Watt’s Current – February 12, 2026
In this issue: new federal automotive strategy and infrastructure funding & Canadian International Auto Show opens in Toronto
Canada repeals EV Availability Standard, restores $5,000 vehicle incentives with new automotive policy
Article from Electric Autonomy
Electric Mobility Canada’s statement on the federal auto strategy announcement
EMC acknowledges today’s federal announcement outlining new measures to transform Canada’s auto manufacturing sector. While we are disappointed by the decision to discontinue the Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS), a policy designed to ensure all Canadians have access a predictable supply of zeroemission vehicles, we welcome several important elements of the government’s plan.
