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City guide

EV charging in Burnaby, British Columbia

Burnaby supports rapid EV uptake through city-run public charging, EV-ready requirements in new buildings, and a council-approved Public EV Charging Strategy (December 2024). City-owned chargers operate on modest hourly fees, and Burnaby publishes locations and counts at civic sites. Provincial programs—delivered with BC Hydro—support home, MURB and workplace installations, complementing federal infrastructure funding. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Public charging is concentrated at community centres, libraries, parks and civic facilities across Metrotown, Brentwood and Edmonds, with the map updated by the City. For highway or corridor trips, drivers can use BC Hydro’s fast-charging network, billed per kWh with an idle fee after a grace period. ([City of Burnaby][1])

PlugMapper aggregates open data from municipal sources and major networks to show live availability where supported. We align locations with city boundaries and civic sites to improve accuracy across Burnaby’s neighbourhoods. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Burnaby, British Columbia EV charging snapshot

CleanBC and BC Hydro provide rebates for home, MURB and workplace chargers; a separate program funds public Level 2 and DC fast sites.

City charger fees

$2/h day; $1/h overnight

City-owned EV stalls charge $2/h (6am–10pm) and $1/h (10pm–6am); pay-per-charge at civic sites (2025, City of Burnaby). ([City of Burnaby][1])

EV-ready (residential)

100% of stalls

Since Sept 1, 2018, all stalls in new residential buildings must be EV-ready (Level 2) with EVEMS performance minimums (City of Burnaby, 2025 page). ([City of Burnaby][1])

EV-ready (non-residential)

45% of stalls

Effective July 8, 2024, new non-residential developments must provide 45% EV-ready parking, with specifics for accessible and car-share stalls (City of Burnaby). ([City of Burnaby][1])

BC Hydro fast-charging rate

$0.3609/kWh

BC Hydro EV network pricing effective Apr 1, 2025: DCFC $0.3609/kWh; Level 2 $0.2972/kWh; idle fee $0.40/min after grace period. ([BC Hydro][2])

Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map

Use the PlugMapper map to compare City of Burnaby chargers with nearby BC Hydro DC fast sites and filter by connector, power, and pricing.

Filter by Level 2 vs DC fast, then toggle BC Hydro sites to plan top-ups at community centres before a highway fast-charge leg.
Tap any pin for current fee details, on-site parking rules, and nearby amenities at Burnaby parks, libraries and recreation facilities.
Use favourites to save routine spots around Metrotown and Brentwood, and enable alerts for availability changes at busy locations.

Open the interactive map

Map coverage refreshes every six hours from AFDC and local utility feeds. Availability and pricing may change; confirm with the station operator before your trip.

Top EV charging stations in Burnaby, British Columbia

Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.

Need overnight charging? Toggle the map to Level 2 sites and look for garage locations with 24/7 access. Driving for hire? The fast-charge filter highlights plugs that meet local TLC or taxi requirements.

PlugMapper combines operator feeds, OpenStreetMap context, and user feedback. Spot an update? Open the station detail page to share changes so we can alert the network owner.

Incentives and rebates for installing EV chargers

CleanBC and BC Hydro provide rebates for home, MURB and workplace chargers; a separate program funds public Level 2 and DC fast sites.

City initiatives

Public EV Charging Strategy (2024)
Council approved Burnaby’s Public EV Charging Strategy in Dec 2024 to guide expansion of city charging at civic sites and support equitable access. ([City of Burnaby][1])
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EV-ready parking requirements
Burnaby’s Zoning Bylaw requires 100% EV-ready stalls in new residential buildings and 45% in non-residential since 2024, with EVEMS standards. ([City of Burnaby][1])
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Utility programs

BC Hydro – EV charger rebates
With CleanBC, BC Hydro offers rebates for residential strata/MURB and workplace/networked Level 2 installations; terms updated through Aug 31, 2025. ([BC Hydro][3])
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FortisBC – EV charging incentives
Customers in FortisBC electricity service areas can access CleanBC-aligned EV charging rebates for homes, MURBs and workplaces (program details 2025). ([fortisbc.com][4])
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State & federal support

CleanBC Go Electric EV Charger Rebate Program
Provincial rebates for home, multi-unit residential and workplace Level 2 infrastructure; delivered with BC Hydro/FortisBC (program pages updated 2024–2025). ([goelectricbc.gov.bc.ca][5])
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CleanBC Go Electric Public Charger Program
Capital funding for public Level 2 and DC fast chargers for communities and eligible public sites; administered in B.C. with posted criteria. ([Government of British Columbia][6])
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Neighborhood coverage

Metrotown

Dense cluster near malls and civic sites. Expect many Level 2 options at community facilities; pair with BC Hydro DC fast sites for trip legs. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Brentwood

Rapid growth around Brentwood Town Centre. City Level 2 at parks and libraries help top-ups during errands and evening activities. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Edmonds

Community centre and park charging serve apartment-heavy blocks; EV-ready rules in new builds broaden overnight access in future. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Lougheed

Mixed residential-retail hub near transit. Use PlugMapper to compare mall, civic and private network chargers before regional trips.

Deer Lake & BCIT

Civic precinct and campus area with several Level 2 points at cultural venues; check hours and parking restrictions at facilities. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Trusted resources

Frequently asked questions

What do City of Burnaby chargers cost?

City-owned stalls cost $2/h from 6am–10pm and $1/h overnight, plus any posted parking meter fees. Check the City’s page for updates. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Are new apartments EV-ready in Burnaby?

Yes. Since 2018, 100% of stalls in new residential buildings must be EV-ready, with EVEMS performance standards to share load efficiently. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Where can I fast charge nearby?

Use PlugMapper to find BC Hydro DC fast sites across Metro Vancouver. Rates are per kWh with an idle fee after charging. ([BC Hydro][2])

Are there incentives to install chargers?

CleanBC and BC Hydro offer rebates for homes, MURBs and workplaces; a separate program funds public chargers in B.C. ([goelectricbc.gov.bc.ca][5])

Does PlugMapper show city facility hours?

Yes. Facility hours and parking rules are included where available; always verify site-specific signs at parks and community centres. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Market insights shaping local charging

EV-ready bylaw accelerates private-sector access

Burnaby’s 100% EV-ready residential requirement and 45% non-residential threshold should steadily expand overnight and workplace charging without relying solely on public sites. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Per-kWh DCFC pricing improves cost clarity

BC Hydro’s per-kWh pricing and idle fees provide predictable costs and encourage turnover at fast chargers, helpful for trip planning beyond city limits. ([BC Hydro][2])

Strategy targets civic-site coverage gaps

The 2024 Public EV Charging Strategy positions community centres, libraries and parks as anchors, improving equitable access across Burnaby’s neighbourhoods. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Pair Level 2 dwell times with errands

Given hourly fees at civic sites, Level 2 sessions align well with swim lessons, library visits or sports—minimizing idle charges and improving stall turnover. ([City of Burnaby][1])

Map every charger in Burnaby

Compare city, utility and private network sites—then filter by connector, power and price.

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