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Energy economics : understanding royalties

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It is intended to provide easy-to-understand information about the Province’s royalty system so that Albertans can see how the history and economics of the energy industry impacts their daily lives.

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Energizing investment : a framework to improve Alberta's natural gas and conventional oil competitiveness

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In response to changes in the marketplace, Alberta Energy led a project team that studied Alberta's investment competitiveness with a focus on upstream natural gas and conventional oil... More ≫

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In response to changes in the marketplace, Alberta Energy led a project team that studied Alberta's investment competitiveness with a focus on upstream natural gas and conventional oil development. The study assessed the ways in which Alberta's competitive share of energy investment has shifted, and the factors contributing to such shifts. It also considered ways in which Alberta can improve its ability to attract natural gas and conventional oil investment. The Government of Alberta reviewed the project committee's resulting Technical Report and has accepted its recommendations on the most effective ways to improve Alberta's competitiveness in conventional upstream oil and gas. This framework outlines the actions that the government will take to improve the province's competitiveness in these areas.

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Oil and gas royalties in Alberta

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Royalties help fund important programs like health, education and infrastructure. They ensure that Albertans receive a portion of the benefits arising from the development of the province’s energy... More ≫

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Royalties help fund important programs like health, education and infrastructure. They ensure that Albertans receive a portion of the benefits arising from the development of the province’s energy resources. This fact sheet explains what royalties are and how they are calculated.

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Alberta at a crossroads : Royalty Review Advisory Panel report

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The main focus of the Royalty Review Advisory Panel’s report and recommendations is on modernizing the framework for crude oil, liquids and natural gas to fulfill the mandate given to the Panel:... More ≫

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The main focus of the Royalty Review Advisory Panel’s report and recommendations is on modernizing the framework for crude oil, liquids and natural gas to fulfill the mandate given to the Panel: Provide optimal returns to Albertans as owners of the resource; Continue to encourage industry investment; Encourage diversification opportunities such as value-added processing, innovation or other forms of investment in Alberta; and Support responsible development of the resource.

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Our fair share : report of the Alberta Royalty Review Panel to the Hon. Lyle Oberg, Minister of Finance, 18 September 2007

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Albertans do not receive their fair share from energy development. The royalty rates and formulas have not kept pace with changes in the resource base and world energy markets. Albertans own the... More ≫

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Albertans do not receive their fair share from energy development. The royalty rates and formulas have not kept pace with changes in the resource base and world energy markets. Albertans own the resource. The onus is on their government to re-balance the royalty and tax system so that a fair share is collected. This must be done within an equitable and flexible administrative framework that maintains Alberta's competitive edge for energy investment.

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Oil sands information bulletin [2010 to 2011]

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The purpose of an Information Bulletin is to notify industry regarding items such as proposed changes to legislation, regulations or operating procedures with the intent of soliciting feedback;... More ≫

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The purpose of an Information Bulletin is to notify industry regarding items such as proposed changes to legislation, regulations or operating procedures with the intent of soliciting feedback; new programs or changes to existing programs, projects, services, strategies or organizational structures; and industry participation in department initiatives.

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