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Inauguration of New Fast-Charging Stations at Coop IGA Trois-Pistoles

From left to right: Mr. Philippe Guilbert, Mayor of Trois-Pistoles – Mr. André Roy, Director of Coop IGA Trois-Pistoles supermarket – Ms. Marie Lefrançois-Huot, Executive Director of Croc-Ensemble des Basques – Ms. Myriam Charconnet, Executive Director of Papillons Infrastructure Nature – Mr. Yves Lebel, Political Attaché for the RCMs of Témiscouata and Les Basques and representative of Ms. Amélie Dionne, Minister and Member of the National Assembly for Rivière-du-Loup–Témiscouata – Mr. Paul Dumas, Representative of Mr. Maxime Blanchette-Joncas, Member of Parliament for Rimouski–La Matapédia.

Photo credit: Laurie Cardinal, Incontournable productions

Trois-Pistoles, September 17, 2025 — Papillons Infrastructure Nature, manager of the EcoCharge IGA network, and Coop IGA Trois-Pistoles supermarket are pleased to announce the commissioning of two new fast-charging stations in Trois-Pistoles. These new stations bring the total to 134 charging ports already deployed in the parking lots of 58 IGA grocery stores across Quebec and New Brunswick.

In addition to offering ultra-fast charging stations capable of reaching 200 kW and charging up to four vehicles simultaneously, the Trois-Pistoles charging site stands out for its inclusive design, with two universally accessible parking spaces. These new stations will increase the number of available charging points in key locations while meeting the growing expectations of users seeking reliable, accessible, and fast charging solutions while combining their visit with grocery shopping.

Beyond their environmental benefits, the EcoCharge IGA stations in Trois-Pistoles are also committed to the community: on the 22nd of every month, all revenues generated by these stations will be donated to the community organization Croc-Ensemble des Basques.

By the end of 2025, EcoCharge IGA will feature 15 additional sites and 60 new charging ports, proudly expanding the network to 162 ports across 66 sites!

This second phase of the EcoCharge IGA rollout is made possible thanks to $6,750,000 in financial support from the Government of Quebec under the Private Sector Support Program for the Deployment of Public Fast-Charging Stations, part of the 2030 Plan for a Green Economy.

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“At Papillons Infrastructure Nature, we firmly believe that the future of mobility depends on accessible, high-performance, and well-located infrastructure. With the installation of these new fast-charging stations in Trois-Pistoles, we are reinforcing our mission to make electromobility simple and efficient for everyone. By collaborating with visionary partners like IGA, we are accelerating the energy transition while making a positive impact on our local communities through the donations on the 22nd.” — Pierre Lussier, President and CEO, 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 recharge 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.” — André Roy, Director, Coop IGA Trois-Pistoles

About Papillons Infrastructure Nature

Founded by the co-founder of Earth Day Canada, Papillons Infrastructure Nature provides expertise in sustainable development to create innovative infrastructure solutions where durability and environmental responsibility are at the core of every project, helping to positively shape the world of tomorrow. EcoCharge is a program managed by Papillons Infrastructure Nature to accelerate the shift to electric vehicles by making life easier for EV drivers.

About the Fonds Éco IGA

The Fonds Éco IGA was established in 2008 by IGA merchants in Quebec, who contribute $1 million annually. It is managed by Earth Day, an organization that supports individuals and organizations in reducing their environmental impact. The Fonds Éco IGA funds practical projects focused, among other things, on waste management, food waste reduction, and sustainable mobility. Since its creation, it has helped finance numerous sustainable projects addressing local realities in communities across Quebec and New Brunswick.