Dam Safety Program Annual Reports

The AER Dam Safety Program Report presents a comprehensive overview of Alberta’s regulatory framework for dams and outlines how this framework is implemented through our dam safety program. The report highlights key program activities, compliance assurance initiatives, and evaluates overall program effectiveness.

The AER regulates dams associated with energy development in Alberta, including oil sands mining, in situ oil sands projects, coal mining, and oil and gas operations. The primary objective of the program is to ensure consistent regulatory oversight, ensuring dam owners meet the requirements set out in the Water (Ministerial) Regulation and the Dam and Canal Safety Directive, while also adhering to industry best practices. This report reflects the AER’s ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability by providing public access to information on program outcomes.