Authoritative Document Questions (ADQs), Waivers or Variances and Technical Feasibility Exception

The ADQ Process is intended provide support for market participants, including:

• Authoritative Document Questions: Get clear answers to your queries about authoritative documents and specific requirements in those documents.
• Waivers & Variances: Seek assistance with obtaining waivers or variances for specific market requirements.

The AESO encourages Market Participants to thoroughly review the Authoritative Documents, which include ISO rules, Alberta Reliability Standards, the ISO tariff, and any related Information Documents pertaining to the particular subject area of interest.

In the event that Market Participants need further information regarding the requirements of an existing Authoritative Document, please refer to:

ID #2017-001, Guidance on Authoritative Document Questions.

In the event Market Participants need further information regarding the requirements of a proposed new or amended Authoritative Document, we encourage you to participate in the related stakeholder engagement process found on AESO Engage.

Requests for a Waiver or Variance to an Authoritative Document Requirement

The AESO may consider and grant a waiver of, or variance to, Authoritative Document requirements where it has authority to do so. If you have a request for a waiver or variance, including a technical feasibility exception, please refer to:

ID #2020-007, Waivers and Variances Requests

Contact Information

To submit a ADQ, or a Waiver or Variance 

email: ADQ@aeso.ca 

For all other inquiries please see the Contact Us page on AESO.ca