Everything you need to become a DRC Qualified Contractor and deliver CEIP-financed energy improvements across Alberta
All requirements must be satisfied before DRC Qualified Contractor status is granted. Documentation must be provided at registration and kept current throughout your participation in the program.
| Requirement | Details | Verification Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Licence | Active APEGA (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta) or AAA (Alberta Association of Architects) membership in good standing. General Contractors without APEGA/AAA membership may also register. | At registration and annually (APEGA/AAA) |
| Jurisdiction Licences | Valid business licences for all municipalities where you intend to perform work. Must maintain current licensing in each jurisdiction. | At registration and as needed |
| Training | Completion of DRC's mandatory 3-hour video training program covering CEIP regulations, DRC procedures, quality standards, documentation requirements, and reporting obligations. | At registration (one-time) |
| General Liability Insurance | Minimum $5,000,000 general liability insurance coverage from a recognized insurer. DRC must be named as an additional insured on the policy. | At registration and annually |
| Errors and Omissions Insurance | Minimum $2,000,000 errors and omissions (professional liability) insurance coverage. Policy must cover the scope of CEIP work performed. | At registration and annually |
| WCB Coverage | Current Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) clearance certificate. All workers on CEIP projects must be covered under an active WCB account. | At registration and annually |
| Code of Conduct | Signed agreement to DRC's Qualified Contractor Code of Conduct, covering professional standards, conflict of interest, FOIP compliance, and ethical obligations. | At registration (one-time) |
| Marketing Guidelines | Signed agreement to DRC's Marketing Guidelines, governing how contractors represent the CEIP program, DRC, and themselves in advertising and communications. Includes prohibited practices such as misleading claims, high-pressure tactics, and unauthorized use of government branding. | At registration (one-time) |
| Terms and Conditions | Signed agreement to DRC's Qualified Contractor Terms and Conditions, covering ongoing obligations for maintaining qualifications, insurance, reporting, DRC's right to audit, and termination provisions. | At registration (one-time) |
After you submit your registration, DRC will review your application within 5 to 10 business days. During this period, DRC staff will:
If additional documentation is required, DRC will contact you by email. Registration remains in "Documents Requested" status until all items are received.
If you meet the qualification criteria, start your registration today. The online form takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.
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