Frequently Asked Questions

Find all the answers you're looking for about commercial, municipal and institutional electric charging stations!

What are the subsidies for installing electric charging stations in the commercial sector?

There are various assistance programs and subsidies for acquiring charging stations by Quebec businesses and organizations:

  • Financial assistance program for workplace charging stations
  • Transportez vert program – Fast DC charging stations
  • Additional financial assistance provided by certain cities and municipalities to businesses for installing commercial charging stations

To learn more, visit the Financial Assistance page or contact the Bornes Québec team.

What are the subsidies for installing electric charging stations in the municipal sector?

Hydro-Québec's 4,500 charging station subsidy program offers municipalities a subsidy of up to $24,000 per station to cover expenses related to purchasing and installing on-street charging stations.

To learn more, contact the Bornes Québec team.

How much do purchasing and installing a commercial charging station cost?

The average cost of purchasing a commercial electric vehicle charging station (level 2 charging station) is approximately $6,000. Add to this the installation costs by a certified master electrician, which usually range from $70 to $100 per hour.

These costs may be eligible for subsidies to cover part of the expenses related to purchasing and installing commercial charging stations.

Contact Bornes Québec or fill out the quote request form to get a quote based on your needs.

What is the charging time for a level 2 charging station?

Thanks to its high charging rate (240V in residential applications and 208V in commercial applications), the level 2 charging station offers an average charging time of 2 to 3 hours, depending on the vehicle type.

More specifically, the level 2 charging station can charge an electric vehicle to 80% from zero in 4 to 10 hours and a hybrid electric vehicle in 1 to 2 hours.

What is the charging time for a level 3 charging station?

Also known as "fast charging station" or "BRCC", the level 3 charging station (400V, 800V or more) offers a charging time ranging from 20 to 60 minutes.

Charging time can vary depending on various factors, such as the vehicle's battery capacity, the battery charge level at the time of charging, weather conditions that affect the battery and station temperature, the model and type of car to be charged, the fast charging station power, etc.

What are the standards for installing a commercial electric charging station?

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Where to buy a commercial charging station?

As a one-stop shop for purchasing and installing charging stations, Bornes Québec gives you access to its large network of partners to find exactly the type of station that suits you.

Our 360° support ensures complete coverage, including preliminary analysis of your electrical infrastructure, selection of commercial charging stations adapted to your needs and support for subsidy applications.

Contact us now for purchasing commercial charging stations!

What is the best home charging station to install at home?

Several residential charging station models are available, some of Quebec or North American design.

To choose the model that perfectly suits your desired use and budget, we invite you to contact our specialists at Bornes Québec for 360° support in your process.

How to know which charging station to choose?

The choice of an electric vehicle charging station depends on various criteria, starting with the desired type of use (residential, commercial or public).

Other factors must also be taken into account, such as the existing electrical infrastructure, current and future needs and the available budget.

To go further in your reflection, you can read our blog article on this subject or contact the Bornes Québec team.