Comparison of electricity prices
The rates applicable to Hydro‑Québec’s residential customers are among the lowest in North America.
The rates applicable to Hydro‑Québec’s residential customers are among the lowest in North America.
Consumption: 1,000 kWh/month
Hydro‑Québec = 100
Monthly bill (excluding taxes)
Rates in effect April 1, 2018.
This graph illustrates inflation rates and energy prices in Québec from 1963 to 2020. Electricity prices follow the inflation curve while oil and natural gas prices show greater fluctuations. Based on information available to date, the Canadian consumer price index is 850. The price index for electricity is 762, compared to 1,077 for natural gas and 2,140 for oil.
Sources: Hydro-Québec, Bloomberg Oil Buyer's Guide and Statistics Canada (2019 data for oil and 2020 data for gas).
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