JOLT powers up Toronto: Free EV charging hits Canada

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Canada’s path to an electric future just got a major boost.

JOLT, the global leader in free, fast, and clean EV charging, kicked off a nationwide initiative to electrify the country, starting with the first installation in the City of Richmond Hill, part of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Richmond Hill represents the first municipality in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to offer the first 7kWh free-of-charge to EV drivers in the community and supports the federal government’s ambitious goal of installing 200,000 public EV chargers by 2030, said the company in a news release.

JOLT’s debut in Richmond Hill brings a game-changing service to the community: free EV charging that’s as fast as it is green. Every JOLT station provides 7 kWh of daily energy for free through the JOLT app, delivering 40-50 kilometres of range in just 15-20 minutes depending on the vehicle – enough time to grab a coffee, do some shopping, and get back on the road. This convenience translates to over $1,100 in annual savings for Canadian drivers, making EV ownership not just a smart choice, but an easy one, explained the company.

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“JOLT is all about making EV ownership accessible, affordable, and seamless,” said Brendan Dillon, Country Manager, JOLT Canada. “Our state of the art chargers run on renewable energy. With our launch in Richmond Hill, we’re not just installing chargers—we’re supercharging communities, driving local economies, and accelerating electrification for cities.

“As more Canadians switch to EVs, our mission is to eliminate the barriers that would otherwise hold them back. With the support of forward-thinking partners like the City of Richmond Hill, we’re delivering infrastructure solutions that make the EV transition not just possible, but inevitable.”

These new charging stations in Richmond Hill are just the beginning, said JOLT, adding it plans to install up to 5,000 public DC fast chargers across Canada, with an integrated Digital Out-of-Home advertising network, which funds the free charging allocation. This platform allows municipalities and brand marketers to connect with the highly engaged communities in sustainable and creative ways.

Originating in Australia, JOLT has already made its mark as the largest free EV charging network across Australia, New Zealand, and the UK. Now, with its expansion into Canada, JOLT said it is poised to reshape the EV landscape across the country, ensuring that charging is accessible, equitable, and seamlessly integrated into daily routines.

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