Parkland doubles plan to build Canada’s largest ultra-fast EV charging networks
The company has secured $6.825 million in funding to double its previously announced 25 location network to 50 sites across its ON the RUN retail footprint.
Parkland Corporation has secured support from NRCan and the Government of British Columbia to build one of Western Canada’s largest ultra-fast electric vehicle charging networks. Strategically located across the company’s existing Chevron and ON the RUN retail portfolio between Vancouver Island and Calgary, Parkland’s ON the RUN EV charging network will nearly triple Metro Vancouver’s ultra-fast EV charging locations.
Customer benefits will include: Convenient locations on highways and in major destinations across Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, the Okanagan and into Alberta; efficient delivery with up to 200-kilowatt charge capacity, capable of charging most EV models within 20-30 minutes; and experience to help customers make the most of every stop, most featuring an ON the RUN convenience store and a Triple O's restaurant.
"With support from NRCan and the Government of British Columbia, we are doubling the size of our previously announced ultra-fast network, from 25 to 50 locations. Our network will help eliminate range anxiety for EV drivers and by offering high-quality convenience and food choices, we aim to deliver industry leading customer amenities and experiences,” said Darren Smart, Senior Vice-President of Energy Transition and Corporate Development at Parkland.
NRCan provided a $5 million grant through its Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program and the Government of British Columbia provided over $1.8 million for the project.
Each ON the RUN charging location will feature two or four charging ports. With several sites already operational, Parkland expects to largely complete its initial 25 charging locations by the end of 2022, and the remaining 25 locations in early 2024.
