Introduction
The Farmers’ Advocate Office (FAO) was merged with the Property Rights Advocate Office (PRAO) in October 2020 to form the new Farmers’ and Property Rights Advocate Offices (FPRAO). The staff from the FAO and PRAO work collaboratively and meet formally under the direction of the advocate to effectively manage work priorities and advocate on behalf of property owners and rural Albertans.
Mandates
The FAO assists in the resolution of disputes, provides timely information to the farming community on matters of concern, and advocates on behalf of rural landowners by bringing their concerns and ideas to decision-makers. The PRAO’s mandate differs in that staff are not directly involved in resolving property rights disputes. Instead, they provide information and resources and make recommendations to the Legislative Assembly to address common concerns raised by stakeholders.
In focus
The Office listens to Albertans’ concerns about property rights and communicates them to government.
This issues-driven office provides timely information to rural Albertans and supports fair process through advice and advocacy.
Contact
Connect with our offices:
Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Farmers’ Advocate Office
Toll free: 310-FARM (3276) (in Alberta)
Phone: 403-742-7901 (outside Alberta)
Email: [email protected] or Ask us a question online
Property Rights Advocate Office
Phone: 780-638-3265
Email: [email protected]
Mailing address:
J.G. O'Donoghue Building
Farmers' and Property Rights Advocate Offices (FPRAO)
7000 113 Street
Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6