Financial assistance for charging stations in Quebec

Adopting an electric vehicle (EV) is an excellent way to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions. Unlike gasoline-powered cars, EVs produce no CO₂ or air pollutants during use. Although the production of electricity has an environmental impact, the ecological balance remains largely favorable.
Installing a home or business charging station does, however, represent an initial investment. Fortunately, several government financial assistance programs are available to help reduce the cost!

How much does a home charging station cost?

The average cost of a Level 2 (240-volt) charging station is between $995 and $1,295. You’ll need to add about $700 for installation by a certified electrician.

Additional costs may apply if :

your electrical panel needs to be modified
cable burial work is required

In terms of use, a full charge costs around $1. For daily use, this represents about $300 worth of electricity per year to cover 20,000 km.

Financial assistance for the installation of charging stations in Quebec

General conditions of eligibility

Several financial assistance programs are available in Quebec for the installation of charging stations for electric vehicles. Whether you’re planning a residential or commercial installation, financial assistance of several hundred dollars is within your reach. Here’s some information on the programs available and the amount you could receive to reduce your acquisition and installation costs.

First of all, to be eligible for a grant, the charging station must :

be new and level 2 (240 volts)
be certified by an accredited organization
be used to charge an electric vehicle belonging to the applicant
remain in service for at least three years after receiving the financial assistance

Subsidy for condominium charging stations

Do you live in a condo or co-ownership property? You’re eligible for financial assistance for a multi-dwelling charging station!

You could receive :

Up to $5,000 per charging station
Up to $5,000 per connector
50% of eligible expenses for purchase and installation

If you lease a charging station :

Up to $500 per charging station
Up to $500 per connector
50% of installation costs

A minimum 3-year rental contract is required for leased charging stations.

Subsidy for home charging stations

For homeowners or long-term tenants installing a home charging station, financial assistance for a home charging station is :

$600 for acquisition and installation

Steps to follow :

Make sure the charging station is eligible (level 2, certified, etc.) – all HydroSolution charging stations are!
Keep invoices in your name
Apply online after installation

Documents required :

Vehicle sales or leasing contract
Proof of purchase of charging station
Proof that the terminal is level 2

Subsidy for commercial charging stations

Companies can also benefit from subsidies to install charging stations at work, for use by employees or corporate vehicles.

Amounts available for purchase :

Up to $5,000 per charging station
Up to $5,000 per connector
50% of eligible costs

Amounts available for rental :

Up to $500 per charging station
Up to $500 per connector
50% of installation costs

Conditions to be met:

New, certified charging station
Level 1 or 2 (120V or 208/240V)
Use by the company or its employees

How to apply for financial assistance?

For a residential charging station :

Create an account on the online services portal
Go to My requests > Create a request > Charging station
Wait for the confirmation (or refusal) e-mail
If approved, you’ll receive a cheque by mail.

For businesses or condominiums charging stations :

Plan your budget
Gather your documents (invoices, photos, proof of payment, etc.)
Complete the claim form after installation

For financial assistance of $5,000 or more, proof of payment is required (endorsed cheque, bank statement, etc.).

Government financial assistance make the installation of charging stations more affordable in Quebec, whether for homes, condominiums or businesses. These programs make it easier to go electric, while reducing costs and your carbon footprint. For full details, consult the Roulez Vert program criteria on the official Quebec government website.