The City of Thompson’s Level 3 electric vehicle charger has been installed and connected to the electrical system at the Thompson Regional Community Centre.

Before it can start powering up EV batteries, however, it has to pass an inspection by Manitoba Hydro, which could happen as early as this week.

Then the unit can be powered up, though it won’t be available for use until it is commissioned and training on its use provided by Eco-West.

The charger was purchased through a partnership between the City of Thompson and the provincial government, which both contributed $20-thousand.
Eco-West Canada will also pay up to $50-thousand and there was a private donation of $6-thousand.

The City of Thompson has not yet determined if the charger, located in the visitor parking section near the south entrance to the TRCC, will be available at no cost or on a pay-per-use basis.