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Billing

 

Have questions about your energy bill, billing cycle and bill charges?

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Moving and service changes


Wondering how to move your Direct Energy plan with you in Alberta?

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Online Account


Have questions about the features and functionality of your Online Account?

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Signing up with Direct Energy


Wondering what you need to know before signing up with us?

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Payment options


Wondering how Average Billing and Auto Pay work?

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Paying your bill


Have questions about bill payments, credits and payment extensions?

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My Rewards


Wondering how My Rewards works?

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Energize Request


Have questions about the energize request?

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Lowering your bill


Is your energy bill higher than usual? Wondering how to reduce it?

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Utility issues


Need to report a power outage or natural gas leak?

Contact your local distribution company

Energy options


Have questions about your energy options in Alberta?

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App


Have questions about our Direct Energy Canada app?

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Micro-generation


Wondering how micro-generation works in Alberta and how you can benefit from it?

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Federal Carbon Tax


Have questions about the Federal Carbon Tax and Canada Carbon Rebate?

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Higher energy bills are often caused by:

  • Increased energy usage
  • Colder or hotter weather
  • Longer billing periods
  • Higher rates
  • Carried-over balances
  • Additional consumption days between meter readings

Explore more information to understand your bill and home efficiency advice in our Learning Centre.

It's quick and easy! Just transfer your existing Direct Energy service online.

First, log in to your Online Account with your username and password. Once logged in, the "Transfer service" link should be on the top navigation menu. When you click that link, you'll receive prompts to provide the following information:

  • What date would you like to stop service at your old address?
  • What date would you like to start service at your new address?
  • What is your new address?

After you click the button to confirm your transfer information, you'll see plan options and the current rates for those plans in your new service area.

If you cannot process the transfer online or don't see the "Transfer service" link or the plan option you want, call Customer Service at 1-866-374-6299 for assistance. Moving within Canada? Find helpful moving tips.

If you’re thinking about switching energy providers, we recommend contacting your current provider to confirm your contract end date and ask about any cancellation or early exit fees that may apply.

In Alberta, you have the Freedom to Choose your natural gas or electricity services from a list of retailers; visit ucahelps.alberta.ca. This means you can explore different rate options, contract terms, and service features to find what works best for your needs and budget.

Direct Energy offers a variety of bill payment options such as Auto Pay and Average Billing.

You can also make payments via our 24-hour automated phone system. call the Customer Care line at 1-866-374-6299 .

The Government of Alberta also provides assistance programs which are listed here.

Didn't find the information you were looking for? We have more FAQs specifically for our regulated customers.  

Have a question about a plan or need help placing an order?

Call us: 1-866-374-6299

Hours: 7:00am - 9:00pm MST (Monday to Friday), 8:00am - 4:30pm (Saturday), Closed Sundays


To enroll, you will need:

  • To be the person named on the utility account
  • Your service address
  • Your billing address (if different)
  • Your contact details including email address
  • To be over the age of 18