ERS Frequently Asked Questions

If there are mineral rights on my property, do I own them or does the Government of Alberta own them? How can I determine who has ownership of the mineral rights?
How do I find out who leases the mineral rights for land surrounding my property?
Who do I contact for information regarding my rights as a landowner and potential environmental concerns when a company is asking to drill an oil or natural gas well on my property?
The use of water by the oil and natural gas industry is increasingly becoming an issue of concern for many Albertans. How much water does the oil and natural gas industry use
What is the Government of Alberta doing to manage water use by industry to ensure the quantity and quality of our water resources for Albertans now and in the future?
Why does the oil and natural gas industry need water to produce oil and natural gas resources?
How is the Government of Alberta working to protect wildlife in areas where resource development occurs?
Last reviewed/revised: 2011-11-04