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 on to learn more about EV adoption in Toronto and how Hypercharge’s customized charging solutions can help your apartment building in Toronto gain an advantage in the competitive rental market.

In and around Toronto, personal vehicles make up 70% of transportation emissions, which have been steadily rising over the past decade and now account for about a third of total emissions.

The city intends to reverse this trend with investments aimed at boosting EVs ownership to 30% of local registered vehicles by 2030. For its part, the federal government wants zero-emission vehicles to make up 100% of new light-duty vehicle sales by 2035, with an interim goal of 60% by 2030.

That’s a major jump in the number of EVs on Toronto streets—and a looming problem. A survey by the nonprofit Pollution Probe found that 42% of Canadian EV owners who live in apartments and condos rely on public charging for more than half their charging.

As pressure increases on public charging networks, access to home charging will soon be non-negotiable for most EV owners.

EV charging stations future-proof your building by getting ahead of government mandates, regulations, and consumer demand.

You’ll attract and retain desirable tenants who value the convenience of home charging and environmental stewardship.

EV chargers also introduce a revenue stream that can generate thousands of dollars through charging fees that offset your initial investment.

Whether you’re planning a new development or upgrading an older building, Hypercharge has EV charging solutions for your current and future needs.

For Toronto retrofits, a Hypercharge EV Ready Plan simplifies the process and maximizes savings by creating a detailed roadmap for installation. Your EV Ready Plan will include an expert site assessment, comprehensive planning—including an in-depth Electrical Planning Report (EPR)—and cost estimates.

When you’re ready to take the next step, take advantage of Hypercharge’s Project Design and Installation services. We’ll work closely with you to design your EV charging operation, partner with highly experienced electrical contractors to install and commission your chargers, and deliver top-notch support along the way.

Our top pick for apartment buildings is the Hypercharge Halo Level 2 charger, which boasts up to 11.5kW of output for ultra-efficient charging.

The sleek design with built-in dock stands up to any kind of weather, and the universal connector can fuel nearly every EV.

With its Smart Power capabilities, the Halo can scale output based on available power, so you’ll make the most of your existing electrical capacity to keep installation costs down.

Managing your EV charging stations is easy with Hypercharge’s cloud software solutions.

Quantev™ Site Control gives you direct control over your EV chargers, including who uses them, the charging rates for individuals or user groups, and each financial transaction.

With advanced Quantev™ Analytics’ tools, you’ll gain sophisticated insights into charger usage to help you manage energy consumption, link charging rates to demand and/or Toronto Hydro rates, and undertake strategic planning.

For the most comprehensive network support, choose Managed Networking from Hypercharge. We’ll handle every aspect your network infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication between your EV chargers, management systems, and vehicles for maximum uptime.

You can offer tenants EV charging and earn revenue without going all-in with the direct ownership of charging stations.

Charging-as-a-Service is a turnkey solution that keeps costs down and tenant satisfaction up.

Hypercharge handles the installation, operation, and maintenance of chargers on your property at no cost—retaining ownership of the equipment—while you earn a share of the revenue from charging fees.