Transportation is estimated to account for roughly one-quarter of Canada's annual greenhouse gas emissions. As Canada transitions toward a greener future, zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) are being promoted in support of the 2030 climate reduction targets. Indeed, Canada's accelerated ZEV target is 100% for new light-duty car and passenger truck sales by 2035. Therefore, understanding how public charging infrastructure aligns with ZEV adoption is critical to inform policymakers and industry stakeholders. Moreover, there is some evidence to suggest that geographic disparities in ZEV ownership and charging infrastructure are potential obstacles to achieving the target. _x000D_ _x000D_ This research examines the factors driving ZEV adoption across Canada, including public charging infrastructure, incentive programs, and other factors such as income and location. Drawing on data from Statistics Canada and other agencies, the study examines patterns of ZEV adoption, charging infrastructure provision, and disparities in coverage. Public charging infrastructure is assessed by forecasting ZEV adoption rates under three scenarios. Next, Canada is divided into urban, and rural & small-town areas to quantify any geographic disparities that may be emerging. The study concludes by discussing next steps including related work involving the heavy-duty vehicle fleet.
