City guide
EV charging in Vaughan, Ontario
Vaughan's EV landscape combines municipal Level 2 chargers at civic facilities with corridor fast charging in the Greater Toronto Area. The City lists nine charging stations offering 18 connections, with additional sites planned. Ontario's EV ChargeON program and federal funding rounds are expanding public and workplace infrastructure across York Region.
Most in-city public charging is Level 2 at libraries, community centres and civic buildings, complemented by private chargers at retail and offices. DC fast options are concentrated along regional highways and near major centres including the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, enabling quick top-ups on north–south and east–west routes.
PlugMapper reconciles NRCan/AFDC data with operator updates and municipal listings to keep locations, access notes and pricing current for Vaughan's neighbourhoods.
Vaughan, Ontario EV charging snapshot
Ontario's ChargeON and federal ZEVIP fund public/workplace charging; municipal deployments add Level 2 capacity at civic sites.
City page lists nine stations with 18 connections at civic facilities. View more details
Additional 23 stations with 46 connections are planned at multiple facilities, targeted within the next year. View more details
Program supports public and workplace charging, covering up to 50% of eligible costs (75% for select sites). View more details
Alectra's 2024–2025 rate plan offers 2.8 ¢/kWh overnight, with off-peak pricing at 7.6 ¢/kWh. View more details
Plan charging routes with the PlugMapper map
Use PlugMapper to find municipal Level 2 chargers at civic sites and compare corridor DC fast options around Vaughan and the VMC.
- Filter by Level 2 to highlight City-owned chargers at libraries, community centres and City Hall; tap for fees and time limits where applicable.
- Enable DC fast to see corridor sites on Highway 400/407 approaches; check max kW and connector mix before planning short charging stops.
- Layer by network to compare session pricing and authentication methods; add nearby Level 2 as a fallback if DC fast queues peak.
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 Vaughan, Ontario
Ordered by total public charging ports available, these five locations provide the greatest capacity for EV drivers across the city.
- City of Vaughan - Joint Operations Centre2800 Rutherford Rd, Vaughan, ON L4K 2N96 total portsFLO
- The Regional Municipality of York2850 Rutherford Rd, Vaughan, ON L4K 2N96 total portsNon-networked
- City of Vaughan2800 Rutherford Rd, Vaughan, ON L4K 2N94 total portsFLO
- Rivers of Life9111 Keele St, Concord, ON L4K 2N14 total portsFLO
- Civic Centre Resource Library2191 Major MacKenzie Dr W, Vaughan, ON L6A 4W22 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
Ontario's ChargeON and federal ZEVIP fund public/workplace charging; municipal deployments add Level 2 capacity at civic sites.
City initiatives
- TODO: No municipal installation rebate identified
Vaughan provides public chargers at civic facilities; no City-run grant for private installations was verified.
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Utility programs
- TODO: No direct utility rebate verified
Alectra publishes Time-of-Use, Tiered and Ultra-Low Overnight rates that reduce charging costs but do not fund installation.
View program details
State & federal support
- Ontario – EV ChargeON
Capital cost-share program for public and workplace charging with defined eligibility, timelines and reporting requirements.
View program details - Federal – ZEVIP
Natural Resources Canada's Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program funds public places, workplaces, MURBs and fleet projects.
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Neighborhood coverage
Emerging downtown with dense mixed-use development and regional transit. Level 2 at civic and office sites; corridor DC fast options nearby on Highway 400/407.
Historic main streets and residential areas. Level 2 appears at community centres and retail; plan fast-charge stops along adjacent highways.
Civic venues and parks near City Hall. City-owned Level 2 supports event days; DC fast reachable at regional centres a short drive away.
Apartments, townhomes and retail plazas. Public Level 2 helps residents without home charging; network mix varies by property owner.
Heritage village and employment hub. Expect scattered Level 2 at destinations; corridor DC fast sites serve through-traffic on Highway 427/400.
Trusted resources
- City of Vaughan – EV charging stations
Current municipal Level 2 sites, fees and planned expansions. View more details
Visit resource - Ontario – EV ChargeON program
Provincial funding guidelines, timelines and eligible costs. View more details
Visit resource - NRCan Station Locator (Canada)
Official Canadian map and database of public charging sites. View more details
Visit resource - AFDC Station Locator (US & Canada)
Cross-border locator with filters for connector and power level. View more details
Visit resource
Frequently asked questions
How many City-owned EV chargers are available now?
The City lists nine charging stations with 18 connections at civic facilities, with more planned. Check the resource link for updates.
Where can I find DC fast chargers near Vaughan?
Most fast chargers sit along Highway 400/407 corridors and at major retail or travel nodes. Use the DC filter and confirm max kW before a stop.
Do municipal chargers have time limits or fees?
Yes. City-owned Level 2 sites specify hourly fees and time limits. Verify pricing and operating hours in the network app before parking.
Are condo or workplace charger grants available?
Ontario's ChargeON and federal ZEVIP fund public/workplace and multi-unit projects. Property owners should review program guidelines and intake timelines.
Can I lower charging costs at home?
Consider Alectra's Ultra-Low Overnight plan, which offers a 2.8 ¢/kWh overnight window. This reduces home charging costs compared with daytime use.
Nearby cities
- Toronto, ON
- Markham, ON
- Richmond Hill, ON
Market insights shaping local charging
City-owned chargers at libraries and community centres offer predictable parking and utility power, supporting residents without home charging options.
Most high-power sites lie on 400-series highways, enabling fast turnarounds for commuters and travellers while Level 2 covers destination dwell.
Ontario cost-share funding, paired with federal rounds, encourages multi-site deployments across York Region institutions and commercial properties.
Alectra's Ultra-Low Overnight plan significantly reduces cost per kWh for home charging, influencing when drivers plug in and overall load shapes.
Charge confidently across Vaughan
Compare municipal Level 2 and corridor DC fast sites in one map—complete with fees, access hours and connector details.