The AUC listens and follows up with complaints related to compliance and enforcement issues in the Alberta utility industry such as:

  • Environmental concerns related to power generation facilities, power lines and substations.
  • Wildlife impacts caused by the presence, construction and operation of electric and natural gas facilities.
  • Noise concerns that may exceed cumulative noise allowances.
  • Issues concerning right-of-way access and situations where utility companies have not complied with conditions set out in AUC decisions about the construction and operation of utility infrastructure.
  • The escalation of complaints where it is believed that utility rates have been charged unfairly or incorrectly or when terms and conditions of service are not being applied correctly.
  • Allegations of energy market wrongdoings. Note: Cases are reported to the Market Surveillance Administrator and the allegation is adjudicated by the AUC.

A complaint may be closed if:

  • The submission cannot be substantiated.
  • Information is insufficient to warrant further action.
  • The regulated entity voluntarily resolved the matter.

The AUC may initiate a formal complaint proceeding through its enforcement and compliance process if a complaint or dispute is unable to be resolved. Questions or concerns related to the AUC​’s enforcement process can be directed to info@auc.ab.ca.

Complaints should contain as many details as possible by identifying the issue, date or dates of the occurrence and documentation where possible. If you have a complaint, please fill out a Complaint form and submit it to info@auc.ab.ca. Please download the form and save it to your computer before hitting the submit button to ensure the submit function works properly.

image