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Services and information
Parties in a surface rights dispute can participate in a meeting facilitated by the Board to try to resolve the matter.
Parties in dispute over surface rights issues can apply for mediation to attempt to resolve the problem before a hearing.
What to include in a written submission for a surface rights dispute hearing.
How to prepare for an oral or in-person hearing for surface right disputes, and what to expect during the hearing.
Parties who disagree with a Compensation Order issued by the Board may appeal the Order to the Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench.
Introduction
Many issues relating to surface rights are resolved between the operator and the landowners without any need to contact the Surface Rights Board. When the Surface Rights Board does become involved, very often the issue can be resolved through guided discussion between the landowner and operation without a hearing. This section discusses the procedures for each of the ways that the Surface Rights Board assists in resolving disputes.