Welcome to Nanaimo - Superstore, BC Hydro provides the following public EV charging services:
2 x DC Fast Chargers
Connector Types: CCS & CHAdeMO
Chargers can be activated using the BC Hydro EV App, QR code, or RFID Card.
For more information on the BC Hydro EV charging network and our available roaming partners, visit: bchydro.com/ev
If you require assistance activating your charging session, please contact our 24/7 Public Fast Charging Support Team at 1 866 338 3369.
Download the BC Hydro EV app by searching BC Hydro EV in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
This device is temporarily authorized to be used for the purpose of obtaining the basis of a charge for electricity, under terms and conditions established by Measurement Canada.
Level 3 Charging Station - $0.3609(CAD) per kWh + tax + Idle fee $0.40 per minute(5 mins grace period)
EV Charger Last used less than 24 hours ago
EV Charging Station Photos
EV Drivers Comments
Anonymous
BC Hydro
5 weeks ago
PRICING UPDATE: Please be advised that new rates will take effect on April 1st 2025:
DCFC: $0.3609 /kWh + GST + Idle fee: $0.40 per min after 5-minute grace period
L2: $0.2972 /kWh + GST (no idle fee)
Thank you for your patience and understanding
Anonymous
5 months ago
Chademo charger worked when I needed it. also good price on Sweet potatoes.
BC Hydro
6 months ago
POWER OUTAGE REPORTED: A Power Outage has been reported in the area and our Fast Charger may be currently unavailable. Please make this a consideration for travel plans in this area. Please view the outage map or list at http://www.bchydro.com/outages for details and updates.
cardoon
8 months ago
Charged successfully.
grant.w.bell
9 months ago
Charged successfully.
BC Hydro
9 months ago
TEMPORARY CCS CLOSURE (BC1-00287): Please be advised that this Fast Charger (BC1-00287) is temporarily closed for CCS repairs and will remain closed until repairs are complete. A Technician has been assigned. Thank you for your patience.
BC Hydro
12 months ago
UPCOMING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE: Please be advised that this Fast Charging Station will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, May 15th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM while crews complete equipment maintenance. Please make this a consideration for travel plans in this area as only one charger will be available during this time. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience
BC Hydro
2 years ago
PRICING UPDATE: Please be advised that effective May 1st, 2024, energy-based billing ($ per kWh) will apply at all of our public EV chargers. Level 2 charging will cost $0.2865/kWh and DC Charging for Fast Chargers rated 25 kW and higher will cost $0.3479/kWh. Please note that idle fees also come into effect at our Fast Chargers starting May 1st, 2024. Once your vehicle finishes charging, you'll have five minutes to disconnect before being charged a $0.40 per-minute idle fee. Thank you for your patience.
BC Hydro
2 years ago
REPAIRS COMPLETE (BC1-00272): Please be advised that CCS repairs have been completed and both Fast Chargers are fully operational. Thank you for your patience.
BC Hydro
2 years ago
TEMPORARY CLOSURE (BC1-00272): Please be advised that this Fast Charger (BC1-00272) is currently closed for repairs and will remain closed until repairs are completed. BC1-00287 remains operational. A Technician has been assigned. Thank you for your patience.