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EV charger rebate program for single-family homes

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Rebates for home chargers

Applicable to single-family homes, townhouses or duplexes. 

Currently unavailable

This program is currently closed

Funding for this program expired on February 28, 2021 and applications are no longer accepted. 

About the program

Rebates have been available to help homes and workplaces across B.C. get ready for electric vehicles (EVs). The program is funded by the Government of B.C. and administered by BC Hydro and FortisBC. Applications for the program are currently closed, check back again soon.

Rebate offer

If the program reopens, owners or residents of single-family homes that purchase and install an eligible Level 2 EV charger can receive a rebate of up to 50% of costs, to a maximum of $350 to $700 (exact rebate amount subject to funding approval). This offer is also available to duplexes and townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking. 

If you have questions about the program, you can email us.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the single-family home EV charger rebate, you must purchase and install an eligible charger and submit your application within 90 days of the charger installation after the program has been reopened.

Review the eligible costs and charger criteria below.

    • Purchase cost of the EV charger
    • Labour and construction costs for installation by a licensed electrician
    • Electrical and related permit costs
    • Cost of electrical design required for the charging station

    Note: This rebate is not available for the costs to install a 240V outlet only.

    • Charger is wall mounted at the electrical service address provided in the rebate application
    • Electrical permit is obtained (if you’re hiring a licensed contractor, they'll apply for this permit on your behalf)

    Note: This rebate is not available for the installation of an electrical outlet only.

    Why are electrical permits required?

    Permits help determine whether electrical work is done safely in compliance with the Electrical Codes and Standards in British Columbia. For your safety, please consult with a certified electrician, your municipality or Technical Safety BC about obtaining an electrical permit before commencing any electrical work.

    Who issues the permit?

    Depending on where your property is located, Technical Safety BC or your municipality will issue the permit. Check your jurisdiction.

    • Purchased and not leased
    • Approved for sale and use in Canada and have cUL, ULC, cETL, CSA, or cQPS certification
    • A Level 2 charger, 208 volt or 240 volt, and feature a SAE J1772 standard plug head* 
    • New, not used or refurbished
    • A plug-in or hardwired charger model

    Find rebate-eligible EV charger models

    *The only exception to the SAE J1772 plug head requirement is the Tesla Wall Connector. The Tesla Mobile Connector is not eligible for rebates.

  • If the EV charger rebate program incentive is combined with any other incentive, it'll be capped so that the total incentives don't exceed the total cost of the equipment and installation.

Required documentation

If the program reopens, make sure you have the necessary documents ready before you start your rebate application. The documents required vary depending on your project.

  • You’ll need to provide:

    • Charger invoice
    • Installation invoice (must show itemized costs broken down by activities performed)
    • Contractor installation form with the approved electrical permit number
  • You’ll need to provide:

    • Charger invoice
    • Inspection invoice
    • Certificate of successful inspection

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Rebates for single-family homes

Charger rebates aren’t currently available. If the program reopens and this charger is installed at a single-family home, it may be eligible for a rebate of up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $350 to $700 (exact rebate amount subject to funding approval). 

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.

Charger rebates aren’t currently available. If the program reopens and this networked charger is installed at an apartment/condo or workplace, this networked charger may be eligible for a rebate. 

Rebates for apartments/condos

Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $1,400 to $4,000 per charger (exact rebate amount subject to funding approval).

Rebate amounts vary depending on factors such as whether or not the building is participating in other EV Ready rebates.

Rebates for workplaces

Up to 50% of purchase and installation costs to a maximum of $2,000 to $4,000 per charger (exact rebate amount subject to funding approval).

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

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 to $700 (exact rebate amount subject to funding approval).

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: A networked charging station that is connected to a central system via internet communication such as open protocol (e.g. OCPP, OpenADR or other) or a proprietary system (must be connected to a network for minimum of two years).

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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