+The Surface Rights e-File Application is a data driven application system for submitting recovery of compensation applications pursuant to section 36 of the Surface Rights Act.
How to access the Surface Rights e-File Application
Step 1: Create an account
All users require a valid MyAlberta Digital ID (MADI) or MyAlberta Digital ID for Business (MADI-B) account in order to login to the application. Individuals submitting an application require a MADI account.
If you are applying on behalf of a business or organization, a MADI-B account is required. The administrator(s) for a MADI-B account will send invitations to other employees of the organization in order to add them under the MADI-B account. Do not invite anyone outside of your organization to join your company's MADI-B account.
Step 2: Log in to the Surface Rights e-File application
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Important: Another individual or company can be delegated to submit an application or notice on your behalf by assigning them as a representative in in the Surface Rights e-File application. An individual or company has the ability to be both a representative and applicant but are required to have separate login access.
Quick reference guides
Quick reference guides (QRGs) provide step-by-step instructions to assist with submitting a recovery of compensation application under section 36 of the Surface Rights Act.
Application Type | Purpose | Quick Reference Guide(s) |
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First Year | This form is for applicants who have not applied to the Land and Property Rights Tribunal for the recovery of compensation before. You must use a separate form for each surface lease agreement (or Board/Tribunal order) and ensure that the anniversary date of your original agreement has passed before you submit an application to recover any missed monies owed. | |
Repeat | This form is for applicants who have previously applied to the Land and Property Rights Tribunal for the recovery of compensation and meet the following criteria:
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Videos
Instructional videos on our page provide step-by-step instructions for getting started with the Surface Rights e-File Application, submitting various application types and making the most of the system's functionality and key features.
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Contact
For technical support with the Surface Rights e-File application system, email lprt.recovery@gov.ab.ca
For assistance with the MyAlberta Digital ID (MADI/MADI-B) login required for access to the Surface Rights e-File Application, email myalbertaid@gov.ab.ca or call 1-844-643-2789