Residents in the County of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, will see their utility bills go up by 4% starting March 1, 2026. The increase applies to water, wastewater, and trash collection services provided by the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10.
The County Council approved the change to move toward a model where the people using the services pay for the full cost of operations and future repairs. Reeve Josh Bishop and the council intended for these fees to cover the long-term costs of replacing aging pipes and equipment.
Almost every household and business in the county will be affected by the new rates. The higher charges will first appear on utility invoices mailed out to residents at the end of April 2026.
The specific increases apply to the official fee schedules for solid waste, water, and wastewater. Officials also reminded residents that a 3% monthly penalty is added to any bills that are not paid on time.
