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Canada and British Columbia Invest in Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in Surrey
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Victoria, BC, January 27, 2021--(T-Net)--The Government of Caanada and the Province of BC have announced new funding this week for the Clean Surrey Electric Vehicle Charging Network project.
The Government of Canada is investing $274,054 in this project through the Green Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada plan. The Government of British Columbia is contributing $228,356 through the CleanBC Communities Fund, part of the Investing in Canada plan's Green Infrastructure Stream. The City of Surrey is contributing $182,727 to the project.
The project involves installing approximately 40 dual-port, level-2, electric vehicle charging stations at 10 community centres, recreation centres and pools across the city. Expanding the charging network will address gaps in the current network and increase access to clean energy transportation options. The project will also create jobs and strengthen the local economy now while promoting sustainable growth and a healthier environment.
These are among 240 other electric vehicle charging stations being installed across B.C. thanks to more than $5.7 million in federal funding, and more than $1.7 million in provincial funding through the Green Infrastructure Stream, the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program, the Electric Vehicle and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Deployment Initiative, and the CleanBC Go Electric Program.
"Canada is focused on building the infrastructure needed for the trillion-dollar clean economy. Today's investment in charging stations for electric vehicles will help people in Surrey and the surrounding area choose cleaner, lower carbon vehicles in the years ahead. As Canadians move to cleaner vehicles, our economy will grow, we will create more good jobs, attract investment, manufacture next generation vehicles, and create clean technology solutions here at home." said Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities.
"People in Surrey and around the province are increasingly choosing electric as the clean and lower-cost option to travel. CleanBC is delivering more charging stations and contributing to stronger, healthier communities as we rebuild and recover from COVID-19. By working together with all levels of government, we're making electric vehicles even more convenient for people who are looking for a better driving experience, lower costs on fuel and maintenance, and zero pollution." stated George Heyman, B.C. Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy Government.
"We're working with our federal partners to make sure we can meet the increasing demand for electric vehicles and accompanying infrastructure across Canada. By expanding the EV charging network in Surrey and across the province, we're creating good jobs for British Columbians, making it easier for drivers to charge up and putting B.C. on the road to a clean energy future." continued Bruce Ralston, B.C. Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation.
"Increasing the supply of public charging ports within the city will give residents greater assurance to drive and own electric vehicles, helping Surrey move towards a more sustainable future. I'd like to thank the federal and provincial governments for their partnership and funding on these projects, as we work together to build back a cleaner and better B.C." concluded Doug McCallum, Mayor of Surrey.
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Associated links
Investing in Canada Plan Project Map
http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/gmap-gcarte/index-eng.html
Federal infrastructure investments in British Columbia
https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/investments-2002-investissements/bc-eng.html
Government of British Columbia's CleanBC plan
https://cleanbc.gov.bc.ca/
CleanBC Communities Fund
www.gov.bc.ca/cleanbc-communities-fund
Investing in Canada infrastructure program in B.C.
www.gov.bc.ca/Investing-in-Canada-Infrastructure-Program
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