Landowner Compensation Matters

Easement / Right-of-way agreements are private contracts between a landowner and a company. A change of jurisdiction would not impact the content or enforceability of existing agreements.

NEB

A landowner or a company can request to re-negotiate an agreement with the other party. The NEB may provide assistance through its Appropriate Dispute Resolution Program (ADR) to resolve issues, but cannot decide on a monetary amount to be paid.

With respect to matters of compensation, on request from a landowner or a pipeline company, this may be done through an arbitration committee appointed by the Minister of Natural Resources Canada. In order to appoint an arbitration committee, the Minister must be satisfied that the damages caused by the pipeline company are directly related to the acquisition of lands for the pipeline; construction of the pipeline; or, inspection, maintenance or repair of the pipeline.

For further information on negotiation or arbitration services provided by the Minister of Natural Resources Canada, click here to access their Web site or contact their office at 613-992-9612.

ERCB

Energy Resouces Conversation Board Website