The following is a list of pilot requests received since 2024, which is updated monthly. We use pilot findings and learnings to continually evolve a modern and efficient regulatory system that keeps pace with innovation. For more information, see Pilots and Innovations.
If you have questions regarding the pilots listed in the table, contact inquiries@aer.ca.
| Request Date Sort ascending | Company name | Sector | Decision Date | Decision Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cenovus Energy Inc. | Oil Sands Mining Pilots | Approved | |||
Company requested for an extension of the experimental scheme approval to conduct further testing for another 2 years. Testing will include optimizing and validating Jetshear technology, determine maintenance cycles and cleaning frequencies of varying equipment. Cold Lake Oil Sands 2 years PR5-Cenovus | |||||
| Canadian Natural Resources Limited | Oil Sands Mining Pilots | Approved | |||
Company requested to test SNF polymer FLOPAM DCN0333 to improve thickener performance, focusing on underflow density and overflow water clarity to improve tailings on-specification performance. CNRL Horizon - Extraction Plant 0 - 6 months PR4-CNRL | |||||
| Cardinal Energy Ltd. | Well Integrity Surface Casing Vent Flow / Gas Migration Repair Pilots | Approved | |||
Company requested to use a product that uses natural soil microbes to produce limestone through a controlled metabolic process. When applied to well leakage pathways, it forms crystalline calcium carbonate, sealing and repairing surface casing vent flows and gas migration. NA 6 - 12 months PR3-Cardinal | |||||
