Pending postal disruption

At Hydro Ottawa we are committed to keeping you informed about matters related to your account and providing uninterrupted service.

We are currently monitoring the possibility of a Canada Post labour disruption. For the latest information please visit: canadapost.ca/negotiations

 

Hydro Ottawa customers who receive their monthly bills by mail could be affected by this potential disruption. We understand that this may be an inconvenience and want to assure you that we're committed to keeping your accounts up-to-date.

To help you manage your account, we encourage you to switch to online billing. We’ve recently enhanced our online billing service to make it even easier, with a direct link to a PDF of your bill, no login needed. It's an easy and convenient way to view and pay your bills without relying on the mail.

You can also visit our customer online portal, MyAccount, or download the Hydro Ottawa mobile app to access your account online 24/7 at your convenience.

 

 

Switch to online billing

Get your bill delivered straight to your inbox, no login needed. It looks just like the paper version, is accessible for two years, and can be easily downloaded, saved, and printed.

 

Sign up for My Account

View bills, manage payments, sign up for outage alerts and notifications, or chat with an agent

 

Consider these payment options

You can make your payment at your financial institution, by credit card – either online or by phone, or register for automated payments.

 

Tap or swipe in our mobile app

View bills, manage payments, sign up for outage alerts and notifications simply by tapping or swiping

Our customer service team is here to support you

We're here to help. Our customer service agents can provide you with your account balance and help you sign up for online billing or MyAccount. If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact us.

  • Call: 613 738-6400
    Monday-Friday | 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or Saturday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (excluding statutory holidays)
  • Fill in our contact form online
  • Live chat with an agent (only available when logged into MyAccount)
    Weekdays | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.(excluding statutory holidays)

FAQ's

1. In the event of a postal disruption, am I still responsible for paying my bill?

Yes, even during a postal disruption, you are still responsible for keeping your accounts up to date to avoid late payment charges. During a postal disruption, do not mail your payments to Hydro Ottawa.

There are many options available to pay your bill:

  • Online banking
  • Telephone banking
  • Sign up for automated payments and the amount due will be withdrawn from your bank account on the due date.
  • By credit card online at hydroottawa.com/pay or by calling us at 613 738-6400
  • In person at most financial institutions

Important: Remember to have your account balance and account number from a previous bill handy. For an example of a Hydro Ottawa bill, see the illustration at the bottom of the page.

2. If I don’t receive a bill by mail, how can I find out my account balance and due date?

If you haven’t received your bill by mail, you can access it by registering for our customer online portal, ‘My Account’ at hydroottawa.com/myaccount

You can also sign up for online billing to receive your bills by email. You will receive an email notification whenever a new bill is ready for viewing and payment. 

Customer Service representatives are also available to provide you with your account balance and due date.

3. I am already registered for ‘My Account’. Where can I find my account balance and due date within ‘My Account’?

When you login to ‘My Account’ your account balance and due date will be visible on the home page dashboard. 

You can also find it by clicking on the billing icon. 

4. I am already an online billing customer. Will I still receive my bill and notification?

As an existing online billing customer, your account will not be impacted. As usual, you will receive an email when your bill is ready for viewing.

5. I am already registered for automated payments. Will this impact my monthly withdrawals?

No, there will be no impact to your withdrawals. 

6. I pay my electricity bill by cheque. How can I do this if there is a postal disruption?

If you pay by cheque, there are alternate payment methods available to you. With your account number (from a previous bill) and current account balance you can pay:

  • Online banking
  • In person through your financial institution
  • By credit card online at hydroottawa.com/pay or by calling us 
    at 613 738-6400.

NOTE: Your 20-digit account number is located at the top left corner of your Hydro Ottawa bill, as illustrated in the below screenshot.

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Account Number Sample

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