Toronto’s Green P will offer free electric‑vehicle charging at all its stations citywide from April 20‑24, 2026, during Earth Week.[1]

The initiative aims to boost EV adoption — a key goal as the city targets a 30% reduction in transport emissions by 2030. By removing the cost barrier for a full week, officials hope to encourage more drivers to switch to electric models and to showcase the practicality of the existing charging network.

Green P operates more than 500 charging stations scattered across Toronto’s neighbourhoods, from downtown office towers to suburban community centres.[2] According to a recent network analysis, nearly 80% of Torontonians live within five kilometres of a Green P charger, making the service one of the most accessible public‑EV infrastructures in North America.[3] Drivers simply need to locate a Green P station using the city’s mobile app, tap their RFID card or app‑based payment method, and the electricity will be delivered at no charge for the duration of Earth Week.

While the electricity is free, standard parking fees still apply to the space where the vehicle is parked, ensuring that the program does not disrupt revenue streams for the authority.[4] The policy underscores a balanced approach: encouraging sustainable travel without compromising the city’s ability to maintain and expand its parking and charging assets.

The free‑charging week arrives as Canada’s federal government rolls out new incentives for zero‑emission vehicle purchases and as Ontario’s electric‑vehicle sales climb 15% year over year. Toronto’s move aligns with these broader policy signals, positioning the city as a leader in municipal climate action and providing a real‑world test of demand for publicly funded charging incentives.

Looking ahead, Green P officials say the Earth Week trial will inform future pricing models, including possible discounted‑rate evenings or weekend promotions. If uptake proves strong, the authority could consider expanding the free‑charging concept to other environmental observances, further embedding EV readiness into the urban fabric.

“Free charging is available at every Green P station across Toronto.”

The free‑charging week demonstrates how municipal agencies can leverage existing infrastructure to accelerate electric‑vehicle adoption without major new spending, signaling to other cities that short‑term incentives can be an effective climate‑action tool.