Welcome to the EnergyRates.ca EV charging networks table. Here you’ll find a list of the top EV charger networks in Canada, including FLO, Ivy and ChargePoint. You’ll also find information on the pricing models used, rates charged, connector types supported, and the locations served by each network.
Charging network | Areas served | Billing model used | Rate charged | Connector Types supported | Membership benefits/perks | Network website |
| Canada wide | Time-based billing | Rates vary by location, charger speed, and charging site | J1772 for Level 2 charging CHAdeMO & CCS connectors for Level 3 | Network roaming 24/7 driver support | ; |
| Ontario, with select locations in Québec | For Fast charging: kWh billing For Level 2 charging: time-based billing | Fast charging: $0.62-$0.69/kWh Level 2: set by site host. Estimated between $0.40/kWh up to $5.00/kWh | J1772 for Level 2 charging CHAdeMO &CCS connectors for Level 3 | N/A | ; |
| Canada wide | kWh-based billing | Rates vary by location | J1772 connectors for Level 2 charging CHAdeMO &CCS connectors for Level 3 | Network Roaming | ; |
| B.C., Alberta, Ontario, Québec, and New Brunswick. Select locations in Saskatchewan and Nova Scotia | Both kWh and time-based billing | For Guest and Pass members: 1-350kw is $0.57/minute For Pass+ members: 1-90kw is $0.21/minute. 1-350 kW is $0.44/minute | J1772 connectors for Level 2 charging CHAdeMO &CCS connectors for Level 3 charging | Pass+ members save up to 20% on charging | ; |
| Canada wide | Time-based billing | Rates vary by location. They are set by the station owner or associated roaming partner | J1772 connectors for Level 2 charging CHAdeMO & CCS connectors for Level 3 charging CCS & NACS for Tesla Level 3 charging | Unified access & network roaming | ; |
| Canada wide | kWh-based pricing | Free rate for Tesla owners Rates set by site owners | NACS & J1772 connectors for Level 2 charging NACS connectors for Level 3 charging | Free charging rates for Tesla owners | ; |
| Québec and New Brunswick | kWh-based pricing | Day rate in Québec: $0.49/kWh Night rate in Québec: $0.39/kWh | CHAdeMO & CCS connectors for Level 3 charging | $10 credit when you join the network Access to exclusive benefits | ; |
*Note: The rates charged column lists public EV charging rates only. Information on EV charging networks and home charging costs is listed below.
FLO is one of the largest EV charging networks in Canada. It has approximately 100,000 plus charging stations on its network, installed in private, public, and residential locations. IVY is another Canadian EV charging network with a strong presence in Ontario and Québec.
Level 1 chargers can be easily installed in your home. All you have to do is mount the charger to a wall and plug it into a regular wall socket. A Level 2 charge is best installed by a licensed electrician, as they are high-voltage appliances and can be dangerous if installed incorrectly. Level 3 chargers are not recommended for homes. They draw a significant amount of power and are primarily found at public stations.
For more information on installing an EV charger in your home, check out our detailed guide.
As we noted earlier, home EV charging is billed through your home electricity rate. In other words, there is no set rate charged by the charging network. Instead, the cost of home charging is based on your residential electricity rate. For example, a driver on Ontario’s Ultra-Low Overnight plan would see lower charging costs between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m. when the rate is lower (3.9¢/kWh as of 2026) than during peak times.
For public charging, costs will depend on the pricing model used and the specific rate set by station owners.
There are three charging connector types in Canada:
- NACS (North American Charging Standard): Also known as the Tesla charging standard and SAE J3400. The NACS is primarily used by Tesla models; however, Ford, GM, and Rivian have started using the NACS port in their EV models, starting in 2026.
- SAE J-1772: The standard option for Level 1 and Level 2 charging for non-Tesla EVs. Tesla models can use J-1772 connectors with an adapter
- CCS (Combined Charging Standard): Uses the J-1772 connector with two DC Fast Charging pins. The CCS is considered the industry standard for Level 3 DC Fast Charging. It is not compatible with Tesla vehicles.
CHAdeMO connectors were one of the first DC fast charging plug types available. While it is commonly used in Japan (where it was initially developed), CHAdeMO plugs are slowly being phased out internationally in favour of the CCS connector. They are still sometimes found in Canada at DC Fast Charging stations, but the CCS connector is becoming more common.
For public charging, becoming a member is not a requirement with most EV charging networks. Any driver can access and use a network’s charge as a guest, free of charge. However, network memberships can come with perks like discounted charging rates and roaming access to other networks.
There are multiple apps you can use to access and pay for charging across multiple networks; however, there is no single app that covers every network in Canada. Here are some examples:
- ChargeHub: connects drivers to over 265,000 charging stations in Canada and the United States. You can use pay for charging sessions with any network through the in-app wallet.
- EVConnect: provides access to a large network of commercial and public EV charging stations. Users can pay via credit card or other digital payment methods through the app. Drivers can also contact EVConnect’s support team 24/7.
- PlugShare: While they are known for their EV charging map, PlugShare’s app allows drivers to access, use, and pay for charging sessions with several networks. The Pay with PlugShare works at participating locations.
In addition, drivers can use an RFID card to pay for charging sessions. They are contactless smart cards, commonly used for access control, identity verification, and cashless payments. Most charging networks support RFID payment for their stations.
