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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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Annual Reports on Water Quality and Wastewater Compliance
February 25, 2026Utilities Kingston has released the 2025 annual reports on drinking water quality and wastewater treatment, highlighting how our teams deliver safe drinking water and responsibly treat wastewater to protect public health and the environment.
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Protect your basement from flooding during snowmelt
February 18, 2026Even though it’s still winter, February has brought some milder temperatures, and we’re starting to see snow melt more quickly. When snow melts fast, especially during a warm spell or rainstorm, the ground is often still frozen and can’t absorb the water.
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Remembering Dr. Bill Leggett
February 17, 2026It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. William (Bill) Leggett, a long-standing and highly respected member of the Utilities Kingston Board of Directors. His loss is felt profoundly across our organization and throughout the Kingston community.
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Practice safe utility habits this winter
February 9, 2026Winter brings unique challenges, but a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your home safe and your utilities running smoothly. Follow these practical tips to protect yourself, your family, and your community.
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Protect your plumbing from freezing during extreme cold
January 23, 2026Over the next few days, temperatures are forecast to drop to -27°C. During extreme cold, exposed plumbing pipes, especially those located in exterior walls, unheated basements, and crawlspaces, are at higher risk of freezing.
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