On February 28, 2024, the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) became the life-cycle regulator for rock-hosted mineral development in Alberta, including responsibility for liability management and security collection under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act and the Conservation and Reclamation Regulation.
We are seeking feedback on our proposed draft Specified Enactment Direction 0XX: Rock-Hosted Mine Liability Process (SED). The draft SED describes the rock-hosted mine liability process (RMLP) that we will use to balance protecting Albertans from rock-hosted mineral mine closure costs while maximizing industry opportunities for responsible and sustainable resource development. The SED outlines the requirements for liability estimation, liability assessment, mine operational net assessment, and security collection.
Overall, the RMLP will help ensure the responsible development of Alberta’s mineral resources, returning the land to equivalent land use capability after mining operations have ceased.
To provide feedback on the draft SED, complete the public comment form on our website. Comments in other formats can be emailed to engagement@aer.ca or mailed to Alberta Energy Regulator, Suite 1000, 250 – 5 Street SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 0R4. Feedback will be accepted through Friday, April 25, 2025.
All feedback received will be reviewed and may be used in finalizing the draft SED. The comments provided through this consultation will form part of the public record and may be attributed to the specific individuals who provided them. Personal information provided with comments will be collected, used, and disclosed in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We may use the personal contact information you provide for follow-up communication related to your feedback.
The draft SED is available on the specified enactment directions landing page.
If you have any questions, contact our Customer Contact Centre by phone at 1-855-297-8311 or by email at inquiries@aer.ca.
