Published: September 26, 2025 @ 3:30 p.m.
The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield is pleased to announce the installation of five (5) new public Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations, made possible through funding from the Aviva Canada Charged for Change Program, presented in partnership with Earth Day Canada.
The 5 new charging stations are now operational the following locations:
1 at the Brundage Point River Centre, 4 Ferry Road. This supplements the existing Level 2 charging station at this location.
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4 near the Saint John Transit bus stop adjacent to the River Valley Community Centre, 741 River Valley Drive.
The EV charging stations rate is $1.50 per hour.
This initiative supports the Town’s Strategic Priority of Infrastructure and Climate Adaptation and aligns with the Community Climate Adaptation Plan, aimed at enhancing sustainability and environmental responsibility in the region.
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“The Town of Grand Bay-Westfield extends appreciation to the Charged for Change Program for providing funding for these public Level 2 Electric Vehicle charging stations. This funding directly supports our efforts to reduce emissions and provide cleaner transportation options for both residents and visitors.” – Mayor Brittany Merrifield
“We are thrilled to have been able to support the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield with this project to bring EV infrastructure to residents and visitors alike! Aviva Canada and Earth Day Canada are committed to helping build a more sustainable future and one way of doing it is by taking steps to address the greenhouse gas emissions coming from the transportation sector and help accelerate the EV transition.” – Earth Day Canada
About Earth Day Canada
Earth Day Canada is a national charitable organization with a mission to help people, municipalities, and organizations to reduce their environmental footprint. They accomplish this mission by providing programming and educational activities year-round, that are rooted in science and focus on awareness and impact. Through their annual campaign leading up to Earth Day on April 22, Earth Day Canada aims to educate and activate the environmental movement across the nation.
