The Remediation Process Guide (RPG) is technical guidance providing the framework for regulated companies to demonstrate they are effectively anticipating, preventing, managing and mitigating the adverse effects of contamination related to their facilities, along with how to demonstrate remediation of contamination. The RPG explains the CER’s remediation process and reporting requirements, engagement requirements, and expectations to progress contaminated sites toward remediation.
Comment Period Closed
The public comment period for the Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide (RPG) closed on 6 October 2026. The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) thanks all participants who took the time to review the draft guidance and provide feedback. Feedback received during the comment period is being reviewed and considered as part of the guidance update process.
The CER is currently assessing submissions and determining any revisions required before finalizing the guidance. The final 2026 Remediation Process Guide is anticipated to be released later in 2026.
Written Submissions
The period for submitting written comments has now ended and the CER is no longer accepting submissions for this review. Feedback received before the close of the comment period will inform the final version of the guide.
Contact Us
For questions about the Remediation Process Guide update, please contact rpg-gpa_review@cer-rec.gc.ca. Participants will be notified of the final 2026 RPG publication and related announcements, and project updates will be available through CER Dialogue.
Background
The Remediation Process Guide (RPG) is technical guidance providing the framework for regulated companies to demonstrate they are effectively anticipating, preventing, managing and mitigating the adverse effects of contamination related to their facilities, along with how to demonstrate remediation of contamination. The RPG explains the CER’s remediation process and reporting requirements, engagement requirements, and expectations to progress contaminated sites toward remediation.
Comment Period Closed
The public comment period for the Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide (RPG) closed on 6 October 2026. The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) thanks all participants who took the time to review the draft guidance and provide feedback. Feedback received during the comment period is being reviewed and considered as part of the guidance update process.
The CER is currently assessing submissions and determining any revisions required before finalizing the guidance. The final 2026 Remediation Process Guide is anticipated to be released later in 2026.
Written Submissions
The period for submitting written comments has now ended and the CER is no longer accepting submissions for this review. Feedback received before the close of the comment period will inform the final version of the guide.
Contact Us
For questions about the Remediation Process Guide update, please contact rpg-gpa_review@cer-rec.gc.ca. Participants will be notified of the final 2026 RPG publication and related announcements, and project updates will be available through CER Dialogue.
Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide has finished this stage
Public review period launched on July 6, 2026. Interested parties invited to review the Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide and provide written feedback.
Written Comment Period (July-October 2026)
Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide has finished this stage
Participants submitted feedback on the draft guide. The comment period closed on October 6, 2026.
Review, Revision, and Finalization (Fall 2026)
Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide is currently at this stage
CER reviews submissions, incorporates feedback where appropriate, and finalizes the 2026 Remediation Process Guide for publication.
Publication of Final 2026 RPG (Late 2026)
this is an upcoming stage for Draft 2026 Remediation Process Guide
Final Remediation Process Guide is released and published.
