CACERCanadian Energy Regulator Act, s. 40Primary legislationIn force

Acting Lead and Deputy Lead Commissioners

Establishes succession procedures for the Canadian Energy Regulator: when both the Lead Commissioner and Deputy Lead Commissioner are absent, unable to act, or their positions are vacant, the Minister may designate another commissioner as acting Lead Commissioner for up to 90 days; longer appointments require Governor in Council approval.

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Marginal note:Acting Lead and Deputy Lead Commissioners

  • 40 (1) If both the Lead Commissioner and Deputy Lead Commissioner are absent or unable to act or if there are vacancies in both of those offices, a commissioner designated by the Minister acts as Lead Commissioner.

  • Marginal note:Governor in Council approval

    (2) The designated commissioner is not authorized to act as Lead Commissioner for a period of more than 90 days without the approval of the Governor in Council.

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