Daily EV news · Canada · 6 August 2026

i-charging, headquartered in Atlanta and Portugal, has secured Intertek ETL certification for its i-light charger, confirming compliance with UL 2202, UL 2231 and CSA C22.2#346 electrical safety standards required in the US and Canadian markets. The i-light unit delivers up to 1.5 MW per output via MCS or up to 800 kW via CCS, targeting medium and heavy-duty EVs with a 10-inch touchscreen and optional 37-inch transparent display. The certification, announced 6 August 2026, removes a regulatory barrier and allows legal installation and operation across North America.

Why it matters: ETL certification is a mandatory gate for high-power DC chargers in US and Canadian procurements, so i-charging can now compete for fleet and depot tenders requiring MCS or 800 kW CCS outputs. Operators gain a certified 1.5 MW option for heavy-duty projects without waiting for field approvals.

The Canadian province is allocating $5 million to install 16 new DC fast charging stations with 29 ports across its eCharge network, targeting underserved areas and high volume sites with speeds of 100 to 400 kilowatts. A further $955,000 will fund additional electric vehicles for the provincial fleet, while $100,000 will deploy eight Level 2 chargers across three provincial parks. The eCharge network currently operates 70 DC fast charging ports and 143 Level 2 ports.

Why it matters: The procurement signals a substantial public sector commitment to charging infrastructure in Atlantic Canada, with the 16 station tender likely to attract bids from CPOs and equipment suppliers capable of delivering high power chargers up to 400 kilowatts. The investment also demonstrates how provincial governments are combining fleet electrification with public network expansion to meet 2030 emissions targets.