The Charge Up in Dufferin network is making it easier for you to go electric.
With 49% of our local greenhouse gas emissions in Dufferin coming from the transportation sector, making the switch to electric vehicles is a big step in tackling climate change and creating cleaner, healthier communities.
This electric vehicle charging network is made up of 22 Level-2 charging stations and 2 Level-3 fast chargers at various municipal offices, recreation, and cultural centres across Dufferin. The Charge Up network builds confidence that the switch to electric is possible with convenient, affordable, and reliable charging opportunities wherever you are.
The project was supported by Natural Resources Canada’s Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP). ZEVIP aims to address the lack of charging stations in Canada in alignment with the country’s strengthened climate plan, A Healthy Environment and A Healthy Economy, which accelerates zero-emission vehicle adoption as an investment that will deliver economic and environmental benefits for decades to come.
Explore the Charge Up in Dufferin Network
Discover the electric vehicle charging stations near you
PlugShare and ChargeHub are two independent user-verified public charging maps that track the location and operating status of every public charging station across North America in real-time. Both platforms have user feedback loops, built-in navigation features, and search filters that can help you find public charging stations along your route. PlugShare and ChargeHub maps can be accessed online and are free to download from Google Play and the App Store.
FLO has a desktop map and mobile app to help you locate charging stations, pay for sessions, and consult usage data.
Through the Charge Up in Dufferin network, electric vehicle drivers can charge up at 22 Level 2 FLO charging stations and 2 Level 3 FLO fast chargers at various municipal offices, recreation, and cultural centers across the County.
Chargers
Level-2 Public Charging Station
Often thought of as destination or opportunity charging, a Level-2 public charging station is a great solution if you plan on staying at your ‘destination’ for several hours or are looking for an opportunity to top-up.
⌚1 hour = 30km driving range
💳 Before July 15, 2023: First 2 hours free, then $2 an hour
💳 Effective July 15, 2023: $2 an hour
*Don’t forget to share the power and move your vehicle once it is fully charged to avoid a continued fee.
Using a Level-2 Charging Station on the FLO Network
- Park your vehicle in front of the charging station.
- Activate the station by placing your FLO card on the reader or select the station in the FLO mobile app and press ‘start a session’.
- Once your session has been authenticated, open the station’s door and pull out the connector.
- Plug the connector into your vehicle. Charging will start immediately.
- Once charging is complete, unplug the connector, replace it in its socket and close the door.
- You will receive a summary of your charging session via email.
Level-3 Public Charging Station
Think of a Level-3 charger like a gas station! A Level-3 charger is a convenient option for those short on time or needing to charge up from low battery. A Level-3 charging station makes for a great road trip buddy!
⌚1 hour = 250km driving range
💳 Before July 15, 2023: $5 an hour
💳 Effective July 15, 2023: $10 an hour
*Don’t forget to share the power and move your vehicle once it is fully charged to avoid a continued fee.
Using a Level-3 Charging Station on the FLO Network
- Park your vehicle in front of the charging station.
- Choose the connector that is adapted to your vehicle (either CHAdeMO or SAE Combo) and plug it into your vehicle’s charging port.
- Activate the station by placing your FLO card on the reader or select the station in the FLO mobile app and press ‘start a session’.
- Wait until the stations start button begins to flash and then press it. You can monitor the progress of your charging session on the FLO mobile app.
- Once charging is complete, press the stop button.
- Unplug the connector, roll the cable back on its support, and replace the connector back in its socket
- You will receive a summary of your charging session via email.
What Local EV Owners Are Saying
"I bought an electric car - a Chevy Volt. It has a gas backup, but most of the time I just run on electric. It was a big goal of mine – and I did it!"
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