City guide
EV charging in Montréal, Québec
Montréal’s public network is anchored by Hydro-Québec’s Circuit électrique with widespread Level 2 on-street chargers and a growing set of DC fast hubs. City and provincial programs support deployment at businesses and public properties, while federal ZEVIP rounds add additional cost-shared funding for priority sites.
Coverage is strongest across Ville-Marie, Plateau–Mont-Royal and key arterials, with DC fast at retail centers and travel corridors. Circuit électrique introduced per-kWh pricing across Québec, improving transparency for drivers at both fast and Level 2 stations in the region.
PlugMapper integrates Circuit électrique data and municipal open datasets where available to verify locations, counts and typical availability, helping drivers plan reliable sessions across Montréal’s neighborhoods.
Montréal, Québec EV charging snapshot
City, utility and provincial–federal programs provide funding for workplace, public and municipal curbside charging in Montréal.
Hydro-Québec’s Electric Circuit lists over 8,200 charging points, including more than 1,200 DC fast chargers (2025).
Hydro-Québec targets 2,530 fast-charging stations by 2030 and 4,500 Level 2 by 2029 to densify the network.
Circuit électrique announced a transition to per-kWh pricing in 2025, improving cost transparency for drivers across Québec.
The City of Montréal offers financial assistance to companies installing EV charging stations, with project caps up to $100,000.
Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map
Search PlugMapper for Circuit électrique sites and filter by power level, price and curbside locations across Montréal’s boroughs.
- Highlight curbside Level 2 along commercial streets and civic destinations; check posted time limits and overnight restrictions before planning longer sessions.
- Filter to 100–200 kW ports for quick highway top-ups; use map clustering to find multi-port fast-charging hubs with shorter queues at peak times.
- Compare borough coverage and look for new installations funded by city and Hydro-Québec programs, prioritizing public properties and higher-demand areas.
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 Montréal, Québec
Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.
- Stationnement Publique - Renaissance Marriott - Tesla Destination638 Cathcart, Montreal, QC H3B 3A725 total portsTesla Destination
- 600-700 de la Gauchetiere Ouest711 rue Viger Ouest, Montreal, QC H3B 4L512 total portsFLO
- Indigo Park Canada Inc629 St-Antoine Ouest, Montreal, QC H3C 6J710 total portsNon-Networked
- Indigo Park Canada Inc1 Place Ville Marie, Montreal, QC H3B 2C48 total portsNon-Networked
- Place Montreal Trust1500 avenue McGill College, Montreal, QC H3A 3J54 total portsFLO
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
City, utility and provincial–federal programs provide funding for workplace, public and municipal curbside charging in Montréal.
City initiatives
- Montréal – Subsidy for Companies Installing EV Chargers
Financial assistance for businesses to deploy charging equipment on their properties, improving access for employees and visitors.
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Utility programs
- Hydro-Québec – Municipal Curbside Charging Grants
Grant program helping municipalities install Level 2 curbside chargers across Québec, accelerating on-street access.
View program details
State & federal support
- Roulez vert – Workplace Charging
Québec’s Roulez vert program offers up to $5,000 per connector for eligible workplace charging installations.
View program details - Natural Resources Canada – ZEVIP
Federal cost-shared funding rounds for public, MURB and workplace charging projects.
View program details
Neighborhood coverage
High density of curbside Level 2 and public garages; fast chargers at retail and major venues support quick sessions near business and entertainment districts.
Strong on-street presence and destination charging along commercial arteries; use PlugMapper to navigate time limits and overnight restrictions.
Expanding municipal and retail Level 2 options; filter for multi-port sites near parks, markets and community facilities.
Industrial and office areas feature workplace and public chargers; scan for higher-power DC fast along Autoroute corridors for quick top-ups.
Waterfront destinations and commercial centers provide Level 2 coverage; fast charging grows along major routes into the West Island.
Trusted resources
- Circuit électrique – Find a station
Official map of Hydro-Québec’s public charging network.
Visit resource - Montréal open data – Bornes de recharge
City open datasets include public EV charging locations and attributes.
Visit resource - City subsidy for companies – EV charging
Local funding details, eligibility and application steps.
Visit resource - Roulez vert – Workplace charging
Provincial incentives for employers to install chargers.
Visit resource
Frequently asked questions
What are Circuit électrique prices in Montréal?
Hydro-Québec introduced per-kWh pricing across its network, improving transparency. Rates vary by site and power level; check PlugMapper listings for posted tariffs.
Is curbside charging widely available?
Yes. Many boroughs host on-street Level 2 stations. Time limits may apply; verify in PlugMapper and local signage before extended sessions.
Which networks operate besides Circuit électrique?
Most public sites are in Circuit électrique. Private operators such as FLO, ChargePoint, Tesla destination and others appear at retail, workplaces and parking facilities.
Are business incentives available?
The City of Montréal offers assistance for company-owned chargers. Additional provincial and federal programs can stack depending on eligibility.
Can I pay by kWh at fast chargers?
Yes. Circuit électrique’s per-kWh pricing applies at eligible stations. Confirm in PlugMapper or the network app for exact pricing and idle fees.
Nearby cities
- Laval, QC
- Longueuil, QC
- Brossard, QC
Market insights shaping local charging
On-street Level 2 is filling gaps in older neighborhoods where private parking is limited, shifting overnight charging demand onto municipal infrastructure.
DC fast sites are clustering along Autoroutes and retail nodes, enabling short, reliable sessions for commuters traveling between downtown and suburbs.
Transparent energy-based pricing makes cross-network comparisons easier and improves predictability for multi-stop trips across the city.
Roulez vert funding is expanding employer-operated charging, reducing pressure on curbside assets and creating new options during working hours.
Charge across Montréal with confidence
Find curbside, garage and fast-charging options near where you work and live.