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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 alert: Protect yourself from impersonation scams
June 8, 2026Customers have recently reported incidents in which individuals impersonate Kingston Hydro employees and encourage homeowners to upgrade their electrical panels. This is a scam.
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🌈 Celebrate Pride Month in Kingston
June 2, 2026June is Pride Month!
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Safety and quality: Annual hydrant inspection and flow rating program
June 2, 2026It's that time of year again! In partnership with Kingston Fire and Rescue, we’re kicking off our annual hydrant inspection and flow rating, part of the hydrant maintenance program.
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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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