The AER is connected to communities throughout Alberta and is deeply rooted in the history and culture of the province. We work closely with communities to ensure that energy development is done responsibly, with communities in mind.
Synergy groups bring communities and companies to the table
On Christmas Day, 1974, Judy Winter and her husband took ownership of a family farm in a community that looks very different today. From her kitchen window, Winter can see…
For many Canadians, the closest we’ve come to war is by watching movies. However, for the 2.3 million Canadians who have served in the military, as peacekeepers or in other…
Alternative dispute resolution helps stakeholders overcome conflicts
Swiss psychologist Carl Jung said that the most intense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security and calm that is not easily disturbed. That’s why alternative…
An AER video series makes complex topics more accessible
You shouldn’t have to be an engineer, geologist, seismologist, or biologist to understand what’s going on in Alberta’s oilpatch. When Albertans asked for clear,…
In 2014, the AER launched a project to help identify the key attributes of an “excellent” regulator, understand how the AER can adopt these attributes, and measure its…