Aboriginal Relations Frequently Asked Questions

In Alberta, the provincial Crown owns 81 per cent of the province's mineral rights. The remaining 19 per cent are “freehold” mineral rights owned by the federal government on behalf of First Nations or in National Parks, and by individuals and companies.

The mineral rights under the majority of Indian Reserves in Alberta are held by the federal Government (Canada) for the benefit of the First Nation.  There are only a few exceptions to this in Alberta.

Indian Oil and Gas Canada (IOGC), a federal government agency, administers the minerals under the majority of Alberta Indian Reserves.   For more information contact:

Indian Oil and Gas Canada
Suite 100, 9911 Chula Boulevard
Tsuu T’ina (Sarcee), Alberta   T2W 6H6

Tel:  (403) 292-5625
Fax: (403) 292-5618

Information on Crown subsurface dispositions or activities is available through the Alberta Department of Energy.  This information is contained within the Alberta Mineral Information (AMI) system.

For information on Crown subsurface dispositions or activities contact Crown Land Data Support at 780-422-5727 or toll-free within Alberta by dialing 310-0000 first.

For information on Alberta Crown untitled surface lands contact Alberta Sustainable Resource Development at 780-427-3570 or toll-free within Alberta by first dialing 310-0000.