Webinar recording: Moving towards 2050: Shifting transportation behaviours

This webinar delves into actionable fleet electrification strategies essential for municipalities pursuing net-zero by 2050. As communities increase efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, this session equips you with the frameworks needed to secure funding, build charging infrastructure and foster EV adoption especially in small and rural communities.

Hear from GMF experts, municipal leaders and industry specialists as they showcase real-world experiences, proven best practices and targeted resources that demonstrate how to achieve cost-effective, climate-resilient approaches to support a smooth transition in communities of all sizes.

This webinar was delivered in English with simultaneous interpretation in French.

Watch the webinar recording to learn more about:

• The opportunities and challenges of municipal fleet electrification, including real-world adoption strategies.
• Best practices for procuring and installing EV charging infrastructure.
• The financial and environmental benefits of fleet electrification, with strategies to support cost-effective, long-term sustainability.
• Real-world success stories from municipalities leading the way in EV adoption.
• Practical steps your municipality can take to plan and implement a smooth and climate-resilient fleet transition.

Panelists:

• Donna Reardon – Mayor, Saint John  
• Benoit Lacroix – CEO, ReliON  
• Ashley Smith – Owner & Managing Director, Fundamental Inc  
• Noémie De Vuyst – Advisor, Programs Outreach, Green Municipal Fund
• Kevin Loughery – Director of Saint John Transit   

The Green Municipal Fund (GMF), funded by the Government of Canada, helps municipalities electrify fleets with expert support and funding for cost-effective, climate-resilient net-zero solutions.