In Pictures: Canada's Federal Budget Allocates $4 Billion for EV Charging and Grid Infrastructure

The budget sets aside about $635 million specifically for expanding public EV charging across Canada.

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Federal funding aims to add more than 55,000 new public chargers nationwide through a renewed infrastructure program.

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A renewed Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program will drive much of the charger build-out.

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The proposed budget commits over $4 billion CAD to electricity infrastructure and grid modernization.

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Grid upgrades are intended to support growing demand as more drivers switch to electric vehicles.

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The investment package pairs charger funding with broader spending on Canada's power grid.

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Public charging networks stand to expand significantly if the proposed budget is adopted.

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Most of the charging funding would flow through a renewed Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program.

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The budget also targets grid modernization to accommodate home and public charging demand.

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