Gas & Electricity Options in Edmonton
Edmonton uses the same deregulated Alberta energy system as Calgary, giving homeowners supplier choice while delivery remains regulated.
⚡ Electricity (Power) in Edmonton
Who provides electricity?
Delivery Provider (Fixed):
Maintains wires, poles, and meters.
Regulated by the Alberta Utilities Commission.
Retailer (Your choice):
Homeowners choose who sells electricity.
Common retailers:
EPCOR Energy (default RRO provider)
Competitive retailers
How electricity billing works
Bills include:
Administration fee
Energy usage (kWh)
Distribution charges
Transmission charges
Local access fee (City of Edmonton)
Taxes and regulatory riders
Electricity pricing options
Regulated Rate Option (RRO)
Default floating rate
Changes monthly
No contract
Fixed Rate Plans
Stable pricing for 1–5 years
Popular for budgeting stability
Variable Competitive Plans
Market-linked pricing
Sometimes bundled with gas.
Homeowner options
Fixed vs variable pricing
Combined gas + electricity plans
Equalized monthly billing
Online energy tracking tools
🔥 Natural Gas in Edmonton
Who delivers natural gas?
ATCO Gas delivers natural gas.
Infrastructure and delivery pricing are regulated.
Delivery provider cannot be changed.
Gas supplier choices
Homeowners may purchase gas from:
EPCOR Energy (regulated default)
Independent marketers
Gas pricing options
Default regulated rate
Monthly floating price.
Fixed-rate contracts
Locked pricing for stability.
Retail market plans
Bundled utility discounts.
Typical natural gas bill components
Monthly basic charge
Commodity cost
Delivery and transmission fees
Carbon charge
Municipal franchise fee
What Happens When You Buy and Move Into a Home
Steps:
Select retailer (or stay on default regulated rate).
Open utility account before possession.
Choose billing and pricing options.
Provide possession date.
Confirm meter readings.
Utilities remain active if service already exists.
Relocation Info
Below are links to important information that every homebuyer will find useful when relocating to Edmonton.