The Canadian Electric Vehicle Awards Program is a joint initiative between Plug’n Drive and Electricity Canada.
Launched in 2014, the program currently features four award categories recognizing the leading dealerships, electricity companies, and EV advocates promoting the adoption of EVs in Canada and making positive contributions to a clean energy future.
On an annual basis, entries are evaluated by an external judging committee comprised of Canadian EV experts drawn from industry, non-profit organizations, government, and the media.
CAA has been a proud sponsor of the Canadian Electric Vehicle Awards Program since inception.
Congratulations to the Electric Vehicle Network and PowerON Energy Solutions, our 2024 Canadian EV Awards winners!
Congratulations to the Electric Vehicle Network, this year’s recipient of the Mike Brigham Used Electric Vehicle Dealership Award!
The Electric Vehicle Network was founded in Mississauga, ON, in 2018 by Darryl Croft and Johnny Beckett.
“We believe that the path to a more sustainable future depends not only on improving electric transportation itself, but making EVs easy, accessible, and affordable – for anyone.” – Darryl Croft, Co-Founder of EV Network.
Congratulations to PowerON Energy Solutions, this year’s recipient of the Tom Mitchell Electric Vehicle Leadership Award!
PowerON is a subsidiary of OPG at the forefront of transit and commercial fleet electrification.
“Many years ago, while leading our parent company OPG, Tom [Mitchell] had the vision to see our electric future. Today, both OPG and PowerON continue Tom’s legacy as we work to electrify life in one generation.” – Keegan Tully, PowerON President and CEO.
Read the media release announcing the 2024 winners | Communiqué de presse en français
Leading Electric Vehicle Dealership
Awarded to Canadian car dealerships excelling in the sale and promotion of new fully electric or plug-in hybrid electric cars powered entirely or in part by Canada’s clean and reliable electricity.
Mike Brigham Used Electric Vehicle Dealership
Awarded to Canadian car dealerships excelling in the sale and promotion of used fully electric or plug-in hybrid electric cars that are powered entirely or in part by Canada’s clean and reliable electricity.
This award is delivered in honour of Mike Brigham, an environmental advocate and philanthropist supporting many different environmental causes, with a special focus on climate change. He believes strongly in the role EVs can play in decarbonizing transportation. He has generously supported Clean Air Partnership to fund a variety of initiatives in collaboration with Plug’n Drive including the Used EV and Scrappage incentive programs.
Tom Mitchell Electric Vehicle Leadership Award
Awarded to Canadian electricity companies demonstrating outstanding leadership in the promotion or advancement of electric vehicle adoption.
This award is delivered in honour of Tom Mitchell, who served as the President and CEO of Ontario Power Generation (OPG) from 2009 to 2015. His legacy includes significant advancement of OPG’s clean and renewable energy projects. It was his leadership and vision that made Plug’n Drive possible.
Electric Vehicle Awareness Award
Awarded to Canadian non-governmental organizations (NGOs), charities, or community groups demonstrating outstanding leadership in the promotion or advancement of electric vehicle adoption in a given year.
Benefits of Winning!
- Recognition as a Canadian Leader in the electric vehicle industry.
- Recognition in a national and local news release.
- Recognition on the websites and social media channels of Plug’n Drive, Electricity Canada, CAA, and Electric Mobility Canada.
- A trophy showcasing your contribution to a lower-carbon future.
- Up to $1,000 in travel expenses for one representative to attend the Awards Lunch at EVVE2024 in Halifax.
- A free Daily Pass to EVVE 2024 for September 12.
Judging Committee
Plug’n Drive and Electricity Canada thank the members of the Judging Committee for enthusiastically supporting the cause of EV adoption in Canada. The Annual EV Awards Program depends on the expertise and support of this qualified group of volunteers. Members of the Judging Committee are appointed by Plug’n Drive and Electricity Canada. Judging Committee composition may change periodically without notice.
Michael Bettencourt
Award-Winning Freelance Journalist and Communications Consultant
Michael Bettencourt is an award-winning automotive journalist, has owned an EV for more than 12 years now (both BEV and PHEV) and regularly reports on and test drives the latest electric vehicles for various news outlets in Canada and the U.S. He regularly scores and ranks all manner of electrified vehicles for the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC) Electric Car and Truck/Utility of the Year programs, plus deep dives into the latest technical vehicle developments for AJAC’s Technology of the Year awards. He has been a member of the expert judging panel for the Canadian EV Awards Program since inception.
Nino Di Cara
Founder and President | Electric Autonomy Canada
Nino Di Cara is a passionate believer in electrification and the benefits that technology will bring to our future mobility. He is regularly sought after for comment by media including Global News, CBC, Fast Company, Globe & Mail and others. Nino is a past president of the National Media Awards Foundation and the recipient of the EV Society’s 2020 Howard Hutt Award for Excellence in the Advancement of Electric Transportation.
Ian Jack
Vice-President, Public Affairs | CAA
Ian Jack is a public affairs strategist with extensive knowledge in advocacy and communications gained through 30+ years of experience in national journalism and public service, with a focus on automotive issues. He has been a member of the expert judging panel for the Canadian EV Awards Program since inception.
Joanna Kyriazis
Director, Public Affairs | Clean Energy Canada
Joanna Kyriazis works to develop and promote policies aimed at addressing climate change while fostering clean growth, with a particular focus on clean transportation. Joanna’s role involves connecting with thought leaders, industry stakeholders, and policymakers to advance the adoption of electric vehicles and other clean energy initiatives. Before joining Clean Energy Canada, she worked as a management consultant, advising businesses on climate risks and opportunities, and as a lawyer, providing guidance on climate and energy law.
Julia Muggeridge
Vice-President, Communications and Sustainability | Electricity Canada
Julia Muggeridge is responsible for Electricity Canada’s communications department, overseeing strategic communications planning, public affairs, marketing, events as well as social, digital and traditional media relations on behalf of the organization and its members. She is also responsible for the Sustainability program which promotes member ESG efforts.
