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ecoAUTO Rebate Program
The ecoAUTO Rebate Program encourages Canadians to buy fuel-efficient vehicles by offering rebates to people who buy or lease (long-term for 12 months or more) a fuel-efficient vehicle.
Delivered by: Transport Canada
Eligibility Information
- Vehicles must be bought or leased through long-term lease agreements (12 months or more) on or after March 20, 2007.
- Vehicles must never have been previously registered for use in Canada and they must meet the program's fuel consumption criteria.
- The list of eligible vehicles can be found on Transport Canada's Web site.
- Other criteria may apply.
Application Information
- Consumers who wish to participate must provide a copy of their proof of purchase or a copy of the long-term lease agreement (12 months or longer) of the vehicle.
- Consumers will be asked to provide a copy of their proof of registration in Canada as well as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
- The program ends December 31, 2008.
- Applications must be received by March 31, 2009 in order to qualify for the rebate.
- Application Form (PDF format - 103kb)
Financial Information
- The rebates will range between $1,000 and $2,000.
- The rebates are not taxable for individuals who acquire the vehicle for personal purposes.
- If the vehicle is for business use, the rebate is taxable or the business may reduce the vehicle's depreciable cost. Contact the Canada Revenue Agency for more information.
Contact Information
- General Inquiries: 1 866 506-6804
- TTY: 1 800 465-7735
