Smart EV Charging Solutions in Ottawa and Beyond – How DNSnetworks Helps Property Owners Boost Tenant Satisfaction & Revenue
Are your properties ready to meet the soaring demand for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations? EVs aren’t just the future, they’re already here, changing how businesses and property owners across Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver to attract and retain tenants.
Offering scalable and reliable EV charging solutions is no longer optional; it’s an essential strategy to boost property value, increase tenant satisfaction, generate additional revenue streams, and meet critical sustainability goals.
In this blog, you’ll discover exactly how DNSnetworks can enhance your property with fully integrated, streamlined EV charging solutions, from planning to deployment and beyond.
Why EV Charging Is Now a Strategic Asset for Property Owners
EV Adoption Trends and Market Expectations
The Canadian EV market is accelerating quickly, especially in urban centres like Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver. Governments in both Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia have ramped up incentives for EV adoption, making these cities significant hubs for electric vehicle users seeking convenient, accessible charging.
Key Benefits of EV Charging for Commercial Properties
Here’s how EV charging stations can significantly enhance your property:
- Boosted Property Value: Modern amenities attract higher-paying tenants.
- Increased Tenant Retention: Reliable EV charging creates long-term tenant satisfaction.
- Revenue Generation: Monetize EV charging through pay-per-use or subscription models.
- Sustainability Compliance: Meet corporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) targets effortlessly.
Competitive Differentiation in Real Estate and Commercial Leasing
As tenants increasingly factor sustainability and amenities into their leasing decisions, properties equipped with EV infrastructure stand out. How well does your property currently stack up against competitors in this critical area?
Take Action: Book a consultation today to learn more about our smart EV charging solutions.
What DNSnetworks Offers: End-to-End EV Charging Solutions
Overview of Our Smart EV Charging Architecture
DNSnetworks provides scalable cloud-based EV infrastructure solutions, fully integrated with IoT systems, existing building management systems (BMS), and energy efficiency platforms. Whether your property is located in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto, or Vancouver, our resilient and secure architecture adapts seamlessly.
Key Features of Our Solution
- Smart Load Balancing: Optimizes energy use without compromising performance.
- Remote Monitoring & Diagnostics: Ensures consistent uptime and rapid troubleshooting.
- Custom Billing Integration: Provides transparency and convenience for tenants.
- Multi-Vendor Charger Compatibility: Flexible solutions aligned with Open-Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) standards.
Client-Specific Adaptability
Our modular solutions grow alongside your business, easily scaling from a handful of chargers to extensive multi-location installations, accommodating diverse property types:
- Mixed-use complexes
- High-density residential buildings
- Commercial parking facilities
Take Action: Ready to future-proof your property? Contact DNSnetworks now to explore tailored solutions.
Deployment Phases
1. Assessment & Network Design
We start by evaluating the technical and software-related requirements of your property to ensure the best setup of EV charging hardware and system architecture. This phase includes load simulation modelling, compatibility reviews with on-site systems, and planning for efficient data and control flow, especially for multi-dwelling units (MDUs) and commercial properties.
2. Hardware Installation
We oversee the precise installation of charging hardware such as Liteon, implement edge servers for local processing, and ensure smooth integration with access control systems, providing secure and reliable operations.
3. Software Development
Our dedicated software team develops a custom React-based dashboard and middleware API, providing intuitive and responsive user interfaces that seamlessly connect with your existing management and billing systems.
4. Integration & Testing
We rigorously test all aspects of the deployment, including CDVI access control scenarios, billing simulations, and extensive RFID validations, to guarantee operational reliability and performance in real-world conditions.
5. Training & Handover
We then conduct comprehensive onsite and remote training sessions, equipping your property management teams and technical staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to efficiently manage and troubleshoot your new EV infrastructure.
6. Ongoing Maintenance
Our commitment extends well beyond initial deployment. We provide proactive, bi-yearly software maintenance, timely firmware updates, and remote diagnostics to ensure continuous and optimal system performance.
Take Action: Consider a session with out IT consultants and begin your EV charging project confidently. Schedule your initial assessment with DNSnetworks.
Technologies and Partners Behind Our EV Charging Solutions
Industry-Leading Hardware and Software Platforms
DNSnetworks partners with industry leaders to provide reliable hardware and intuitive cloud-based management software, ensuring robust performance across all your properties.
Custom API and Platform Integrations
Our technology integrates seamlessly with tenant-facing apps, building automation systems, and energy analytics platforms, enhancing user experience and simplifying management through automated reporting and proactive maintenance.
Take Action: Experience superior technology integration firsthand. Get a personalized technology demo.
Real Business Outcomes – Ottawa-Based Case Study Recap
Smart Building Infrastructure Deployment in Ottawa
DNSnetworks successfully implemented a Smart Building Infrastructure project for a premier Ottawa property, fully integrating EV charging with IoT (Internet of Things) and automation solutions. The project provided measurable results:
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction due to reliable, convenient charging.
- Streamlined billing and operational transparency.
- Significantly reduced energy consumption and costs.
Measurable Impacts
This Ottawa-based deployment proved the immense value of integrated EV solutions, offering:
- Higher property desirability
- Increased tenant retention
- Strengthened sustainability and ESG reporting
Take Action: Curious about real-world results? Read the full Ottawa case study here (Coming Soon).
Is Your Property EV-Ready? Let DNSnetworks Help
As EV adoption accelerates across Canada, properties without adequate EV infrastructure risk losing tenants and missing out on significant revenue opportunities. DNSnetworks’ expert team helps you through this critical transition with minimal risks.
Whether you’re upgrading commercial, residential, or mixed-use spaces, our experts ensure your EV charging systems stay online and secure.