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EV incentives in B.C.

Explore rebates for new EVs and chargers

Switching to an EV comes with many benefits, and the current financial rebates are a good incentive to take the plunge sooner rather than later. Review the various EV rebates below to make sure you don't miss out on the offers available to you. Remember to read up on the eligibility criteria of each program before making a purchase. 

Saving money while buying an electric vehicle

B.C.'s vehicle rebates

Residents, businesses, non-profit organizations and local government organizations in B.C. who purchase or lease qualifying new vehicles are eligible for up to $3,000 off the after-tax vehicle price, thanks to the government of B.C.'s CEVforBC™ program.

Here's the breakdown of the incentive amounts for the purchase or lease of each vehicle type:

  • $3,000 for purchase or lease of a new battery electric vehicle (BEV/EV).
  • $1,500 for purchase or lease of a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
  • $3,000 for purchase or lease of a hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle (FCEV).

The dealership will handle all the paperwork for you. If you purchase an eligible vehicle, you'll receive the rebate at the point of sale.

Which vehicles qualify for the up-to-$3,000 rebate?

The BC Ministry of Energy and Mines has established incentive amounts based on vehicle type and battery capacity. Battery electric vehicles (BEVs or EVs), fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) with an electric range of 85 km or greater are eligible for the full incentive amount up to $3,000, while plug-in hybrids with an electric range of less than 85 km are eligible for incentives up to $1,500.

As of June 22, 2019, vehicles with an MSRP of more than $55,000 are not eligible for the incentive.

Find out more about eligible vehicles from CEVforBC™.

Federal vehicle rebates

Get up to $5,000 off the purchase price of a new EV

Qualifying vehicles (battery electric and longer range plug-in hybrids) are also eligible for rebates from the federal government, ranging from $2,500 for most PHEVs up to $5,000 for EVs and a few select PHEVs. Vehicles need to have a base model MSRP of $45,000 or less, with higher values qualifying when the vehicle has more than seven seats.

Federal incentives are in addition to provincial rebates and are also applied at the point of sale.

Learn about federal incentives and qualifying vehicles.

Find your next ride

Ready to start shopping? Learn about EV models available in B.C., current rebates and vehicle features.

Know your options

Charger rebates

  • If you've recently purchased and installed an EV charger in your single-family home, you could be eligible for a rebate from the Government of B.C., administered by BC Hydro and FortisBC. The rebate offer is up to 50% of purchase and installation costs of eligible, new Level 2 charging equipment, to a maximum of $700 (limited-time offer, regularly $350).

    Rebate amount examples:

    • If your eligible costs were $1,400 or more, your maximum rebate amount is $700.
    • If your eligible costs were $700, your maximum rebate amount is $350.
    • If your eligible costs were $400, your maximum rebate amount is $200.

    Apply for a single-family home charger rebate

  • There are two provincial rebate options available to help apartment and condo buildings support EV charging.

    There’s the EV Ready option, which is a set of three cohesive rebates for your project:

    1. Up to $3,000 for creating an EV Ready plan for your building
    2. Up to $600 per parking stall to installing the electrical infrastructure to implement your plan
    3. Up to $3,400 per charger (limited-time offer, regularly $1,400) for purchasing and installing the chargers to implement your plan.

     

    Or, there’s the option of the standalone EV charger rebate, where you can get up to $4,000 per charger (limited time-offer, regularly $2,000).

    There are other factors that determine the rebate amounts you’re eligible for. Learn more about charging rebates for apartment/condo buildings.

  • There are also provincial incentives for the purchase and installation of eligible EV chargers at workplaces, up to a maximum of $4,000 per charger (limited-time offer, regularly $2,000).

    Apply for the workplace charger rebate program

Apply for the charger rebate program

Local government top-ups may be available

Some local governments are offering rebate top-ups to increase the incentive. If your application is eligible for a local top-up, the value will be automatically combined in your rebate payment.

SCRAP-IT

Check out SCRAP-IT incentives up to $6,000

The BC SCRAP-IT program offers incentives to use towards the cost of an EV or other low-carbon form of transportation when you scrap your existing gas-powered vehicle. The incentives apply to purchases of both new and used EVs.

Visit SCRAP-IT for full program details.

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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.

Features

Load management: Allows multiple EV chargers to share the same electrical circuit, allowing the charging power to be distributed across each charger.

Networked: Connected to a central system via the internet to provide benefits such as real-time  software updates, billing controls, and tracking to get insights into your electricity consumption. 

Multiple ports: Allows multiple vehicles to charge at the same time.

CSA Certification: Tested and certified electric vehicle charging and components by CSA Group. 

cETL Certification: Compliant with North American safety standards and tested/certified by Intertek.

cUL Certification: Compliant with Canadian safety standards by UL Canada.

Breaker Current

Every circuit breaker has specified amperage (amount of current). The rating is the labelled on the breaker. Understanding your electrical service and panel is important in determining the type of EV charger you can support.

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