BC Hydro to triple charging network to 3,500 ports by 2035 with 700 million CAD investment

BC Hydro plans to expand its public charging network in British Columbia from 917 ports at 190 locations to 3,500 ports by 2035, backed by 700 million CAD in funding. The utility currently operates a mix of AC and DC chargers and deployed its first 400 kW charger in early 2026.

Why it matters: The 700 million CAD commitment signals a major procurement pipeline for charging hardware and installation contractors in Canada over the next decade. Tripling port count to 3,500 creates opportunities for suppliers to compete on both AC and high power DC equipment as BC Hydro scales its network.