From left to right: Mr. Ahmed Douhou, Political Attaché to Ms. Marilyne Picard, Member of Parliament for Soulanges – Ms. Myriam Charconnet, Executive Director of Papillons Infrastructure Nature – Ms. Ashleigh Miller Saunders, Director of the IGA Famille Déziel Rigaud store – Mr. Charles Meunier, Mayor of Rigaud – Mr. Richard Lefebvre, General Manager of Café de la débrouille – Ms. Claudette Taillefer, Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors of Café de la débrouille
Photo credit: : © Mathieu B. Morin / mathieubmorin.com
Rigaud, February 12, 2026 — Papillons Infrastructure Nature, manager of the RechargÉco IGA network, and the IGA Famille Déziel Rigaud store announce the commissioning of two new fast charging stations in Rigaud. These new stations bring the total number of charging ports already deployed in the parking lots of 64 IGA grocery stores in Quebec and New Brunswick to 158.
In addition to offering ultra-fast charging stations capable of reaching 200kW and charging up to four vehicles simultaneously, the Rigaud charging site stands out for its universal design, offering accessible spaces for all types and sizes of vehicles. At a time when more and more companies are switching to electric vehicles and electric recreational vehicles are gaining popularity, this type of charging configuration, which is still rare in the public charging station sector, offers a real advantage. This innovation reflects Papillons Infrastructure Nature’s commitment to providing suitable charging devices, installed at the right time in strategic locations.
In addition to being committed to the environment, the RechargÉco IGA stations in Rigaud are also committed to the community: on the 22nd of each month, all revenue generated by these stations will be donated to the community organization Café de la débrouille.
By the end of 2026, RechargÉco IGA will be available at more than 80 grocery stores. It will have 20 additional sites and 80 new charging ports!
This second phase of RechargÉco IGA’s deployment is being carried out thanks to $6,750,000 in financial support from the Quebec government as part of the Private Sector Support Program for the Deployment of Public Fast Charging Stations, which stems from the 2030 Green Economy Plan.
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“At Papillons Infrastructure Nature, we firmly believe that the future of mobility depends on accessible, efficient, and well-located infrastructure. With the installation of these new fast-charging stations in Rigaud, we are reinforcing our mission to make electric mobility simple and efficient for everyone. By collaborating with visionary partners such as IGA, we are accelerating the energy transition while having a positive impact on our local communities through donations from 22.” — Pierre Lussier, President and CEO of Papillons Infrastructure Nature.
“The addition of charging stations in our supermarket parking lot is excellent news and represents a real opportunity for our customers, allowing them to easily charge their vehicles while shopping in a convenient and accessible setting. We are proud to be at the forefront of the network’s expansion, one more step toward a greener future.” — Ms. Ashleigh Miller Saunders, Store Manager, IGA Famille Déziel Rigaud.
About Papillons Infrastructure Nature
Launched by the co-founder of Earth Day Canada, Papillons Infrastructure Nature offers expertise in sustainable development to create innovative material solutions where sustainability and environmental responsibility are at the heart of every project, contributing positively to tomorrow’s world. RechargÉco is a program managed by Papillons Infrastructure Nature to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles by making life easier for electric vehicle drivers.
About Fonds Éco IGA
The Fonds Éco IGA was founded in 2008 by IGA merchants in Quebec, who contribute $1 million annually. It is managed by Jour de la Terre, an organization that helps individuals and organizations reduce their impact on the environment. The IGA Eco Fund finances concrete projects focused on, among other things, waste management, food waste, and sustainable mobility. Since its creation, it has financed numerous sustainable projects that respond to the realities of communities in all regions of Quebec and New Brunswick.
Press Contact
Benoit Collet
Papillons Infrastructure Nature
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