*Prices exclude applicable administration fees ($7.99 per month) and daily charges ($0.25 per day), plus taxes where applicable. Customers may switch providers at any time; early exit fees do not apply. Deposit requirements are subject to credit approval (OAC).
Electricity
If "12.01–12.06¢/kWh" appears on your electricity bill — or if your bill references “Regulated Services” or the "Rate of Last Resort (ROLR)" (formerly the Regulated Rate) — your account is currently on ROLR. ROLR prices are set by the regulator and are fixed until December 21, 2026. Many Albertans remain on ROLR and may be paying higher rates than they have to. Through the 8760 Home Energy Program, customers can access transparent, competitive electricity rates and stop overpaying for electricity.
Natural Gas
Natural gas pricing can be achieved through the “regulated option” or through a competitive contract. For the regulated option, natural gas prices are set on a monthly basis by the regulator such that prices can change frequently throughout the year based on market demand/supply fundamentals. There are also additional fees associated with the regulated option due to client losses. If you are looking for cost certainty, you can lock in your price with 8760’s competitive fixed natural gas rate and enjoy predictable costs all year long.
What are you really paying for home energy?
Take a closer look at your utility bill. Many Albertans are still paying higher rates without realizing it.
Rate of Last Resort or Competitive Contract?
But here’s what they don’t tell you:
You’ll sign a 2-year financing contract, pay for an expensive plan plus extra for the phone, and still won’t own it. Your bill easily balloons to over $100 a month, and after two years you’ll have to pay out hundreds more or return the device. It’s a choice without any real choice.
PS: $0 upfront shouldn’t cost you hundreds or thousands later!
Rate of Last Resort
The Rate of Last Resort (ROLR) is the default option for clients who are not in a competitive contract. The ROLR provides a fixed rate for 2 years on electricity (resets on Dec 31, 2026) while natural gas changes every month. Rates are approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission. The downside of using regulated services include: - Regulated service cannot be denied due to bad credit – providers charge a risk premium to offset losses due to bad debt. - Electricity is set for 2 years and will change +/- 10% at expiry – this may not reflect current conditions. - There is no choice relative to plan options. There is one rate for electricity and natural gas prices could change every month. - Regulated rates are typically not the cheapest option in the marketplace. - There is limited customer service and support.
TOTAL:
~$90/mo.
cost per month*
~$1,080/y.
cost per year*
12.01 ¢/kWh
Rate of Last Resort
750 kWh/ mo.
Average home usage
*Delivery charges are not included in this estimate.
Competitive Contract
The best option for Albertans is to enter into a competitive contract with an energy retailer. Competitive retailers offer a variety of home and small business energy plans, term lengths, and product selection for all of your electricity and natural gas needs. Benefits include: - Typically better pricing and superior customer service - More product options, including fixed/variable rates and various term lengths - Fixed price contracts from Alberta electricity providers can save you money in volatile markets - Various term lengths allow you to select the commitment period that’s right for you - Variable rate plans provide maximum flexibility and the potential to save during low price periods
TOTAL:
~$56.85/mo.
cost per month*
~$682/y.
cost per year*
7.58 ¢/kWh
8760 Competitive Rate
750 kWh/ mo.
Average home usage
*Actual cost may vary and are calculated before applicable fees.
*Delivery charges are not included in this estimate.
But here’s what they don’t tell you:
You’ll sign a 2-year financing contract, pay for an expensive plan plus extra for the phone, and still won’t own it. Your bill easily balloons to over $100 a month, and after two years you’ll have to pay out hundreds more or return the device. It’s a choice without any real choice.
PS: $0 upfront shouldn’t cost you hundreds or thousands later!
Rate of Last Resort
The Rate of Last Resort (ROLR) is the default option for clients who are not in a competitive contract. The ROLR provides a fixed rate for 2 years on electricity (resets on Dec 31, 2026) while natural gas changes every month. Rates are approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission. The downside of using regulated services include: - Regulated service cannot be denied due to bad credit – providers charge a risk premium to offset losses due to bad debt. - Electricity is set for 2 years and will change +/- 10% at expiry – this may not reflect current conditions. - There is no choice relative to plan options. There is one rate for electricity and natural gas prices could change every month. - Regulated rates are typically not the cheapest option in the marketplace. - There is limited customer service and support.
TOTAL:
~$90.00 / mo.
cost per month*
~$1,080 / y.
cost per year*
*Delivery charges are not included in this estimate.
12.01 ¢ / kWh
Rate of Last Resort
750 kWh/mo.
Average home usage
Competitive Contract
The best option for Albertans is to enter into a competitive contract with an energy retailer. Competitive retailers offer a variety of home and small business energy plans, term lengths, and product selection for all of your electricity and natural gas needs. Benefits include: - Typically better pricing and superior customer service - More product options, including fixed/variable rates and various term lengths - Fixed price contracts from Alberta electricity providers can save you money in volatile markets - Various term lengths allow you to select the commitment period that’s right for you - Variable rate plans provide maximum flexibility and the potential to save during low price periods
TOTAL:
~$56.85 / mo.
cost per month*
~$682.20 / y.
cost per year*
*Actual cost may vary and are calculated before applicable fees.
*Delivery charges are not included in this estimate.
7.58 ¢ / kWh
8760 Competitive Rate (example)
750 kWh/mo.
Average home usage
Rate of Last Resort or Competitive Contract?
TOTAL SAVINGS:
~$300 / y.*
*Actual savings may vary and are calculated before applicable fees.
Energy Company Name | Contract Term (Years) | Rate per kWh (¢)* | Lowest Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
8760 Home Energy Program | 1 | 7.58 | 🟢 |
EPCOR | 2 | 8.25 | 🟡 |
Burst Energy | 1 | 8.92 | 🟡 |
ENMAX Energy | 1 | 8.99 | 🟡 |
Direct Energy | 1 | 9.67 | 🟡 |
Rate of Last Resort | 2 | 12.01 | 🟡 |
*Rates presented are for comparison purposes only and rates may change at any time without notification. To obtain the most up to date rates please visit the website for each applicable Retailer listed.
Are you sure you’re not overpaying for energy?
Explore current electricity and natural gas market rates and compare your options. For a comprehensive look at all utility providers in Alberta go to UCA Helps.
NOTE: Albertans can switch utility providers at any time.
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