Electric vehicle sales have grown
year-over-year since 2011
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) update
During the COVID-19 pandemic, electric vehicle (EV) charging is considered an essential service in BC. We will continue to offer Level 2 and DC Fast Charging options where possible. Some facilities are closed to maintain physical distancing.
Be safe when using charging stations
Be aware that EV charging stations - especially connectors and touch screens - are high-touch surfaces. When using an EV station, remember to:
- Wash your hands or use an alcohol-based before and after touching connectors, touch screens, and other surfaces
- Cough or sneeze into your arm, facing away from the station and cables
- Keep 2 meters away from other people around the station
Open charging stations
| Site | Network provider | Station type and power output |
|---|---|---|
| Vancouver Aquarium 845 Avison Way |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Britannia Community Centre 1661 Napier Ave |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| City Hall upper lot 453 W 12th Ave |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| City Hall upper lot (enter from Yukon) 453 W 12th Ave |
Chargepoint | DCFC (50kW) 2 ports |
| City Hall W 10th Ave surface lot 455 W 10th Ave |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 5 ports |
| Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Empire Field 3200 E Hastings St |
Chargepoint | DCFC (50kW) 1 ports |
| George Wainborn Park 451 Beach Cres |
Chargepoint | DCFC (50kW) 2 ports |
| Hastings Park 188 N Renfrew St |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Hillcrest Centre 4575 Clancy Loranger Way |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 3 ports |
| Keefer St Easypark 180 Keefer St |
SemaConnect | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Kits Beach 1499 Arbutus St (curbside) |
Flo (Addenergie) | Level 2 (~7kW) 4 ports |
| Mainland 902 Mainland St |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Oak and W 49th Ave Northwest corner |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Trillium Park 600 National Ave |
Chargepoint | DCFC (50kW) 2 ports |
| Vancouver Public Library, Central Library 350 W Georgia St |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 3 ports |
| VanDusen Garden 5251 Oak St (gates close overnight from 7pm to 8am) |
Chargepoint |
Level 2 (~7km) |
Closed charging stations
| Site | Network provider | Station type and power output |
|---|---|---|
| Beach and Broughton | SemaConnect | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Beach and Bute | SemaConnect | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Beach and Cardero | SemaConnect | Level 2 (~7kW) 2 ports |
| Mt Pleasant Community Centre 1 Kingsway |
Chargepoint | Level 2 (~7kW) 3 ports |
By 2040, all new cars and trucks will be zero emissions in BC.
To support the shift to renewably powered transportation, we're improving and expanding our public charging network, implementing policy to support home charging, increasing the number of EVs in our fleet, and working with business and other levels of government to make switching to an EV as easy as possible.
Supporting our goals
How we get around the city will play an important role in how we fight climate change and reduce carbon pollution, we know that we need active transportation, improved transit, and zero emissions vehicles to achieve this.
This aligns with one of our Climate Emergency goals: By 2030, 50% of the kilometers driven on Vancouver's roads will be by zero emissions vehicles.
Tackling emissions related to transportation, which make up 40% of the city's total carbon pollution.
charging stations in Vancouver
Where to charge electric vehicles
We currently manage 79 'Level 2' public charging points, 38 of which are on City properties, and nine DC Fast Chargers at five different locations, each with two DC Fast Chargers.
It’s estimated that another 175 charging points are available to EV drivers in Vancouver that are managed by parking garages, hotels, shopping malls, and other services.
By 2021, a DC Fast Charging hub will be located within a 10-minute drive of anywhere in Vancouver.
Find an EV charging station near you or your destination with online maps and mobile apps such as Plugshare External web site, opens in new tab or Chargehub External web site, opens in new tab.
Map legend
- Level 2 Charging Stations (7kW): Blue
- DC Fast Charging Stations: Pink
- Dedicated parking for zero emissions vehicles: Orange
ZEV decal benefits
The Province of BC administers a decal program for zero emission vehicles. Electric vehicles displaying an official decal are provided with benefits province-wide, with additional benefits offered in Vancouver.
Since 2014, more than 25,000 home charging circuits have been installed across Vancouver.
More home charging
As of January 1, 2019, all new development permit applications for multi-family buildings must include EV charging infrastructure in 100% of parking stalls, with the exception of visitor stalls.
In order to minimize the impact on builders and the utility grid, our requirements allow the use of EV Energy Management Systems (EV EMS). Because most personal vehicles are parked for 8 to 10 hours per day at home, an EV EMS allows multiple vehicles to share a circuit. This reduces construction costs and utility costs.
An EV EMS must ensure that every EV charging outlet receive at least 12kWh over an 8 hour period. This means that, even if a vehicle is plugged into every single outlet at once, all EVs will receive enough energy for the next day.
Vancouver is one of several BC municipalities that now have a “100% rule” for new multi-family buildings.
Read the bulletin on EV charging for buildings PDF file (797 KB)
Why electric vehicles?
More electric vehicles
EV sales in Vancouver are growing steadily, with about 70% growth year-over-year since 2011. There are currently over 30,000 EVs registered in BC. By 2050, we expect about 300,000 EVs to be registered in the city.
The Climate Emergency: Big move 3 and accelerated actions
Earlier in 2019, Vancouver declared a Climate Emergency. Accelerated actions to support this goal will focus on:
- Accelerating the expansion of the public EV charging network
- Adding incentives to accelerate the transition to EVs
Related initiatives
Condos, townhomes, and apartments
Visit evcondo.ca External web site, opens in new tab for information on setting up EV charging in stratified buildings.
You can also search their registry to find an EV-friendly strata building.