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Electric Avenue Launches Updated Contractor Incentive Program

September 3, 2026

Electric Avenue has increased their residential EV charger incentive just went from $50 to $300.

Electric Avenue has announced an updated Contractor Incentive Program with more money on the table for eligible EV charger installations.

Here’s what’s changed:

Residential Level 2: $50 → $300 per eligible install
Commercial Level 2: $200 → $300 per eligible install

There’s one important step to get started: get certified.

Through Electric Avenue University, contractors can complete a short online course covering the installation and commissioning of Level 2 charging stations.

Once certified, you’ll receive:

A certificate and digital badge
A listing as a certified installer on our website
Eligibility to enrol in the Contractor Incentive Program

Get certified. Get found. Get rewarded.

Learn more about Electric Avenue University and the Contractor Incentive Program

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Delta Transformers Appoints New Representative in Ontario

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Former Electrical Contractor Principal Arrested Following ESA Referral to Police

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Federal Government Announces $2 billion Investment to Deliver One Million Home Retrofits Across Canada

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FCM and the Government of Canada Announce $66.3 M in 162 Energy Efficient Housing Projects

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MacKinnon Magnetics Partners with Adanac Sales in BC and Yukon

October 5, 2026 MacKinnon Magnetics is excited to welcome Adanac Sales LLP as their new sales agency partner representing British Columbia and Yukon! The Adanac team brings industry expertise, strong local relationships, and a commitment to supporting customers – qualities that make Mackinnon Magnetics excited about what they can build together. “This partnership marks another…

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Government of Canada Introduces Legislation to Transform how Canada Builds

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