Release Date
Effective Date
Replaces the previous edition released on February 24, 2016.
Released with Bulletin 2026-22
See section 1.2 of the directive for what's new.
Purpose of this Directive
This directive is intended to direct participants who wish to apply to the AER for an advance of funds or an award of costs in relation to their participation in a hearing. This directive addresses questions such as the following:
- Who is eligible to claim costs?
- Is advance funding available?
- What are interim awards?
- What are the considerations for awarding costs?
- What costs may be claimed by a participant, lawyer, consultant, or expert?
- How and when should a costs claim be filed?
- What happens if an applicant or approval holder fails to pay costs?
- Can a costs order be appealed?
