Sep 19th, 2025

Green Corner:  Plug into OCH and Arriv’s Electric-Vehicle Car Sharing Program 

On Sept. 18, OCH expanded its electric vehicle car share program in the ARRIV Properties community of Mikinàk, with two new electric cars – a Kia Niro and Hyundai Kona. The program is supported by a $250,000 grant from RBC and the OCH Foundation, in partnership with Communauto. 

Did you know?  

OCH has offered an electric-vehicle car share in the ARRIV properties community at Mosaïq – 811 Gladstone since 2022. It is also available in four neighbouring communities: 22 and 28 Balsam St., 865 Gladstone Ave. and 280 Rochester St.  

The car share program is operated by Communauto, which means anyone with an account has access to more than 200 vehicles across the city.  

What are the benefits of a car share program? 

Car sharing gives you access to a vehicle when you need one – without the cost of car repairs, insurance, or maintenance.  
 
✔️ Book ahead or on the go  
✔️ Use the gas card if the tank is low  
✔️ Return the car to the same station  
✔️ Extend your booking in the app  
✔️ Roadside assistance included 

✔️Parking perks included.    

How does it work? 

 ✔️ Book online, in the app, or by phone 1-855-742-7399 
✔️ Pay only for the time and distance you drive  
✔️ Fuel, insurance, and maintenance are included  

OCH tenants receive an exclusive $60 discount to help get started.  

 What you’ll need to sign up:  

• A valid Ontario G or G2 driver’s license  

• A 3-year driving record (Communauto can request it for you)  

• A valid credit card  

• A clean driving and credit history  

Visit ontario.communauto.com to join. Your OCH address will be verified during the process.