Charging | Electric Vehicles | BC Hydro

Learn about EV charging at home and on the go in B.C.

Understanding your options when it comes to charging an electric vehicle is just as important as researching the vehicle itself. There are three charger levels available, and a network of electric vehicle charging stations around the province to keep your vehicle charged up.

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Choosing an EV charger

Get to know the different types of chargers, electrical requirements and smart features.

Know your options

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Where to buy an EV charger

Compare the most common options for purchasing an EV charger.

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Charging and your BC Hydro bill

Find out how charging an electric vehicle at home will impact your electricity bill.

Home and apartment charging

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How to install an EV charger at home

Hire a pro to protect your home and EV, and to qualify for rebates.

Follow the checklist

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Questions to ask your EV electrician

Stay safe by hiring a professional who can answer these key questions.

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How to install EV charging at an apartment

Follow these steps for a successful installation in your building.

Follow the checklist

Public charging

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How to install EV charging at a workplace

Simple steps to successfully install EV chargers at your business.

Follow the checklist

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Finding EV charging stations

Check out the growing network of public EV chargers in B.C.

Plan your route

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Fast charging support and mobile app

Everything you need to know about using fast charging stations.

Taking a road trip in an EV

Get ready to hit the road in an EV for your next holiday.

Rebates for single-family homes

If installed at a single-family home, this charger may be eligible for a rebate of up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $350.

This includes duplexes or townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking. Rebate amounts are subject to change. Visit the EV charger rebate program for information and eligibility criteria.

If installed at an apartment/condo or workplace, this networked charging equipment may be eligible for a rebate.

Rebates for apartments/condos

The rebate amount depends on when the building was constructed with respect to municipal bylaws requiring EV-ready parking stalls.

Constructed prior to municipal bylaws: Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $14,000 (up to $2,000 per station and up to $1,000 per energized outlet).

Constructed after municipal bylaws: Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $5,000 (up to $350 per station).

Rebates for workplaces

Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $14,000 (up to $2,000 per station).

Pre-approval from BC Hydro is required for apartment/condo and workplace customers.

Rebates for single-family homes

If installed at a single-family home, this charger may be eligible for a rebate of up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $350.

This includes duplexes or townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking.

Rebate amounts are subject to change. Visit the EV charger rebate program for information and eligibility criteria.