EV Charging in Guelph, Ontario

Public EV charging in Guelph, Ontario. 48 charging locations (4 DC fast, 44 Level 2). Score any address with EV Data Map's free 0–100 site profitability analyzer — Canadian incentives via ZEVIP and provincial programs included.

Guelph, Ontario is served by 48 public electric vehicle charging locations operating roughly 149 individual chargers. Of those, 4 (8%) offer DC fast charging suitable for road-trip stops and short-dwell sessions, while 44 (92%) provide Level 2 charging for longer dwell times such as workplace, retail and overnight parking.

The largest charging network in Guelph is FLO with 23 locations, followed by Non-Networked with 14. Average DC fast power across the city is approximately 50 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 Guelph address below for an instant ROI score, demand projection, and recommended charger configuration — including ZEVIP, Ontario provincial, and utility incentive matching.

What to know about charging in Guelph

Guelph's EV charging landscape features 48 public locations, predominantly Level 2, with only 8% dedicated to DC fast charging. The four DC fast stations all have an average output of just 50 kW, representing an older standard in the industry. With FLO operating nearly half of the charging sites, Guelph maintains a balanced market structure, avoiding the pitfalls of both monopoly and fragmentation. While the existing infrastructure supports longer stays—ideal for local dwellers—drivers may seek faster charging alternatives as newer, higher-powered stations (150–350 kW) become more common in nearby cities. This dynamic presents a unique opportunity for developers to target emerging needs in Guelph's EV charging ecosystem.

Guelph charging by the numbers

Locations
48
Chargers
149
DC Fast locations
4
Level 2 locations
44

Guelph charging — local snapshot

Top operator share
FLO runs 48% of public locations across 4 networks.
Average DC fast power
50 kW (fastest stall: 50 kW)
High-power share
0% of DC fast sites are 150 kW-class or higher
Mix
8% DC fast / 92% Level 2 across 48 locations
Estimated DC ports
8 fast-charging ports city-wide

Charging networks in Guelph

Featured charging locations in Guelph

  1. Denny's — Guelph, ON, N1H 7K8 (SWTCH · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  2. Barry Cullen Cadillac - Smart DC — Guelph, ON, N1K 1B7 (FLO · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  3. 145Guelph — Guelph, ON, N1H 1K5 (Non-Networked · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  4. Alectra - 395 Southgate Dr - Public (L3 -50kW) — Guelph, ON, N1G 4Y1 (FLO · DC Fast · 50 kW)
  5. Barry Cullen Cadillac - Outdoor — Guelph, ON, N1K 1B7 (FLO · Level 2 · 16.6 kW)
  6. 19 Woodlawn, south side P31 — Guelph, ON, N1H 7B1 (FLO · Level 2 · 16.6 kW)
  7. CONESTOGACOLLEG SPEEDVALE #1 — Guelph, ON, N1H 8G2 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.7 kW)
  8. CONESTOGACOLLEG SPEEDVALE #3 — Guelph, ON, N1H 8G2 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.7 kW)
  9. CONESTOGACOLLEG SPEEDVALE #2 — Guelph, ON, N1H 8G2 (ChargePoint Network · Level 2 · 7.7 kW)
  10. Clairfield Commons — Guelph, ON, N1G 5E8 (SWTCH · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  11. Swtch Energy — Guelph, ON, N1G 0A8 (SWTCH · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)
  12. University of Guelph - Lot 15 — Guelph, ON, N1G 2W1 (Non-Networked · Level 2 · 7.2 kW)

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Incentives for EV chargers in Ontario

Guelph projects can typically stack three layers of funding: the federal Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) covering up to 50% of project costs, Ontario 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 Guelph address along with eligible award amounts.

How profitability scores work in Guelph

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 Guelph specifically, our model factors local commute corridors, the existing footprint of 4 DC fast and 44 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 Guelph, Ontario?
There are 48 public EV charging locations in Guelph, Ontario, with a combined 149 individual chargers. 4 locations offer DC fast charging and 44 provide Level 2 charging.
What incentives apply to EV chargers in Ontario?
Most Guelph projects can stack the federal Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) — covering up to 50% of project costs — with provincial Ontario programs and utility incentives. Class 56 accelerated CCA is also available for commercial charging hardware.
What is the largest EV charging network in Guelph?
FLO operates the most public charging locations in Guelph with 23 sites, followed by Non-Networked with 14 sites.

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