Time-of-Use (TOU) rates are an important step to making Ontario's electricity system greener and more efficient. TOU rates will tie electricity prices to the level of demand on the system. When demand and the cost of producing electricity is highest, an "on-peak" rate will apply. When demand and production costs are lower, rates will also be lower. Shifting your use away from peak times not only positively impacts your electricity bill, but also makes Ontario air cleaner and avoids investment in new peaking generation.

The smart meter that replaced your traditional electricity meter tracks the amount of electricity you use, as well as the time of day and day of the week that you use it. Under TOU rates, Halton Hills Hydro will use the information received from your smart meter to calculate you bill based on when you use electricity. By managing when your household uses electricity, you will become an active participant in shaping the future of Ontario's energy system.

Have a question about smart meters? Visit our Smart Meter FAQs section.