Compare your energy options

In Alberta, you can choose between fixed, floating and regulated rates. We're here to help you find the right fit for your home or business!

Compare your energy options
Compare your energy options
Compare your energy options

Looking for a plan that suits your energy needs? Our fixed rates provide you with price stability, protecting you from market ups and downs. Prefer flexibility? Our floating rates adjust with the market each month, letting you take advantage of lower prices when they happen.

No matter which option you choose, you’re never locked in—no enrolment fees, no exit fees, and no penalties. Switch or cancel anytime, hassle-free!

Customers are free to purchase natural gas services or electricity services from a retailer of their choice. For a list of retailers, visit ucahelps.alberta.ca or call 310-4822 (toll free in Alberta).

Electricity rates for your home

All rate options have no enrolment or exit fees. Cancel your rate or plan at any time with no penalty!

 

 

8.77 cents/kWh

2-year fixed rate

 

Provided by Direct Energy

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Peace of mind with fixed price stability

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Flexible term options (1 - 3 years)

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Bundle natural gas and electricity to save 20% off^ administrative fees

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Earn an annual $25 Green Cashback Loyalty Reward with 100% Green^^

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Up to $2,000³ in annual coverage for your electronics and appliances with our Surge Protection Plan

 

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9.87 cents/kWh

3-year fixed rate

 

Provided by Direct Energy

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Peace of mind with fixed price stability

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Flexible term options (1 - 3 years)

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Bundle natural gas and electricity to save 20% off^ administrative fees

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Earn an annual $25 Green Cashback Loyalty Reward with 100% Green^^

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Up to $2,000³ in annual coverage for your electronics and appliances with our Surge Protection Plan

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12.02 cents/kWh*

Rate of Last Resort (RoLR)

 

Provided by Direct Energy Regulated Services

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Fixed rate from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, approved by Alberta Utilities Commission

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Can increase or decrease by up to 10% at the end of each 2-year term

 

✖ Can't bundle on one bill with natural gas

 

✖ No Green Add-on or incentives

 

✖ No Surge Protection Plan

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Natural gas rates for your home

All rate options have no enrolment or exit fees. Cancel your rate or plan at any time with no penalty!

 

 

$4.57/GJ

2-year fixed rate

 

Provided by Direct Energy

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Peace of mind with fixed price stability

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Flexible term options (1 - 3 years)

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Bundle natural gas and electricity to save 20% off^ administrative fees

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Up to $2,000³ in annual coverage for your electronics and appliances with our Surge Protection Plan

Build your plan

 

 

$4.57/GJ

3-year fixed rate

 

Provided by Direct Energy

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Peace of mind with fixed price stability

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Flexible term options (1 - 3 years)

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Bundle natural gas and electricity to save 20% off^ administrative fees

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Up to $2,000³ in annual coverage for your electronics and appliances with our Surge Protection Plan

Build your plan

 

 

$0.936/GJ**

Regulated rate

 

Provided by Direct Energy Regulated Services

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. Market-based monthly rates approved by Alberta Utilities Commission

 

Check mark, Wingdings font, character code 252 decimal. 79% lower~ than the average 2-year fixed rate

 

✖ Can't bundle on one bill with electricity

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Why does Alberta have a deregulated energy market?

Watch this video to learn more about what energy deregulation means and how you can benefit from having more energy options to choose from. 

Hint: The power is truly in your hands to find an energy provider that meets your needs.

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^By combining your gas and electricity onto one bill, you'll save 20% on Direct Energy's administration fees. Instead of paying $12.50 per site each month, you will only be paying $10.00 per site each month, totalling $20.00 per month, a savings of $5 per month.

^^The amount of Green Cashback Rewards you will receive will vary depending on the term duration of the energy and Green Option plan you select. Your Cashback will be applied to your bill annually on the anniversary date of your energy plan.

    • 25% Green Option: $5 per year for each green site that you have the Green Option Plan

    • 50% Green Option: $10 per year for each green site that you have the Green Option Plan

    • 100% Green Option: $25 per year for each green site that you have the Green Option Plan

*Plus a daily administration fee of $0.672 per site. 

**Plus a daily administration fee of $0.385 per site.

~Based on an average of the lowest advertised 2-year fixed rates from ATCO Energy, EasyMax, Encor and Direct Energy as of April 27, 2026.

3Our Surge Protection Plan is available for $6.99/month for $1,000 CAD annual coverage or $9.99/month for $2,000 CAD annual coverage. This plan protects personal electronics and appliances from electrical surges. Coverage is available to both existing and new customers enrolled in Dual Fuel, Electric only, or Natural Gas only plans. For details on how to make a claim, FAQs, and additional information about the Surge Protection Plan, please visit directenergy.ca/en/surge-protection. Please review our Terms and Conditions for detailed information regarding your cancellation rights.