Author: Darrel Pratt

When Were Utilities Deregulated In Alberta?

1996. Alberta’s deregulated electricity market began in 1996, when the Electric Utilities Act came into effect. Who deregulated utilities in Alberta? Alberta’s foray into deregulated power began in April 1998, when Ralph Klein’s Progressive Conservative government passed the Utilities Amendment Act. When did Alberta privatize utilities? January 1, 1996The History of Alberta’s Deregulated Electricity Market […]

What Is The Role Of The Alberta Energy And Utilities Board?

We regulate the safe, responsible, and efficient development of Alberta’s energy resources, including oil, oil sands, natural gas, and coal. What is the role of the AER? The AER regulates wholesale and retail energy markets, and energy networks, under national energy legislation and rules. Our functions mostly relate to energy markets in eastern and southern […]

Who Is The Minister Of Parks In Alberta?

The head of the new provincial ministry that oversees Alberta’s parks says there will be a new emphasis on putting people in them. “We want to have parks for the people,” Forestry, Parks and Tourism Minister Todd Loewen said after receiving his mandate letter from Premier Danielle Smith on Tuesday. Who is the Minister of […]

What Is My Cambridge Id Number?

The Candidate ID is a combination of letters and numbers (e.g. SIR094701) and the Secret number is a 4 digit PIN number (e.g. 8482). Both numbers can be found on the Confirmation of Entry which you should have received when you registered for your exam. How do I find my Cambridge ID number? What is […]

Who Regulates Power In Alberta?

The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC). The Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) regulates investor-owned electric, gas and water utilities, some municipally-owned electric utilities, and Regulated Retailers of electricity and natural gas. Who regulates electricity in Alberta? Alberta Utilities CommissionElectricity agencies A number of arms-length agencies oversee Alberta’s electricity system and receive their powers through the Electric Utilities […]