Directive 046 Rescission, Directive 017/042 and Mineral Development Updates

This July 2026 newsletter covers upcoming Alberta Energy and Minerals revenue-payment changes, the AER rescission of inspection Manuals 001, 002, and 005, and updates to Directive 077 pipeline testing and operating requirements. It is a useful compliance update for operators managing payments, inspection obligations, and pipeline activities.

This newsletter summarizes proposed changes to Directive 051, updates to closure nomination and liability-management processes, and related AER and Saskatchewan regulatory items.

This issue covers Directive 023 changes, rescission of Directive 026, Directive 056 and Directive 008 updates, drilling and completion cost submissions, and Saskatchewan and BC items.