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Local charger rebate top-ups

Some B.C. communities offering rebate top-up

If you’re considering purchasing an EV charger and taking advantage of B.C.’s provincial charger rebate program, some local governments are sweetening the deal. Check out the list below to find current rebate top-ups available for single-family homes, apartments/condos, and workplaces. 

Enhanced rebates are also available for Indigenous communities.

As a reminder, here’s an overview of the base rebate offers provided by the Government of B.C. for eligible, Level 2 EV chargers. Select a link below for complete offer details and eligibility criteria. 

  • For single-family homes – 50% of purchase and installation costs up to *$700 (temporary increase, regularly $350)
  • For apartments/condos – 50% of purchase and installation costs up to *$4,000 per station (temporary increase, regularly $2,000)
  • For workplaces – 50% of purchase and installation costs up to *$4,000 per station (temporary increase, regularly $2,000)

If a top-up is offered in your community, your maximum rebate amount increases to 75% of purchase and installation costs, or the dollar amounts listed below, whichever is less. 

For single-family homes

The list below shows the local governments that are currently offering EV charger rebate top-ups for single-family homes. This also includes duplexes or townhouses with private garages or dedicated parking.

    • Top-up: up to $150
    • Base rebate: up to *$700 (regularly $350)
    • Total combined: up to $850
    • Top-up: up to $150
    • Base rebate: up to *$700 (regularly $350)
    • Total combined: up to $850
    • Top-up: up to $350
    • Base rebate: up to *$700 (regularly $350)
    • Total combined: up to $1,050

For apartments/condos

The list below shows the local governments that are currently offering EV charger rebate top-ups for multi-unit residential buildings including apartments and condos. 

These offers are valid for buildings constructed prior to municipal bylaws requiring EV-ready parking stalls. Rebate values are per station. Program maximums apply. 

    • Top-up: up to $1,000
    • Base rebate: up to *$4,000 (regularly $2,000)
    • Total combined: up to $5,000
    • Top-up: up to $2,000
    • Base rebate: up to *$4,000 (regularly $2,000)
    • Total combined: up to $6,000
    • Top-up: up to $1,000
    • Base rebate: up to *$4,000 (regularly $2,000)
    • Total combined: up to $5,000

For workplaces

The list below shows the local governments that are currently offering EV charger rebate top-ups for workplaces. 

Rebate values are per station. Program maximums apply.

    • Top-up: up to $1,000
    • Base rebate: up to *$4,000 (regularly $2,000)
    • Total combined: up to $5,000

Indigenous communities

Indigenous communities in B.C. are also eligible for enhanced charger rebate offers. Indigenous communities are eligible for a rebate of up to 75% of eligible charger purchase and installation costs, up to these maximum amounts: 

  • Single-family homes: up to $750
  • Apartment and condo buildings: up to $4,500 per charger
  • Workplaces: up to $4,000 per charger

As a reminder, pre-approval is required before purchasing or installing any chargers. 

How these offers work

There is no separate application for the enhanced rebates or top-ups. Simply submit your application for B.C.’s charger rebate program. If approved, and if the home or workplace you’re installing the charger at is located in a community providing one of these offers, we’ll automatically add the eligible value to your base rebate amount. 

These offers are available to eligible rebate applicants on a first come, first served basis. 

Want to offer rebates in your community?

Local governments interested in offering top-ups can submit an inquiry to evchargerincentives@bchydro.com. 

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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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