Saskatchewan municipalities, businesses, and community organizations now have access to $850,000 in new funding through the Municipal Electric Vehicle Initiative (MEVi) to accelerate the installation of EV charging stations across the province. Delivered by Eco-West Canada in partnership with the Municipal Eco-Action Centre and partially funded by the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA), MEVi aims to significantly bolster the EV charging infrastructure network, addressing...
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Can British Columbia Rely Solely on Public EV Charging in 2025?
British Columbians are up to speed on the many benefits of making the switch to an electric vehicle, from reducing greenhouses gasses to saving on fuel and maintenance costs. In fact, nearly 23% all new light vehicles in B.C.— 27% in Vancouver—are zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs). For comparison, less than 10% of new light-duty vehicles in Ontario are ZEVs, and just over 7% in Toronto. The total number of EVs on BC roads is expected to quadruple over the next decade, from 195,000 to...
New EV Charging Incentive Program Now Open for Canadian Businesses
Starting today, Canadian businesses, building owners, and fleet operators can apply for a new round of federal funding to support the installation of EV charging stations. The Green Economy Canada EV Charger Incentive Program officially opened at 9:00 AM ET this morning, with $1.7 million available to support EV charging station installations across the country. In this first round, $1 million is available through July 23, 2025, with $300,000 reserved for equity-deserving groups. A second...
British Columbia Reopens Funding for Public EV Fast Chargers
Update - June 21, 2025: The current application cycle for the CleanBC Go Electric Public Charger Program is now closed. The original post is below.The Government of British Columbia is investing again in public fast charging—and the latest funding window is officially open. Applications are due by June 20, 2025, so now is the time to get your project moving. Contact Hypercharge today to get a head start on your project. The CleanBC Go Electric Public Charger Program is back with a new round of...
How to Get EV Charging in 5 Steps
Launching an electric vehicle charging operation is a multistage project, whether you’re installing a single EV charger or equipping an entire fleet. When you partner with Hypercharge, we ensure the process is clear, manageable, and simple from start to finish and beyond. Here's how to get EV Charging on your property—from the initial assessment to support applying for rebates to collecting your first revenue. 1. Determine Your EV Charging Needs The first priority in any EV charging...
Inside Hypercharge: Our Values and Culture
To thrive within a new and rapidly changing industry, a young company needs a clear vision, superb products, and top-performing team. For Hypercharge, the formula for success has also included staying true to the company’s mission, purpose, and values while establishing itself as a leading clean technology innovator. In this post, Kyle Green, Senior Marketing Manager, answers questions about the core tenets that have guided Hypercharge throughout its journey to create best-in-market EV...
The Fact-Check: Busting 8 Common EV Myths
Sales of electric vehicles have surged in recent years, fuelled by the urgent need to take action against climate change, as well as government and utility-funded incentives. Yet, many potential buyers remain hesitant to go electric, thanks to misconceptions about EVs and outdated information. Here we set the record straight on eight common EV myths. Common EV Myths #1: EVs are more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles. While the sticker price of an EV can be higher than a gasoline...
EV Charging Success: Oshawa Power Sparks Change
Oshawa Power has partnered with Hypercharge to support the adoption of zero-emissions vehicles, becoming a leader in the region’s fight against climate change. Discover their Hypercharge success story in this Oshawa Power EV charging testimonial.Oshawa PowerUtilitiesOshawa Power is a regulated utility that provides safe, reliable and efficient electricity distribution services to over 60,000 customers in the city of Oshawa, Ontario.The Backstory.Oshawa is one of Canada’s fastest-growing...
Which Ownership Model is Right for You?
Forward-thinking businesses know there are plenty of reasons to invest in electric vehicle charging—from increasing revenue to retaining employees and tenants to fighting climate change. To make EV charging more accessible, Hypercharge has developed charger ownership models to suit a variety of goals, budgets, and capacities. Read on to discover the right solution for owning EV charging stations at your business. Direct Purchase of EV Charging Equipment What is it? Direct...