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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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Tree Trimming Program Underway: April–November 2026
May 5, 2026Tree trimming helps maintain safe and reliable electricity in Kingston. Utilities Kingston is continuing its commitment to community safety and reliable electricity service through its annual Vegetation Management Program. This program began in late April and continues through November 30, 2026.
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Spring digging ahead? Click before you dig!
April 9, 2026Whether you’re planting shrubs, digging a garden, installing a fence, or building a deck, if your project involves any digging, you need to request a public utility locate at least 5 business days before you start.
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Safe drinking water, your peace of mind
March 27, 2026Kingston residents enjoy clean, safe drinking water that exceeds quality standards. However, lead can potentially enter the water supply through older plumbing within homes.
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March is Fraud Prevention Month: Stay safe from utility scams
March 19, 2026March is Fraud Prevention Month, and we're here to help you protect yourself from scammers who may impersonate Utilities Kingston or other utility providers.
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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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