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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.

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About the program

Rebates are 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.

Rebate offer

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 *$700 (regularly $350). This offer is also available to duplexes and townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking. 

Charger rebates increased for a limited time

*For a limited time effective December 3, 2020, the Government of B.C. is increasing the rebate you can get for EV chargers. Offer available while funding lasts or until February 28, 2021, whichever is earlier. Learn how we calculate your rebate amount.

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.

The deadline for the last possible submission is February 28, 2021. 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.

    • Ordered, purchased and installed on or after September 26, 2019
    • 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

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

View the program guide for complete eligibility requirements

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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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