NEWS RELEASE
SIMCOE NORTH MPP JILL DUNLOP
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Ontario is constructing 9 new electrical automobile (EV) charging stations in Simcoe North.
This marks a significant milestone within the province’s plan to extend entry to EV chargers outdoors of huge city centres and assist the electrification of transportation throughout the province.
Because the province continues to see substantial job creation and funding within the rising EV and EV battery manufacturing sector, these new charging stations will present essential supporting infrastructure in communities throughout the province, together with for EVs made proper right here in Ontario.
“For EV drivers, finding a charging station that’s close by and available can mean the difference between a quick stop and a time-consuming detour that takes time away from work, school or family,” mentioned Jill Dunlop, MPP, Simcoe North. “I’m proud to announce the delivery of these nine new EV charging stations in Simcoe North to make life easier and more convenient for drivers.”
These new chargers, a part of the federal government’s $63-million EV ChargeON Program Group Websites Stream, will likely be situated at:
Washago Group Centre in Severn — 4 stations
Walmart Midland — 4 stations
Mac Lang Orillia Ram Jeep Dodge Chrysler (Orillia Dodge) — 5 stations
Bayview Wildwood Resort, Ascend Lodge Assortment — three stations
Orillia, adjoining to 400 Memorial Ave. — three stations
Penetanguishene Group Centre — three stations
Penetanguishene City Dock — 4 stations
Coldwater Group Centre in Severn — three stations
Severn municipal workplace — seven stations
“With more than 201,000 electric vehicles on the road in Ontario, we’re putting shovels in the ground to build more charging stations and make life easier for drivers,” mentioned Stephen Lecce, minister of power and electrification. “That includes a focus on smaller and underserved communities across our province where we are providing more certainty for parents and workers during their commutes.”
Every new EV charging web site will embody Degree 2 charging stations, Degree 3 charging stations, or a mix of the 2. The federal government has additionally launched a brand new Extremely-Low In a single day Electrical energy Worth Plan and is exploring choices for an Electrical Automobile Charger Low cost Electrical energy Price to additional assist EV adoption and cut back emissions. The brand new Extremely-Low In a single day Electrical energy Worth Plan helps clients who use extra electrical energy at night time, together with those that cost their electrical automobile, save as much as $90 per yr.
“Improving EV charging infrastructure is essential to ensuring drivers are confident in electric vehicles,” mentioned Prabmeet Sarkaria, minister of transportation. “By focusing on smaller and medium-sized communities, we’re filling gaps in underserved areas to build a more connected charging network for everyone in Ontario.”
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