About Oil Sands

What is Oil Sands?

A brief introduction to oil sands, what it is, and what it can do. Read more

Oil Sands 101

Oil Sands 101 outlines the entire process, from applying for permits to producing bitumen to reclaiming the land afterwards. This is an excellent starting point to understand oil sands. Read more

Environment

Alberta has made significant strides towards protecting our natural environment, from reduction of greenhouse gases to strict control of water use by industry. Click here for more information. Read more

Facts and Statistics

For quick, at-a-glance facts and statistics about oil sands and the energy industry in Alberta, click on Facts and Statistics. A wide variety of information is available and new information is added frequently, so come back often. Read more

Acronyms

Having trouble remembering the difference between BDM and BVM? The Oil Sands Acronyms page has explanations for every acronym and abbreviation on the Oil Sands website. Read more

Glossary

The Oil Sands Glossary provides definitions for a large selection of terms that appear on the Oil Sands website and in Oil Sands-related forms and documents. Read more

Oil Sands FAQs

Do you have specific questions about oil sands in Alberta? Chances are, someone has already asked. This section provides you with quick and easy answers to commonly asked questions related to oil sands. Read more

External Resources

A selection of links to sites related to oil sands and energy, primarily serving educational, research and public information interests. Please note: Alberta Energy is not responsible for the content or operation of third-party websites or electronic services reached from these links. Read more