City guide
EV charging in Hamilton, Ontario
Hamilton plans a significant public charging expansion. The City’s 2024 Annual Energy Report outlines roughly 115 chargers to be added between 2025 and 2028 to support municipal operations and public access across priority sites.
Provincial EV ChargeON grants provide 50–75% cost sharing for Level 2 and DC fast infrastructure, while Ivy’s ONroute sites on Highway 401/400 corridors offer up to 150 kW for regional travel. Local networks fill in at municipal lots, hospitals and destinations throughout the city.
PlugMapper integrates the City’s plans, open data and network coverage so drivers can locate multi-port sites near downtown, the Mountain, Stoney Creek and transit nodes.
Hamilton, Ontario EV charging snapshot
Ontario’s EV ChargeON and federal ZEVIP programs support public and community charging, while Alectra’s SmartCharge pilot offers managed home-charging support.
Hamilton’s 2024 Annual Energy Report targets approximately 115 new public charging stations between 2025 and 2028. View more details
Ontario’s EV ChargeON program funds up to 50% of Level 2 and up to 75% of DC fast project costs for eligible public charging sites. View more details
Ivy’s fast chargers were active at 20 ONroute stations by 2023 with the remaining three set for completion by 2025, providing up to 150 kW. View more details
Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map
Use PlugMapper to compare downtown, Mountain, Ancaster and Stoney Creek options, and filter by power to find DC fast near QEW/403/407 corridors.
- Toggle multi-port and 24-hour filters to prioritize reliable stations near hospitals, campuses and arena districts with high evening demand.
- Use connector filters to plan CCS or NACS charging; Tesla sites include access notes where adapters allow non-Tesla vehicles to plug in.
- Sort by network to compare municipal lots, Ivy ONroute locations for highway trips and community destinations served by third-party providers.
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 Hamilton, Ontario
Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.
- City of Hamilton80 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8P 1H68 total portsNon-networked
- City of Hamilton71 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y56 total portsNon-networked
- HAMILTON PUBLIC LOWER DECK RH71 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y52 total portsChargePoint Network
- HAMILTON PUBLIC STATION 480 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1H62 total portsChargePoint Network
- HAMILTON PUBLIC STATION 580 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1H62 total portsChargePoint Network
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
Ontario’s EV ChargeON and federal ZEVIP programs support public and community charging, while Alectra’s SmartCharge pilot offers managed home-charging support.
City initiatives
- City of Hamilton – Charging expansion plan
The Annual Energy Report details the city’s multi-year rollout of public charging infrastructure across municipal facilities and priority hubs.
View program details
Utility programs
- Alectra SmartCharge
Managed home-charging initiative with installation support and app-based controls for eligible Alectra customers.
View program details
State & federal support
- Ontario – EV ChargeON
Cost-shared funding for publicly accessible chargers at community hubs, municipal lots and other eligible locations.
View program details - Natural Resources Canada – ZEVIP
Federal cost-shared funding for public places, workplaces, multi-unit residential buildings and fleet charging projects.
View program details
Neighborhood coverage
Municipal lots and commercial garages provide Level 2 with emerging DC fast near major venues; expect higher occupancy around events and weekday evenings.
Retail centres and community hubs offer multi-port Level 2; power filters surface faster options near LINC and Highway 403 access points.
Destination Level 2 chargers at plazas and community facilities support errands and regional travel via Highway 403.
Heritage retail streets and recreation sites host Level 2; check parking time limits and after-hours access policies.
Coverage is growing at shopping areas and arterial roads; use the 24-hour filter to find reliable overnight options.
Trusted resources
- City of Hamilton – Annual Energy Report 2024
Outlines the municipal EV charging deployment plan through 2028. View more details
Visit resource - EV ChargeON program
Provincial grants for public charging projects with 50–75% cost sharing. View more details
Visit resource - ONroute – Ivy fast charging
Highway corridor charging timeline and specifications. View more details
Visit resource - Open Hamilton – EV charging dataset
Municipal open data for existing EV charging station locations. View more details
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Frequently asked questions
Where are DC fast chargers for highway trips?
Use PlugMapper to find Ivy ONroute sites along Highway 401 and 400 corridors for up to 150 kW charging, plus additional fast chargers near QEW and Highway 403 entries.
Is funding available for community chargers?
Yes. EV ChargeON provides provincial cost sharing for eligible public projects, and ZEVIP offers federal support for public, workplace and MURB sites.
Do municipal lots charge idle fees?
Some locations apply idle or overtime fees after charging. Check PlugMapper site notes and on-site signage for rates and enforcement hours.
Does Alectra offer EV programs?
Alectra’s SmartCharge pilot supports managed home charging with installation resources and app controls for participating customers.
Can non-Tesla drivers use Tesla sites?
Select Tesla stations support non-Tesla vehicles where adapters or open-access hardware is available. Review connector listings and access notes in PlugMapper before visiting.
Nearby cities
- Burlington, ON
- Brantford, ON
- Oakville, ON
Market insights shaping local charging
Hamilton’s 2025–2028 rollout is designed to serve downtown, the Mountain and suburban communities, improving access at civic destinations and high-traffic lots.
EV ChargeON’s 50–75% cost share improves project viability for municipalities and community hosts, accelerating deployment timelines.
ONroute’s Ivy DC fast chargers support regional travel and tourism, enabling quick top-ups for drivers headed toward the GTA and Niagara.
Alectra’s SmartCharge program pilots managed charging and streamlined installs, informing future utility offerings as EV adoption grows.
Charge confidently across Hamilton
Plan municipal, destination and corridor stops with PlugMapper’s real-time coverage and filters.