Regulatory


Cenovus fined after wastewater release from former Husky owned pipeline

Wednesday, June 7, 2023, 5:57 AM MDT

Cenovus Energy is facing a fine over a release of wastewater into a wetland. In 2020, a pipeline then belonging…

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Near miss on Hebron platform in May, reports offshore regulator

Tuesday, June 6, 2023, 6:43 AM MDT

Canada's offshore oil and gas regulator says there was a “near miss'' on ExxonMobil's Hebron platform in late May. The…

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Project progress under Impact Assessment Act remains slow, says report

Monday, May 1, 2023, 2:52 PM MDT

The approvals process for major projects in Canada continues to be slow and cumbersome under revamped environmental assessment legislation, according…

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Expert guidance for securing licences from Alberta Energy Regulator

Friday, March 24, 2023, 10:12 AM MDT

Avoid resubmissions, denials and potential statement of concerns filed against applications with a new course developed by three regulatory experts.…

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Alberta information commissioner to investigate Kearl tailings leak notifications

Thursday, March 23, 2023, 6:45 AM MDT

Alberta’s information commissioner has started an investigation into how the province's energy regulator notified the public about tailings pond releases…

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Best practices to secure licensing approvals from the Alberta Energy Regulator

Friday, March 10, 2023, 2:28 PM MST

A new regulatory course will help those who submit applications to operate pipelines, wells and facilities in Alberta’s oil and…

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Regulator orders TC Energy to reduce operating pressure on Keystone pipeline

Thursday, March 9, 2023, 6:17 AM MST

A U.S. regulator has ordered TC Energy Corp. to lower the operating pressure on the entire Keystone pipeline system. The…

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Compliance made easy – streamline AER processes, build trust

Tuesday, February 21, 2023, 6 AM MST

A practical course will provide actionable insights and strategies for oil and gas companies to improve their compliance efforts, build…

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Hands-on: Emissions Management: Applicable Codes, Standards and Practices

Monday, January 16, 2023, 6:48 AM MST

Learn how to meet the applicable codes, standards and practices for emissions management in a new course delivered by two…

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Last chance! Expand your understanding of key components of a liability management plan

Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 9:29 AM MST

Three former employees with the Alberta Energy Regulator will share essential insights, tips and tactics to guide an energy deal…

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How does the AER’s new liability management program impact all operators in Alberta?

Wednesday, November 2, 2022, 2:02 PM MDT

Three energy regulator experts and former AER senior employees are offering a course to help operators understand the new mandatory…

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Unpack major rules governing liability, closure and reclamation in Alberta

Friday, October 21, 2022, 2:50 PM MDT

A company's financial health and active and inactive well inventory are now considered when the AER makes its regulatory and licensing decisions.…

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