August 27,2025
RED FM News Desk
British Columbia’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network is set to expand, with Ottawa contributing nearly $22.7 million for eight projects across the province.
Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson, speaking in Victoria, said the funding will support the installation of over 480 chargers in “high-demand areas and along busy highway corridors where Canadians need them most.”
Natural Resources Canada stated that the chargers will be placed along main travel routes, as well as in public spaces, workplaces, and multi-unit residential buildings. The expansion aims to improve access for current EV drivers while easing “range anxiety” for those considering switching to electric vehicles.
The funding is being distributed through the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program, with projects administered by BC Hydro, the City of Victoria, and the District of Saanich.
Energy Minister Tim Hodgson emphasized Canada’s commitment to clean energy, saying, “We are delivering practical, on-the-ground solutions to improve EV charging availability for British Columbians. Investments like this help build a cleaner, more secure, and more competitive economy.”
This announcement follows B.C.’s May report that 30 new charging stations had been installed along highways, adding to more than 5,000 existing stations across the province.
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