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Cost to Install EV Charger at Home Canada

The Cost of an EV Charger Installation Can Vary Throughout the country, Canadian drivers are switching from gas-powered to electric vehicles, joining an ongoing revolution in the way we get around. Year over year, Canada has experienced a notable rise in the adoption of electric vehicles, fueled by government incentives and an increasing consumer consciousness […]

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How to Take Full Advantage of the CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program

BC Hydro’s CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program Provides Significant Financial Incentives For owners and residents of strata housing looking to upgrade their multifamily buildings, BC Hydro’s CleanBC EV Charger Rebate Program is a major source of financial incentives to reduce upfront costs. And with so much funding available through this program, it’s crucial that all […]

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2024 BC EV Rebate List

A Complete List of All BC EV Rebate Options for 2024 Canada is investing heavily into electric vehicle adoption, and this is especially true here in British Columbia. We’ve seen numerous rebates made available to homeowners, business owners, strata stakeholders, and everyday drivers—so many that it may seem hard to keep track of them all. […]

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BC Hydro EV Ready Plan Explained

BC Hydro Approved Further Funding for the EV Ready Plan Rebate We received exciting news toward the end of 2023, as BC Hydro secured further funding for their CleanBC Go Electric EV charger rebate program. This rebate program has provided rebates for single-family homeowners, business owners, and stakeholders of multifamily strata. With the renewed funding, […]

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Project Spotlight: Strata EV Charging Station Contractors

TCA’s EV Charging Station Contractors Completed This Project Funded by BC Hydro Strata Rebates As leading EV charging station contractors, our team at TCA Electric has worked with many homeowners, business owners, and strata stakeholders to add EV charging capabilities. For residents of multifamily housing, EV charging stations are an attractive amenity enabling them to […]

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Tesla Wall Charger Installation: Everything You Need to Know

Have questions about Tesla chargers? We’ve got answers! If you’ve just bought a Tesla, or you’re looking to purchase one, chances are you’re looking into Tesla wall charger installation as well. Tesla’s wall connectors add more range per hour of charging than the mobile connector that comes with every Tesla vehicle. This gives drivers the […]

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2024 Guide to the BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Program

The Latest Info on the BC Hydro EV Charger Rebate Program Electric vehicle ownership has continued to climb year over year, and nowhere is this more true than in British Columbia. BC surpassed 100,000 EVs on the road in 2023 and has even set a goal for 100% of new vehicles sold to be electric […]

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Will I Need a Service Panel Upgrade for My EV Charger?

Learn more about when a service upgrade is required for your EV charger Home EV chargers are a popular green-minded upgrade that lets drivers of electric vehicles enjoy much more freedom and convenience. Installing these devices is often straightforward for a professional electrician. But whether you have a 100-amp or 200-amp panel in your home, […]

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Installing 6 Level 2 EV Charging Stations for Multifamily Building

TCA Installed Six EV Charging Stations for This Multifamily Building EV charging stations are an excellent upgrade for multifamily buildings. Not only do they serve to reduce the overall carbon footprint of the building’s residents, but they make EV ownership more accessible for tenants, provide a convenient place to charge each night, and can even […]

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Vancouver EV Charger Installations: Why a Panel Upgrade Might be Unnecessary

Some Vancouver Homeowners Need a Panel Upgrade Before EV Charger Installation—but You May Have Other Options While EV chargers are a popular home upgrade, especially for those who have recently purchased an electric vehicle, an installation may not always be simple. Some Vancouver homeowners may not have the available power to support a new EV […]