Regulatory Framework
The NEB regulatory framework applies to all core responsibilities and is comprised of applicable Acts, regulations, guidance materials, documents, as well as certificates, orders and other regulatory instruments used to regulate the industry. We develop and communicate regulations, guidance materials, and related processes to regulated companies and the public. The NEB adopts a continual improvement approach and updates elements of its framework based on policy shifts, best practices and inputs from stakeholders.
Expected Regulatory Framework Program Outcome…
NEB’s regulatory framework is robust, current and regulatory requirements and expectations are clear and publicly available.
… to support the prevention of harm to people or the environment throughout the lifecycle of energy-related activities.
The percentage of recommendations following the program effectiveness review implemented within timelines, in order to enhance the framework and ensure alignment with best practices.
- Target 75%
The percentage of surveyed stakeholders that agree that regulatory requirements and expectations are clear.
- Target 75%
- Results
2016-17 No Results - Results
2017-18 66.1%
Key Regulatory Framework projects completed to date
Updated Emergency Management Filing Requirements
Landowners’ Guide to Land Agreements (with LMG)
Updated NEB Event Reporting Guidelines (including submission of incident cost data)
Guidance for Damage Prevention for Municipal Operations and Maintenance Activities
CSA Z662 Public Access Initiative
Pipeline Quality Assurance Technical Workshop, Safety Advisory, and Order MO-003-2018