Notice of Municipal Rate Changes for Water, Wastewater and Recycling Services

2026 Water and Wastewater Service Rates

On March 16, 2026 Council gave third and final reading to By-Law #18-2026 Water and Wastewater Rates and Charges By-Law to repeal By-Law #66-2021. The charges set out in this By-Law take effect April 1, 2026.  A full breakdown of the charges can be found on the Drinking Water, Wastewater & Drainage page.

The base and consumption charges have increased. The debt repayment charge has been reduced. These charges are based on service size, please refer to By-Law #18-2026.

These changes are the result of a recent study conducted by Watson and Associates Economists Ltd. Please see the 2025 Water and Wastewater Rate Study project page for background information on this project.

If you have any questions, please contact the Financial Services Department at 519-235-0310 Ext. 233.

Recycling Rates

User Fees and Charges By-Law #77-2025, Schedule D - Environmental Service Fees, has been amended to eliminate residential recycling fees and amend ICI (Institutional, Commercial & Industrial) recycling fees from $47.68/yr to $71.40/bin/yr effective March 1, 2026.