Following last summer's consultation with stakeholders, Measurement Canada has put in place a temporary dispensation program to address the continued use and oversight of unapproved electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) already deployed in the Canadian marketplace.
You will find below links to all the relevant documentation on the program, including the temporary dispensation document which sets out the program's terms and conditions, a guidance document for applicants, the application form and frequently asked questions.
Temporary dispensation for level 1 and level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment (modified on September 22, 2023)
A permission granted to owners of level 1 and level 2 EVSE that are used in commercial applications and already deployed in the Canadian marketplace to continue to use those meters for the purpose of obtaining the basis of a charge for electricity, subject to conditions which will help ensure that such charges are based on accurate measurement.
Temporary dispensation for level 1 and level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment used in non-commercial applications
A permission granted to owners of level 1 and level 2 EVSE that are used in non‑commercial applications and already deployed in the Canadian marketplace, to continue to use those meters for the purpose of obtaining the basis of a charge for electricity subject to conditions which will help ensure that such charges are based on accurate measurement.
Temporary dispensation for level 3+ electric vehicle supply equipment
A permission granted to owners of level 3+ EVSE already deployed in the Canadian marketplace to continue to use those meters for the purpose of obtaining the basis of a charge for electricity, subject to conditions which will help ensure that such charges are based on accurate measurement.
Guidance on applying for a temporary dispensation for level 1, level 2 and level 3+ electric vehicle supply equipment
A guidance document to help applicants in complying with the terms and conditions of the dispensation and includes application instructions as well as a link to the application form.
Application for temporary dispensation – electric vehicle supply equipment (PDF, 209KB, 3 pages)
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The application form that owners seeking a temporary dispensation for level 1, level 2 and level 3+ EVSE are required to complete.
Frequently asked questions – Temporary dispensation program for electric vehicle supply equipment
A list of the questions most often asked regarding the EVSE temporary dispensation program and the answers to those questions.