Tesla Model Y Leads Canada's Federal EV Rebate Claims in August 2026, Ranks 16th in Quebec
Transport Canada EVAP data shows the Model Y RWD claimed 691 federal rebates outside Quebec in August, topping Ontario and B.C. but landing 16th in Quebec with just 63 claims.
The Tesla Model Y was Canada’s most-claimed electric vehicle under the federal EV rebate program in August 2026, but the national picture hides a striking provincial split. Transport Canada’s EVAP open data shows the Model Y RWD recorded 691 rebate claims outside Quebec, yet ranked only 16th in Quebec with 63 claims — tied with the Kia EV4.
Under the current Electric Vehicle Affordability Program (EVAP), only the 2026 Model Y RWD qualifies for Tesla’s $5,000 federal rebate. The Model 3, Model S, Model X and Cybertruck do not meet the program’s price and eligibility criteria.
Ontario and B.C. drive Tesla’s national lead
Ontario and British Columbia were the biggest contributors to Tesla’s August performance. In Ontario, the Model Y ranked first among eligible EVs with 362 claims out of 2,267 total provincial claims — roughly 16% market share. In B.C., it also claimed the top spot with 311 claims out of 1,913 total requests, ahead of the Toyota bZ with 177 claims.
| Province | Model Y Claims | Total Claims | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 362 | 2,267 | 16.0% |
| B.C. | 311 | 1,913 | 16.3% |
Source: Transport Canada EVAP open data / Drive Tesla Canada analysis
Quebec tells a different story
Quebec accounted for more than half of all federal EV rebate requests in August, but only 11.5% of Tesla’s 1,945 claims received so far this year. The Model Y RWD landed 16th in the province with just 63 claims, despite also qualifying for Quebec’s $2,000 provincial rebate — meaning Quebec buyers can access $7,000 in combined incentives.
One factor may be leasing behaviour: nearly 49% of Quebec’s rebate claims were for leases, compared with just 4.3% of Tesla claims. The data does not confirm whether lease mix directly drives Tesla’s lower share.
Tesla’s monthly claim trajectory
Tesla’s rebate activity has accelerated since the program launched. Monthly claims climbed from 46 in March (active for only two days) to 754 in August — the company’s strongest month yet. Claims increased 291% from July to August, versus an 18% increase across all EV rebate requests nationally.
| Month | Tesla Claims |
|---|---|
| Mar | 46 |
| Apr | 158 |
| May | 223 |
| Jun | 571 |
| Jul | 193 |
| Aug | 754 |
Source: Transport Canada EVAP open data / Drive Tesla Canada analysis
Transport Canada reported $2 billion remained in the rebate fund as of September 1, 2026. All 1,945 Tesla claims submitted so far are for the 2026 Model Y RWD. Figures represent rebate requests received, not final approvals or paid rebates.
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