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Utilities Kingston provides customer-focused and cost-effective multi-utility services in Kingston, Ontario, including safe and reliable water services to 40,000 homes and businesses.
Employees maintain and operate a system that includes:
- Three water treatment plants
- 752 kilometres of linear assets
- 5,420 water valves for isolation and flow control
- Five booster stations that raise water pressure
- 8 water storage facilities that hold 5.3 million litres of water for consumption and fire protection
- 3,579 fire hydrants used for fire protection and system maintenance
In 2023, we pumped 24.3 billion litres of potable water through the municipal distribution system.
Recent news - water
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Stay warm and manage your utility bill with home heating tips
December 5, 2025Cold weather is here, and it's time to focus on keeping your home warm while managing your utility bills.
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Utilities Kingston to conclude Service Line Warranties Canada endorsement
December 5, 2025The endorsement agreement will expire on December 10, 2025.
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Water & Wastewater Municipal Service Corporation
December 5, 2025The City of Kingston is exploring the creation of a Municipal Service Corporation to manage water and wastewater services as the city grows.
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Water heater rental rates are changing on January 1
November 25, 2025We review our rates annually to ensure they reflect the cost of providing service.
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Rainy days ahead? Keep your basement safe
November 3, 2025Flooding can happen at any time, even if your basement has never flooded before.
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