We’ve promised to generate some ideas urging our federal politicians to use the 60-day pause in the EV mandate to develop an updated version. To that end, the Victoria EV Association has shared two templates to use as a model in writing to your local MP.
Please understand that just sending the form letter helps. But you help a lot more by personalizing it with your own thoughts, anecdotes and sense of purpose.
And when it comes to stuff like this, sooner is better than later, as the government may already be formulating a new mandate.
Information on your MP can be found with a simple Google search of your riding. The Parliamentarians of Alberta can be found here.
To make sure your letter gets prioritized and read, make sure you include your full name, postal code, and phone number with your signature.
Template #1:
Subject: Support for a Strong EV Mandate to Meet Canada’s Climate Goals
Dear [MP’s Name],
I am writing to you regarding the federal government’s recent announcement of a 60-day pause to review the 2026 mandate for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. While I understand the need to carefully consider policies that affect Canadians, I urge you to advocate for maintaining a clear and ambitious EV mandate between 2026 and 2035.
Transportation is one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada. Meeting our national climate goals, international commitments, and protecting future generations requires firm action now. EV adoption targets are a critical part of that strategy. Without a mandate, Canada risks falling behind other countries in reducing emissions, attracting investment, and fostering innovation in clean technology.
An EV mandate also brings economic benefits. Automakers, battery manufacturers, and charging infrastructure providers are making decisions today about where to invest. A strong and consistent policy signal from the government will give industry the certainty it needs to expand operations in Canada, creating good jobs and ensuring that Canadian workers and consumers are not left behind in the global shift to cleaner transportation.
At the same time, I recognize that the transition must be fair and practical. This means continuing to support investments in charging infrastructure, ensuring affordability of EVs for households, and providing assistance to workers and communities affected by the transition. A flexible but firm mandate—with interim targets between 2026 and 2035—will allow for progress while addressing these challenges responsibly.
Canada has an opportunity to lead, not lag, in the global shift toward clean transportation. I urge you to support the continuation of a strong EV mandate as an essential tool in reaching our climate change goals and building a sustainable future for Canadians.
Thank you for your attention and for your leadership on this important issue.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Postal Code]
Template #2:
Subject: Keep Canada on Track with a Strong EV Mandate
Dear [MP’s Name],
I urge you to support maintaining a clear EV mandate between 2026 and 2035. A pause in policy risks delaying progress on climate goals and weakening Canada’s competitiveness. Three key reasons to keep a strong mandate:
- Climate Leadership
Transportation is one of Canada’s largest sources of emissions. Without ambitious EV targets, we cannot realistically meet our 2030 and 2050 climate commitments. A mandate is the most effective way to drive adoption at scale. - Economic Growth & Jobs
Global automakers and clean-tech companies are investing where governments provide certainty. A strong Canadian EV policy will attract investment, grow battery and manufacturing supply chains here, and create high-quality jobs for Canadians. - Fairness & Accessibility
A clear mandate must be paired with support: expanding charging networks, ensuring EV affordability, and helping workers and communities in transition. With these measures, all Canadians can benefit from cleaner, more affordable transportation. - Canada has the chance to lead in the global clean economy. Weakening or delaying the EV mandate would risk jobs, investment, and our climate future. I encourage you to advocate for a strong, balanced policy that keeps us on track.
Thank you for your attention and for your leadership on this important issue.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Postal Code]