Utilities 
The Utilities branch is responsible for reading meters, billing and collection for water and sewer services, processing of requests for connection and disconnection of service, handling of complaints related to utility billings and defective meters.
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What You Need To Know

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Sewer and Water Locates

To have City utilities (including sewer and water lines, City trees, and City irrigation)
marked prior to construction, please complete the Locates Form and email the completed form to

locates@moosejaw.ca

for review.

Processing time: Please allow 5–10 business days for a response.

Connections and Disconnections

In most cases, changes to your utility services can be completed with one phone call.
Customers who currently have a utility or tax account with the City may request
connections, disconnections, or location changes by contacting Customer Service.

Customer Service
306-694-4410

Please note that identity verification may be required when making changes to an account.

Individuals who have not previously held a utility or tax account with the City are
required to attend Customer Service at City Hall in person and complete an application
for service. Two pieces of government-issued identification are required. A deposit may
be required when applying for service at a rental property.

If you are moving out of the City of Moose Jaw or relocating within the City, you must
contact Customer Service to terminate or transfer service. Your meter will be read on
the requested date and a final bill will be mailed to you.

For certain appointments, a property representative must be present to allow staff
access for meter readings, water shut-offs, leak checks, or service activation.
Account holders remain responsible for all charges at the service address until
service is officially terminated.

The City of Moose Jaw recognizes only payment arrangements made directly with Utility
Department staff.

Payment Options
    • W.I.P.P.S.
      – Automatic monthly payments are withdrawn directly from the customer’s bank account
    • Online or telephone banking through your financial institution
    • In-person payment at any financial institution
    • Cash, cheque, or debit at City Hall cashiers
    • Secure drop slot at City Hall (include payment stub with cheque)
    • Mail payment to City Hall (include payment stub with cheque)
    • Credit card payments via Plastiq Inc.
      (third-party service; additional fees apply)

Utility Billing Mail Dates (by Route)
Route Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
2–72 Jan 21 Apr 21 Jul 21 Oct 21
80–141 Feb 15 May 15 Aug 15 Nov 15
150–231 Mar 7 Jun 7 Sep 7 Dec 7
240–261 Mar 31 Jun 30 Sep 30 Dec 31

* Consumption cut-off typically occurs 2–3 weeks prior to billing mail dates.
** Your route number can be found on your utility bill.

Billing questions?
If you have not received your bill within 7–10 days of the dates above, please contact
Customer Service at 306-694-4410 or email

waterbilling@moosejaw.ca
.

Didn’t receive your eBill? Please check your junk or spam folder.

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Utility Rates

Utility Rates as of January 1, 2026

There are two parts to the fees charged for utility services for your home or business. The fixed connection fees, which are quarterly fees charged for providing the utility to your service address, including water, wastewater, storm water, garbage and recycling services, and the consumption fee, for the water that flows through the meter. The average household has a 15-20mm meter and is charged for consumption and services received at their property only. Utility accounts are billed every three (3) months.

Variable Rates (2026)

Water
$1.7150 /m³
Sewer
$1.7737 /m³
Water Dispensing Device (Keycard)
$4.9852 /m³

Monthly Fixed Rates

(Shown by meter size)
Meter Size (mm)
Meter Size (inches)
Water
Sewer

15–20mm
5/8″ – 3/4″
$40.85
$22.13
21–30mm
1″
$61.29
$33.23
31–40mm
1 1/2″ – 1 3/4″
$122.55
$66.42
41–50mm
1 13/16″ – 2″
$204.30
$110.72
51–75mm
2 1/16″ – 3″
$408.60
$221.38
76–100mm
3 1/16″ – 4″
$817.24
$442.80
101–150mm
4 1/16″ – 6″
$2,451.61
$1,328.30
151–200mm
6 1/16″ – 8″
$3,268.80
$1,771.09
>200mm
>8″
$4,903.23
$2,656.62

Miscellaneous Service Rates

Connection/Application Fee
$45.00
Temporary Connection Fee
$100.00
Service Deposit – Renters
$250.00
Water Meter Testing Deposit
$50.00
Temporary Water Service (Hydrant Connection)
$300.00
Reinstatement/Disconnect Fee
$40.00
After-hours call-out fee
$85.00

Average Residential Billing Example

Example based on: 15–20mm meter • 47.61 m³ consumption per 3-month billing period
Charge Type
Measurement
Rate
Average
Water Monthly Fixed Fee
3 months
$122.55
$122.55
Sewer Monthly Fixed Fee
3 months
$66.39
$66.39
Storm Water Fixed Fee
3 months
$29.40
$29.40
Recycling Monthly Fixed Fee
3 months
$16.62
$16.62
Garbage Fees
3 months
$32.75
$32.75
Water Consumption Fee
47.61 m³
$1.7150
$81.65
Sewer Consumption Fee
47.61 m³
$1.7737
$84.45
Total average billing (per 3 months)
$433.81
Total average billing (per month)
$144.60

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