Best EV Charging Networks in Canada 2025: Complete Ranking
We compared reliability, coverage, pricing, and user experience of major charging networks in Canada. Here are the results.
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Best EV Charging Networks in Canada 2025: Complete Ranking
Charging infrastructure in Canada has exploded in recent years. Here's our ranking of the best networks.
State of the Canadian Network
In 2025, Canada has approximately 13,000 public charging stations, including over 2,500 DC fast chargers.
Our Evaluation Criteria
The 2025 Rankings
1. Tesla Supercharger ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The absolute benchmark
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 98%+ |
| Canada coverage | 200+ stations |
| Max speed | 250 kW |
| Price | $0.35-0.55/kWh |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
2. FLO ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
The Canadian champion
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 95% |
| Canada coverage | 1,000+ stations |
| Max speed | 350 kW (Ultra) |
| Price | $0.30-0.45/kWh |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
3. Petro-Canada Electric Highway ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The trans-Canada network
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 85% (improving) |
| Canada coverage | 100+ stations |
| Max speed | 350 kW |
| Price | $0.35-0.50/kWh |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
4. Electrify Canada ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Volkswagen partner
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 90% |
| Canada coverage | 70+ stations |
| Max speed | 350 kW |
| Price | $0.43/kWh (or $0.31 with Pass+) |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
5. Circuit électrique (Quebec) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Quebec network
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 92% |
| Quebec coverage | 5,500+ stations |
| Max speed | 100 kW |
| Price | Free (L2) to $0.27/min (DC) |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
6. ChargePoint ⭐⭐⭐½
The commercial network
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | Variable (80-95%) |
| Canada coverage | 2,000+ locations |
| Max speed | Variable |
| Price | Variable (set by owner) |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
7. Ivy Charging Network (Ontario) ⭐⭐⭐½
The ONroute network
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Reliability | 88% (improving) |
| Ontario coverage | 60+ stations |
| Max speed | 150 kW |
| Price | $0.40-0.45/kWh |
Strengths:
Weaknesses:
Notable Regional Networks
BC Hydro (British Columbia)
takeCHARGE (Newfoundland and Labrador)
Co-op (Saskatchewan)
Charging Cost Comparison
To charge a 60 kWh battery (10% → 80%):
| Network | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Supercharger (250 kW) | 20 min | $18-23 |
| FLO Ultra (350 kW) | 15 min | $15-20 |
| Electrify Canada (350 kW) | 15 min | $22-27 |
| Petro-Canada (150 kW) | 30 min | $18-25 |
| Circuit électrique (100 kW) | 40 min | $11-16 |
Essential Apps
1. PlugShare
The must-have! Crowdsourced with:
2. A Better Route Planner (ABRP)
For trip planning:
3. ChargeHub
Canadian aggregator:
Pro Tips
1. Arrive Between 10% and 20%
Charging is faster with a low battery.
2. Leave at 80%
Above 80%, speed drops drastically. Better to make two short stops than one long one.
3. Always Have a Plan B
Check that there's another station nearby in case of a faulty charger.
4. Sign Up for Major Networks
Download the apps and create accounts BEFORE you need to charge.
5. Take Advantage of Free Chargers
Many shopping centers, hotels, and businesses offer free L2 charging.
The Future: NACS in Canada
By 2026, most new EVs in Canada will use the NACS (Tesla) connector. This means:
Conclusion
For long trips: Tesla Supercharger or FLO Ultra
In Quebec: Circuit électrique for L2, Tesla or FLO for DC
In Ontario: Ivy Network (highways) + ChargePoint (city)
Cross-Canada: Petro-Canada + Tesla + FLO
The key? Charge at home 90% of the time and use public networks only for trips.
Last updated: July 2025. Networks evolve rapidly — check PlugShare for real-time status.
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