Free event provides information on electric vehicles and new Ivy Level 2 Chargers

HALTON HILLS, ON – Learn about electric vehicles (EV) and local charging stations at a free event on Saturday, September 18, in the parking lot of Mold-Masters SportsPlex, 221 Guelph Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Entitled an ‘EV Extravaganza’, the rain or shine initiative is a collaboration amongst the Town, Plug’n Drive, Halton Hills Hydro and SouthWestern Energy. The event promises to provide residents everything they need to know about owning and operating an electric vehicle with EV displays, free test drives (with a valid driver’s licence) and information booths.

“With around 49 per cent of local greenhouse gas emissions coming from transportation, the EV event is a great way to learn how electric vehicles can help achieve our goal of becoming a carbon-neutral community,” said Mayor Rick Bonnette.

More information about the EV event and the Town’s climate change initiatives.

Residents will also be interested to know that the local EV network has expanded! A partnership between the municipality and Ivy Charging Network saw the installation of six new EV chargers in Halton Hills. “We know we need the infrastructure in place to change behaviours and encourage the purchase of electric-powered vehicles, so I am very pleased to advise that we now have 26 EV chargers available to the public,” said the Mayor.

The Ivy Charging Network Level 2 EV charging locations include: Dominion Gardens, Georgetown Fairgrounds, the Robert C. Austin Operations Centre, Halton Hills Headquarters Fire Station, the Edith Street parking lot and the Willow Street parking lot. Subscribe to the Electric Vehicle web page for ongoing news and updates.

Ivy Charging Network is a joint partnership between Hydro One and Ontario Power Generation (OPG), working to build Ontario’s largest, most connected EV fast-charger network. Ivy Park & Charge level 2 charging is offered in partnership with municipalities and businesses and provides destination based charging for drivers not in a rush. Ivy is making charging easy, reliable and seamless with a dedicated app, 24/7 customer service, accessible locations with nearby amenities and easy payment options.

“We are excited to partner with the Town of Halton Hills to increase the accessibility of EV charges in the community and further support their transition to a cleaner future,” said Jesika Briones, General Manager, Ivy Charging Network. “Ivy’s reliable and wide reaching network coverage will help EV drivers travel with confidence and ease to the places that matter most.” 

As previously announced, Natural Resources Canada also provided support through its Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program.

About the Town of Halton Hills

The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.

Visit the Town of Halton Hills website 

About Ivy Charging Network:

Ivy Charging Network is building Ontario’s largest and most connected electric vehicle network through its Charge & Go level 3 network. The company opened its first Charge & Go location in 2019 and once complete, will connect Ontario from north to south and east to west. Ivy Park & Charge level 2 charging, offered in partnership with municipalities and businesses, provides destination based charging for drivers not in a rush. Each Charge & Go and Park & Charge location has multiple chargers all while making charging easy, reliable and seamless. Ivy Charging Network is a joint venture between Hydro One and Ontario Power Generation with additional funding provided by Natural Resources Canada.

More information can be found at ivycharge.com.

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