Hypercharge helps strata and property managers elevate the experiences of residents, commercial tenants, and workplaces through convenient and reliable electric vehicle charging. In 2022, we partnered with a prominent strata and property management firm that oversees a diverse portfolio of properties throughout British Columbia’s Greater Vancouver Area, including condominiums, commercial properties, and mixed-used developments. Over a two-year period, we deployed more than 30 Level 2...
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EV Charging in Ottawa: Opportunities for Businesses and Property Owners
Ottawa has seen steady increases in electric vehicle adoption, along with growing demand for EV charging both at home and on the capital’s busy streets. By adding EV chargers, local businesses and property owners can generate new revenue, attract more tenants and visitors, and support sustainable tourism. In this post, we’ll make the case for investing in residential and public EV charging and why Ottawa could and should become the nation’s EV charging hotspot.EV Charging for Ottawa Apartments...
Ontario’s New 2026 EV Charging Rate: A Big Win for DC Fast Charging Sites
Starting January 1, 2026, the Ontario Energy Board is introducing a new Electric Vehicle Charging (EVC) rate that can cut a big chunk out of costs for qualifying public DC fast charging sites. For many locations, this will be the policy change that finally makes DC fast charging pencil out on the spreadsheet. This article breaks down what the EVC rate actually is, who qualifies, what it means for site hosts, and how to design your project so you are ready to apply.What is the OEB EVC Rate?The...
Connecting Alberta with Public EV Charging
With the shift to more electric vehicles in Alberta building momentum, municipalities have become key players in creating essential public charging infrastructure. Investing in EV charging not only prepares communities for the wide-scale EV adoption ahead, it makes them cleaner, more prosperous, and more liveable today. Here we take a look at the current landscape of EV charging in Alberta and the huge potential for its future.Alberta Public EV Charging by the Numbers81% of Alberta EV owners...
Boost Your Revenue with EV Charging
Editor’s note: This post was first published on May 26, 2022, and last updated on November 26, 2025. When deciding whether to install EV charging stations, many business owners focus on how quickly start-up costs may be recouped through the fees collected on each charge. This view tends to miss the potential gains from other, more significant sources of revenue—be that the dollars spent inside stores, desirable tenants moving in, or new guests arriving at hotels. Here are just a few...
Why Leading Hotels Need EV Charging Stations
Electric vehicles are reshaping the way hotels welcome travelers. Once a luxury perk, EV charging has become an essential amenity that can boost a hotel’s brand, bookings, and revenue. Its ultimate value, however, rests on creating seamless charging experiences that are perfectly calibrated to meet guests’ needs. The real advantage comes from delivering a smooth, well designed charging experience that fits naturally into a guest’s stay. Enhancing a hotel stay with EV charging will: ✔ Elevate...
Calgary EV Charging Guide for Apartments and Workplaces
Electric vehicle adoption in Alberta has been accelerating with the number of registered vehicles recently surging by an impressive 38%. With more Albertans embracing the benefits of EVs, could Calgary soon catch up with the ownership rates in Vancouver, Toronto, and other major urban centres? Critical to closing the gap will be helping drivers overcome a significant barrier to going electric: access to EV charging at home and at work. But with the right information and new financial...
How Carshare EV Charging Adds Value to Modern Developments
REITs, developers, property owners, and municipalities have everything to gain by installing charging stations for carshare electric vehicles, from introducing a new stream of revenue to making life better in the community. In many jurisdictions, dedicated carshare stalls are already expected in new developments, with some municipalities tying permits to the inclusion of carshare parking. Shared EVs and chargers not only help meet the growing demand for sustainable alternatives to vehicle...








