Frequently asked questions

1. How can I find out if the vehicle I want to buy is eligible for the government rebate?

See the list of new eligible vehicles for the Roulez vert program.

This list is based on information provided by vehicle manufacturers and is updated regularly.

2. Were the rebates modified on April 1, 2019?

No. However, the government has announced certain upcoming changes to the maximum value of vehicles eligible for a rebate. As of April 1, 2020, the maximum limit of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for an all-electric vehicle will decrease from $75,000 to $60,000.

As such, no rebate will be offered for all-electric, plug-in hybrid or hydrogen-powered vehicles if their MSRP exceeds $60,000.

Consult the list of new eligible vehicles to determine the current applicable rebate.

3. Can I get the rebate if the car dealer in my region is not a program partner?

If your car dealer does not offer to immediately deduct the rebate from the price of your vehicle, you will have to fill out the application form yourself.

See the procedure.

4. Why do I have to provide my social insurance number?

Your social insurance number will be used to produce an RL-27 slip (“government payments”). Revenu Québec requires that the Ministry provide this document when paying a subsidy. The law also requires that individuals provide their social insurance number when an RL-27 slip is issued in their name.

5. Why do I have to provide my email address?

The telephone number and email address allow us to communicate with the participants to obtain, if need be, additional information required to process their application or evaluate the program in which they have participated.

6. Will the amount of financial assistance be the same throughout the duration of the program?

The maximum limit of the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for an all-electric vehicle will decrease from $75,000 to $60,000.

As such, no rebate will be offered for all-electric, plug-in hybrid or hydrogen-powered vehicles if their MSRP exceeds $60,000.

Consult the list of new eligible vehicles to verify the current applicable rebate.

7. Is the amount of financial assistance the same for a purchase and for a long-term lease?

The rebate amount depends on the number of months on the lease.

For example, if a participant chooses a vehicle eligible for a $7,000 purchase rebate and opts for a 24-month long-term lease, he or she will get a $3,500 rebate. Long-term leases of 48 months and over are eligible for the same rebate as a purchase.

This rule applies if you acquire one or two vehicles in the same year. If you expect to acquire three or more vehicles, go to the following question.

8. Can I apply for a rebate on three or more all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles in the same year?

If you plan on applying for a rebate on three or more vehicles in the same year, each vehicle must be leased for at least 36 months to be eligible for a rebate.

9. How are vehicle taxes calculated?

Applicable taxes are calculated based on the value of the vehicle before the purchase or long-term lease rebate is applied.

10. What is the deadline for submitting a rebate application?

To be eligible for a rebate, your electric vehicle must have been registered in your name no later than December 31, 2020. The rebate application must be filed before March 31, 2021.