Utility Providers in Oshawa, Ontario
Moving to, from, or within Oshawa? These are the services that typically need notice here, the providers that serve Oshawa, and how each one handles moves.
Tip: providers generally recommend 2–4 weeks notice before your move date to avoid final-bill surprises or service gaps.
Provider information last updated August 4, 2026. Spot something outdated? Report incorrect information.
⚡ Electricity
Oshawa Power
Hydro / electric utility serving this municipality
Oshawa Power handles moves through their online start/stop/move forms — submit at least 10 business days before your move.
Official website →🔥 Natural Gas
Enbridge Gas Inc.
Natural gas distribution for this area
Enbridge Gas serves this area. Start, stop, or transfer gas service through their online moving portal or by phone.
Official website →💧 Water & Wastewater
Region of Durham (Water Billing)
Municipal water and sewer services
The Region of Durham (Utility Finance) bills water directly. Call 311 within Durham to open, transfer, or close your account; manage bills in the MyDurhamWater portal.
Official website →🏛️ Property Tax
City of Oshawa Tax Office
Municipal tax office to notify of ownership or address changes
Contact the municipal tax office to update your mailing address and account details after a move or ownership change.
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Moving checklist for Oshawa
- 1.Notify each provider 2–4 weeks ahead — cancellations at your old address, setups at the new one.
- 2.Record final meter readings (photos with timestamps) on moving day for electricity, gas, and water.
- 3.Ask for final bills by email, and confirm any account credits are refunded, not forfeited.
- 4.Update the property tax office — City of Oshawa Tax Office — especially after a purchase or sale.
- 5.Set up pre-authorized payments at the new address once accounts are confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Who provides electricity in Oshawa?
Oshawa Power handles electricity service in Oshawa. Oshawa Power handles moves through their online start/stop/move forms — submit at least 10 business days before your move.
Who do I contact about water service when moving in Oshawa?
Region of Durham (Water Billing) manages water and wastewater accounts in Oshawa. The Region of Durham (Utility Finance) bills water directly. Call 311 within Durham to open, transfer, or close your account; manage bills in the MyDurhamWater portal.
Which utilities do I need to notify when moving to Oshawa?
Four services typically need notice: electricity (Oshawa Power), natural gas (Enbridge Gas Inc.), water (Region of Durham (Water Billing)), property tax (City of Oshawa Tax Office). Each has its own process and timelines, so notify them 2–4 weeks before your move date.
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