Updates on the new B.C. oil and gas royalty framework
Last updated on July 21, 2026This page summarizes the changes announced in the new B.C. oil and gas royalty framework.
These changes will be effective starting January 1, 2027.
Invoice specification file for the new royalty framework
The invoice specification file for the new royalty framework is now available: Invoice Specification CSV – New Royalty Framework (XLSX, 100KB) (Updated July 21, 2026). Use the file to prepare production accounting systems for the new royalty framework.
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Read the news release from the Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions about the revamped oil and gas royalty framework.
Contact information
Contact us if you have questions about the transition to the new royalty framework.
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