigenous and community groups, academic institutions, and provincial, territorial, regional, or municipal governments or their departments or agencies are eligible to apply. Individuals, single-family homeowners, and federal government departments are not eligible for this round of funding.

What are the eligible locations for EV charging station installations?
Eligible locations include public places such as service stations, retail outlets, restaurants, community centers, libraries, medical offices, parks, etc., on-street charging infrastructure managed by local governments, and multi-unit residential/business buildings (MURBs) with public charging that is available 24/7.

What are the rebate details for Level 2 charging stations?
GM will offer a set reimbursement of $6,000 per dual port L2 charging station, while Local Community GM Dealerships will provide a fixed reimbursement of $4,000 per dual port L2 charging station. These funds will be routed through Probe, which will then distribute them to the site hosts.

Are there any requirements for the charging stations?
All charging stations must be connected or have the ability to communicate with other stations or a server/cloud using cellular/wireless signal or connected vehicle communications. The stations must be owned by the applicant/funding recipient and must be for a new or expanded charging site, not replacements for existing charging stations. Additionally, all stations must be sourced from FLO and operational by March 31, 2025.

How does the reimbursement process work?
Site hosts are responsible for covering all project costs initially. However, eligible expenses will be reimbursed by NRCan, GM, and participating dealerships. Once reimbursed, site hosts will be responsible for FLO’s Global Management Service fees, maintenance costs, sales taxes related to the project, and a portion of installation costs.

How and when will successful applicants receive reimbursement?
Reimbursement will be provided to successful applicants in one lump sum payment following the submission of all project completion documents, such as paid invoices, proof of ownership or access to install sites, “before and after” photos, etc.

How can I apply for funding under this program?
To apply, you must complete and sign the three application documents provided and submit them electronically to Pollution Probe via email (ftran@pollutionprobe.org) which will be approved by GM Canada and its Local Community GM Dealerships.

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