British Columbia EV Rebate
British Columbia paused its CleanBC Go Electric passenger vehicle rebate on May 15, 2025, and it has not reopened, so buyers in B.C. get the federal rebate only.
- $0what British Columbia adds on a new EV today
- $5,000federal EVAP rebate for a new electric car in 2026 ($4,000 from January 1, 2027); a plug-in hybrid gets $2,500
- $29,998lowest price on a new EV in British Columbia once rebates come off: the Nissan LEAF
Federal EVAP rules for buyers in British Columbia
- Price cap: $50,000 on the deal's final price before tax, waived for cars built in Canada
- Made in: Canada, or a country that has a free-trade agreement with Canada
- Paperwork: none for you; the dealer deducts it at purchase or lease
- Limit: leases of 48 months or longer earn the full amount; one EVAP rebate for each person
Source: Transport Canada: EVAP overview · every federal rule explained
How the BC Electric Car Rebate Works Now
The BC EV rebate is on hold, so an eligible new electric car bought here today gets the federal rebate only: $5,000 off at the dealer in 2026. On January 1, 2027 it drops to $4,000, so it pays to move soon: send the short form and nearby dealers will email you what they charge and which rebates apply to you.
Among the cars listed here, the 2027 Nissan LEAF S has the lowest price after the 2026 federal rebate: $29,998, based on its suggested retail price.
CleanBC Go Electric Passenger Vehicle Rebate: What Changed
- August 2, 2022: B.C. raises its rebate to up to $4,000 for an electric car and $2,000 for a shorter-range plug-in hybrid, with income limits.
- May 15, 2025: B.C. pauses the CleanBC Go Electric passenger vehicle rebate.
Sources: BC Hydro: EV incentives in B.C. · Automotive News: B.C. rebate paused · BC Gov News: rebate increase · Transport Canada: EVAP
Cheapest EVs After Rebates in British Columbia
| Car | Type | Range | MSRP | Federal | After rebates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 2027 Nissan LEAF S | Electric | 488 km | $34,998 | $5,000 | $29,998 |
 2027 Kia EV3 Light FWD | Electric | 356 km | $36,995 | $5,000 | $31,995 |
| 2026 Kia EV4 Light | Electric | 552 km | $38,995 | $5,000 | $33,995 |
| 2025 Kia Niro PHEV LX | Plug-in hybrid | 55 km | $36,795 | $2,500 | $34,295 |
 2025 FIAT 500e Red | Electric | 227 km | $39,995 | $5,000 | $34,995 |
 2027 Chevrolet Bolt LT | Electric | 422 km | $39,999 | $5,000 | $34,999 |
The prices here start from the Canadian MSRP, meaning the manufacturer's suggested price, and then subtract the federal rebate. Prices after the rebate assume the dealer submits the eligibility assessment in 2026.
| Car | Type | MSRP | After rebate in 2026 | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan LEAF S (2027) | Electric | $34,998 | $29,998 | 488 km |
| Kia EV3 Light FWD (2027) | Electric | $36,995 | $31,995 | Not listed |
| Kia EV4 Light (2026) | Electric | $38,995 | $33,995 | 552 km |
| Kia Niro PHEV LX (2025) | Plug-in hybrid | $36,795 | $34,295 | 55 km electric |
| FIAT 500e Red (2025) | Electric | $39,995 | $34,995 | 227 km |
| Chevrolet Bolt LT (2027) | Electric | $39,999 | $34,999 | Not listed |
Pricing is from CarCostCanada, and eligibility is from the Transport Canada vehicle list. Want to know what a dealer near you would actually charge for one of these? Send the short form and they will email you their number along with the rebates that apply to you.
Federal EV Rebate by Year for British Columbia Buyers
| Dealer files the claim in | Fully electric | Plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,000 | $2,500 |
| 2027 | $4,000 | $2,000 |
| 2028 | $3,000 | $1,500 |
| 2029 | $3,000 | $1,500 |
| 2030 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
| 2031 | $2,000 | $1,000 |
EV Charger Rebate in British Columbia
For a single-family home, BC Hydro covers 50% of a charger and its installation, to a maximum of $350. For apartments and condos, BC Hydro picks up half the expense, with a ceiling of $2,000 per charger (BC Hydro).
- 50% of the charger and its installation, up to $350; apartments and condos can get 50% up to $2,000 per charger. BC Hydro
Does B.C. Still Pay a Car Rebate?
No. B.C. halted its CleanBC Go Electric rebate for passenger vehicles on May 15, 2025, and BC Hydro confirms it has stayed closed ever since (BC Hydro). As long as that holds, the federal rebate at the dealership is the only purchase incentive available on a new car in B.C.
What decides your amount is the year the dealer files the paperwork, not the model year and not the delivery date. The dealer's filing date sets your amount: $5,000 on an electric car in 2026, $4,000 from January 1, 2027. Send the short form today and nearby dealers will email you their price and the rebates you qualify for.
British Columbia EV Incentives in 2026
There are two ways to save in B.C.:
- The federal Electric Vehicle Affordability Program, which Transport Canada runs and which comes off the price right at the dealer
- The BC Hydro rebate for a home charger
A plug-in hybrid carries a battery you plug into the wall plus a gas engine for long drives. It receives half of what an electric car gets. A plain hybrid that you cannot plug in receives nothing. Canada has no federal EV tax credit. The federal support is this rebate, applied when you sign the purchase papers (Transport Canada).
Which Cars Get the Federal Rebate?
The vehicle needs to meet these federal rules (Transport Canada):
- Deal price at the end: $50,000 or under, and no cap at all if the car was built in Canada
- Assembled in Canada or in a country that has a free-trade deal with Canada
- New, but a demonstrator with fewer than 10,000 km on it also counts
- Weighing under 8,500 pounds and highway-capable
A demonstrator is a car the dealership lets shoppers take out on the road. Over the program's five years, a single rebate is allowed per person. The dealer confirms that you and the car qualify, deducts the rebate, and recovers the money themselves, so there is nothing for you to file.
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Preferred RWD Long Range, Kia EV9 Light RWD and Honda Prologue EX AWD are not on the federal rebate list, and each has an MSRP above $50,000. Tesla's Model 3 isn't on the list, but the 2026 Model Y RWD is, which brings it to $44,990.
How Much Do You Get on a Lease?
On a lease, you receive a portion of the rebate or the whole thing, based on the length of the term. These figures are for 2026.
| Lease term | Portion of rebate | Electric car | Plug-in hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 years or more | 100% | $5,000 | $2,500 |
| 3 years | 75% | $3,750 | $1,875 |
| 2 years | 50% | $2,500 | $1,250 |
| 1 year | 25% | $1,250 | $625 |
Common Questions
How Much Did B.C. Pay Before the Pause?
Between August 2, 2022 and the pause, it paid a maximum of $4,000 for an electric car, or $2,000 for a shorter-range plug-in hybrid, subject to income limits (BC Gov News).
Do Other Provinces Chip In Extra Money?
These days, only Quebec and Manitoba put extra money on top of the federal rebate. Those two programs don't help you in B.C., where the federal rebate is the only purchase rebate, so it's best to lock in your 2026 amount now.
When Does the Federal Program End?
It opened on February 16, 2026 and continues through March 31, 2031. As of October 1, 2026, $1.92 billion remained of its $2.275 billion. The value steps down over time: in 2028 an electric car earns $3,000, and in 2030 that drops again to $2,000.
What Was iZEV?
The earlier federal rebate was called iZEV. It stopped taking claims on January 10, 2025, once its funding was gone, and formally closed on March 31, 2025. The program running now took its place.
Does Tesla qualify for the EV rebate in British Columbia?
One Tesla does: the 2026 Tesla Model Y RWD lists at $49,990, just under the $50,000 cap, so it comes to $44,990 in British Columbia after the federal $5,000. The Model 3 is not on Transport Canada's list, so it earns nothing.