Free Access to CSA Standards
Canadians now have free, online access to important technical standards meant to keep pipelines safe. The BC Energy Regulator (BCER) is part of a group of energy regulators in western Canada that worked on the initiative, providing free access to several CSA safety standards, including CSA Z662, the main safety standard for designing, building and operating pipelines in Canada.
Visit the CSA Group website to find the list of standards now available to download at no fee: Petroleum & Natural Gas Standards - CSA Group Follow these instructions to get started.
Winter Wildfire Hazards - For Companies Working in Wildfire Affected Areas
With the recent drought conditions and impacts from wildfire, particularly in northeast B.C., the BC Forest Safety Council is providing some winter wildfire safety tips, found here: Safety-Alert-of-the-Month-Nov-2023-Final.pdf (bcforestsafe.org)
2023/24 - 2025-26 Service Plan published
The British Columbia Energy Regulator's (BCER) service plan, which outlines strategic priorities for the organization, was published Feb.28, 2023.
BRFN Agreement - Rules for Oil and Gas Development
Following the provincial announcement on Jan. 18, 2023 of an implementation agreement (Agreement) with Blueberry River First Nations (BRFN), the BC Energy Regulator (BCER) and Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions (Ministry) are jointly releasing further information about the Agreement and specific to the petroleum and natural gas industry.
In order to provide early guidance and information to the oil and gas sector, the BCER has posted a summary of Rules for Oil and Gas Development.