Application Documentation & Guidance

Application Management System (AMS) Guidance

The AMS Guidance section provides information on how to submit an oil and gas application.

Area-based Analysis (ABA) Guidance

This page contains the new Supplementary Information for Area-based Analysis guidance document and other resources to assist with incorporating ABA in applications.

Oil and Gas Activity Application Manual

The Oil and Gas Activity Application Manual is the how-to document for applicants applying for oil and gas and associated activities using the BCER's Application Management System (AMS).

LNG Application and Operations Manual

The Liquefied Natural Gas Facility Permit Application and Operations Manual is intended to provide a reference document for applicants that wish to construct and operate a Liquefied Natural Gas facility in British Columbia, as regulated by the Liquefied Natural Gas Facility Regulation (LNGFR).

Water Licence Application

This page is intended to provide oil and gas operators an overview of the requirements and procedures for applying for and obtaining a water licence from the BC Energy Regulator.

Waste Discharge Authorization Application

This page is intended to provide oil and gas operators an overview of the requirements and procedures for applying for and obtaining discharge authorization from the BC Energy Regulator.

Environmental Flow Needs (EFN) Framework for Water Management (Interim)

Guidance documentation and tool for interim decision-making on applications for water diversion and use in the Blueberry, Upper Beatton, and Lower Sikanni Chief Watersheds