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EV charger rebate program for apartments/condos and townhomes


EV charging rebate application form

To apply, you’ll need to upload a copy of the required documentation specific to the rebate(s) you’re applying for. Review the program requirements prior to starting the application. Some rebates require pre-approval. 

To begin your application, use the checkboxes to indicate which rebates you’re ready to apply for.

  • EV Ready plan – Apply for this after your plan is created
  • EV Ready infrastructure – Apply for this after you’ve received the quote of work to install the infrastructure needed to implement your EV Ready plan.
  • EV charger rebates – Apply for this after you’ve received a quote for the chargers and charger installation costs (does not need to be associated with an EV Ready plan)

You can apply for these rebates one at a time as your project progresses or apply for multiple rebates at once (see below) to help make your project more efficient. 

You can apply for multiple rebates at once via the following combinations:

  • EV Ready plan + EV Ready infrastructure rebates
  • EV Ready plan + EV Ready infrastructure + EV charger rebates
  • EV Ready infrastructure + EV charger rebates (valid only if you’ve previously applied for the EV Ready plan rebate)  

Apartment/condo EV charging rebates require you to get pre-approval from BC Hydro before proceeding with any required electrical work or charger purchasing. Exception: EV Ready plan only.

Here’s how the application process works:

  1. Apply for pre-approval – You’ll receive a confirmation number via email.
  2. Wait to be pre-approved – We’ll notify you via email, usually within 30 days.
  3. Complete your project – Get the infrastructure and/or chargers installed. Be sure to have your contractor complete the required documentation.
  4. Submit your final application – Come back and submit your project invoices and documentation.
  5. We’ll review your documents – If approved, we’ll send your rebate payment with 90 days.
All fields are required. Please review your entries and make sure all fields are completed.

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Rebate type

What is my application reference number?

Find this in the subject line of the confirmation email you received when you submitted your EV Ready plan application. Example: SC-000011. 

If you can't find your reference number, please email us at evchargerincentives@bchydro.com.

Eligibility notice

Invalid rebate combination

You can’t apply for the EV Ready plan and EV charger rebate at the same time unless you’re also applying for the EV Ready infrastructure rebate. Please modify your selection above to proceed. 

Eligibility notice

You don’t qualify for the EV Ready infrastructure rebate

To qualify, you must have completed an EV Ready plan.

Application look-up

Application found

Applicant and property information will automatically be added to your application.

Application look-up

Application not approved

You must have an approved EV Ready plan rebate to apply for the EV Ready infrastructure rebate. Review your status below.

Application look-up

No application found

Invalid application reference number. Check for errors.

Application look-up

No application found

Invalid reference number and postal code combination. Check for errors. 

Eligibilty notice

Infrastructure rebate already received

The reference number provided is associated with an application that's already received the EV Ready infrastructure rebate. Please de-select 'EV Ready infrastructure' above to proceed with applying for charger rebates.

Eligibilty notice

Not an EV Ready plan application

The reference number provided is not associated with an EV Ready plan rebate. Please double-check your information. An approved EV Ready plan rebate is required to proceed with the rebate application you selected above. 

Application look-up

Technical error

We weren’t able to lookup your application due to a technical error. Please refresh the page and try again. If problems persist, contact us

Do you have the required documents ready?

EV Ready plan – A copy of the EV Ready plan that was created for you/your property. Make sure it meets the requirements.

EV Ready plan workbook – Our template for documenting how your EV Ready plan will be implemented, completed by the professional who created your EV Ready plan. Download template.

EV Ready plan invoice – A copy of the paid invoice from the electrical contractor and/or professional engineer for the costs to create the EV Ready plan. If these costs aren't due until the EV Ready infrastructure is installed, upload the quote for the plan instead.

Do you have the required documents ready?

EV Ready plan – A copy of the EV Ready plan that was created for you/your property. Make sure it meets the requirements.

EV Ready plan workbook – Our template for documenting how your EV Ready plan will be implemented, completed by the professional who created your EV Ready plan. Download template.

EV Ready plan invoice – A copy of the paid invoice from the electrical contractor and/or professional engineer for the costs to create the EV Ready plan. If these costs aren't due until the EV Ready infrastructure is installed, upload the quote for the plan instead.

Infrastructure installation quote – A copy of the itemized quote from the electrical contractor to install the electrical infrastructure required to implement your EV Ready plan.

Do you have the required documents ready?

EV Ready plan – A copy of the EV Ready plan that was created for you/your property. Make sure it meets the requirements.

EV Ready plan workbook – Our template for documenting how your EV Ready plan will be implemented, completed by the professional who created your EV Ready plan. Download template.

EV Ready plan invoice – A copy of the paid invoice from the electrical contractor and/or professional engineer for the costs to create the EV Ready plan. If these costs aren't due until the EV Ready infrastructure is installed, upload the quote for the plan instead.

Infrastructure and charger installation quote – A copy of the itemized quote from the electrical contractor to install the electrical infrastructure and chargers required to implement your EV Ready plan.

Do you have the required documents ready?

Quote of work – A copy of the itemized quote for the charger installation and electrical service upgrades (if applicable) from a licensed electrical contractor.

Do you have the required documents ready?

Quote of work – A copy of the itemized quote for the charger installation and electrical service upgrades (if applicable) from a licensed electrical contractor.

Do you have the required documents ready?

EV Ready plan – A copy of the EV Ready plan that was created for you/your property. Make sure it meets the requirements.

EV Ready plan workbook – Our template for documenting how your EV Ready plan will be implemented, completed by the professional who created your EV Ready plan. Download template.

Infrastructure and charger installation quote – A copy of the itemized quote from the electrical contractor to install the electrical infrastructure and chargers required to implement your EV Ready plan.

Do you have the required documents ready?

EV Ready plan – A copy of the EV Ready plan that was created for you/your property. Make sure it meets the requirements.

EV Ready plan workbook – Our template for documenting how your EV Ready plan will be implemented, completed by the professional who created your EV Ready plan. Download template.

Infrastructure installation quote – A copy of the itemized quote from the electrical contractor to install the electrical infrastructure required to implement your EV Ready plan.

Step 1 of 3: Applicant details

Strata or individual

Applicants can apply on behalf of their strata or residential building (if it doesn’t have a strata), or as individual owners. By applying, applicants are confirming that they have permission to apply from the authority which has jurisdiction over the collective property.

Strata applicants must be able to provide the strata’s common area utility account number. Individual applicants must provide their own utility account number. 

Most applicants apply as a strata. If your strata doesn’t have a common area utility account number, please apply as an individual owner.

How to find your account number? 

Log in to your online MyHydro account and select Account settings. You can also look at the top of your most recent bill. 

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New Westminster Customers

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e.g. 6044320432 or +16044320432 or +442012340432

Step 2 of 3: Property details

Eligibility notice

You don’t qualify for the rebate

Properties must have been constructed prior to August 31, 2020 to be eligible for the rebates. 

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Complete the following information based on the company that created your EV Ready plan.

e.g. 6044320432 or +16044320432 or +442012340432

Don’t see the brand of your charger?

It may be ineligible, or it may not be in our system yet. Check to make sure it meets our charger eligibility criteria, then type in the brand name and select use this brand name as entered.

What model do I have?

The model of your charger will be listed on your itemized purchase receipt.

Supporting documentation 

EV Ready plan

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EV Ready plan invoice

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EV Ready plan workbook

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Infrastructure installation quote

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Infrastructure and charger installation quote

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Quote of work

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Additional document

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BC Hydro is collecting your personal information (specifically, name, address, phone and email) for the purposes of processing your application for the EV charger rebate program. It will be used to verify your eligibility and to contact you in the future for correspondence. This is done in accordance with BC Hydro's obligations under the Utilities Commission Act and under the authority of the Hydro and Power Authority Act. If you have specific questions about the project or privacy concerns, please contact evchargerincentives@bchydro.com