QSA's Week in Automotive (#6, 2024)
Canada's $18.6M EV charger investment; Burnaby's $3.7M cleantech boost; Auto theft reduction plan success; EV supply chain discussions in Ontario.
Start Date: 2024-11-09
End Date: 2024-11-15
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Canada Invests $18.6 Million in EV Charging Infrastructure
On November 12, 2024, the Canadian government announced an investment of $18.6 million to support 17 Zero-Emission Vehicle charging infrastructure projects across the country. This initiative, spearheaded by Natural Resources Canada, aims to install over 1,600 chargers in various locations, including public spaces and workplaces. The funding is part of the Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program, which seeks to address the lack of charging options as a barrier to EV adoption. Key beneficiaries include Baseload Power Corp. and SWTCH Energy, which will install numerous chargers in Ontario, Quebec, and British Columbia by 2025. This development is expected to significantly enhance the accessibility of charging stations for Canadian EV drivers.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca', 'Announcements: www.canada.ca']
