Water Rates & Billing
Find current water and wastewater rates, learn how utility billing works, and choose the payment option that works best for you.
Water & Wastewater Rates
Water and wastewater rates vary by location and service.
For the complete list of current charges, view the 2026 Water/Wastewater Rates. The rate sheet includes rates for Lottie Lake, Mallaig, Ashmont, the County of St. Paul Regional System, the Elk Point Regional System, and the Mallaig and Ashmont Truckfill Stations.
Billing Schedule
Utility invoices are issued during the second week of each month.
The billing period covers the first day to the last day of the previous month. Invoices are due when issued.
Utility services are billed to the registered property owner.
Water Utility Payment Options
Choose the payment method that works best for you.
Automatic Payments
Utility Customers can apply to have their water/wastewater bills withdrawn from their bank account. Payments will be the actual invoice amount, not prorated for the year.
Complete a County PAD agreement form to sign up.
In Person
Please visit our contact page for contact information and hours.
We accept cash, cheques, debit cards, Mastercard and Visa for your convenience. Credit cards are also accepted over the phone.
After Hours
A 24-hour deposit slot is located at the front door (bottom right) of the Administration building for cheque deposits and money orders only.
Please visit our contact page for the location.
By Mail
Send a cheque or money order payable to "County of St. Paul" to 5015 49 Avenue, St. Paul AB T0A 3A4. Do not send cash.
Make sure to write your account number and enclose the property portion of your utility bill.
Overdue Accounts & Penalties
Utilities are invoiced the second week of the month.
The Billing Period covers the first day to the last day of the previous month. Invoices are due when rendered. A penalty of 1.5% is charged on any outstanding amounts the day following the penalty date. All Utility Services shall be billed to the registered owners of a building and/or lot. Monthly invoices will continue to be issued to the resident on file, with the invoices noting when an account is past due and by how much.
Any water/wastewater accounts 90 days in arrears will be transferred to the property tax account and become subject to penalties. Residents will receive a disconnection letter via mail and will be given 2 weeks to pay their overdue account. Any amounts remaining 90 days in arrears will be transferred to the tax roll without further notification.
Important Dates & Deadlines
No upcoming events or important dates at this time.
Utilities
Contact Information
Administration:
5015 49 Avenue
St. Paul, AB T0A 3A4
Email: [email protected]
Public Works:
5618 57 Street
St. Paul, AB T0A 3A0
Phone: 780-645-3006
After Hours: 780-645-0557
