Hydro-Quebec is giving a $535 million refund to its customers

For a change, Hydro-Québec is going to giving its customers money.

Following the adoption of Bill 34 this past December, Hydro-Québec will dishing out a total amount of $535 million  to customers who were account holders in 2018 or 2019.

If you are still a Hydro-Québec customer, a credit will be applied to your bill in the coming weeks and the amount will be indicated on your bill.

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The refund amount is calculated based on the quantity of electricity that each customer used in 2018 and 2019. “The refund will correspond to 2.49% of each customer’s consumption between January 1, 2018, and December 31, 2019,” reads the utility company’s press release.

While the average refund will amount to about $60, the company has attached a chart providing an overview of the refund based on your type of home.

Hydro-Québec

“Naturally, the number of occupants, electricity use habits and features of the home, such as insulation and energy efficiency, may have a significant impact on the amount of the refund,” states Hydro-Québec.

People who were account holders in 2018 or 2019, but who are no longer Hydro-Québec customers will receive their credit by cheque.

To receive their cheque, former customers must get in touch with the company by visiting the Hydro-Québec website or by calling a customer service representative at 1-888-385-725.