As of April 25 2022 the Electrify Rebate Program has changed new vehicle eligiblity to reflect those of iZEV – increasing the MRSP of accepted vehicles and changing the definition of a long-range and short-range PHEVs.
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Electrify Nova Scotia Rebate Program
Offered through the Province of Nova Scotia, Electrify provides rebates for the purchase or lease of qualifying BEVs, PHEVs and e-bikes purchased or leased from dealerships and retailers located in Nova Scotia on or after February 24, 2021.¹
All rebates on qualifying BEVs and PHEVs must be applied at the time of purchase from the dealership. As of April 25, 2022, the Electrify program will be changing to reflect the new iZev eligibility guidelines, increasing the MRSP of accepted vehicles and changing the definition of a long-range and short-range PHEV. Please refer to the federal list for qualifying vehicles.
Contact us:
(P) 1-877-522-1110
(E) electrify@cleanfoundation.ca
Electric Vehicles
Eligible vehicles are the same as the federal iZEV incentive program.
Vehicle Type | Vehicle Category | New Vehicles | Used BEVs and PHEVs | ||
MSRP (New Vehicles) | Rebate Amount | Retail Price (Used Vehicles) | Rebate Amount | ||
BEV | Passenger cars | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | $10,000 to $55,000 | $2,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | $10,000 to $55,000 | $2,000 | |
PHEV, long-range | Passenger cars | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | $10,000 to $40,000 | $1,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | $10,000 to $40,000 | $1,000 | |
PHEV, short-range | Passenger cars | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims | $2,000 | $10,000 to $40,000 | $1,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $2,000 | $10,000 to $40,000 | $1,000 |
E-bikes
E-bikes retailing for $1,200 or over are eligible for a $500 rebate1 if they meet the following criteria:
- the e-bike retails for at least $1,200, inclusive of sales and discounts, but exclusive of taxes and delivery fees;
- the electric motor must be 500 watts or less and be capable of propelling the cycle no faster than 32 km/h on level ground without pedaling;
- the motor must disengage when the operator: (a) stops pedaling, or (b) releases the accelerator or (c) applies a brake;
- the motor cannot be gas- or diesel-powered;
- the e-bike must be capable of being propelled by muscular power using the pedals, but it is not necessary to always be pedaling; and
- the vehicle must meet any other conditions in the Motor Vehicle Act and regulations (R.S., c. 293, s. 1).
Used e-bikes and new e-bikes ordered from third-party online retailers such as Amazon and Alibaba.com, directly from e-bike makers, or from individual private sellers are not eligible for a rebate.
Note that e-bikes are distinct from mopeds, and motorcycles because they have pedals and can be operated solely under human power. Electric mopeds, motorcycles, and off-road vehicles are not eligible for the e-bike rebate.
How to access your provincial rebate
Rebates are available for purchases or leases of eligible BEVs, PHEVs and e-bikes that were made on or after February 24, 2021.
All rebates on qualifying BEVs and PHEVs must be applied at the time of purchase from the dealership. As of April 25, 2022, the Electrify program will be changing to reflect the new iZev eligibility guidelines, increasing the MRSP of accepted vehicles and changing the definition of a long-range and short-range PHEVs. Please refer to the federal list for vehicles that qualify for rebates.
E-bikes must be purchased new from a retailer with a physical storefront in Nova Scotia (this includes both independent retailers as well as local outlets of chain stores). E-bikes ordered directly from e-bike makers or third party online retailers are not eligible.
E-bike purchases from retailers who don’t offer an instant rebate option, will need to apply retroactively. Applications must be submitted within 30 days of purchase to qualify, and will be provided on a first come-first serve basis.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Do I have to live in Nova Scotia to qualify for a rebate?
Yes, individual consumers must be Nova Scotian residents to receive the rebate.
Are businesses and non-profit organizations eligible?
Are municipal governments and First Nations eligible?
Are Federal or Provincial departments, agencies or Crown corporations eligible?
When does the Electrify rebate program start?
Starting February 24, 2021, Nova Scotian residents and eligible organizations who purchase or lease an eligible vehicle or e-bike are entitled to receive rebates.
When does the Electrify rebate program end?
Is it a first-come, first-serve rebate program?
Yes, rebates are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis and will remain available until the program budget is exhausted or the program is terminated. We require applications to be received within 30 days of purchase.
What if I bought an eligible electric vehicle or e-bike on February 23, 2021? Can I still get my rebate?
If I have made a deposit already but have not made final payment, and have not yet received my e-bike, am I eligible?
No, the e-bike must be paid in full to receive the rebate.
I bought or leased an eligible electric vehicle, or purchased an eligible e-bike on or after February 24, 2021 but didn’t get the rebate. What do I need to do to get my rebate payment, and how long will I have to wait?
Starting April 1, 2021, EV dealerships and e-bike retailers may choose to offer rebates at point-of-sale, at their discretion. Where dealerships and retailers offer the instant rebate option, they will be responsible for completing all required documentation.
If you purchased an eligible EV or e-bike between February 24th and March 31, or if you purchased after April 1st from a dealership or retailer that doesn’t offer the instant rebate option, you can receive your rebate by completing an application and submitting the supporting documents detailed in the application instructions. We will review the application to confirm eligibility and issue you a cheque for your rebate. Assuming the application is complete and the purchase was eligible, we will post a cheque to you within 30 days of receiving your application.
Can I purchase or lease an electric vehicle outside of Nova Scotia and still qualify for the rebate?
No, only vehicles purchased or leased within Nova Scotia from a licensed dealer are eligible.
Can I purchase an e-bike outside of Nova Scotia and still qualify for the rebate?
I am an EV dealership or e-bike retailer, how do I register to offer rebates at point-of-sale?
Once you complete your online registration you will receive instructions detailing how to submit an application to be reimbursed for rebates.
I am an EV dealership or e-bike retailer and have already registered with the program. How do I get reimbursed for instant rebates?
What if I do not have access to apply online?
How many rebates have been paid out and how many rebates are remaining?
As of March 31, 2022, the table below outlines the number of rebates paid out and the number of rebates remaining. Please note that the number and value of the rebates are determined by the Province of Nova Scotia and any changes must be approved by the Province. As rebates are paid on a first come, first served basis these numbers are not stagnant and can change based on the rate of uptake. This table is updated monthly and is only accurate to the date noted above.
# of rebates paid | # of rebates remaining | |
New BEV / LR-PHEV | 304 | 1,196 |
New SR-PHEV | 170 | 205 |
Used BEV | 112 | 413 |
Used PHEV (all ranges) | 36 | 114 |
E-Bikes | 1,750 | 1,550 |
New Electric Vehicle Rebates
What is an electric vehicle?
- Battery electric vehicles (BEVs, which have only an electric motor and no internal combustion engine); and
- Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs, which have both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine).
Hybrid vehicles that do not plug in, such as the Toyota Prius, are not considered electric vehicles for rebate eligibility purposes. (However, the Toyota Prius Prime, which does plug in, would be considered an eligible PHEV.)
What is a "long-range" versus a "short-range" plug-in hybrid electric vehicle?
As of April 25 2022, there is a new definition of a short-range and long-range PHEV.
Ranges of PHEVs is now based on electric range in kilometres (km). PHEVs with an electric range of 50 km or more are considered “long-range”, PHEVs under 50km are considered “short-range”.
What vehicles are eligible for the new electric vehicle rebate?
The rebate for new electric vehicles will apply to the same makes and models as in the Government of Canada iZEV program.
- Passenger vehicles where
- the base model MSRP is less than $55,000; and
- higher priced versions of these cars, up to a maximum MSRP of $65,000
- Station wagons, pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles where:
- the base model MSRP is less than $60,000; and
- higher priced versions of these vehicles, up to a maximum MSRP of $70,000
Specifically, the rebate will apply to:
- Please see the list of eligible vehicles available from the iZEV program.
In all cases, to be eligible for a new electric vehicle rebate, all vehicles must also:
- meet all federal and provincial motor vehicle safety standards;
- be intended for use on public streets, roads, and highways; and
- have at least four functioning wheels and be highway capable (e.g., not a low-speed vehicle).
Note that hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and electric motorcycles, scooters and off-road vehicles are not eligible for rebates.
Important: Transport Canada adjusts this list from time to time and reserves the right to take models off the list at any time. Any changes to the list from Transport Canada will be effective in Nova Scotia immediately upon publication of the changes by Transport Canada.
How much are the rebates for new electric vehicles?
- $3,000 for BEVs and long-range PHEVs with six (6) seats or fewer, where the base model MSRP is less than $45,000, or BEVs and long-range PHEVs with seven (7) seats or greater, where the base model MSRP is less than $55,000, up to a max of $60,000 for higher-priced trims.
- $2,000 for short-range PHEVs with six (6) seats or fewer, where the base model MSRP is less than $45,000, or short-range PHEVs with seven (7) seats or greater, where the base model MSRP is less than $55,000, up to a max of $60,000 for higher-priced trims.
Vehicle Type | Seating Capacity | MSRP | Rebate Amount |
BEV | 6 seats or fewer | Less than $45,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $55,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 |
7 seats or greater | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $60,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | |
PHEV, long-range | 6 seats or fewer | Less than $45,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $55,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 |
7 seats or greater | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $60,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | |
PHEV, short-range | 6 seats or fewer | Less than $45,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $55,000 for higher-priced trims | $2,000 |
7 seats or greater | Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $60,000 for higher-priced trims | $2,000 |
What is a vehicle trim level?
Do I qualify for the new electric vehicle rebate if I lease rather than buy?
Length of Lease | BEVs and Long-Range PHEVs | Short-Range PHEVs |
48 months | $3,000 | $2,000 |
36 months | $2,250 | $1,500 |
24 months | $1,500 | $1,000 |
12 months | $750 | $500 |
Important: The Government of Nova Scotia is mandating that lessors retain their vehicle for a minimum of 12 months, or they will have to repay a prorated portion of the rebate.
Will I have to repay the rebate if I sell my new electric vehicle in the first 12 months?
Are demonstrator vehicles eligible?
What is the maximum amount of money that I can expect from Electrify Nova Scotia Provincial Rebate Program for a new electric vehicle purchase?
How does the Nova Scotia rebate work with other rebate programs?
Is there a limit on how many vehicles I can purchase or lease and still receive a rebate?
Individuals can only get one new vehicle rebate in a calendar year.
Businesses, municipal governments, First Nations, and non-profits can get up to 10 new vehicle rebates in a calendar year.
If I already received a rebate for a used electric vehicle from Nova Scotia, can I still receive a rebate if I also buy a new electric vehicle in the same calendar year?
Businesses, municipal governments, First Nations, and non-profits can get up to 10 new vehicle rebates and 10 used vehicle rebates per calendar year.
Will the Government of Nova Scotia be offering a tax write-off on electric vehicles?
What is an electric vehicle?
- Battery electric vehicles (BEVs, which have only an electric motor and no internal combustion engine); and
- Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs, which have both an electric motor and an internal combustion engine).
Hybrid vehicles that do not plug in, such as the Toyota Prius, are not considered electric vehicles for rebate eligibility purposes. (However, the Toyota Prius Prime, which does plug in, would be considered an eligible PHEV.)
What is a "long-range" versus a "short-range" plug-in hybrid electric vehicle?
Conversely, vehicles with lower battery capacity are defined as short range, and are eligible for a $2,000 rebate for qualifying models.
What vehicles are eligible for the new electric vehicle rebate?
Specifically, the rebate will apply to:
- vehicles with six (6) seats or fewer, where the base model (trim) Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is less than $45,000
- higher priced versions (trims) of these vehicles, up to a maximum MSRP of $55,000, will also be eligible for a rebate; and
- vehicles with seven (7) seats or greater, where the base model MSRP is less than $55,000
- higher priced versions (trims) of these vehicles, up to a maximum MSRP of $60,000, will also be eligible for a rebate.
Please see the list of eligible vehicles available from the iZEV program.
In all cases, to be eligible for a new electric vehicle rebate, all vehicles must also:
- meet all federal and provincial motor vehicle safety standards;
- be intended for use on public streets, roads, and highways; and
- have at least four functioning wheels and be highway capable (e.g., not a low-speed vehicle).
Note that hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and electric motorcycles, scooters and off-road vehicles are not eligible for rebates.
Important: Transport Canada adjusts this list from time to time and reserves the right to take models off the list at any time. Any changes to the list from Transport Canada will be effective in Nova Scotia immediately upon publication of the changes by Transport Canada.
How much are the rebates for new electric vehicles?
There are two levels of rebate for new electric vehicles:
- $3,000 for BEVs and long-range PHEVs passenger cars where the base model MSRP is less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims or BEVs and long-range PHEVs Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles, where the base model MSRP is less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims.
- $2,000 for short-range PHEV passenger cars where the base model MSRP is less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims, or short-range PHEV station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles, where the base model MSRP is less than $60,000, up to a max of $70,000 for higher-priced trims.
Vehicle Type | Seating Capacity | MSRP | Rebate Amount |
BEV | Passenger cars |
Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims
|
$3,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | |
PHEV, long-range | Passenger cars |
Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims
|
$3,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $3,000 | |
PHEV, short-range | Passenger cars |
Less than $55,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $65,000 for higher-priced trims
|
$2,000 |
Station wagons, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, vans, and special purpose vehicles | Less than $60,000 for base model, up to a maximum of $70,000 for higher-priced trims | $2,000 |
What is a vehicle trim level?
Do I qualify for the new electric vehicle rebate if I lease rather than buy?
Length of Lease | BEVs and Long-Range PHEVs | Short-Range PHEVs |
48 months | $3,000 | $2,000 |
36 months | $2,250 | $1,500 |
24 months | $1,500 | $1,000 |
12 months | $750 | $500 |
Important: The Government of Nova Scotia is mandating that lessors retain their vehicle for a minimum of 12 months, or they will have to repay a prorated portion of the rebate.
Will I have to repay the rebate if I sell my new electric vehicle in the first 12 months?
Are demonstrator vehicles eligible?
What is the maximum amount of money that I can expect from Electrify Nova Scotia Provincial Rebate Program for a new electric vehicle purchase?
How does the Nova Scotia rebate work with other rebate programs?
Is there a limit on how many vehicles I can purchase or lease and still receive a rebate?
Individuals can only get one new vehicle rebate in a calendar year.
Businesses, municipal governments, First Nations, and non-profits can get up to 10 new vehicle rebates in a calendar year.
If I already received a rebate for a used electric vehicle from Nova Scotia, can I still receive a rebate if I also buy a new electric vehicle in the same calendar year?
Businesses, municipal governments, First Nations, and non-profits can get up to 10 new vehicle rebates and 10 used vehicle rebates per calendar year.
Will the Government of Nova Scotia be offering a tax write-off on electric vehicles?
Used Electric Vehicle Rebates
What vehicles are eligible for the used electric vehicle rebate?
- must be purchased from a licensed dealer (not a private sale) located in Nova Scotia;
- must not have had the Nova Scotia used vehicle rebate previously applied (only one used vehicle rebate is available per vehicle);
- licensed dealerships will be responsible for sharing the vehicle identification number (VIN) for all electric vehicles that receive a used vehicle rebate with the Program Administrator to allow for verification of whether the vehicle has previously had the used vehicle rebate applied;
- the retail price for a used BEV must be between $10,000 and $55,000, regardless of what its original MSRP was;
- the retail price for a used PHEV (whether long-range or short-range) must be between $10,000 and $40,000, regardless of what its original MSRP was;
- the vehicle has been inspected to evaluate the residual capacity of the battery with respect to its initial capacity and this information must be disclosed to the customer in writing on the bill of sale prior to the sale being finalized;
- the vehicle meets all federal and provincial motor vehicle safety standards;
- the vehicle is intended for use on public streets, roads, and highways; and;
- the vehicle has at least four functioning wheels and is highway capable (e.g., not a low-speed vehicle).
Do I qualify for a used electric vehicle rebate if I lease rather than buy?
Can I purchase a used vehicle outside of Nova Scotia and still receive the rebate?
If I buy a used electric vehicle through a private sale, can I still get the rebate?
What is the maximum rebate that I can expect for a used electric vehicle?
- $2,000 for BEVs that retail for between $10,000 and $55,000, regardless of the original MSRP; and
- $1,000 for PHEVs that retail for between $10,000 and $40,000, regardless of the original MSRP.
Note that the Government of Nova Scotia also does not distinguish between “long-range” and “short-range” PHEVs as in the federal iZEV program. All eligible used PHEVs, regardless of original battery capacity, qualify for a $1,000 rebate.
How does it work with other rebate programs?
However, a used electric vehicle that has already had the Nova Scotia used rebate applied will not be eligible for a second (i.e., one used rebate per Vehicle Identification Number).
If I already received a rebate for a new electric vehicle from Nova Scotia, can I still receive a rebate if I also buy a used electric vehicle in the same calendar year?
Businesses, municipal governments, First Nations, and non-profits can get up to 10 new vehicle rebates and 10 used vehicle rebates per calendar year.
How do I know if a Used EV or PHEV has already received a rebate?
E-bikes
What is an e-bike?
What kinds of e-bikes are eligible for the rebate?
- the e-bike retails for at least $1,200, inclusive of sales and discounts, but exclusive of taxes and delivery fees;
- the electric motor must be 500 watts or less and be capable of propelling the cycle no faster than 32 km/h on level ground without pedaling;
- the motor must disengage when the operator: (a) stops pedaling, or (b) releases the accelerator or (c) applies a brake;
- the motor cannot be gas- or diesel-powered;
- the e-bike must be capable of being propelled by muscular power using the pedals, but it is not necessary to always be pedaling; and
- The vehicle must meet any other conditions in the Motor Vehicle Act and regulations (R.S., c. 293, s. 1).
The e-bike must be purchased new from a retailer with a physical storefront in Nova Scotia (this includes both independent retailers as well as local outlets of chain stores).
E-bikes ordered from third-party, online retailers such as Amazon and Alibaba.com and individual private sellers are not eligible for a rebate.
Are e-bike conversion kits and accessories eligible for the rebate?
If a bike has a conversion kit installed before it is sold, is it eligible for a rebate?
Can I get a rebate for electric motorcycles, or mopeds?
Can I get a rebate for electric tricycles?
In addition, adaptive e-cycles with other configurations (e.g., more than 3 wheels) may also be eligible for rebates. Please contact the Program Administrator for assistance in vetting eligibility. For ease of reference, where e-bikes are referred to, the term includes e-trikes and other eligible configurations as well.
Electric unicycles are not eligible.
Do leased e-bikes qualify for the rebate?
Can I purchase an e-bike outside of Nova Scotia?
Is it a first-come, first-serve rebate program?
Yes, rebates are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis and will remain available until the program budget is exhausted or the program is terminated. We require applications to be received within 30 days of purchase.
Dealership/Retailer Rebate Program Guidelines and Forms
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