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Volume 5.2
August 2000
“a connection, tie or link between individuals or a group.”
CAPLA GENERAL
MEETING
Will be held: Sept. 19, 2000 at
The 400 Club
710 - 4th Avenue S.W.
Dinner
4:30 - 8:00 p.m.
See Registration Form on Page 27
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Sonia Herasymowych
Topic:
Fast, Smart & in Control
Deadline for next
CAPLA NEXUS:
September 8, 2000
IN THIS EDITION....
PanCanadian’s Fee Title Lands . . . . . . . . .2
MESSAGE FROM...
Candace Bakay, Conference Chair
CAPLA's third biannual conference “CAPLA 2000 & Beyond” was held at the
Calgary Convention Centre June 22-23 and extended to various venues for
Saturday events held on June 24th. The Conference educational series included
information pertaining to Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia as well
as Public Lands (Federal), Yukon and North West Territories. The Conference
Committee was committed to provide delegates with up-to-date information on
all of the Canadian frontiers. The caliber of the conference and the volunteers
was praised by our speakers.
In addition to government-related courses, we had many outstanding
instructors present a variety of topics. This was the first year we held a course
off-site, and the SAIT Production Tour was a wonderful experience for everyone
involved. Our instructors turned out to be both informative and entertaining, as
was evident to anyone outside the classrooms listening to the laughter spill into
the reception area.
CAPLA Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Getting to Know Geographic
Information System (GIS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Tearing Down Some Old Barriers . . . . . . . .7
Premier’s Award of Excellence for 2000 . .8
Internationally renowned speaker Darsell Karringten dazzled us with his
presentation "Ignorance is not Bliss" on Thursday, and then pushed past all of
our expectations with "Workplace 2000 Tools for Success" on Friday. I know
many of us left the luncheons completely rejuvenated and ready to take on the
world!
Welcome to the IOGC Corner . . . . . . . . . .9
CAPLA Board Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
CAPLA 2000 Board of Directors . . . . . . .11
2000 & Beyond Committee Highlights . .12
“KUDOS” for CAPLA 2000 & Beyond . . .15
You Wanted to Know! . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Committee Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Speaker’s Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Upcoming CAPLA Seminars . . . . . . . . . .28
Upcoming CAPL Courses . . . . . . . . . . . .30
New CAPLA Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Member Info Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
As our organization is fairly young, we chose to promote our objectives and
accomplishments, and gain support from our management, through interaction
and networking. Corporate management and landmen were invited to join us
during our luncheons for a view of CAPLA's conference. Many positive
responses relating to our professionalism and educational focus have been
received.
For those members who could not make it to the conference, we are offering
copies of all presentations for a fee of $20/session. If you would like to obtain
any of these notes, please contact Linda Westbury @ 260-1836.
This year we filled 18 booths in the Exhibitor Hall. We had representatives from
Alberta and British Columbia Governments, Indian Oil & Gas, SAIT, Mount Royal
and Olds College, to name a few. Response from exhibitors was extremely
favorable, with a number of companies enthusiastic to return in 2002.
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Sponsors for this year's conference are too numerous
to list, but I wish to thank each and every one of them
for their contribution towards making the 2000
Conference the success it was. A listing of all sponsors
will be located in the Conference section of the CAPLA
website @ www.caplacanada.org in the near future.
revisit old ones. Time and hard work were rewarded
with the opportunity to build new relationships, to
enhance personal development and, most of all, the
enjoyment and personal satisfaction for a job well
done.
CAPLA's next conference will be May 30 to June 1,
2002 at the Round-up Centre, Calgary Exhibition and
Stampede Grounds. I look forward to seeing you all
there!
I would like to thank the Committee Chairs and
volunteers for their dedication and commitment in
providing delegates the opportunity to expand upon
their knowledge, to meet new acquaintances and to
PANCANADIAN'S FEE TITLE LANDS
PanCanadian Petroleum Limited holds fee title to 10.8 million gross acres of mineral rights - 9.5 million in
Alberta, one million in Saskatchewan, and 300,000 in Manitoba. The story of these fee lands goes back more
than a century to the creation of the Canadian Pacific Railway. It is the story of Western Canada and of our
industry. The following article, reprinted with a little editing from our July 1990 company newsletter, is a short
history of our fee lands.
Vicki Perkins, PanCanadian Petroleum Limited
Under the terms of British Columbia's admission to Confederation in 1871, the Dominion Government
committed to complete a transcontinental railway within ten years from the date of the union.
Progress was slow and little was done to keep the promise to B.C. When Sir John A. Macdonald returned to
power in 1878, he realized that action must be taken to prevent a threatened secession of B.C. from
Confederation. He persuaded George Stephen, President of the Bank of Montreal, to form a syndicate to take
over the completion and operation of the Canadian Pacific Railway, although this was considered a very risky
venture.
An Act of Parliament ratifying the contract was passed on February 15, 1881, whereby Canadian Pacific
undertook to complete the transcontinental railway by May 1, 1891 and to "thereafter and forever efficiently
maintain, work and run the Canadian Pacific Railway". (Incidentally, the railroad was completed five years
ahead of the contract date.) In consideration, the government agreed to grant the Company $25 million in cash,
25 million acres of Crown land in Manitoba and the Northwest Territories (now Alberta and Saskatchewan),
and the lines already constructed or under contract, totalling 713 miles, together with certain customs and tax
concessions.
At this time, Canada was little more than a geographical expression, and the population west of the Great Lakes
did not exceed 170,000. To encourage settlement, the government also made similar deals with other
companies for shorter local railways, with subsidies of land adjacent to the proposed rights-of-way, usually 640
acres per mile. Some of these companies eventually became part of the Canadian Pacific system.
A pattern was established for selection of the CPR's lands - all odd-numbered sections (except sections 11 and
29, reserved for schools) in a belt 24 miles wide on both sides of the right-of-way. These lands, once settled,
were expected to provide traffic for the line so the Company had the right to reject lands that were not "fairly
fit for settlement". The lands between Swift Current and Calgary were rejected, as average rainfall in the area
was considered insufficient for growing crops without irrigation. Consequently, some land allocations were
made in areas considerably removed from the route. The acreage evaluation and selection was a big job, and
the land grant was not completed until 1903 when the Irrigation Block in southern Alberta was selected.
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In the early days when Canadian Pacific sold lands to settlers, they sold all rights with the surface, making no
reservation of mineral rights. Consequently, most of PanCanadian's mineral rights are located in Alberta - the
last province to be overtaken by the westward push of settlers. As the CPR was a major consumer of coal and
coal was known to exist beneath Railway lands, it soon began to reserve coal rights. Later this was extended
to "Coal and Valuable Stone" and, around 1905, to "Coal, Petroleum and Valuable Stone". It wasn't until
Canadian Pacific formed the Department of Natural Resources in 1912 that the reservation was extended to
"all Mines and Minerals".
The first important hydrocarbon activity on CPR lands began with the Coste Agreement. Eugene Coste, a
geologist from Montreal, entered into a contract in the early 1900s to explore the CPR's lands for oil in Alberta's
first major exploration venture. His first big discovery was the Bow Island gas field, discovered by the "Old
Glory" well in 1909. In 1911, he formed the company now known as Canadian Western Natural Gas Company
Limited. It built pipelines to Calgary and Lethbridge, and communities enroute, which were completed in 1912.
Gas deliveries to consumers in southern Alberta began soon after.
The next big oil industry event was the discovery, with the drilling of the Dingman well in 1914, of the Turner
Valley field, which brought an increased interest in CPR mineral rights. Ten years later, Royalite #4 at Turner
Valley was drilled on CPR coal and petroleum land, discovering a deeper and more productive naphtha-rich gas
formation and bringing new life to the field.
The discovery of the Leduc field in February of 1947 kicked off the modern oil industry. A legal case - the Borys
case - arose out of Leduc activity and established two important principles that are still fundamental to our
business. First, it confirmed that the "rule of capture" applies in Canada, subject to conservation laws and
regulations. This rule provides that "those who make the recovery become owners of the material which they
withdraw from any well which is situated on their property or from which they have the authority to draw".
Thus the rule of capture gives ownership of hydrocarbons to the producer, "although it may be proved that part
of such oil and gas migrated from adjoining lands".
The second principle involved the legal definition of "petroleum". Mr. Borys owned fee simple lands acquired
from the CPR, on which the CPR had reserved "all coal, petroleum, and valuable stone". In 1949, the CPR leased
the petroleum to Imperial Oil and they began drilling. Mr. Borys sought an injunction to restrain Imperial from
interfering with or disposing of his natural gas. The other parties claimed that the petroleum lease included all
natural gas. The case made its way through the court system and the Privy Council ruled that the reservation
of petroleum included all hydrocarbons in a liquid state in the reservoir. The fact that these liquids change state,
due to pressure and temperature changes when brought to the surface, does not affect the ownership of the
substance. Accordingly, the titles to PanCanadian's petroleum fee lands only include natural gas if it is in a liquid
state in the reservoir.
The CPR's grant lands were transferred to Canadian Pacific Oil and Gas Limited when it was incorporated in
1958 to develop mineral rights owned by the Railway Company. In 1971, CPOG became PanCanadian. As you
can see, Canadian Pacific played an important role in the development of Western Canada and the Canadian oil
and gas industry.
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CAPLA UPDATES
CAPLA ROSTER - Is your information correct?
This edition of NEXUS includes a Roster Information Verification form addressed
individually to each CAPLA member. The form displays your current information and is used
for data verification. If you wish your information to be accurately reflected in the Roster,
please review the information, make the required changes and return this form to the CAPLA
Office. The response deadline is Friday, September 8th, 2000. Responses received in the
CAPLA Office after this date will not be reflected in the 2001 Roster. If you did not receive
this form with your NEXUS, please call (571-0640) or email the Office
([email protected]) to request a copy.
The 2001 Roster will be distributed with the October NEXUS.
NEW WEBSITE and NEW EMAIL - Jot them down!
Website: www.caplacanada.org
Email: [email protected]
Many of the calls received by the CAPLA Office are requests for general information about
CAPLA, its forms, events, and publications. Please check our website, which contains a
wealth of information that is designed to save you time.
CAPLA NOW ACCEPTS VISA AND AMERICAN EXPRESS
CAPLA is pleased to offer the convenience of VISA and Amex. The following information is
required when using a credit card:
Card Holder Name
Card Number
Expiry Date
Signature of Card Holder
As a signature is required, CAPLA cannot accept faxed or emailed registrations or requests.
The procedures for registration (dinner/education) and purchases are still in place, the above
is additional information that will be required on the form. All transactions over $100.00 will
be verified with the credit company prior to processing. Forms received by email or fax will
not be processed and will be returned to the requester. See CAPLA's website for more
details.
FALL EDUCATION KICK-OFF - School's In!
If there are courses from CAPLA's list of fall seminars that you are considering taking,
register early to avoid disappointment. Visit CAPLA's website for new courses not listed in
the 2000 Course Calendar (3rd Party Surface Agreements and BC Mineral Regulations &
Administration). Surf regularly - new courses will be announced here first!
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2000
HERITAGE PARK - S.S. MOYIE PADDLEWHEELER
5:00pm to 9:30pm
Tickets are $25.00 each
We will board the S.S. Moyie, leaving dock at 6:00pm sharp, to
take a networking cocktail cruise. True, we are not dealing
with the high seas . . . but nonetheless we will be delighted by the
exciting and unique experience aboard as the sternwheeler
gently cruises the picturesque shores of Glenmore Reservoir.
FOR TICKETS PLEASE CONTACT:
GLENN MILLER at 215-8653 OR
DEANA LEE at 261-7316
The S.S. Moyie brings the elegance and charm so typical of her era.
The original S.S. Moyie carried mail, heavy cargo and some
passengers on British Columbia's Kootenay Lakes until 1957.
Heritage Park's scaled-down sternwheeler was named in
honour of the last of the operating sternwheelers.
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GETTING TO KNOW GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS)
(material taken from ESRI Inc.)
What is GIS?
GIS is built upon knowledge from geography, cartography, computer science and mathematics. GIS is a
toolbox to capture, store, retrieve, analyze, and display spatial data. GIS applications may be web-based
and include land registration, utilities, forestry, environmental planning and demography. Almost all human
activity and natural phenomena are spatially distributed, and can be studied using a GIS.
How does GIS work?
A GIS stores information about the world as a collection of thematic
layers that can be linked together by geography. This simple but
extremely powerful and versatile concept has proven invaluable for
solving many real-world problems from tracking delivery vehicles, to
recording details of planning applications and modeling global
atmospheric circulation. A working GIS integrates five key components:
hardware, software, data, people and methods. A GIS can use many
different database tables directly or through ODBC like Access, Oracle,
or SAP technology.
When was GIS started?
The first recognized GIS was developed in Canada for the Canadian
Federal Government in the 1960s and was known as the Canada
Geographic Information System.
How can GIS help you?
Many computer programs, such as spreadsheets, statistics packages or drafting packages can handle
simple geographic or spatial data but do not permit any spatial operations on the data. They can answer
non-spatial queries such as "How many ABC stores in the city?" but can't answer spatial queries such as
"How many ABC stores are within a 2 km radius of the nearest competitor store in the city?". Other
questions like "What is at this road intersection?" (location), "Where is an unforested section of land at least
2000 meters in size?" (condition), "What has changed since last year within 100 meters of the river?"
(trends), "Is cancer a major cause of death among residents near a nuclear power station?" (patterns), and
" What if a new road is added to the network?" (modelling) can only be answered with a GIS since these
queries are all based on geographical data. This ability to analyse data using this technology is applicable
across all PriceWaterhouseCoopers lines of services.
Industry and government agencies continue to struggle for effective and efficient means to distribute,
publish, and interact with their spatial data. With the arrival of the information age, many new data
exchange technologies are emerging utilising the World Wide Web within a GIS. This allows for global
distribution of corporate data, which was previously unavailable to most users. Based on user selected
criteria, spatial and attribute data can be gathered for dynamic publication to a web browser. This could
greatly reduce lag-time inherent in preparing, bundling and shipping of hard copy information.
Where to find more info about GIS and GIS solutions?
http://www.geoplace.com/
http://www.spatialnews.com/
http://www.esri.com/
http://www.mapinfo.com/
Article submited by Annick A. Vachon, who works at PriceWaterhouseCoopers
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TEARING DOWN SOME OLD BARRIERS
processes and proposed alternatives." These
objectives were used to test specific proposals when
issues arose in our discussions, with changes often
made after someone asked how a proposal was
consistent with the "risk-reward test". The objectives
were also used to provide a context for our work in
our communications with industry over the project.
(This article was originally printed in the Petroleum
Explorer Quarterly Magazine, March 2000 edition. It is
reprinted here with the permission of Nickle’s Energy
Group, so that our readers can be familiar with this
issue and possible developments related to it.)
Over the last four and a half years, Alberta Resource
Development (formerly Alberta Energy), the Canadian
Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP), the Small
Explorers and Producers Association of Canada
(SEPAC), the Canadian Association of Petroleum
Landmen (CAPL) and the Canadian Association of
Petroleum Land Administration (CAPLA) have been
working together to update the Alberta land tenure
regime.
One other decision was made at the first meeting that
was a major factor in the creation of the spirit of
collaboration that characterized the project.
We agreed that the participants would freely share
their personal observations in our discussions,
regardless of the hat that they were nominally
wearing. The impact of this approach on the level of
trust was apparent when the department was willing
to share some of the internal debates on proposals in
only the second meeting. This willingness of the
participants to share their personal opinions created
a results focus that often allowed us to improve
proposals significantly at our meetings.
This work resulted in many changes in the
department's administrative practices and policies, as
well as major regulatory changes in 1997 and in
January 2000. Taken as a whole, the changes are of
significant mutual benefit to government and industry,
largely because of the enhanced understanding of our
respective processes and business needs.
There were many lessons taken from the process that
will provide a framework for our future work on
mineral tenure projects. We hope that the Joint
Alberta Petroleum and Natural Gas Tenure Review
Project will also be the template for many other
projects between regulators and industry, so that
others may discover the gains that can be made by
tearing down the historic barriers that have separated
us. As Jim Moore, President of the Canadian
Association of Petroleum Landmen, noted, "Many
positive changes were made by working in
partnership with the department on this project, and
we intend to build on this relationship as we work
together on future projects. We hope that similar
mutual benefits can be obtained by using this
approach in other industry projects with regulators."
Those of us who had the opportunity to participate
directly in the project are very pleased with those
outcomes. The most far-reaching impact of the
project, though, is the breakthrough in the
relationship between the department and industry
regarding mineral tenure.
Early in the project, we developed a mutual desire to
work together on an ongoing basis to build joint
solutions to common problems. As Dr. Steve West,
Minister of Resource Development, observed,
"Working with stakeholders to develop strategies
together has proven to be a very successful tool for
building trust, consensus and partnership from the
very first stages of a project."
From a personal perspective, we consider ourselves
fortunate to have been involved in this project - for the
business results we achieved, for the collaborative
environment that has been created and for the
ongoing friendships that have been made.
While we didn't realize it at the time, the foundation
for the success of the project was created at the first
meeting, when the participants jointly established the
philosophy, objectives and principles that were to
govern us over the entire process.
(Paul Batke is Project Leader for Petroleum and
Natural Gas Tenure Review, Alberta Resource
Development. Jim MacLean is Manager, Land of
Chevron Canada Resources.)
The objectives were to "ensure that industry receives
an appropriate reward and recognition for risks taken,
ensure government optimization of economic rent
(i.e., bonuses, fees, rentals, royalties) and establish
and maintain an open two-way dialogue on existing
Jim MacLean and Paul Batke
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PREMIER'S AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR 2000
On June 19, 2000 the P&NG Tenure Review Project received the Bronze Award at the 2000 Premier's Award
of Excellence ceremonies in Edmonton. This award was presented to the P&NG Tenure Committee for their
contribution in delivering a more streamlined way of doing business and developing new processes to
update the Alberta land tenure regime. Since September 1995, CAPLA has been working together with
Alberta Resource Development. Their work to date has resulted in changes to administrative practices and
policies, as well as major regulatory changes in 1997 and also in January 2000. We would like to
congratulate the following individuals for their dedication and commitment to this committee.
Paul Batke
David Coombs
Jim MacLean
Brenda Allbright
Leo Boisvert
George Green
Lynn Gregory
Eugene Saldanha
Ted Weryshko
Linda Westbury
Raksha Acharya
Linda Bigelow
Kerrie Bordeleau
Claudia Edney
Rita Fraser
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Chevron Canada Resources
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Imperial Oil Resources
Anderson Exploration Ltd.
Alberta Resource Development
Imperial Oil Resources
Canadian Hunter Exploration Ltd.
Alberta Resource Development
Canadian Natural Resources Limited
Canadian Natural Resources Limited
Alberta Resource Development
Petro-Canada Oil and Gas
Laurie Gitzel
Dianne Johnston
Kerry-Lynne Kryvenchuk
Diana Lee
Grace Matias
Audrey Murray
Carol Ng
Barb Nielsen
Brenda Ponde
Tom Ross
Joanne Stansky
Jeannie Suffern
Sharon Tsang
Debbie Zushman
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Independent
Petro-Canada Oil and Gas
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Burlington Resources
Alberta Resource Development
Alberta Resource Development
Pogo Canada Ltd.
Linda Westbury, Director of Standardization
Premier Ralph Klein with members of the P&NG Tenure Committee
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WELCOME TO THE IOGC CORNER
NEW SURFACE LEASE AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY AGREEMENTS
The following information will be of particular interest to those oil and gas companies which have or
intend to secure surface leases and rights-of-way on Indian lands. In
an effort to expedite completed surface lease and right-of-way
documents to lessees working on Indian lands, Indian Oil and Gas
Canada (IOGC) has developed new surface access approval
procedures and associated documents.
The main highlight of the new document is that the application
information and lease contract have been combined into one
instrument. Rather than issuing a written approval followed by the
lease documentation some time after, the approval of surface
access for surface leases or rights-of-way will be granted when the
lease agreements are executed. Land administrators who presently
work with IOGC surface documents know the administrative
complications when the access approvals arrive considerably sooner
than the actual surface lease contracts or right-of-way agreements.
Under this new system, land administrators will have information in
their land systems which reflects the current surface activities on
Indian lands.
Implementation of this new process will involve some significant amendments to the existing approval
process. A two step approval procedure has been developed to ensure the information requirements
under the Indian Oil and Gas Canada (1995) Regulations are satisfied prior to execution of the
document.
During the first phase of the new approval process, IOGC will review preliminary information which is
to be submitted by the applicant. After the information submitted in phase one has been verified by
IOGC Surface Land, they will notify the applicant; notification will be via fax and will include all
environmental conditions which will become part of the agreement. The second stage of the approval
process provides opportunity for the applicant to review the environmental conditions associated with
the proposed project. If the applicant concurs with the information in the agreement, they then seek
approval of Chief and Council. Once the applicant and Chief and Council have signed the agreement,
it is submitted to IOGC for final execution. The issuance of the surface lease or right-of-way agreement
is the applicant's approval to begin construction of their project.
For those applicants seeking approval of surface leases and rights-of-way on the White Bear, Horse
Lake, Blood, Siksika, Hay Lake and Amber River Indian Reserves, the process is somewhat different.
The management of oil and gas resources on the above Indian lands are being jointly administered
by each respective First Nation and IOGC. The applicant will be required to submit all information to
both the First Nation and IOGC where it will be jointly reviewed and approved.
Detailed instructions have been included with the new forms which have been mailed to all current
lessees working on Indian lands. If all information received is satisfactory, IOGC will maintain its
service standard of approving a surface lease within 12 working days.
Visit IOGC’s website at www.inac.gc.ca
David Blain, Indian Oil and Gas Canada
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CAPLA
BOARD HIGHLIGHTS
At recent meetings, the Board of Directors handled the following
items of business:
•a proposal presented by Andrea Zambo, Conference Facilities Chair,
recommending that the 2002 CAPLA Conference be held at the Round-Up
Centre was approved;
•it was agreed to improve CAPLA's ability to send and receive high
volumes of email by investing in a dedicated mail server;
•a letter of support was given to GasEDI, a group made up of
representatives of numerous companies which is recommending that the
Province of Alberta enact legislation that will clarify that a contract in
electronic form is enforceable;
•it was agreed to start accepting Visa and American Express; and
•Anne Hand, Director of the Information Systems, advised that her
committee is investigating the feasibility of adding a "Members Only"
feature to the CAPLA website in order to provide members with secure
access to on-line information and services.
If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions regarding these items,
or any other CAPLA business matters, please contact any member of the
Board of Directors, or Delona K. Butcher, Secretary, at 234-5393.
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CAPLA 2000 Board of Directors
Back row:
Melanie Storey, Treasurer; Lori Landry, Director of Communication; Linda Westbury, Director of Standardization
Middle row:
Delona Butcher, Secretary; Anne Hand, Director of Information Services; Lisa Regan, Vice-President
Front row:
Lisa Stein, Director of Events; Verna Moodie, President; Penny Robins, Director of Member Services
Audrey Atkins, Director of Education
CAPLA GENERAL MEETING
Will be held: Sept. 19, 2000 at
The 400 Club
710 - 4th Avenue S.W.
Dinner
4:30 - 8:00 p.m.
See Registration Form on Page 26
Guest Speaker:
Dr. Sonia Herasymowych
Topic:
Fast, Smart & in Control
Deadline for next
CAPLA NEXUS:
September 8, 2000
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2000 & BEYOND Committee Highlights
gone! There were 700 registrants at the conference
and close to 500 attendees at the luncheons each day.
The Committee worked hard as a team to be ready for
the conference, and had lots of fun doing it!
MARKETING COMMITTEE
The Marketing Committee had tremendous results
with exhibitors raising over $60,000 in sponsorship
opportunities. In addition to the funds raised, we were
also able to secure hundreds of dollars in donations
towards prizes for the conference and Saturday social
events.
In all it was a wonderful experience and I encourage
anyone who has some spare time to get involved in
volunteering for the next conference. I would like to
thank the volunteers of the committee who helped
with their time, ideas and encouraging words. It is a
great feeling to belong to an organization that offers
such support to each other!
This was accomplished during a period which saw big
competition from other industry conferences, namely
the World Petroleum Congress and the National
Petroleum Show. During this time there was also a
continued focus by our companies on cost reductions,
resulting in industry cutbacks.
Sandy Rogers, Registration Chair
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The 24 Educational Sessions at the 2000 & Beyond
Conference were attended by over 700 registrants.
The focus on this year's conference was Government
Regulations. Our membership had the opportunity to
review the most current P&NG Regulations including:
• B.C. - presented by Peg Fitzgerald
• Alberta - presented by Brenda Allbright and Leo
Boisvert
• Saskatchewan - presented by Ron Pelletier
• Yukon - presented by Brian Love
• N.W.T. - presented by Mimi Fortier
• Public Lands - presented by Dominic Pantalone.
The sessions were very well attended and registrants
will now have valuable information to refer back to.
Since the conference, feedback has been received
from sponsors and exhibitors indicating their level of
commitment to CAPLA, with their wish to be involved
in future conferences and events. Many valuable
precedents have been set by the committee for future
use by CAPLA volunteers.
I would like to thank each individual involved on the
Marketing Committee for their hard work and
dedication to making 2000 & Beyond the
overwhelming success that it was.
Shona MacDonald, Marketing Chair
The Production Tour at SAIT was a smashing success!
Registration was sold out with over 40 attendees each
day. Al McCue and his very organized coordinator
Kathy Trofin transported the registrants to SAIT,
through the Wellsite Production Education Centre, and
had all of them back to the Telus Convention Centre
for lunch!
FACILITIES COMMITTEE
The committee enjoyed another successful
conference! Thank you to all committee members who
worked so hard. Attendance at both luncheons
exceeded 1998 conference numbers. The Closing
Reception was popular with members and proved to
be another favorite. CAPLA Conference 2002 will be
exciting, as it takes place at the newly renovated
Round Up Center. I am very enthusiastic about the
planning phase and hope that I once again have the
opportunity to be Chair for this committee.
Our "soft topic" sessions included:
• Interpersonal Skills hosted by the very
knowledgeable and entertaining Brian Storey and
David Bradley;
• No Need To Go Home From Work Exhausted - Get
Re-Energized presented by Jane Grant where
registrants were even supplied with their reenergized bottled water; and
• Making the Jump From Land Administration To
Andrea Zambo, Facilities Chair
REGISTRATION COMMITTEE
From registration forms being sent out to the
registration signup, another conference has come and
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EVENTS COMMITTEE
Golf Tournament
The day started out rainy but turned out to be mostly
sunny. Given the gloomy weather the turnout was
great at Woodside Greens in Airdrie, where 122 of 132
registered golfers showed up. The purpose of the
tournament was to get CAPLA members, their
friends, spouses and co-workers out to meet each
other and have fun golfing. The tournament was
played as "best ball" format, so I'm certain that all
levels of golfers had a lot of fun!
Landman presented by Lynn Dyson was also a
popular, well attended session.
We presented a variety of surface sessions this year
for our membership including:
• Surface Issues: What To Do When Things Go
Wrong presented by Ron Vermuelen, Deryl Hurl
and Jim Taylor, who held a panel discussion,
which was very informative and also entertaining;
• Freehold Leases: Negotiating the Landmines
presented by Diedre Macht; and
• Land Sale To Reclamation: Timeline of a Well
presented by Lynne Schellenberg.
Cindy Scheck, Events Committee
The mineral and contract sessions were popular and
included:
• Inter-Company Dynamics of Acquisitions &
Divestments presented by Laurel Payten;
• The PanCanadian Lease presented by Bob Glass;
• Partnerships From A Land Perspective presented
by Denis McGrath,
• Freehold Mineral Tax presented by Audrey
Murray;
• Evolving Skill Sets: The Implications of CAPL
Farmout & Royalty Procedure and the CAPLA
Property Transfer Procedure presented by Jim
MacLean; and
• Current Issues in Unitization presented by John
Stayura.
Murder Mystery Dinner
One hundred and thirty of CAPLA's finest detectives
saddled up and high-tailed it to Gunn's Dairy Barn at
Heritage Park for the Murder Mystery Dinner. The
rustic barn was the perfect setting for an evening on
interactive dinner theater, inspired by actual events
from Calgary's oil and gas history.
Fortunately, all of the guests escaped with their lives
(despite an "explosion" in the ladies powder room)!
The home style cooking and old-fashioned hospitality
was enjoyed by everyone. Special thanks to the
sponsors for helping us have a great time in the Old
West!
Registrants learned the latest in industry trends at the
"technological" sessions:
• E-Business: Scorecard for the Energy Industry
presented by George Forster; and
• Searching on Alberta Crown Lands Using the
ETS/LSAS Systems presented by Dianne
Johnston and Susan Haselgruber.
Lisa Stein, Events Chair
Another big highlight of the conference was Darsell
Karringten, the luncheon speaker. His address both
days was not only dynamic but also entertaining.
Darsell's encouraging words, empowering messages
and infectious personality gave everyone an insight
into what it will take to achieve success in our lives
and build relationships in our constantly changing
industry.
Wine Tasting and Dinner
The Northern Forest Lodge at the Calgary Zoo was a
perfect venue to hold the Wine Tasting. Guests were
invited to stroll on the patio and around the building,
while sipping wine, viewing the frolicing otters and
snacking on hors-d'oeuvres. The high-beamed ceiling,
big windows and greenery created a breezy, bright
atmosphere. During dinner the wine expert provided
stories, details and comments about the featured
wines, and wine tasting in general. It was an
informative and thirst-quenching evening!
Linda Westbury, Education Chair
Linda Lou Rung, Events Committee
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MEMBER SERVICES COMMITTEE
Success for Conference 2000!
An incredible amount of work goes into creating and
delivering a conference, with much of the work going
on behind the scenes. Thank you to all of our hard
working volunteers.
delegate or a conference committee member these
past two days, provides great personal growth and
increased value to our companies. Thank you to all the
employers who support their staff attending and
allowing many to volunteer their time and talent in the
organization of this conference. Employers’ support of
our association contributed greatly to the
conference’s success.
Member Services was pleased to support the 2000
Conference by offering our services in design, set-up
and maintenance of the CAPLA booth. With this in
mind, I wish to thank the committee individuals who
put in long hours in supporting Conference 2000 Sandra Forsythe, Matilda Machado, Marianne McKay
and Cher Pickett! Thank you - the booth was
successful because of your efforts.
Exhibitors play a vital role in the success of our
conference and we hope your investment of time and
money has provided you with a wonderful opportunity
to showcase your products and services. We
appreciate the opportunity to speak with staff
members from the various government agencies,
sharing challenges and ideas.
I also want to thank the delegates who stopped and
visited the CAPLA booth. It was great to hear your
comments, chat with you about CAPLA and place
names to faces.
A special thanks to sponsors for their contribution to
education sessions, luncheon and special events. Your
investment is key to the quality of our conference.
If you enjoyed attending this conference and have
suggestions, please do one of the following: email
CAPLA, or sign up to volunteer for Conference 2002!
Our email address is
[email protected].
We all waited with great anticipation for Conference
2000. We leave here today with a better
understanding of ourselves and a heightened
awareness of regulations, technology, various industry
agreements and operations issues.
Penny Robins, Director of Member Services
As a member of CAPLA, I want to personally thank
each and every volunteer who made this 2-day event
possible. Your combined time, talents and energy have
delivered another top-notch conference to the CAPLA
membership. I applaud you for seizing a personal
growth opportunity while serving your fellow
members. I would also like to thank the Member
Services committee members for the very
professional presentation of our CAPLA booth and the
assistance they and the Board of Directors provided to
members answering questions about CAPLA or the
conference. The CAPLA promotional items were a big
hit this year!
CLOSING RECEPTION
CAPLA members, session presenters, conference
committee members, exhibitors, sponsors and
honored guests!
Our industry is very dependent on establishing and
maintaining relationships whether it be with
government agencies, partners, communities, goods
and service suppliers or investors. It is also very
important for each of us to develop and maintain
professional relationships for the purpose of
administering and managing oil and gas assets
through their life cycle. This conference not only
provides an opportunity to build our knowledge but
also a forum for establishing and renewing
acquaintance with our peers.
We hope to see you all at our next conference to be
held May 30 - June 1, 2002. Thank you for attending
and have a great summer!
Address given by Verna Moodie, President
The investment we have all made in ourselves, as a
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"KUDOS" for CAPLA 2000 & Beyond!!!
Thanks very much for inviting me to participate. The "wolves" have a home
on top of our curio case at home. It's safe to say that I will always have a
particularly special reason to remember the momento.
Thanks for your hard work (Debra Corbin, session coordinator). You were so
conscientious, when it must have sometimes looked like I wouldn't have
presentation materials in advance of your deadlines.
I was very impressed with the high degree of organization and quality of the sessions. All of our folks
who went really enjoyed the conference.
Jim MacLean, presenter
I just wanted to thank you (Jim MacLean) for all your hard work and participation in the conference.
I've heard only positive comments about how well the conference was organized, the exceptional
quality of speakers and the information content of the various sessions.
Thanks again for making my job so easy. Great job on a great session!
Debra Corbin, session coordinator
I was fortunate enough to attend yesterday's conference, which I thought was extremely well
organized. I really enjoyed the sponsors. I felt I got value for my money and wish to congratulate all
those involved in the organization of CAPLA 2000 & Beyond. It takes a tremendous amount of work
and dedication!
Lorraine Grant, registrant
Congratulations to you (Shona MacDonald, Marketing Chair) and your fellow Chairs on a very
successful conference! I was impressed by the quality of the speakers, the professional manner in
which it was conducted and the value it offered the membership. You should all be proud of a job well
done! Please pass on my compliments to all those who worked so hard in making it such an
awesome success!
John Miller, advertiser
Thanks so much for the opportunity to speak at the CAPLA conference. I really enjoyed meeting you
(Linda Westbury, Education Chair) and other conference organizers. Your efforts were certainly
noticed and appreciated. It was well done. I had a great time speaking to many CAPLA members!
Jane Grant, presenter
Thank you for the lovely lead crystal ornament. It's a great momento of the conference. Also,
congratulations to all of you (Linda Westbury, Education Chair) and your committee. I know that
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many people said that the conference was a success!
Laurel Payten, presenter
Just wanted to tell you (Verna Moodie, President) and the planning committee that the CAPLA
conference was great this year! A job well done! The noon speaker was the best! I certainly would
like to hear him again! The "production tour" to SAIT was great! Jane Grant (the instructor) did a
great presentation. I think the conference should be more on morale building, how to stay motivated
and positive. The Golf Tournament was wet but fun!
Claire Gorman, registrant
Just to let you know how much David and I appreciated Val Albinati's (session coordinator)
involvement in our conference sessions. She worked hard to ensure that all was prepared for us,
even though I'm sure our "Hey, don't worry" attitude drove her nuts! Thanks for giving us the
opportunity to work with her!
Brian Storey and David Bradley, presenters
WANTED TO KNOW!
YOU
OU WANTED TO KNOW!
Have you ever had a work-related question you were afraid to ask because your supervisor or co-workers
might think that you should know the answer? Send your anonymous question to NEXUS Editorial Team
and watch for the answer in an upcoming issue.
As pertains to surface land documentation, what is the difference
between an asset transfer and an amalgamation? What type of
certificate is issued by the Crown when an asset transfer is requested?
A "Transfer of Crown Dispositions" is required when an asset is sold. It must list the dispositions
applicable to the sale, and be executed by both the Purchaser and the Vendor. The document must reflect
the parties (as per Crown title searches), or will be rejected by the Crown if either company is incorrect.
The Crown acknowledges this transfer with a letter of confirmation to the Purchaser and Vendor.
An amalgamation of companies requires that a copy of the Certificate of Amalgamation be sent to the
Crown. It must state the two or more amalgamating corporations that will continue as one corporation.
An amalgamation is treated the same as a Change of Name would be, i.e., the Crown would make a
"global" change to its records to reflect the new company.
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COMMITTEE UPDATES
STANDARDIZATION COMMITTEE
B.C. Mineral Tenure
The B.C. Mineral Tenure Committee attended a brief meeting
with the B.C. Government and industry representatives in
June. The following items were discussed:
•
•
•
•
The Government representatives were provided with
a draft Continuation Application Form for their
review and comments.
The B.C. Government is also reviewing our proposal
to incorporate a "flat fee" or an amalgamation of fees
for items such as groupings, assignments, etc. at
issuance of the title document (increase of
acquisition fees from $200 to $500 for lease
documents and retain $500 fee for drilling licences).
Review of the Drilling Licence Regulations
Land Sales - Automated Debit Function
The committee awaits the Government's review of the
above and will be meeting with them in the near future.
Linda Westbury, Director of Standardization
•
Master Road Use Agreement - this course is not
offered in 2001.
•
Rights of First Refusal (ROFR's)
•
Think & Thrive - Mental Mastery at Work
(Previously called "Thinking for a Change" and has
been renamed to "Think & Thrive - Mental Mastery at
Work". Dr. Sonia Herasymowich is our instructor for
this course and she will also be our guest speaker for
September's dinner meeting. Just a reminder, you
must register early for this particular course in order
to complete the pre-assessment prior to your
attendance.)
•
We will be offering an additional run of our new
course Third Party Surface Agreements on October
31st, due to overwhelming interest.
•
Freehold Lessor Estates
•
How DOI's are Affected by Various Agreements
•
NEW COURSE - BC Mineral Regulations &
Administration (watch website for updates)
•
Administration of Freehold Mineral Rights
EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Our committee would like to extend a heart-felt thank you
to Yvonne Lang, Tammy Freeman and Debbie McCartney,
who have each "moved on" from our committee. Yvonne
has been instrumental in course development such as
Analyzing Contracts - Novice, to name the most recent.
Tammy was your course facilitator if you attended
Alberta Crown Continuations or Analyzing Contracts this
year. Debbie has moved away and we will all miss her, I'm
sure. You would have seen Debbie if you were in
attendance at our Admin of Surface Rights in BC course
held in May. Each of these individuals has put forth a
selfless and valued effort on behalf of CAPLA. Thanks
ladies! We would not be anywhere without our volunteers.
Please
visit
the
CAPLA
website
at
http://www.caplacanada.org for more information and to
register. On line registration will be made available
shortly, so keep posted.
Audrey Atkins, Director of Education
EVENTS COMMITTEE
CAPLA Tuesday Night Golf League
The golf league started on Tuesday, May 23 and will go
until September 26, 2000. The weather has been cooperating for us so far this year, "knock on wood"! This
year the golfers in the league take their turn booking tee
times. As we are in the busy season of the year it is
important to remember that the Computerized Booking
System opens at 6:00 a.m. So, to get the best tee times
you have to call early. If anyone has questions or
concerns, please contact Cindy Scheck at 290-2150.
The 2001 Course Calendar will be delivered with your
October issue of the Nexus. We hope to have some new
courses ready for you - but remember to register early!
New courses fill up quickly.
Space is still space available in the following courses:
•
Surface Rights Board/Land Compensation Board this course is not offered in 2001.
•
PASC Accounting Procedure - this course is not
offered in 2001.
Pre-Stampede Party / Dual Networking Night
Over 750 CAPLA and CAPL members and guests got
together once again at Cowboys to network and socialize.
The party was unforgettable, especially for all of those
who rode the mechanical bull. We held a buck-off
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CAPLA Mentoring Program
This program:
• is aimed at pairing experienced and knowledgeable
mentors with mentees in the hopes of broadening
the mentees' knowledge base; and
between CAPLA and CAPL, and I must say that both
groups did very well. For those who rode or watched, it
was a great laugh. Don't worry if you didn't get a chance
to ride this year because there is always next year!
Cindy Scheck, Events Committee
•
Golf Clinic
The second annual Golf Clinic was held at the Fox Hollow
Golf Dome. Two evening classes were held for five
consecutive weeks, so that beginner as well as more
advanced players could participate. The instructor was
very knowledgeable and everyone commented that they
really enjoyed the golf classes. The weather cooperated
and made it possible to get outside a couple of evenings
a week to practise chipping, putting and sand shots. With
the big interest shown we will plan on running this again
next year. Watch for an advertisement in a future NEXUS!
helps provide a forum for mentees to develop their
skills and develop a greater understanding of land
concepts and issues.
As an association with a membership of 1600 members,
there should be numerous mentors and mentees
available to volunteer for this program. Please consider
becoming a mentor or mentee and taking an active part
in this program by contacting any member of the CAPLA
Mentoring Committee listed below:
Audrey Densham
261-1282 (phone) 261-1238 (fax)
[email protected] (e-mail)
Marg Harty, Events Committee
Carol Dickin
258-1934 (home phone) 258-1975 (home fax)
[email protected] (home e-mail)
[email protected] (work e-mail)
MENTORING COMMITTEE
What is mentoring?
In Greek mythology it was a friend of Odysseus entrusted
with the education of Odysseus's son, Telemachus. The
friend was to be a wise counselor to Telemachus. In
ancient Greece mentoring was recognized as a mutually
beneficial way of developing people.
Wanda Hiebert
234-5371 (phone) 234-5734 (fax)
[email protected] (e-mail)
Keith McFarquhar
290-2361 (phone) 290-2610 (fax)
[email protected] (e-mail)
In modern times, the role of a mentor can vary from
being a coach, advisor, counselor, advocate, teacher or a
friend. Modern day research has shown that working in a
nurturing, positive and supportive environment increases
our productivity.
Pat Nielsen
231-1452 (phone) 263-9909 (fax)
[email protected] (e-mail)
Attributes of a mentor
First and foremost it is being who you are! Also, a mentor
is patient, committed, able to communicate, able to
listen, and is self-confident.
Robert (Bob) Purdy
238-2672 (home phone)
[email protected] (home e-mail)
Heather M. Stables Fofonoff, P.Land
265-9295 (phone) 232-8963 (fax)
[email protected] (e-mail)
Attributes of the mentee
Identify what your career need is and what kind of help
you require before you decide to be mentored. Also, a
mentee is committed, able to communicate, able to
listen, and able to show appreciation.
The CAPLA Mentoring Committee has developed the
handout (on page 20) for your reference and use. You may
have picked up the handout during the CAPLA
Conference 2000. In the future you will be able to pick up
the handout at the information table at the CAPLA dinner
meetings. If you wish to register today as a mentor or
mentee, photocopy and complete the handout, then fax it
to me at 232-8963.
Benefits of mentoring flows in both directions
For the mentor it will provide an avenue for them to give
back to the profession in a very meaningful way.
Mentoring facilitates the "realization of a dream". For the
mentee it will help them reach their potential in personal
and professional growth by receiving needed advice and
learning something new.
Heather Stables Fofonoff, Chairperson
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The Desk and Derrick Club is pleased
to offer the upcoming course
Adventures in Attitude Seminar
Course Date: Saturday, October 28th, 2000
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Description
This course includes four modules:
Massage:
To help relieve stress and tension while imparting a sense of wellbeing and relaxation. Session includes self-massage of shoulders,
neck and scalp, feet and legs, head and arms.
Alternative Medicine Panel:
It is important to stay healthy in a stressful world. Four doctors talk
about homeopathy, naturopathy, Chinese medicine and acupuncture.
Using Our Voices:
A communication session on speaking problems, learning to speak
more clearly and use of microphone.
Creative Contentment:
Happiness is a choice! Unrealistic expectations, the demands of home,
work relationships and traditions can be overwhelming. Learn mental
coping skills to help reduce everyday pressure in our lives.
Contact Sharon McClare at 246-1282 for more information
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MENTORING PROGRAM
AN OPPORTUNITY TO FURTHER YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY
Mission Statement
To enhance the functional expertise of the membership by providing a framework for mentoring.
How do we do this?
• Encourage CAPLA membership to become involved in the Mentoring Program.
• Initiate mentor and mentee contact by either:
• Providing mentees with access to experienced individuals available to answer random land-related questions; or
• Establishing a one-to-one relationship between mentors and mentees.
• Ensure individual expectations are being met by regular follow-up.
How can you benefit?
As a mentor:
• Share your knowledge with a fellow CAPLA member.
As a mentee:
• Use a mentor to assist learning and development.
As a committee member:
• Have input into the future of the CAPLA Mentoring Program.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED WITH THE CAPLA MENTORING PROGRAM
If you would like to be a MENTOR _____ and/or a MENTEE _____ and/or COMMITTEE MEMBER _____ please
complete this form and fax to Heather Stables Fofonoff at 232-8963:
Your Name:
_______________________________________
Company Name: _______________________________________
Phone #: _________________________
Fax #:
_________________________
E-mail:
_________________________
MENTOR
• Would you be interested in becoming a mentor?
Yes _____
No _____
• If so, what form(s) of communication with a mentee would you prefer:
_____ submitting your name for the "mentor name bank".
i.e., be available for random questions in your stated area(s) of expertise
_____ establishing a one-to-one relationship with a mentee.
• What area(s) of expertise would you be willing to be contacted about?
Contract _____ Mineral _____ Joint Interest _____ Surface _____ Systems _____ U.S. Land _____
Please keep in mind that the CAPLA Mentoring Committee would only expect a limited time commitment from potential mentors
(i.e., six months, one year).
MENTEE
• Would you utilize a mentor?
Yes _____
No _____
Sometimes _____
• If so, what form(s) of communication with a mentor would you prefer:
_____ being provided with a name from the "mentor name bank".
i.e., mentors available for random questions in their stated area(s) of expertise
_____ establishing a one-to-one relationship with a mentor.
• What area(s) of expertise would you likely be contacting a mentor about?
Contract _____ Mineral _____ Joint Interest _____ Surface _____ Systems _____ U.S. Land _____
Potential mentees must understand that a mentor merely provides guidance and direction, and it is the ultimate responsibility of
the mentee to make decisions regarding any action to be taken.
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SPEAKER’S NOTES
HOUSTON, WE HAVE A PROBLEM!
the present natural gas supply/demand balance on
the continent.
The key to understanding this vital balance is to
closely examine the older production in the shelf
area of the Gulf of Mexico and the new production
coming from deeper waters in the Gulf.
U.S. SITUATION
The situation in the U.S. can be summarized as
follows:
• steadily increasing consumption,
• recent declines in domestic production, and
• thank goodness for the availability of increased
imports from Canada.
GULF OF MEXICO SHELF PRODUCTION
The very prolific Gulf of Mexico is separated into
Shelf production, i.e., from waters less than 660
deep, and production from deeper waters down to
many thousands of feet.
NATURAL GAS CONSUMPTION 1980 - 2000
Natural gas consumption has been rising steadily in
the U.S. over the past decade, up almost 33% over
that period. This rise is being driven by the
increased demand for electrical power which is
partly due to the spectacular growth in new
technologies and in online business applications.
Virtually 100% of all new electrical generation in
the U.S. planned for the next decade or so is based
on the assumed availability of natural gas supplies.
Three items are noteworthy of the main natural gas
producing areas of the U.S.:
• The slow and steady decline in production from
major producing areas such as South Texas,
South Louisiana, and West Texas from 1970 to
the present.
• The very rapid rise and the importance of the
Gulf of Mexico production. This acceleration in
production is a consequence of the excellent
producing reservoirs in the Gulf. These rocks
have very high porosity and permeability. As a
result, they have what is known in the trade as
a "short deliverability life index". This means
that they can produce all their reserves in as
few as three or four years. Most reservoirs
produce their reserves over anywhere from 10
to 30 years depending on their quality.
Production from the Shelf presently represents
roughly 25% of all U.S. production.
• There is a rapid rise in imports of Canadian
natural gas. Canada is the second most
important supply source for the U.S. after the
Gulf of Mexico. This tells us that the gigantic
U.S. natural gas market, the largest market in
the world, has become dependent upon Gulf of
Mexico and Canadian supplies.
U.S. NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION 1980 - 2000
In the past 15 years, natural gas production in the
U.S. increased from a low of about 44 Bcf/d in the
mid 1980s to a high of almost 52 Bcf/d in 1998.
Since 1998, production has steadily decreased.
NATURAL GAS IMPORTS FROM CANADA TO THE U.S.
The gap between domestic U.S. supply and demand
has been filled by a sharply rising level of imports,
mainly from Canada. Imports from Canada have
increased almost fivefold since 1986.
Over the past two decades, oil's share of the U.S.
market has fallen, first due to higher oil prices and
then due to competition from other fuels and
environmental concerns. The Oil & Gas Journal
predicts that energy from natural gas will increase
by 2.1% in 2000 - that the share of natural gas in
the energy market will move up to 24.2% in 2000.
GULF OF MEXICO SHELF NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION
In 20 years, from 1960-1980, the Gulf of Mexico
Shelf came to dominate the U.S. natural gas supply.
The aforementioned short deliverability life is
characteristic of the rapid swings, or changes, in
the production.
NATURAL GAS IN NORTH AMERICA
Large volumes of natural gas move from the Gulf of
Mexico and adjacent onshore areas to the highly
concentrated areas of consumption in the
northeast. This supply/demand corridor dominates
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SPEAKER’S NOTES cont’d
The rapid buildup of production in the 1960s and
1970s was as a result of the discovery of several
multi-trillion cubic foot "giant" fields. No giant fields
have been found in the past 10 to 15 years. The
production levels have been sustained by finding
many smaller fields with 3D seismic, new sub-salt
exploration techniques, more infill drilling, field
compression, etc.
fields in both Alberta and British Columbia.
GULF OF MEXICO DEEP WATER NATURAL GAS
PRODUCTION
Research indicates great uncertainty regarding the
future prospects for increased production from this
area.
For 25 years, from the mid-1970s to the present,
this original, conventional gas supply, which has
continually increased over time, was augmented by
the widespread, low pressure, high decline
reserves in southeastern Alberta and southwestern
Saskatchewan. The limits of this shallow
production are now being reached. It is increasingly
difficult and will soon prove impossible to sustain
this production due to the geologic limits to the
reservoirs. We are now falling back on the
traditional areas in Alberta and B.C. to sustain our
levels of production.
The "best case" summary of these two forecasts is
that hopefully the inevitable decline in the Shelf will
be offset with increased production from new deep
water fields.
However, the industry has underestimated the
difficulty in terms of lead times and capital needed
to explore for and develop reserves from these
deeper, more complex and higher risk targets.
NATURAL GAS IN CANADA
Production from the Western Canadian
Sedimentary Basin (WCSB) has been increasing
since gas was first discovered over 100 years ago.
However it has recently begun to show signs of
levelling out.
Added to this shift in exploration focus is the need
to combat the increasing declines in production
from presently producing WCSB reserves as
reservoirs age.
Now, combine this with the reality that the big, easy
and high quality targets have probably been
discovered. I believe we can summarize the
prospects for future gas supply from the WCSB as
follows: The Basin will remain an excellent place to
explore for and develop new supplies. The
infrastructure is highly developed and producer
netbacks will remain attractive but our industry will
be increasingly hard pressed to sustain our present
levels of production in future years.
Over the past three years, the expectation that
Canada would meet increased North American
demand helped generate record levels of drilling
and capital spending aimed at identifying new
reserves of natural gas in Canada. However, the
reality is that Canada's natural gas supply has not
responded as expected.
In 1999, despite a record of 6,300 gas wells drilled,
production from the WCSB has remained relatively
flat. Slightly less than half of 1999's gas wells were
located in southeastern Alberta, where initial
decline rates exceed 30% and reserve sizes are
relatively small. These reserves, while providing
good economics for producers, add little to
sustainable production over the long-term.
HUBBERT CURVE
Years ago, the eminent American geologist, Dr. King
Hubbert, published his analysis of the growth,
stability and deterioration from petroleum and
natural gas basins as they age. He condensed his
analysis to a curve - the Hubbert Curve.
The basis of the curve is that the big, easy to find
and high quality reservoirs are found early in the
life of a basin and, as a consequence, production
Prior to the mid-1970s, our Western Canadian
natural gas production was sourced in conventional
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SPEAKER’S NOTES cont’d
rises rapidly. Later, as exploration progresses and
the basin ages, the big fields begin to decline and,
even as more wells are drilled and more
discoveries are made, they are inevitably of lesser
size and quality even though they are,
characteristically,
more
numerous.
The
consequence of all this is that although activity and
investment increases, overall production declines.
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•
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the initial rate of 200 to 300 mmcf/d. Within a
year, this system will be full with maximum
production (domestic plus exports) reaching
700 Mmcf/d. Recent discoveries and
accelerated exploration and development
drilling together with additional pipeline
compression and expansion could conceivably
increase production to 3% to 5% of 2000 North
American production.
(d) Mexico
Mexico has roughly the same natural gas
resource base as Canada and presently
produces only approximately 30% of our
Canadian production. Mexico, by sheer
necessity, will increase its natural gas
exploration and production activity in the next
5 to 10 years. And Mexico will need all of that
new production to fuel its growing clean energy
requirements as it further industrializes.
The U.S. should not count on any imports from
Mexico of any consequence in the foreseeable
future. The same goes for Mexico counting on
U.S. supplies to fuel their needs - that is not
going to be in the cards.
(e) LNG
Last year, the U.S. imported roughly 120 Bcf to
its two gassification plants at Boston and
Lafayette, Louisiana. Imports came from
Algeria, Australia, Qatar, Trinidad and the
United Arab Emirates.
Non-Persian Gulf has flattened out at the top of
the curve.
U.S. & WCSB conventional oil production has
been declining for a number of years and has
started down the back side of the curve.
U.S. natural gas production is just over the top
and will soon start to decline, if it has not done
so already.
WCSB production is just entering the top of the
curve.
Substantial production will continue for many
decades in these aging basins but ever more wells
and investment will be required.
NORTH AMERICAN NATURAL GAS
New Supplies
(a) Deep Water Gulf of Mexico
At best, new deep water production will offset
the inevitable declines for the shallow water
production.
(b) Mackenzie Delta & Alaska
There are 7 to 10 Tcf of potential natural gas
reserves in the Delta and another 50-70 Tcf
further west in Northern Alaska. There is also
large exploration potential for new supplies in
both areas. Northern natural gas will be
attached to markets but I suspect it will take as
long as 10 years and $10 billion. Maybe a bit
sooner or later, but even with more enthusiastic
northern governments, it will take considerable
time and big bucks to connect that gas to our
present pipeline grid.
(c) East Coast
Last winter the Northeast Pipeline started
delivering Sable Island gas to U.S. markets at
SUMMARY - NATURAL GAS SUPPLY/DEMAND BALANCE
The strongest likelihood over the next 5 to 10 years
is that North American supplies will continue to
tighten as demand continues to rise and supply
from conventional U.S. and Canadian basins
stabilizes or begins to gradually decline.
It was emphasized that this will be a good time for
the producers who can compete and succeed in
these maturing basins.
OK, SO WHERE DOES THIS TAKE US?
The U.S. is now experiencing the first reservoirlimited shortage in the history of its natural gas
producing industry. In fact, the U.S. has been
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natural gas deliverability short for several years.
The impact of this supply shortage has been
delayed by a combination of several warm winters,
maximum exploitation of present reserves (frontending production) and the vitally necessary
increased imports from Canada.
If and when LNG imports increase to approximately
10% of U.S. demand, there will be a structural
change in North American natural gas supply. Our
supply in North America is presently continental. It
could, with a significant increase in LNG imports,
become an important part of the global market.
But now, Houston we have a problem! U.S.
production is starting to falter, first-year declines
are up dramatically, storage levels are low and, in
the near term, we Canadians cannot be counted
upon to continue to increase the quantity of gas we
have for export to the U.S.
When that happens, it could trigger many
interesting consequences. One of the more
interesting ones would be to see the gas exporting
countries ultimately banding together and acting
much as OPEC functions today.
PUBLIC EXPECTATIONS
We have become dangerously complacent
regarding our natural gas supplies on this
continent. New frontier supplies, by their very
nature, take long lead times and very large
investments. If the supply/demand situation
tightens in the next five to ten years, we must start
today to prepare consumers for that possibility.
Prices will probably be higher this summer than
they were last winter.
Demand for gas in the U.S. is presently 22 Tcf/year.
Some forecasts are projecting demand increasing
to 25 and even 30 Tcf/year by 2010 and 2015.
Where will these new supplies be sourced?
It is important that we communicate these
possibilities early so that the public and the
government don't feel that once again they have
been blind-sided - taken off guard.
THE LNG CARD
The distinct possibility exists that LNG shipments
to both coasts of the U.S. will increase substantially
over the next decade. If this is to happen, many new
receiving terminals will be required - there are only
two presently in operation.
If we are to sustain our credibility, we must plan
ahead, create awareness and understanding. We
must promote increased industry activity and
hasten the delivery of frontier supplies. We must
also create a more attractive environment for
investment.
There will be local resistance to such terminals.
Maybe abandoned offshore platforms could be
utilized? They already have the pipeline
infrastructure.
If we can all agree that we probably have a
problem, then we can all work together toward
solutions. Solutions that will work for all
stakeholders. Now is the time to start the dialogue.
The U.S. imported approximately 330 Mmcf/d of
LNG in 1999 through two facilities which have a
total capacity of 1.05 Bcf/d. In addition, there are
mothballed LNG receiving terminals in the U.S.
(Maryland and Georgia) with a combined capacity
of 1.54 Bcf/d.
(Excerpts taken from Jim Gray's address as
presented at May 16, 2000 CAPLA Management
Night)
A further 1 Bcf/d could be added with minimal
capital cost, bringing the total U.S. LNG receiving
capacity to approximately 3.5 Bcf/d, 6% of 1999
U.S. demand.
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THIRD PARTY SURFACE AGREEMENTS
Course Date:
October 31, 2000
Registration
Deadline:
October 24, 2000
Duration:
Full Day, 8:30 to 4:30 at
The 400 Club (710 - 4 Avenue SW)
Fee:
Member $160.50 ($150.00 + $10.50 GST)
Non-Member $246.10 ($230.00 + $16.10 GST)
All fees include lunch
What to Bring:
Participants are encouraged to bring their own samples and questions, which will be discussed if time
permits. There is no pre-requisite required to attend this course.
Description:
Topics covered will include an overview of the various types of agreements in use, the legislation governing
them as well as a practical hands-on workshop on how to use these agreements. Additional topics include
an overview of standard requests and how to process such requests.
Target Audience:
Land administrators and other industry professionals who deal directly with Third Party Surface
Agreements and requests for Third Party Surface Agreements and, in particular, Crossing Agreements.
Instructor(s):
Dave Grzyb - Senior Technologist. Dave has over 15 years experience working in various facets of the
resource industry, and has worked in the Production Operations Group of the Energy and Utilities Board for
three years. Dave is involved with issues arising from pipeline work, such as materials specification,
hydrostatic testing, corrosion and integrity assessment, crossing agreements of orphaned pipelines, and
landowner queries.
Jack Evans - President, K.E.G. Consultants a division of K.E.G. Productions Ltd. Jack has over 23 years of
land experience, including an extensive background in surface land. He obtained his land agents licence in
1983 and has worked as a surface land administrator, manager of surface land administration and a
consultant to industry. In 1985, Jack formed K.E.G. Productions Ltd., which specializes in providing
surface land information. K.E.G. has evolved into a full service consulting and surface land systems firm
and features the S.L.I.M. software system.
REGISTRATION (payment must accompany registration to confirm your place)
CAPLA Member
First Name:
Non-Member
Last Name:
Corporation:
Mailing Address:
Postal Code:
Email:
Phone:
Fax:
Course Name: 3rd Party Surface Agreements
Amount Enclosed: Fee
Date: October 31, 2000
GST
Total $
Cheques payable to CAPLA (GST# 136820362)
Please return this form with applicable fee to:
440 - 10816 MacLeod Trail S., Suite 359, Calgary, AB, T2J 5N8 Phone: 571-0640
REGISTRATION/CANCELLATION POLICIES:
Registration is required 5 working days prior to course date. CAPLA will reimburse the full cost of a seminar/workshop
provided the participant withdraws in writing (fax or mail) 3 working days before the course date. If a participant fails to cancel
registration within this time a refund will not be issued; however, a substitute may be sent in place of the registered participant.
FAXED REGISTRATION FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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DATE:
LOCATION:
TIME:
TICKET PRICE:
Tuesday, September 19th, 2000
400 Club (710 - 4th Avenue SW)
Cocktails 4:30 - 5:30, Dinner & Speaker 5:30 to 7:30
$20.00 for Members
$25.00 for Non-Members
TOPIC:
FAST, SMART & IN CONTROL
We respond to today's rapidly changing work environment by
continually upgrading our computers, software and information
systems, but how about our brain software? Recent brain
research shows that you can increase your abilities to perform
breakthrough thinking, influence people and develop mental
mastery in dealing with personal and professional challenges.
SPEAKER:
Dr. Sonia Herasymowych is principal of “Self Energetics”, a
consulting firm that assists organizations and teams in
developing high performance by incorporating diverse ways of
thinking. She is noted for her dynamic presentations about the
use of science in everyday life. Her academic qualifications
include receiving a BA with Honours in Chemistry, MSc in
Physical Chemistry, and a PhD in Biochemistry. She is a certified
practitioner in Meyers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)® and the
Herrmann Brain Dominance Instrument (HBDI)®. In addition to
her private practice, she is an associate of MHA Institute Inc.,
Calgary.
Dr. Herasymowych will be kicking off CAPLA's fall season beginning with September's Dinner Meeting.
She is also presenting a follow-up seminar Think & Thrive - Mental Mastery At Work on October
26th, 2000.
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CAPLA DINNER MEETING REGISTRATION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2000
Registration Deadline:
Cancellation Deadline:
Location:
Time:
Fee:
Speaker:
Topic:
Tuesday, September 12, 2000
Noon, September 18, 2000, by fax to CAPLA @ 571-0644
The 400 Club (710 - 4 Avenue SW)
4:30 to 8:00 pm
Member $20.00, Non-Member $25.00 (GST Included)
Dr. Sonia Herasymowych
Fast, Smart & In Control
1. FAXES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Registration is on pre-paid basis only.
2. Fees (cash, cheque, Visa or Amex) are to be mailed to CAPLA (440 - 10816 MacLeod Trail S., Suite 359, Calgary,
AB, T2J 5N8) accompanied by payment and completed registration form. Please make cheque payable to “CAPLA”.
3. Maximum seating capacity is 370. Register early to avoid disappointment.
4. Incomplete registration forms will not be processed.
5. Tickets will be sent by T2P Mail to the contact provided below. Present your ticket at the door to gain entrance to
the meeting. Your ticket will indicate your assigned table. Guests have the option of sitting with their sponsor. Limit
of 2 guests per member.
Charge to my ❑ VISA
❑ AMEX Card Holder Name:
Card Number:
Expiry Date:
Signature:
COMPANY NAME: (information must be provided)
CONTACT NAME:
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CAPLA MEMBER NAME
CAPLA MEMBER NAME
NON-MEMBER GUESTS ATTENDING
Guest Name
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with actual case studies. The topics to be addressed
include the history of ROFRs, provisions in CAPL
Operating Procedures and other agreements,
administration of ROFRs (i.e., complying or not
complying with clauses), ROFRs as a part of the sale
process and in asset exchange transactions. The
time frame within which a ROFR must be addressed
and how to calculate the interests of the parties
when exercised will also be discussed.
SURFACE RIGHTS BOARD/LAND
COMPENSATION BOARD
September 21st, 2000
8:30 am to 12:00 p.m.
Member:
$100.00 + $7.00 GST = $107.00
Non-Member:
$180.00 + $12.60 GST = $192.60
This course provides a review and discussion of the
process involved in filing applications before the
Surface Rights Board and/or Land Compensation
Board. You will also be guided through the process of
filling out a Surface Rights Board Application.
Participants are asked to bring questions for
discussion as this workshop is held primarily for that
purpose. This workshop will help you to assist the
Surface Landman and prepare for board hearings in
which your company may have to attend.
THINK & THRIVE - MENTAL MASTERY AT WORK
October 26, 2000
8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m.
Member:
$294.25 (275.00 + 19.25 GST)
Non-Member:
$374.50 (350.00 + 24.50 GST)
We respond to today's rapidly changing work
environment in land administration by continually
upgrading our computers, software and land
systems, but how about our brain software?
Adapting to standardization and streamlining
processes is the major task facing us today. Recent
brain research shows that you can increase your
abilities to perform breakthrough thinking, influence
people and develop mental mastery in dealing with
personal and professional challenges. In this
seminar, you will:
• Determine your thinking style and find out how it
affects communication and the feedback loop
• Explore how adapting and flexing your
communication style can create rapport with coworkers, partners and clients
• Find out why becoming accountable for your
thinking and actions allows you to respond
quickly and creatively to change and even thrive
on the changes happening
• Discover how to overcome mental fatigue and
everyday stresses in your environment
• Identify how you can add value by discovering a
sense of purpose within your company
• Begin a plan to create opportunities and become
a master learner on your professional "learning
road map"
PASC ACCOUNTING PROCEDURE
October 17th, 2000
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Member:
$100.00 + $7.00 GST = $107.00
Non-Member:
$180.00 + 12.60 GST = $192.60
This half-day course will provide you with an
understanding of the PASC Accounting Procedure
and how the information contained in the Procedure
affects various departments. Materials provided
include the 1983, 1988 and 1996 Accounting
Procedures along with explanatory guides, auditing
protocol and the Farmin/Farmout Bulletin.
MASTER ROAD USE AGREEMENT
October 19th, 2000
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Member:
$100.00 + 7.00 GST = $107.00
Non-Member:
$180.00 + $12.60 = $192.60
This course will review the reasons why a Master
Road Use Agreement was established with special
emphasis placed on Clauses 12.0 and 15.2. The
handling of the addendum will be addressed with
examples as well as the many different situations in
which land administrators may find themselves with
regard to road use.
3RD PARTY SURFACE AGREEMENTS
October 31,2000
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Member:
$160.50 ($150.00 + $10.50 GST)
Non-Member:
$246.10 ($230.00 + $16.10 GST)
Topics covered will include an overview of the
various types of agreements in use, the legislation
governing them as well as a practical hands-on
workshop on how to use these agreements.
Additional topics include an overview of standard
requests and how to process such requests.
RIGHTS OF FIRST REFUSAL (ROFRs)
October 24th, 2000
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Member:
$150.00 + $10.50 GST = $160.50
Non-Member:
$230.00 + $16.10 GST = $246.10
For the "novice" this course provides an excellent
introduction to ROFRs as well as being a thorough
overview for administrators with some exposure and
experience in this area. Students will be given some
hands-on examples as the course is interspersed
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CAPLA Member
First Name
Non-Member
Last Name:
Position:
Corporation:
Mailing Address:
Postal Code:
Email:
Phone:
Fax:
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Phone: 571-0640
REGISTRATION/CANCELLATION POLICIES:
Registration is required 5 working days prior to course date. CAPLA will reimburse the full cost
of a seminar/workshop provided the participant withdraws in writing (fax or mail) 3 working
days before the course date. If a participant fails to cancel registration within this time a refund
will not be issued; however, a substitute may be sent in place of the registered participant.
FAX AND EMAIL REGISTRATION FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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THE CAPL CONTINUING EDUCATION COMMITTEE IS PLEASED TO
OFFER THE FOLLOWING COURSES
Alberta Energy & Utilities Board Regulations G56/60
Well Spacing and Holdings
October 19
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is designed for landmen and other
individuals who wish to become familiar with
concepts and regulations associated with Drilling
Spacing Units and Target Areas in Alberta, British
Columbia, and Saskatchewan and the implications
of these.
September 13 & 14
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is an "in-depth" educational seminar
that will explore and apply the full impact of the
G56/60 requirements on all land personnel and
engineers as well as their companies who may be
responsible for AEUB applications.
Contractual Issues Relating to Acquisitions
and Divestments
Saskatchewan P&NG Regulations
October 24
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is intended for land personnel who
require an understanding and working knowledge
of the Saskatchewan Petroleum and Natural Gas
Regulations.
September 19
8:30 - 12:00
This seminar will focus on the legal aspects of the
acquisition of oil and gas reserves and facilities.
Special emphasis will be on legal issues as to the
rights to deposit, basis tax issues, the treatment of
effective date vs. closing date, conditions precedent,
consents, ROFRs, due diligence and indemnities.
Property Trades, Acquisitions and
Divestments
October 11
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is intended for land personnel who
require an understanding and working knowledge
of the Alberta Mines and Minerals Act and
associated Regulations.
October 25 & 26
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is intended for oil and gas industry
personnel who are involved in a corporate
rationalization, acquisition and divestment
environment. It will be of most benefit to those
individuals responsible for land functions related to
the acquisition and divestment process.
Production Agreements
Alberta Crown Lease Continuation
Alberta P&NG Regulations
October 11
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is designed for industry personnel
who require a good understanding of agreements
commonly used in relation to the production of joint
venture oil and gas.
October 25
8:30 - 12:00
This seminar is intended for land personnel who
are involved in the Alberta Crown lease
continuation application process.
For registration or more information on these or
any other CAPL course, please contact Denise
Grieve at CAPL office at 237-6635 or fax 263-1620.
CAPL Operating Procedure Operations
Issues/Horizontal Wells
October 17
8:30 - 4:30
This seminar is intended for industry personnel
who require a working understanding of how the
CAPL 1990 Operating Procedure addresses specific
operational issues.
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WELCOME TO OUR
NEW CAPLA MEMBERS!!
Paula Bailly
Laurie Barrett
Chris Bartole
Sharon Beaudette
Diane Berman
Teresa Chorneyko
Leigh Cunes
Mike Downie
David Drinnan
Rosanne Dugandzic
Karen Elliot
Susan English
Cara Fast
Marilyn Feeg
Peg FitzGerald
Mary Foster
Jordanna Fraser
Michelle Gourlay
Christine Hampton
Joe Hayter
Ryan Heath
Arlene J. Hill
Alison Hough
Brian Hudson
Margrit Johnson
Celestine Karst
Ed Kozbial
Karen Kyffin
Jason Lainof
Thomas J. Leakos
Tammy Leskun
Laura Lockhart
Jeanette Madson
Delena McConville
Lainie Nyl
Cherie Opden Dries
Lois Pozzobon
Brandy Reddaway
Kate Ronald
Ken Rossi
Sherry Rourke
Paula Rowe
John Sanford
Sherri Sawyer
Nesha Shaw
Monica Simpson
Robin Smiechowski
Hazel Tolentino
Josie Arcega Turingan
Elizabeth Urquhart
Manjeet Virdee
Doreen Walker
Brenda Waugh
Tracy Williams
Wanda Wilson
Kit Woo
Loni Zaharko
Anita Zarn
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MEMBER INFO CHANGES
Gloria Andrews
Canor Energy Ltd. to
Velvet Exploration Ltd.
(403) 303-3119
Carrie Arsenault
Scott Land & Lease Ltd.
to
Genesis Exploration Ltd.
(403) 298-0870
Jennifer Bailie
Talisman Energy Inc. to
Bonavista Petroleum Ltd.
(403) 213-4320
Deanna Barrell
to
PriceWaterhouseCoopers
(403) 509-8330
Charmaine Belley
Cabre Exploration Ltd. to
Intrigue Energy Ltd.
(403) 232-1393
Gay Bildersheim
PanCanadian Petroleum
Limited to
Independent
(403) 362-5883
Shawna Blanchard
to Independent
(403) 701-9632
Roberta Brost
Harvard Energy to
Meota Resources Corp.
(403) 781-2407
Miranda Brown
(403) 509-8357
Search Energy Corp.
(403) 781-2375
Wendy Bursey
Fletcher Challenge
Energy
to
Upton Resources Inc.
(403) 218-8976
Cindy Ganong
ISH Energy Ltd. to
Maxx Petroleum Ltd.
(403) 750-1173
Joanne Gilbert
Amoco Canada
Petroleum to
Independent
(403) 242-2463
Susan Chaffee
Highland Energy Inc. to
Independent
Jan Chamberlain
Meota Resources Corp.
to
Independent
Robin Govier
Independent to
Barrington Petroleum
Ltd.
(403) 303-3925
Frank Cortese
Merit Energy Ltd. to
Promax Energy Inc.
(403) 261-8880
Pam Gusek
Newquest Energy Inc. to
Founders Energy Ltd.
(403) 781-5327
Sharon Culley
Ulster Petroleums Ltd. to
Anderson Exploration
Arlene Hill
to Regent Land Services
(403) 265-8709
Chantal Duval
Bellator Exploration Inc.
to
Baytex Energy Ltd.
(403) 267-0780
Maureen Huck
Independent to
Marathon Canada
Limited
(403) 974-7608
Juliette Faucher
Founders Energy Ltd. to
Independent
Lynn Isaak
Ulster Petroleums Ltd. to
Anderson Exploration
Ltd.
(403) 232-7562
Sandra Forsythe
Pengrowth Management
Limited to
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Robert Jansen
Tri Link Resources to
Independent
(403) 278-0772
Bonnie Jones
Bonavista Petroleum Ltd.
to
Independent
(403) 547-4948
Chelsea Kirkpatrick
First Star Energy Ltd. to
Landrite Systems
International
(403) 233-0600
Dianne Kearns
Grey Wolfe Exploration
Inc. to
Celsius Energy Resources
Ltd.
(403) 231-1467
James Kesegic
Sahara Land Consulting
to
PennWest Petroleum
(403) 777-3333
Monica Louise Kesjar
Independent to
Cavalier Land Ltd.
(403) 264-5188
Kristine M. Luft
Independent to
Conoco Canada Limited
(403) 260-2431
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Laura Kuzmiski
Indian Oil and Gas
Canada to
Independent
(403) 201-4065
Chi Le
Paramount Resources to
Gauntlet Energy
Corporation
(403) 216-8665
Teresa D. Leavitt
Independent to
PanCanadian Resources
(403) 290-3436
Teresa Lunam
Dominion Energy Canada
to
AEC Oil & Gas
(403) 213-2617
W. Frances Maier
AEC Oil & Gas to
Retired
Glenn Miller
Newport Petroleum to
Hunt Oil Company
(403) 215-8653
Elsie Packer
Packer Land Services
Ltd.
(403) 218-8651
Kathryn Palmer
to Applied Terravision
Systems Inc.
(403) 236-0946
August 2000
Christa Pearson
Maverick Land
Consultants to
Petromet Resources
Limited
(403) 213-7382
Lana Sawatzky
Canadian Natural
Resources to
Stellarton Energy
Corporation
(403) 250-5226
Kimberley Penney
Signalta Resources
Limited to
Summit Resources
Limited
(403) 269-4410
Dave Scabar
Sunoma Energy Corp. to
Danoil Energy Ltd.
(403) 261-7371
Jody Schellenberg
APF Energy Group to
Anderson Exploration
Ltd.
(403) 232-7540
Lois Pozzobon
Talisman Energy Inc. to
Land Solutions Inc.
(403) 290-0008
Leslie Thomas
Hunt Oil Company to
Independent
(403) 247-1280
Judy Quinn
Independent to
Talisman Energy Inc.
(403) 237-1782
Raelynn Thomson
PanCanadian Petroleum
Limited to
Ionic Energy Inc.
(403) 264-8668 Ext. 61
Harv Rasmussen
Ulster Petroleums Ltd. to
Anderson Exploration
Ltd.
(403) 232-7606
Canada, Inc.
(403) 298-4415
Jennifer Wolfe
Maverick Land
Consultants to
Cypress Energy Inc.
(403) 294-1559
NAME CHANGE
Lisa Cybulski to
Lisa Hoshizaki
Kim Johnson to
Kim Miller
Monica Kennedy to
Monica Baranec
Juliette Perron to
Juliette Faucher
Tricia Sampson to
Tricia Pearson
Coreen Smith-MacDonald
to
Coreen A. Smith
J. Leaha Waite
Independent to
Linda Szabo to
Murphy Oil Company Ltd. Linda Bratrud
(403) 294-8811
Celeste Rissling
Northstar Energy
Corporation to
LandSolutions Inc.
(403) 290-0008
Tracy Williams
Cabre Exploration Ltd. to
Cavalier Land Ltd.
(403) 264-5188
Darlene Rogers
Indian Oil and Gas
Canada to
QBYTE Services Ltd.
(403) 509-7394
Trevor Williams
to Coastal Oil & Gas
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Cocktail Cruise Networking
Night with IRWA
11
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October Issue
15
COURSE:
Third Party Surface
Agreements
18
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Dinner Meeting
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