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Modernizing Land Titles

Learn about the steps we are taking to keep Land Titles and Surveys' processes current and efficient.

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  • Modernizing Land Titles

Land Titles and Surveys in-person service is still paused in Calgary and Edmonton to help us reduce processing times and support modernization of our registry system. Support continues to be available through phone and email.

Overview

Albertans and investors depend on the efficient processing of land titles.

The Alberta government is implementing a modernized land titles system to help increase efficiency, streamline processes, reduce wait times and continuously improve services to address Albertans’ evolving needs. Modernization will provide the tools needed to manage the $340 million processed through Alberta’s Land Titles office each day – and the more than $50 billion in real estate transactions conducted each year, which continually reinforce Alberta’s strong economy.

What’s new in Alberta Registry for Land Online (ARLO) 

As part of Land Titles Modernization, new and enhanced digital services will be introduced in ARLO to improve how users search, purchase and access land titles and other registry products.

With multiple enhancements being introduced, stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and review updated guidance as new features become available and to look out for more information on ARLO’s latest features and events in upcoming Title Talk issues.

ARLO is available at Alberta Registry for Land Online (ARLO Site).

  • Map search enhancements

    • All map-based search options (Product, Location, Polygon) are consolidated to the left side of the map, creating a single, consistent location to initiate searches. In addition, a self-service help feature is being introduced within the map to guide users on how to use the new and existing search functionality.

    Why this matters

    • Users will experience a simpler, more intuitive map search process, with all search tools in one place. This reduces confusion, improves efficiency when locating parcels or products, and makes it easier for both new and experienced users to complete searches without relying on external support.

  • Non-standard ATS location search

    • Users can now search and zoom to locations using non-standard ATS formats directly within the map. This will enable searches using non-standard ATS components such as meridian, range, township, survey lot number and survey lot type.

    Why this matters

    • Users working with non-standard land descriptions can now locate parcels directly within the map, eliminating the need for workarounds or external tools. This improves accessibility for specialized parcel searches and ensures a more robust search experience across all land types in Alberta.

  • ARLO Pro Accounts: your organization, fully connected

    • Organizations can set up ARLO Pro Accounts that enable a central Account Administrator to manage users, permissions and account details in one place.
    • If your organization has not nominated your Account Administrator, please email us at [email protected] for further instructions.
    • Onboarding for existing Land Titles account clients began in April 2026 and will continue through to December 2026. 
    • As part of this rollout, nominated Account Administrators should have received emails in April 2026 inviting them to activate their ARLO Pro account, linking their existing Land Titles charge account and inviting team members to join their organization’s account. 

    Why this matters

    • ARLO Pro accounts allow organizations to independently manage user access, permissions, billing and information for all Land Titles & Surveys product and service purchases done within ARLO. Charge accounts linked to an ARLO Pro Account will be invoiced monthly for their ARLO purchases. 

Changes to the act

Provisions in Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2023, related to land titles and the Land Titles Act were proclaimed into force in May 2024. The amendments:

  • allow authorized users of the current electronic submission system – Alberta Land Titles Online (ALTO) – to digitally sign and submit certain documents to Land Titles and Surveys, saving time and expense involved with signing, printing and storing paper originals
  • support future policy development that will enable the digitization of the land title registration process in Alberta, contributing to the modernization of government service delivery

These changes only effect electronic submissions, while paper submission processes remain the same. These changes are not mandatory as you are able to continue your existing practices.

Although some land titles documents can now be electronic, further changes to paper documentation procedures are required before you can complete and submit all land titles documents electronically. However, the changes in May 2024 remove legislative barriers and are a positive step toward providing that service in the future.

Authorized users of Alberta Land Titles Online can access more detailed information about the digital signature policy on ALTO.

As we work to modernize land titles systems and processes, legislation like the Land Titles Act may need more updates to support the evolution of Alberta Land Titles and Surveys.