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Utilities Kingston provides customer-focused and cost-effective multi-utility services in Kingston, Ontario, including safe and reliable gas distribution services to nearly 16,000 customers in Central Kingston.
Employees maintain and operate:
- 259 kilometres of gas mains
- 231 kilometres of gas services
- 1,444 mainline gas valves to regulate, direct, and control flows
- 9 gas pressure regulation stations
In 2023, we delivered 87.7 million cubic metres of natural gas to our customers.
A reminder of another age
The image above shows the gas lamp on the west corner of Lower Union and King Street East. Gas street lighting just about ended in the 19th century, but one lamp remains and is maintained by Utilities Kingston.
Natural gas safety
Utilities Kingston puts safety first. Certified technicians help ensure public safety, while the goal that every employee goes home safely is upheld every day. While you’re visiting the website, check out related safety information for Call Before You Dig, sewer cross bores, gas leaks and odours, carbon monoxide, and appliance safety.
Recent news - gas
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Protect your home from spring flooding
May 8, 2025Canada’s climate is changing with warmer temperatures, heavier rain, and more unpredictable weather. That means more risk of basement flooding, even in homes where it’s never happened before.
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Celebrating our safety champions on Occupational Safety and Health Professionals Day
May 7, 2025May 7 is Occupational Safety and Health Professionals Day, and we're taking this opportunity to recognize and thank the dedicated people who work every day to keep our workplaces safe and healthy.
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Natural gas rates for May 1
May 1, 2025Utilities Kingston has reviewed the rates for the natural gas commodity and transportation & storage.
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Conserve water and save money: Order your rain barrel today!
April 23, 2025Rain barrel sales are now open, giving Kingston residents an easy way to save water, lower energy use, and take climate action at home.
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Planning to dig on your property? Click before you dig!
April 15, 2025With spring project season around the corner, many of us are itching to get outside and start tackling those backyard projects. Whether it’s digging a new garden, planting a tree, building a fence or a deck, if your project involves digging, here’s a friendly reminder: you need to request a public utility locate.
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