Energy and mineral development is a complex process with lots of moving parts. Inevitably, our regulatory decisions involve many people with diverse perspectives, values, and concerns. While some people and communities are more affected by energy and mineral projects than others, we understand that we all have an interest in how Alberta’s hydrocarbon and mineral resources are developed. As Alberta’s sole regulator overseeing energy and mineral development from start to finish, we must look at and consider the whole picture through multiple perspectives. This is where the AER’s Multi-Stakeholder Engagement Advisory Committee (MSEAC) comes in.
What is MSEAC?
MSEAC is a long-standing advisory committee of volunteers who represent environmental nongovernmental organizations, Indigenous communities and governments, landowner organizations, community groups, municipal associations, and government. MSEAC sits under the authority of the AER’s president and chief executive officer, and the committee is chaired by the vice president of engagement and communication. The group meets four times a year both virtually and at our head office in Calgary.
MSEAC ensures that we understand the many values, perspectives, and interests of Albertans and Indigenous communities and governments when making regulatory and corporate decisions. Advice and feedback from the committee helps us engage more meaningfully and understand where enhancements to the regulatory system can be considered.
Advice from MSEAC does not replace the need for formal stakeholder and Indigenous engagement.
How do members join?
The AER does not hand-pick the members of MSEAC. Rather, we ask various stakeholder groups and Indigenous communities to select and appoint someone from their organization or community to join the committee.
Contact Us
For questions about MSEAC and its work, please contact our Customer Contact Centre.
