The demand for electric vehicles (EVs)

In an effort to embrace environmentally friendly technology and accommodate the demand for electric vehicles (EVs), the City of Cold Lake embarked on a forward-thinking initiative in 2022.

With a resounding budget approval of $250,000, the City laid the groundwork for the installation of two electric vehicle (EV) chargers within the community. This central move, backed by $150,000 from municipal funds and a $100,000 grant from the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program administered by Natural Resources Canada’s Clean Fuels Branch, signalled a step toward fostering the sustainable transportation alternative.

The installation of two 100 kW DC Fast chargers at key locations – City Hall and the Energy Centre front parking lots – is now complete. The units are on track and are now operational.

Due to the completion of the project, Cold Lake’s administration undertook measures to establish a structured user fee system. Extensive research culminated in the drafting of Policy No. 231-OP-23, the Electric Vehicle Charging Station User Fee Policy

32A 7KW Type 1 AC Wall Mounted EV Charging Cable