Since 2011, the Province of British Columbia has invested more than $650 million to support residents of the region toward adopting zero-emission vehicles such as Teslas.
A recently published report from the Province titled “Zero-Emission Vehicle Update 2024” shows that, as a result of this strong government support, British Columbia remains a leader in the adoption of electric cars in Canada.
Despite warnings of waning interest in the market, there are now nearly 200,000 zero-emission vehicles driving on B.C. roads, the report finds, up markedly from 5,000 in 2016.
“As we work toward a cleaner, more sustainable future, British Columbia continues to be a leader in the charge to zero-emission vehicles adoption,” Minister Adrian Dix states in the report. “Thanks to our investments and commitments, we are seeing tangible progress.”
Over 44,000 were registered in 2024, the nation’s second-highest uptake.
“The momentum is clear,” Dix believes. “British Columbians are embracing ZEVs and with continued investments and collaboration we are on the road to a cleaner, more sustainable future.”
These 200K vehicles are powered by 7,000 charging stations across the province, many of which are along the “Electric Highway.”
“We have already made great strides, including the completion of B.C.’s Electric Highway—a network of public fast-charging stations along all major highways and key roadways,” Dix said.
By 2030, the Province wants to reach 10,000 charging stations, according to its “CleanBC Roadmap to 2030” plan.
“Investing in EV infrastructure is our next major focus,” says Dix. “Looking ahead, we will continue to build out charging infrastructure in urban, rural, and remote communities to ensure every British Columbian has access to reliable, convenient EV charging.”