Utility Providers in Russell, Ontario
Moving to, from, or within Russell? These are the services that typically need notice here, the providers that serve Russell, 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 July 27, 2026. Spot something outdated? Report incorrect information.
⚡ Electricity
Cooperative Hydro Embrun
Hydro / electric utility serving this municipality
Depends on your exact address. Russell spans more than one service territory — Cooperative Hydro Embrun is the primary provider, but some addresses are served by a different one. Confirm yours before relying on a single notification; entering your street address resolves it automatically.
Cooperative Hydro Embrun serves Embrun; other addresses in Russell are typically Hydro One territory — confirm which utility serves your specific address before relying on one notification.
Official website →🔥 Natural Gas
Enbridge Gas Inc.
Natural gas distribution for this area
Submit your move online through Enbridge My Account (myaccount.enbridgegas.com). You will need your 12-digit account number from your bill and your move-in and move-out dates.
Official website →💧 Water & Wastewater
Township of Russell Water Services
Municipal water and sewer services
Update the mailing address on your Township of Russell water and sewer account through the Virtual Russell portal; a final invoice is issued when a property is sold.
Official website →🏛️ Property Tax
Township of Russell Tax Office
Municipal tax office to notify of ownership or address changes
Update your Township of Russell property tax mailing address through the Virtual Russell portal, or notify the Finance department.
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Moving checklist for Russell
- 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 — Township of Russell 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 Russell?
Cooperative Hydro Embrun handles electricity service in Russell. Cooperative Hydro Embrun serves Embrun; other addresses in Russell are typically Hydro One territory — confirm which utility serves your specific address before relying on one notification.
Who do I contact about water service when moving in Russell?
Township of Russell Water Services manages water and wastewater accounts in Russell. Update the mailing address on your Township of Russell water and sewer account through the Virtual Russell portal; a final invoice is issued when a property is sold.
Which utilities do I need to notify when moving to Russell?
Four services typically need notice: electricity (Cooperative Hydro Embrun), natural gas (Enbridge Gas Inc.), water (Township of Russell Water Services), property tax (Township of Russell Tax Office). Each has its own process and timelines, so notify them 2–4 weeks before your move date.
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