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The City of Pickering has launched its first public electric vehicle charging station pilot in an effort to support EV ownership and reduce emissions.
Pickering is the first municipality east of Toronto and west of Kingston to offer a Level 3 public charger, also known as a fast charger.
This project has been made possible [in part] by the Government of Canada, through its Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP).
New EV Charging Station Locations & Fees
Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex |
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1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering Two x Level 3 CCS Charging Points Four x Level 2 Charging Stations For EV Resources & Payment, visit
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Pickering Operations Centre/Pickering Soccer Club |
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Six x Level 2 Charging Stations For EV Resources & Payment, visit |
The difference between Level 2 and 3 Charging Stations
There are 3 standard charging levels used to charge electric cars. All electric cars can be charged with level 1 and level 2 stations. These types of chargers offer the same charging power as the ones you can install at home. Level 3 chargers - also called DCFC or fast charging stations - are much more powerful than level 1 and 2 stations, meaning you can charge an EV much faster with them. That being said, some vehicles cannot charge at level 3 chargers. Knowing your vehicle’s capabilities is therefore very important.
| Level 1 Public Chargers | Level 2 Public Chargers | Level 3 Public Chargers |
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| Level 1 is the standard wall outlet of 120 volts. It is the slowest charge level and requires tens of hours to fully charge a 100% electric vehicle and several hours for a plug-in hybrid. | Level 2 is the typical EV plug found in homes and garages. Most public charging stations are level 2. RV plugs (14-50) are also considered level 2 chargers. | Lastly, some public stations are level 3 chargers, also known as DCFC or DC Fast Chargers. These charging stations are the quickest way to charge a vehicle. Note that not every EV can charge at level 3 chargers. |
Information Source: ChargeHub.com
Hours of Operation
The stations will be available for use 24/7, year round.
EV Resources & Payment
- ChargePoint.com: Find places to charge and pay through the app.
- ChargeHub.com: Find places to charge and pay through the app.
- ChargeLab.co: Find places to charge and pay through the app.
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The City of Pickering anticipates expanding its EV infrastructure. See details below and please note that timelines are subject to change.
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Quick Facts |
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What is the City doing to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions?
The City is involved in a number of initiatives to further its journey in becoming one of the most sustainable cities in Canada.
View additional details, including the City’s Corporate Energy Management Plan.