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CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program
Rebates for EV charging projects in B.C.
Funding available
$ 137,000
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers rebates of up to $14,000 per application for EV chargers and related project costs. It supports EV Ready plans, electrical infrastructure upgrades, and Level 2 charger purchase and installation for workplaces and multi-unit residential buildings in British Columbia.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 137,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 5 employees minimum
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
Next Steps
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Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- EV Ready Plan
- EV Ready infrastructure
- EV charging stations
Documents Needed
- Itemized quote of work from a licensed electrical contractor
- Paid itemized charger invoice and installation invoice, where applicable
- Pictures of installed charger(s), and proof of charger internet connectivity where applicable
- Completed Contractor Participant Consent Form, Landlord Consent Form, or Strata or Co-op Consent Form, where applicable
- Completed EV Ready contractor installation form A or EV Ready contractor installation form B, as applicable
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Eligible charger list updated
The eligible charger directory for the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program was updated with added and removed charger models, and the last page now shows 38 instead of 37.
The Electric vehicle chargers eligible for rebates listing now includes new charger models and no longer shows several previously listed models, including some breezEV entries. This update changes the set of charger products shown as eligible, and the pagination now points to page 38 instead of 37. The rebate amounts and program instructions shown on the page remain the same; the main change is the eligible-charger inventory itself.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies
- Building owners
- Strata councils
Who is not eligible
- New construction buildings
- Buildings with only four or fewer units for multi-unit residential rebates
- Workplaces without at least five employees on site
- Applications for Tesla charging stations
Eligible expenses
- EV charger purchase and installation
- Electrical infrastructure and installation work
- Engineering design, permits, and site assessments
- Parking and electrical design, EV signage, and related construction
- Network connection fees and charger subscription or warranty fees
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Leased chargers
- Tesla-manufactured charging stations
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
- FortisBC service area
- Municipal utility customers in Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland, and Nelson
Selection criteria
- Project must meet program eligibility requirements
- Charger equipment must meet approved technical standards
- Installation must be completed by a licensed electrical contractor
- Applications are processed while funding remains available
How to apply
- Select a qualified professional contractor or consultant to develop your EV Ready Plan and obtain a quote.
- Receive pre-approval for funding by emailing the required information and completed forms to EV@fortisbc.com.
- When the EV Ready Plan is complete and the invoice is paid, submit the plan, workbook, paid invoice and mailing address for rebate approval by email to EV@fortisbc.com.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission
- Applicants receive an approval or refusal email, usually within 30 to 90 days depending on the rebate type
- Pre-approval is required before buying or installing chargers for charger rebates
- Final application and paid invoices must be submitted after installation
- If approved, payment is issued as a rebate cheque
Additional information
- Rebates are offered while funding lasts.
- Some offers require pre-approval before work starts.
- Rebates may be combined with other incentives, up to the total project cost.
- In some cases, a site visit or follow-up survey may be required.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program Program
What is the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program?
This program offers rebates of up to $14,000 per application for EV chargers and related project costs. It supports EV Ready plans, electrical infrastructure upgrades, and Level 2 charger purchase and installation for workplaces and multi-unit residential buildings in British Columbia.
How much funding can be received?
CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $137,000 per project.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program program, you must:
Current eligible electricity account
Building built before August 31, 2022
Workplace with at least 5 employees
What expenses are eligible under CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program?
EV charger purchase and installation
Electrical infrastructure and installation work
Engineering design, permits, and site assessments
Parking and electrical design, EV signage, and related construction
Network connection fees and charger subscription or warranty fees
Who can I contact for more information about the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program?
You can contact FortisBC by email at EV@fortisbc.com.
Where is the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program available?
The CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program program is available the province of British Columbia.