EV Charging in Vancouver, British Columbia

Public EV charging in Vancouver, British Columbia. 497 charging locations (51 DC fast, 446 Level 2). Score any address with EV Data Map's free 0–100 site profitability analyzer — Canadian incentives via ZEVIP and provincial programs included.

Vancouver, British Columbia is served by 497 public electric vehicle charging locations operating roughly 1,443 individual chargers. Of those, 51 (10%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 446 (90%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Vancouver is ChargePoint Network with 277 locations, followed by FLO with 102. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 103 kW.

EV Data Map is an EVSE and DC Fast Charger location analyzer that scores every potential charging site in Canada from 0 to 100 for DC Fast Charger ROI, combining ZEV registration density, daytime population, traffic, demographics, nearby competing chargers, and grid context. Enter any Vancouver address below for an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration — including ZEVIP, British Columbia provincial, and utility incentive matching.

What to know about charging in Vancouver

Vancouver boasts a diverse and competitive public charging landscape with 497 locations across 13 operators, led by ChargePoint Network at 56% of sites. This variety fosters a nuanced charging experience, as EV drivers can select based on power levels and amenities rather than brand allegiance. The 51 DC fast charging stations, averaging 103 kW, feature significant options with 27% exceeding 150 kW, catering to drivers seeking quicker charging solutions. While the city's DC fast locations represent only 10% of the total, they provide critical support alongside 446 Level 2 stations for longer dwell times. This mix creates unique opportunities to enhance the local charging network, particularly for new entrants focusing on high-power capabilities, ensuring that Vancouver's infrastructure evolves in line with driver preferences and needs.

Vancouver charging by the numbers

Locations
497
Chargers
1,443
DC Fast locations
51
Level 2 locations
446

Vancouver charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
ChargePoint Network runs 56% of public locations across 13 networks.
Average DC fast power
103 kW (fastest stall: 350 kW)
High-power share
27% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
10% DC fast / 90% Level 2 across 497 locations
Estimated DC ports
159 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Vancouver

Featured charging locations in Vancouver

  1. PETRO-CANADA B 91340 - 1 — Vancouver, BC, V6J 3G6 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 350 kW)
  2. CITYOFVANCOUVER RICHARDS DC 1 — Vancouver, BC, V6B 3B4 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  3. CITYOFVANCOUVER RICHARDS DC 2 — Vancouver, BC, V6B 3B4 (ChargePoint Network · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  4. Kaslo Plaza - Tesla Supercharger — Vancouver, BC, V5M 4J1 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  5. Symphony Place - Tesla Supercharger — Vancouver, BC, V6B 0H2 (Tesla · DC Fast · 250 kW)
  6. BC Hydro - Vancouver - (PNE) Easy Park - South Surface Lot — Vancouver, BC, V5K 2C6 (BCHYDRO · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  7. BC Hydro - Vancouver - UBC - Ross Drive — Vancouver, BC, V6S 0L2 (BCHYDRO · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  8. 7Charge - Vancouver 37850 — Vancouver, BC, V6M 3C7 (7CHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  9. BC Hydro - Vancouver - Kerrisdale — Vancouver, BC, V6M 3W6 (BCHYDRO · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  10. C01029 4314 W 10 Ave — Vancouver, BC, V6R 2H7 (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  11. C81188 - Vancouver Boundary — Vancouver, BC, BC V5S (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)
  12. C01213 Vancouver — Vancouver, BC, V5T 3B5 (SHELL_RECHARGE · DC Fast · 180 kW)

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Incentives for EV chargers in British Columbia

Vancouver projects can typically stack three layers of funding: the federal Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) covering up to 50% of project costs, British Columbia provincial programs for additional rebates and tax credits, and local utility incentives for grid-connected installations. Class 56 accelerated capital cost allowance (100% first-year writeoff) further improves project economics for commercial installations.

Use the analyzer to see which programs apply to a specific Vancouver address along with eligible award amounts.

How profitability scores work in Vancouver

Every score on EV Data Map blends location demand, competition and operating economics into a single 0–100 number. For Canadian sites, demand draws on Statistics Canada ZEV registrations (Table 20-10-0024) projected forward to 2026 using province-level CAGR, daytime population from StatCan census tracts, and traffic patterns. Competition uses the count and quality of nearby chargers — including DC fast power, network reliability and dwell-fit. Operating economics include provincial electricity tariffs, demand-charge exposure, expected utilization, and capital cost for the recommended hardware mix.

For Vancouver specifically, our model factors local commute corridors, the existing footprint of 51 DC fast and 446 Level 2 sites, and the dwell profile of surrounding land use. The result is a per-address score plus a recommended configuration — number of stalls, target power level and network — that maximises projected revenue.

Frequently asked questions

How many EV charging stations are in Vancouver, British Columbia?
There are 497 public EV charging locations in Vancouver, British Columbia, with a combined 1,443 individual chargers. 51 locations offer DC fast charging and 446 provide Level 2 charging.
What incentives apply to EV chargers in British Columbia?
Most Vancouver projects can stack the federal Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) — covering up to 50% of project costs — with provincial British Columbia programs and utility incentives. Class 56 accelerated CCA is also available for commercial charging hardware.
What is the largest EV charging network in Vancouver?
ChargePoint Network operates the most public charging locations in Vancouver with 277 sites, followed by FLO with 102 sites.

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