City guide
EV charging in Québec City, Quebec
Québec City is one of Canada's most EV-ready urban areas, supported by Hydro-Québec's Circuit électrique and strong provincial policies. The province reports more than 12,550 public charging stations and over 2,000 fast chargers as of late 2024, with continued expansion planned. Municipal efforts are adding off-street public chargers across city lots to serve residents, commuters and visitors year-round.
Public charging is anchored by Circuit électrique and FLO, with additional DC fast sites from networks such as Petro-Canada and Electrify Canada along Autoroute 20/40 corridors. Within the city, off-street municipal parking lots host numerous Level 2 options near employment, universities and Old Québec attractions, while highway corridors provide higher-power stops for intercity travel.
PlugMapper syncs with the NRCan/AFDC database and major network feeds, validating addresses and coordinates. We flag downtime and access notes where available so listings reflect on-the-ground conditions across Québec City neighbourhoods.
Québec City, Quebec EV charging snapshot
Québec offers robust rebates for home and workplace chargers; additional federal and municipal-scale programs support public installations.
Ville de Québec states 152 public chargers across 38 off-street parking lots (2024). View more details
Government of Québec reports more than 12,550 public charging stations and 2,000+ fast chargers as of Dec. 31, 2024. View more details
Hydro-Québec lists per-hour fast-charge rates by kW band, with idle fees after 90% state of charge at some sites. View more details
Roulez vert offers up to $600 for a residential Level 2 charger; see the program page for current terms (2024–2025). View more details
Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map
Use the PlugMapper map to filter Québec City chargers by connector, power level and network, and to locate municipal off-street sites near destinations.
- Filter by Level 2 to see municipal off-street chargers distributed across 38 city lots; tap a pin for parking rules and access hours.
- Enable DC fast filter for corridor planning along Autoroute 20/40 and Route 138; check each site's maximum kW and connector availability.
- Turn on network layers for Circuit électrique, FLO and other operators to compare pricing, authentication options and real-time status where provided.
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 Québec City, Quebec
Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.
- Commission des normes, de l'équité, de la santé et de la sécurité du travail1600 Avenue d'Estimauville, Québec, QC G1J 0H718 total portsNon-networked
- Fairmont Le Château Frontenac - Tesla Destination1 Rue des Carrières, Québec, QC G1R 4P510 total portsTesla Destination
- Cégep de Sainte-Foy2410 Chemin Sainte-Foy, Québec, QC G1V 1T38 total portsCircuit électrique
- Québec - 292 Rue Elzéar Bédard292 Rue Elzéar Bédard, Québec, QC G1K 1H78 total portsCircuit électrique
- Université Laval - PEPS2300 Rue de la Terrasse, Québec, QC G1V 0A68 total portsCircuit électrique
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
Québec offers robust rebates for home and workplace chargers; additional federal and municipal-scale programs support public installations.
City initiatives
- TODO: No municipal installation rebate identified
No city-administered grant for private installations was verified. Municipal focus is on deploying public chargers in off-street lots.
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Utility programs
- Circuit électrique – Municipal & community funding
Program supports municipalities and eligible communities to add public charging under Hydro-Québec's network; terms vary by call and year.
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State & federal support
- Roulez vert – Borne à domicile
Rebate for a residential Level 2 charger, subject to eligibility and documentation. Check caps, qualifying hardware and timing.
View program details - Roulez vert – Borne de recharge au travail
Program covers up to 50% of eligible costs for workplace charging, with per-connector caps and reporting requirements.
View program details - Federal – ZEVIP
Natural Resources Canada's Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds public, workplace and fleet charging projects via competitive intakes.
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Neighborhood coverage
Dense heritage district with tourism draws around Château Frontenac. Public Level 2 options in off-street lots help manage curb demand near attractions.
Tech and retail hub in the lower town. Municipal lots and private garages offer Level 2, with fast-charge options minutes away on main corridors.
Universities, hospitals and retail nodes create steady Level 2 demand. Several DC fast sites line Route 138 and Autoroute approaches for regional trips.
Mixed residential and commercial blocks where municipal off-street chargers supplement curbspace for apartment dwellers lacking home options.
Gateway to Montmorency Falls and coastal suburbs. Corridor-adjacent fast chargers support highway travel while Level 2 covers local destinations and parks.
Trusted resources
- Ville de Québec – EV charging in city lots
Locations and information on municipal off-street chargers. View more details
Visit resource - Circuit électrique – Tariffs & network info
Current pricing model and membership details for Hydro-Québec's public network. View more details
Visit resource - NRCan Station Locator (Canada)
Official Canadian database of public charging locations. View more details
Visit resource - AFDC Station Locator (US & Canada)
Cross-border view of public stations with filters for connector types and power levels. View more details
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Frequently asked questions
Where are most DC fast chargers located around Québec City?
Fast-charge hubs cluster along Autoroute 20/40 and Route 138, with additional sites near major retail and travel corridors. Use the DC filter to plan hops.
Do municipal chargers include on-street curbside units?
Current city deployments emphasize off-street lots. Curbside pilots remain limited, so check the map and site notes before heading out.
How is pricing set on the Circuit électrique?
Rates are per hour for Level 2 and by power band for DC fast at many sites, with possible idle fees after charge completion. Always confirm in the network app.
Are winter conditions a concern for charging?
Yes. Expect slower charge rates in extreme cold and plan longer sessions. Precondition the battery and arrive with warm packs when possible.
Can visitors pay without a network card?
Most networks accept app-based payment and many support tap-to-pay. Check each station listing for accepted methods and any membership perks.
Nearby cities
- Lévis, QC
- Trois-Rivières, QC
- Saguenay, QC
Market insights shaping local charging
City off-street lots provide reliable charging near civic facilities and tourist areas, easing curb pressure and supporting overnight or workday top-ups for residents without home access.
Higher-power stations on Autoroute approaches let drivers bridge to Montréal, Saguenay and the Chaudière-Appalaches region with one or two brief stops, even in winter.
Roulez vert grants continue to seed Level 2 access where it's most used—homes and employers—reducing daytime load on public networks and balancing demand.
Per-hour Level 2 pricing and power-band DCFC tariffs, plus idle fees at some sites, encourage plugging only as long as needed, increasing turnover at busy locations.
Find reliable EV charging across Québec City
Filter by power, connector and network—then navigate directly to verified sites with up-to-date details.