Community Energy Association

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Charge North EV Charging Network

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EV Travel from Trails to Trees to Seas

Charge North is developing a reliable and robust electric vehicle (EV) station network, including both DCFC stations (approximately 30-40 minutes to charge vehicle) and Level 2 stations (approximately 4 hours to charge vehicle). DCFCs allow EVs to travel long distances - they are key to getting EV drivers into the region. Levels 2s can direct how and where visitors spend their time and money while in your community. They provide important back up to DCFC stations and ensure all types of EVs have access to public charging.
Charge North is made possible by extensive collaboration between over 40 local governments and the Community Energy Association (CEA) as project facilitator. General project oversight is provided by an Advisory Committee comprised of representatives from each of the six regional districts and Northern BC Tourism Association.

Community Energy Association Role

CEA Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Facilitate collaboration between 43 local governments
  • Project management, including sourcing funding
  • Public education and outreach
  • Media relations
  • Car dealership engagement

Charge North Advisory Committee

AC Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Represent community level interests and act as liaison for the communities
  • Communicate information to Boards and members
  • Review and provide input on project collateral/public materials
  • Advise on project direction and decisions
  • Connect CEA with relevant stakeholders, including relevant Indigenous communities
  • Bring forward project concerns and opportunities
  • Provide support in securing capital for future EV station deployment