While the focus on electric vehicles for personal use has been prominent in discussions, a significant portion of transport emissions in Canada, about 37%, come from commercial vehicles like delivery vans, buses, and trucks. This sector has been largely overlooked in the transition to zero-emission vehicles. Clean Energy Canada's latest report highlights the importance of addressing this gap and proposes various policies to steer commercial vehicles towards a cleaner path. The report emphasizes that transitioning to zero-emission commercial vehicles not only reduces emissions but can also boost Canada's manufacturing sector. Despite having the capability to produce clean buses and trucks, Canada lags behind in adoption, with only 2% of new vehicles being zero-emission compared to 9% globally. The slow adoption rate not only impacts the environment but also poses health risks for Canadians, with air pollution from vans, trucks, and buses leading to a significant number of premature deaths annually. To address this issue, the report suggests government interventions such as incentives, charging infrastructure support, and regulations to push for more zero-emission commercial vehicle sales. Looking at successful models from regions like California and the EU, where effective policies have led to higher market shares of zero-emission trucks and buses, Canada can find inspiration to accelerate its transition. By implementing these strategies, Canadian manufacturers can gain a competitive advantage, and the country can make significant strides in reducing emissions and improving public health.