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Tesla Properties in Canada Targeted in Escalating Vandalism and Arson Attacks

Incidents in Vancouver, Calgary, and Hamilton highlight political motivations and strained public perception of Tesla in Canada.

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Police vehicles are seen at Calgary Police Service headquarters in Calgary on April 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
A police vehicle is shown at Calgary Police Service headquarters in Calgary, Alta., Thursday, April 9, 2020.
A Tesla Cybertruck and other Telsla vehicles sit at a dealership in Kennesaw, Ga., on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Overview

  • Hamilton Police are investigating the vandalism of over 80 Tesla vehicles, including deep scratches and punctured tires, at a service center on March 19.
  • Calgary Police believe two Tesla vehicle fires, set days apart at a charging station and storage lot, were intentionally caused using accelerants and are connected.
  • Vancouver Police have recorded eight politically motivated vandalism incidents against Tesla dealerships since January 1, including a recent arrest for spray-painting obscenities.
  • Authorities in all three cities are actively reviewing CCTV footage and seeking public assistance to identify suspects involved in these incidents.
  • The backlash against Tesla in Canada is linked to Elon Musk’s political affiliations and paused EV incentives, alongside broader economic and political tensions with the U.S.