Condition Compliance and Lifecycle Approach

On March 11, 2010, the NEB approved the Keystone XL Pipeline Project subject to 22 conditions. These conditions relate to public safety, protection of the environment, and continued consultation between the company, landowners and Indigenous peoples.

The CER oversees all aspects of the Keystone XL Project in Canada including:

• Compliance with Conditions
• Construction (approx. 150 km of pipe installed) [Document 3933621]
• Operation and Maintenance [Folder 961507]
• Indigenous Monitoring Program
• Post Construction
• Compliance and Enforcement

The conditions attached to the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity remain in effect, as well as the associated Orders that require TC Energy to file documentation with the CER to demonstrate compliance. See documents and any related correspondence here: [Folder 609772].

Although the Keystone XL Pipeline Project does not require any further approvals from the CER other than ongoing condition compliance relating to the existing approvals, the company must obtain any applicable provincial or other permitting agencies’ permits, approvals or authorizations, if any are required.

CER continues oversight role of KXL - January 25, 2021

What Compliance Verification Activities and Enforcement Actions has the CER carried out for the Keystone XL Project?

Compliance Verification Activity (CVA) Reports for the Keystone XL Project are available and searchable by activity type. Enforcement actions are also publicly available.

Keystone XL Operation and Maintenance Activities

Companies must carry out operations and maintenance activities for the safe and secure operation of their facilities. As part of ongoing oversight of pipelines, companies are required to submit Operations and Maintenance Notifications, if they meet certain criteria (such as working near bodies of water). Operations and Maintenance Notifications filed by the company can be found here: [Folder 961507]

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