First of many locations planned across the country to accelerate EV adoption in Canada.
Toronto, ON, Sept. 16, 2024 – Canada’s path to an electric future just got a major boost. Today, JOLT, the global leader in free, fast, and clean EV charging, kicks off a nationwide initiative to electrify the country, starting with the first installation in the City of Richmond Hill, part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). Richmond Hill represents the first municipality in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to offer the first 7kWh free-of-charge to EV drivers in the community and supports the federal government’s ambitious goal of installing 200,000 public EV chargers by 2030.
JOLT’s debut in Richmond Hill brings a game-changing service to the community: free EV charging that’s as fast as it is green. Every JOLT station provides 7 kWh of daily energy for free through the JOLT app, delivering 40-50 kilometres of range in just 15-20 minutes depending on the vehicle – enough time to grab a coffee, do some shopping, and get back on the road. This convenience translates to over $1,100 in annual savings for Canadian drivers, making EV ownership not just a smart choice, but an easy one.
“JOLT is all about making EV ownership accessible, affordable, and seamless,” says Brendan Dillon, Country Manager, JOLT Canada. “Our state of the art chargers run on renewable energy. With our launch in Richmond Hill, we’re not just installing chargers—we’re supercharging communities, driving local economies, and accelerating electrification for cities.”
These new charging stations in Richmond Hill are just the beginning. JOLT plans to install up to 5,000 public DC fast chargers across Canada, with an integrated Digital Out-of-Home advertising network, which funds the free charging allocation. This platform allows municipalities and brand marketers to connect with the highly engaged communities in sustainable and creative ways.
“As more Canadians switch to EVs, our mission is to eliminate the barriers that would otherwise hold them back,” Dillon adds. “With the support of forward-thinking partners like the City of Richmond Hill, we’re delivering infrastructure solutions that make the EV transition not just possible, but inevitable.”
Richmond Hill’s Mayor, David West, joined Dillon in celebrating the launch, officially opening the new EV chargers located in Richmond Hill. “Richmond Hill is happy to lead the way in the GTA and we welcome JOLT as another green partner in our city. We are committed to leading on the climate initiatives outlined in our Community and Energy and Emission Plan as we strive to reach net zero emissions by 2050 and our doors are open to partnerships that help us achieve that goal. It’s a win-win for our residents, local businesses in the area, and our city as a whole.”
Originating in Australia, JOLT has already made its mark as the largest free EV charging network across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Now, with its expansion into Canada, JOLT is poised to reshape the EV landscape across the country, ensuring that charging is accessible, equitable, and seamlessly integrated into daily routines.
With hundreds more locations set to launch in the coming months, JOLT is on a mission to break down barriers like “range anxiety” and high ownership costs, making EV adoption a reality for Canadians coast to coast.
Learn more about JOLT’s sustainable EV charging network and how to bring JOLT to your community: www.joltcharge.com/ca
About JOLT – Accelerating the shift to zero emission mobility.
JOLT connects Canadians with a network of free, fast electric vehicle charging stations. JOLT’s mission is to make electric mobility more accessible and equitable to drivers through zero-cost and fast charging. JOLT offers Canadian EV drivers 7 kWh, or around 45 kilometres, of fast charging for free every day, supported by advertising on digital screens on state-of-the-art urban charging kiosks. Using innovative tech, enabled by partnerships with governments, companies and land owners, JOLT is creating a functional and sustainable charging network that runs off renewable energy and delivers best-in-class customer experience and infrastructure solutions to cities. By partnering with JOLT, brands can create a positive impact and contribute to reducing emissions. joltcharge.com/ca
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