Water & Sewer

Understanding utility fees and rates

Each year, the Town will complete a water cost anaylsis. Based on these results and subject to Council and the Saskatchewan Municipal Board rates may be adjusted accordingly.

  • Water consumption is billed per 1000 imperial gallons.
  • Water and Sewer are expected to operate on a self sustaning basis.

 

Water Consumption

Per 1,000 imperial gallons 2019-2023 2024 (Bylaw 2024-05) 2025 (Bylaw 2025-01)
Treated (Residential & Commercial) $18.00 $20.00 $20.90
Treated (Town water stand) $22.00 $24.50 $25.40
Treated (Commercial bulk) M3 $6.50 m3 $6.50 m3 $6.50 m3
Raw (Snipe Lake Water Stand) $13.00 $11.00 $11.00

 

Infrastructure funding is allocated for both current and future water & sewer needs. This includes but not limited too projects such as sewer lining, spin casting of man holes, lift station maintenance, water treatment plant operations and water line repairs. These funds support ongoing operational requirements and also contribute to reserves for larger projects.

Infrastructure Fee (per month) 2023 2024 2025
Residential Infrastructure Fee $35 $45 $50
Commercial Infrastructure Fee $55 $65 $70
Water Treatment Plant Upgrade $30 $0 $0

 

Enviromental Fees are charged on utility bills and cover expenses for recycle and waste pick up.

Category (per month) 2024 2025
Residental (include 1 garbage / 1 recycle) $25 $25
Commercial (include 1 garbage / 1 recycle) $25 $25
Additional roll out cart $5 $5

 

Note: Commercial properties with a weekly pick up schedule, charges will be double.

Set up your eye on water account to monitor usage.

Did you know?

  • Watch for Water Leaks – They Add Up Fast
  • Small leaks can lead to big water bills. Here's how much water common household leaks can waste:

    • Leaking toilet – can waste over 750 litres per day

    • Dripping showerhead (10 drips per minute) – wastes more than 1,800 litres per month

    • Dripping tap (1 drip per second) – can waste up to 11,900 litres per year

    Leaking toilets and water softeners are often the main cause of high water bills.

    How to check for a toilet leak:
    Add a few drops of food coloring into your toilet tank. Wait 15–30 minutes without flushing. If color appears in the bowl, you have a leak.

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