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How long does it take to open an account?

Usually, it takes around five to ten minutes to open a natural gas or electric account and you will need to provide some of your information to our customer service representative. To speed up the process, have your service address, phone numbers, email address, and two pieces of identification like a driver’s license or BC identification card at the ready so you can provide the information quickly and easily.

Alternatively, you are able to open an account through Account Online or visiting Open, close or move your account.

Is there a cost to open an account?

There is a $15 (plus GST) application fee for those setting up a natural gas account. When setting up an electric account there is a $13 (plus GST) account set up or transfer fee. A security deposit may be required to set up your account. However, residential natural gas and electric customers have the option to have a credit check completed and if they are approved, the security deposit will be waived.

Our electricity utility

British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) regulates and sets rates for FortisBC Inc., our Electricity Utility.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/corporate-information/regulatory-affairs/our-electricity-utility

Current electricity projects | FortisBC

We maintain our existing electricity system, and invest in system upgrades to support customer growth and future electricity demand.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/projects-planning/energy-projects/current-electricity-projects

Connect your project to electricity

Request construction services for electricity online if you’re building or renovating in Kelowna, the South Okanagan, Boundary or Kootenays.

https://fortisbc.com/build-renovate/builders-and-developers/connect-your-project-to-electricity

Electricity rates - business

Learn how we set electricity rates and what current rates are for commercial service.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/electricity-rates/business-rates

Electricity system safety

Read about our comprehensive approach to electricity system safety—including regular inspections, maintenance and system upgrades.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/corporate-information/natural-gas-and-electricity-system-safety/electricity-system-safety

Residential electricity rates | FortisBC

Rates include everything we do to bring electricity to you, from buying or generating electricity, to sending it through power lines to your home.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/electricity-rates/residential-rates

Understanding your electricity bill | FortisBC

It’s important you understand your electricity bill, like knowing how to read it, factors that affect your energy use and why your bill might be higher than normal.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity

Request electricity service | FortisBC

Find out about installing, upgrading, moving or removing electricity service at your home or business.

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services/request-or-change-your-electricity-service

Electricity calculator | FortisBC

Understanding how much energy your home or business uses is an important step to managing your energy costs. Our electricity calculator can help.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity/managing-your-electricity-use/electricity-calculator

Electricity services | FortisBC

Install, move, remove or upgrade your electricity service at your home or business using our online request tools. ...

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services

Electricity planning and engagement | FortisBC

Connecting with Indigenous communities and interested parties on long-term planning occurs throughout the entire Long-term Electricity Resource Planning Process. ...

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/projects-planning/resource-planning/electricity-resource-planning/electricity-planning-and-stakeholder-engagement

Electricity rates | FortisBC

Learn how we set electricity rates and what your current rate is, whether you're a homeowner or business owner.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/electricity-rates

Generating your own electricity | FortisBC

Whether you want to generate your own electricity or sell power to FortisBC at wholesale prices, we’ve got information and applications to get you started.

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services/generating-your-own-electricity

Is your electricity bill high | FortisBC

If your electricity bill is higher than expected, it could be for a number of reasons. Find out how increased use or rate changes could affect your bill.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity/is-your-electricity-bill-high

Electricity safety | FortisBC

Stay safe around power lines and electricity facilities, and learn what to do in case of emergencies like electric shock or downed wires.

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/energy-safety/electricity-safety

Industrial electricity interconnection

Large commercial and industrial customers needing to connect to our electrical transmission system, as well as net metering customers and Independent Power Producers (IPPs), can find interconnection information here.

https://fortisbc.com/services/commercial-industrial-services/industrial-electricity-interconnection

Electricity facilities and operations | FortisBC

We own and operate four hydroelectric generating plants on the Kootenay River, which provide about 45% of the annual electricity needs of our customers.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/facilities-operations-and-energy-information/electricity-facilities-and-operations

Managing your electricity use

Learn about tools for understanding and managing energy consumption and costs in your home or business.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity/managing-your-electricity-use

Electricity fees | FortisBC

Understand the additional fees you may see on your FortisBC electricity bill, including security deposits, late payment charges and connection fees. ...

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity/electricity-fees

Understanding your net metering electricity bill

We want to make sure your net metering electricity bill is clear and makes sense to you. Learn how to read your net metering bill.

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services/generating-your-own-electricity/net-metering/understanding-your-net-metering-electricity-bill

How to read your electricity bill | FortisBC

Learn how to read your FortisBC electricity bill. Understand charges, usage and payment options to manage your energy costs.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/billing-rates/understanding-your-bill-electricity/how-to-read-your-electricity-bill

FortisBC - delivering renewable energy, gas and electricity

FortisBC delivers renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to 135 BC communities and 58 First Nations communities across 150 Traditional Territories. ...

https://fortisbc.com/home

Electricity safety on the farm | FortisBC

Be aware of overhead power lines and how to avoid electrical hazards when working outdoors with farming tools and equipment. ...

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/energy-safety/electricity-safety/electricity-safety-on-the-farm

Natural gas and electricity system safety

Public safety is our number one priority. Learn how we work to ensure the safety and security of the public, our employees, the environment and our systems. ...

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/corporate-information/natural-gas-and-electricity-system-safety

Security and safety of advanced electricity meters | FortisBC

What information your advanced electricity meter sends to FortisBC, how we protect your privacy and what safety standards apply to wireless signals.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/meters-meter-readings/your-electricity-meter/security-and-safety

Air conditioning offer for FortisBC electricity customers

Interested in the air conditioner offer that the Ministry of Health announced? Check to see if you meet the income qualification for the program.

https://fortisbc.com/rebates-and-energy-savings/save-money-and-energy-with-income-qualified-offers/air-conditioning-offer-for-fortisbc-electric-customers

Electricity accidents

Know what to do if someone receives an electric shock or you’re involved in an accident where a power pole or power line falls on your vehicle. ...

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/energy-safety/electricity-safety/electricity-emergencies

Electricity resource planning | FortisBC

The Long Term Electric Resource Plan is our strategy for securing safe, reliable and cost-effective energy resources to meet our customers’ energy needs. ...

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/projects-planning/resource-planning/electricity-resource-planning

How to read your electricity meter

Learn about the benefits of advanced meters and what the information on the display means...

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/meters-meter-readings/your-electricity-meter

Electrical design process | FortisBC

For projects requiring new electricity service, we’ll work with you to develop an electrical design, source materials and manage construction.

https://fortisbc.com/build-renovate/builders-and-developers/connect-your-project-to-electricity/electrical-design-process

Security Deposits | FortisBC

As a FortisBC gas or electricity customer, you may need to provide a security deposit to establish a credit history with you.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/open-close-or-move-your-account/security-deposits

Build and renovate

If you’re planning new construction or renovations, learn how to find a contractor and how to add, move or remove natural gas or electricity at your property. ...

https://fortisbc.com/build-renovate

Independent Power Producers

If you want to generate electricity and sell it to us at wholesale prices, you can talk to us about becoming an Independent Power Producer (IPP). ...

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services/generating-your-own-electricity/independent-power-producers

Corporate information | FortisBC

We deliver natural gas, electricity and renewable and low-carbon energy to approximately 1.3 million customers in 135 communities throughout the province.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/corporate-information

Earthquakes | FortisBC

If an earthquake occurs, you could be without gas or electricity for days. Stay safe around energy, before, during and after an earthquake.

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/preparing-for-emergencies/earthquakes

Builders and developers | FortisBC

Find out how to order construction services for natural gas or electricity service at your building site and learn about incentives for building with natural gas.

https://fortisbc.com/build-renovate/builders-and-developers

Kids' safety corner

Teach children and teens about natural gas and electricity safety with videos, tips and resources designed for students ages five to 12.

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/energy-safety/kids-safety-corner

Account managers for business customers | FortisBC

Let us help you with your gas and electricity needs—like improving energy efficiency, purchasing or upgrading equipment and applying for rebates.

https://fortisbc.com/services/commercial-industrial-services/account-managers-for-commercial-industrial-and-business-customers

Net Metering Program

The Net Metering Program credits enrolled customers for the clean, renewable electricity they generate for their own use.

https://fortisbc.com/services/electricity-services/generating-your-own-electricity/net-metering

Payment options | FortisBC

Learn about different ways to pay your natural gas and electricity bills, payment plans and paperless billing. ...

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/payment-options

Natural gas or electric meter exchange | FortisBC

Exchanging your gas or electricity meter is part of our routine maintenance program. The replacement will take 30 to 45 minutes and there is no cost to you.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/meters-meter-readings/meter-exchanges

Taking care of someone else's account

How to help an elderly family member or dependent manage their natural gas and/or electricity bills and payments...

https://fortisbc.com/accounts/open-close-or-move-your-account/taking-care-of-someone-elses-account

Resource planning | FortisBC

To keep up with the demand for gas and electricity, we regularly maintain, expand and upgrade our systems in consultation with Indigenous communities and interested parties.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/projects-planning/resource-planning

Energy projects | FortisBC

To serve our residential and commercial customers, we continually invest in our gas and electricity systems to add capacity and ensure our services are reliable.

https://fortisbc.com/about-us/projects-planning/energy-projects

Wildfires and evacuations

Know what to do about your natural gas or electricity service if you’re on evacuation alert or returning home after an emergency evacuation due to forest fires.

https://fortisbc.com/safety-outages/preparing-for-emergencies/wildfires-and-evacuations

Accounts

Find out how we set rates, how to read your FortisBC natural gas or electricity bill and how to manage your account and payment options.

https://fortisbc.com/accounts