A water bill is sent out every two months as a portion of your utility bill. Charges on your utility bill are broken down into the following sections.
- Basic minimum monthly charge (infrastructure fee) for all active utility accounts;
- Monthly fees for garbage collection;
- Monthly fees for residential recycling;
- Metered water consumption in cubic meters.
Rates
Utility rates cover the cost of water and wastewater utility operations including:
- Treatment
- Storage
- Pumping
- Distribution and collection systems
They also cover the costs of capital projects related to water quality, city growth and regulatory requirements and ensure rate fairness for all users.
| Residential – up to 4 Self-Contained Units | Multi-Family – > than 4 Self-Contained Units | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Base/Infrastructure rate for all active accounts |
$24.25 |
$50 |
$50 |
|
Recycling fee per unit |
$6 |
$6 |
|
|
Garbage fee per unit |
$13.00 |
$10.40 |
Metered water consumption charges include water and sewer services. Usage is the difference between the current meter reading and the reading from the previous invoice.
| Residential – up to 4 Self-Contained Units | Multi-Family – > than 4 Self-Contained Units | Commercial | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Rate / Cubic Meter (CM3) |
$3.66 |
$3.66 |
$3.66 |
For a complete list of rates refer to our Water & Sewer Rates Bylaw.