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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...
Case Study: Why Premium Hospitality Needs EV Charging
Premium hospitality is evolving as members clubs, golf resorts, and other premium hospitality destinations turn to electric vehicle charging to enhance members’ satisfaction. More than just a membership benefit, EV charging is a meaningful amenity that aligns with evolving lifestyles, creates a new revenue stream, and makes the most of members’ time by integrating charging into their club routine. A leading Canadian country club with Level 2 Hypercharge charging stations perfectly illustrates...
Should You Offer Free EV Charging?
Every EV charging deployment poses the question: do you want your users to pay to plug in? For many electric vehicle site owners and operators, charging fees are an essential part of their business model. But there are strategic advantages to offering free EV charging, as well as broader considerations, such as customer experience and sustainability commitments. In this post, we’ll break down the case for both free and paid charging and explore a flexible third option that can be adapted to...
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What Large-Scale Property Owners Need to Get Ready for EV Charging
For property owners managing multiple sites, installing electric vehicle chargers across multiple locations can be a high-impact upgrade with added layers of complexity. Multisite rollouts require careful design and planning, with special considerations during each phase of the project. To support your portfolio-wide strategy, we’ve created the 7-Point EV Charging Readiness Checklist For Large-Scale Property Owners: a handy quick-reference tool that highlights the key factors to consider...
Toronto EV Charging Solutions for In-Demand Apartments
In Toronto, the greatest enthusiasm for electric vehicle adoption is among the age groups most likely to live in apartments. Clean Energy Canada reports that two-thirds of apartment-dwellers aged 18 to 44 in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area say they’re inclined to buy an EV. In a densely-populated area where nearly half of households live in buildings that are five or more storeys, EV charging has become an essential amenity that multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) can’t do without. Read...
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...
Earning Money with EV Charging: Frequently Asked Questions
EV charging can be a valuable income stream for your business or multifamily building. With the right location, promotion, and pricing strategies, charging can generate thousands in additional revenue each year. Here, we answer the most frequently asked questions about earning revenue and maximizing profitability from your EV charging operation.How Does EV Charging Generate Revenue?Installing EV charging stations opens multiple revenue streams for operations, including: Attracting more...
Top 15 EV Charging ESG Tactics for REIT, Commercial, and Multifamily Portfolios
Electric vehicle charging is a reliable revenue stream for real estate, equipping commercial and multifamily properties with a must-have amenity for a carbon-neutral economy. As importantly, EV charging also supports the key non-financial aspects of your portfolio that appeal to shareholders and tenants, such as promoting overall sustainability, transparency, and ethical business practices. Read on to discover 15 high-impact ways partnering with Hypercharge can help REITs and portfolio groups...
EV Charging Strategy for Real Estate: Turning Infrastructure into Competitive Advantage
In our last post, we looked at how real estate investment trusts (REITs) can earn direct revenue through electric vehicle charging. With the right partner, a well-deployed EV charging operation can also power up property values through higher-quality tenants, increased occupancy rates, decreased turnover, and a greater net operating income. Here, we take a closer look at prime locations for EV charging, rounding up the numbers to show where the best opportunities lie across your...
Monetizing EV Charging for REITs: Unlock New Portfolio-Wide Revenue
With global EV sales hitting record highs in 2024, now is the time for forward-looking real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other large-portfolio players to increase the value of holdings by installing electric vehicle charging. EV charging stations not only invite desirable tenants, customers, and employees, but are a reliable source of direct revenue — significantly strengthening a property’s position within an evolving market.Prime Locations for REIT EV ChargingREIT portfolios are rich...
New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities
Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...
Manitoba Announces New Climate Action Funding
Update: Applications Now Closed Applications for Manitoba’s Climate Action Fund closed on January 20, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST. This post remains available as a reference for those interested in future funding opportunities.Manitoba’s push toward a low-carbon future just received a significant boost with the provincial government announcing an additional $1.5 million in funding for the Climate Action Fund. This funding, aimed at advancing green projects across the province, includes critical...
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5 Ways to Save on EV Charging Installation Costs
Electric vehicle charging adds substantial value to your property, business, or workplace, but let’s face it: the cost of installation can be intimidating. With Hypercharge’s customized care and charging expertise, however, you can lower costs without compromising on quality of service or the EV charging experience. Here are five ways we can take a bite out of your installation budget:1. Start Small - But Futureproof Your EV Charging OperationAt Hypercharge, we work closely with you to...
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...
Earning Money with EV Charging: Frequently Asked Questions
EV charging can be a valuable income stream for your business or multifamily building. With the right location, promotion, and pricing strategies, charging can generate thousands in additional revenue each year. Here, we answer the most frequently asked questions about earning revenue and maximizing profitability from your EV charging operation.How Does EV Charging Generate Revenue?Installing EV charging stations opens multiple revenue streams for operations, including: Attracting more...
Top 15 EV Charging ESG Tactics for REIT, Commercial, and Multifamily Portfolios
Electric vehicle charging is a reliable revenue stream for real estate, equipping commercial and multifamily properties with a must-have amenity for a carbon-neutral economy. As importantly, EV charging also supports the key non-financial aspects of your portfolio that appeal to shareholders and tenants, such as promoting overall sustainability, transparency, and ethical business practices. Read on to discover 15 high-impact ways partnering with Hypercharge can help REITs and portfolio groups...
EV Charging Strategy for Real Estate: Turning Infrastructure into Competitive Advantage
In our last post, we looked at how real estate investment trusts (REITs) can earn direct revenue through electric vehicle charging. With the right partner, a well-deployed EV charging operation can also power up property values through higher-quality tenants, increased occupancy rates, decreased turnover, and a greater net operating income. Here, we take a closer look at prime locations for EV charging, rounding up the numbers to show where the best opportunities lie across your...
Monetizing EV Charging for REITs: Unlock New Portfolio-Wide Revenue
With global EV sales hitting record highs in 2024, now is the time for forward-looking real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other large-portfolio players to increase the value of holdings by installing electric vehicle charging. EV charging stations not only invite desirable tenants, customers, and employees, but are a reliable source of direct revenue — significantly strengthening a property’s position within an evolving market.Prime Locations for REIT EV ChargingREIT portfolios are rich...
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...
EV Market 2024 Recap: Best Sellers, Statistics, and Outlook
Two things you could count on in 2024: headlines declaring that sales of electric vehicles are shrinking and data that says otherwise. In fact, global sales of zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs) reached new heights, including record growth in Canada and all-time-high total sales in the United States.Canadian EV Sales: Record GrowthIn Canada, ZEVs steadily increased their market share throughout 2024, hitting 15.4% of all new vehicle registrations by year-end, according to S&P Global Mobility....
New Alberta EV Charging Funding for Businesses, Condos, and Municipalities
Alberta is making it easier for businesses, municipalities, and condominium corporations to invest in EV charging infrastructure with the launch of a new funding program. Administered by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis), the Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP) opened for applications on February 5, 2025, offering $1.7 million in funding to help offset the cost of purchasing and installing EV chargers. This initiative, funded by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle...
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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...
What to Look for in an EV Charging Company
When selecting an electric vehicle charging partner, EV charging stations are always top of mind. Naturally, you want a partner who can deliver reliable chargers that meet the needs of both your business and electric vehicle drivers. To get the most out of your investment, however, you need much more. A successful, future-proofed operation requires a flexible charging network, comprehensive support, and a variety of opportunities to increase revenue. Here we explain these not-to-be-overlooked...
Workplace EV Charging: A Proactive Approach to Employee Retention
In response to changes within the labour market brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, employers are seeking inventive, effective approaches to retaining employees. Onsite EV charging is a creative and proactive way to set your organization apart from other workplaces. Read on to learn how EV charging promotes a happier, greener work environment with advantages for both employees and employers. Enhances your brand More than ever, employees want to work for companies that practice...