Rebates and support for public light-duty vehicle charging
The Public Charger Program offers rebates for direct current fast chargers (DCFC) and Level 2 charging stations. Get a rebate on light-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for public use.
Eligibility details
Who can apply:
- Businesses
- Indigenous communities
- Local governments
- Non-profits
- Public sector organizations and utilities
Your project site must be:
- Located in B.C.
- Always accessible to the public, including to those that use mobility aids
- Owned by you or a site you have the right to use for at least 10 years
This program prioritizes EV charging stations in:
- Indigenous communities
- Rural and northern areas
- Urban communities with lots of multi-unit residential buildings
Costs incurred before approval are not eligible for reimbursement.
See the program guide for full eligibility requirements.
How it works
How it works diagram showing five circles connected by a flowing arrow. They indicate the five phases of the rebate process: Read the program guide, Apply for pre-approval, Get approved and sign funding agreement, Complete projects by January 31, 2028 , and Submit documents and get rebate.
Read the program guide
Apply for pre-approval
Get approved and sign funding agreement
Complete projects by January 31, 2028
Submit documents and get rebate
Rebate options and amounts
EV charging station rebates
- Get back up to 75 percent of project costs
- Indigenous communities can get back up to 90 percent of project costs
| Charger output | Maximum rebate amount | Indigenous communities |
|---|---|---|
| DCFC: ≥20 kW, but <50 kW* | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| DCFC: ≥50 kW, but <100 kW | $50,000 | $100,000 |
| DCFC: ≥100 kW | $80,000 | $130,000 |
| Level 2: ≥32 amps | $5,000 | $7,500 |
*Conditions apply. See section 2.4.1 in the program guide
Before you apply
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Learn more about light-duty public charging station funding.
About the program
Public Charger Program
Status:
Open
Intake type: Ongoing
Administered by: Fraser Basin Council
Funding provided by: CleanBC