The state of EV charging in Canada is more fluid and fast-paced than ever. Electric Autonomy‘s curated collection of our best charging stories and videos will help you understand and navigate the landscape

The backbone of electric vehicle adoption is a widespread, robust network of charging infrastructure.

EV users need reliable charging options. Whether they’re public, private, rural, urban, workplace or residential, each charging arena comes with its own set of unique challenges and opportunities for development.

Electric Autonomy is at the forefront of reporting on the obstacles and solutions in this dynamic landscape. Recognizing charging’s importance to our audience, we’ve compiled the following package — a selection of our most impactful recent charging articles, paired with session videos from our annual EV & Charging Expo featuring industry experts discussing real-world issues and case studies.

Dive into this complimentary reading-viewing tandem to stay informed on the challenges and solutions for EV charging in Canada.

Challenge: public charging availability

It’s a familiar refrain: Canada needs more EV chargers.

While the federal government has a target of deploying 84,500 public chargers by 2029, we’re not there yet. To date, Canada has over 27,000 public Level 2 and DC fast chargers owned and operated by a variety of charging networks.

To measure the country’s progress towards the government’s target, Electric Autonomy undertakes an annual EV charger status report that surveys each of the 30-plus charging networks operating in Canada to review their growth for the previous 12 months and give an update on their expected growth for the next 12 months.

• Read now: 2024 EV charging networks report: Canada’s public charger installations up 33 per cent in 12 months
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on public charging.
• Watch now: Supermarkets are ideal EV charging sites – watch the president of Longos speak on the company’s experience.

Challenge: private home charging access

Home and private charging options are essential for EV users because they allow vehicle charging overnight. Both residential and commercial real estate are experiencing a rise in EV charger installations as these amenities become increasingly sought after and demanded. With the growing uptake of EV chargers, proper installation by licensed electricians is crucial to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Read now: Curbing unsafe EV charger installations needs “carrot or stick” strategy
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on private home charging.
• Watch now: Could EV charging be the new necessity for commercial real estate? View the expert discussion below.

Challenge: workplace and MURB charging

Workplace charging and charging infrastructure in multi-unit residential buildings (MURBs) play a vital role in supporting EV adoption and equitable access to charging among employees and residents.

Every year, Electric Autonomy surveys the country and publishes an updated MURB bylaw tracker. To date, over 40 Canadian municipalities now have bylaws requiring new MURBs to be EV-ready.

Property owners and developers are now learning how to integrate EV charging stations into new builds, from setup to ongoing maintenance, operations and billing for residents.

• Read now: Electric Autonomy launches Canadian EV-ready bylaw tracker
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on workplace and MURB charging.
• Watch now: There are real challenges in navigating the intersection between real estate and EV charging infrastructure. Hear property developers and charging providers troubleshoot challenges.

Challenge: commercial EV charging

Commercial charging solutions are essential for businesses with fleets or for those looking to offer charging services to logistics customers. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Industry partnerships are forming to address barriers and identify bottlenecks in developing large-scale commercial charging infrastructure. Companies such as Kruger Energy and Ikea Canada are now sharing insights on the best infrastructure setups for their operations.

• Read now: Exclusive: BC Hydro joins new North American MHDV charging advocacy supergroup
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on commercial fleet charging.
• Watch now: Explore advanced charging solutions for MHDV electric fleets with expert experience and advice.

Challenge: rural and remote charging

Rural and remote areas can’t be left behind in the EV transition. Getting sufficient charging into these regions is a critical element to get right.

Indigenous communities are emerging as leading jurisdictions and partners by creating programs to establish charging infrastructure and finding creative solutions to overcome funding challenges for these projects.

• Read now: New program looks to place EVs in Manitoba, Ontario Indigenous communities
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on rural/remote communities’ charging access.
• Watch now: Experts discuss how Canada is boosting uptake in Indigenous communities.

Challenge: urban charging solutions

Urban areas face distinct challenges in installing EV charging infrastructure due to high population density and limited space.

Charging providers are developing a strong business case for urban charging solutions. Meanwhile, municipalities are adopting smart technologies, like V2X (vehicle-to-everything) charging stations that can draw energy from vehicles to power municipal buildings.

• Read now: City of Victoriaville running resilience-focused V2X charging project with Hydro-Québec’s Cleo
• Read more: Electric Autonomy’s full reporting on urban charging solutions.
• Watch now: Find out how municipalities are deploying urban public EV charging options and solutions.