Energy Law Papers

Regulatory and Liability Issues in Horizontal Multi-Stage Fracturing

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Keith Luft, Thomas O’Leary, Ian Laing The last few decades have witnessed greater exploration of oil and gas developments and improvements and evolution in technology that have been driven by the strong demand for… [Read More…] about Regulatory and Liability Issues in Horizontal Multi-Stage Fracturing

Joint Ventures in the Canadian Energy Industry

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Author: Brad Grant This article explores the concept of a joint venture and the use of joint venture agreements in the Canadian energy industry. The discussion is particularly timely as there have been a number… [Read More…] about Joint Ventures in the Canadian Energy Industry

Assessment and Analysis of the Decision of the Alberta Court of Appeal in OMERS Energy v. Alberta (Energy Resources Conservation Board)

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Alicia Quesnel, Aaron Rogers This article provides an assessment of how the findings of the Alberta Court of Appeal in OMERS Energy v. Alberta (Energy Resources Conservation Board) compare and conflict with the approach historically taken… [Read More…] about Assessment and Analysis of the Decision of the Alberta Court of Appeal in OMERS Energy v. Alberta (Energy Resources Conservation Board)

The New Dawn — Commercial and Regulatory Considerations Affecting Liquified Natural Gas Export from British Columbia

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: David Holub, Laura Letourneau, Janice Buckingham, Gord Nettleton This article explores a sampling of commercial and regulatory issues, challenges, and risks encountered in the development of the Kitimat Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) project. The… [Read More…] about The New Dawn — Commercial and Regulatory Considerations Affecting Liquified Natural Gas Export from British Columbia

Protecting Your Intellectual Capital in the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Frank Tosto, Evan Nuttall Technological advancements are a key economic driver in the energy sector, particularly in the Alberta oil sands. Underlying the commercialization and use of such advancements are patents, trade secrets, and… [Read More…] about Protecting Your Intellectual Capital in the Canadian Oil and Gas Industry

Fixing the Energy Project Approval Process in Canada: An Early Assessment of Bill C-38 and Other Thoughts

Volume 50, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Sandy Carpenter This article examines Bill C-38 and its potential impact on the current energy project assessment process in Canada, and considers whether Bill C-38 is likely to achieve its stated objectives. This article… [Read More…] about Fixing the Energy Project Approval Process in Canada: An Early Assessment of Bill C-38 and Other Thoughts

Recent Regulatory and Legislative Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

Volume 49, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Rosa Twyman, Michelle Forrieter The purpose of this article is to highlight and discuss legislative and regulatory developments relevant to energy lawyers, including electricity matters, and related jurisprudence that have arisen during the 12-month… [Read More…] about Recent Regulatory and Legislative Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

Recent Judicial Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

Volume 49, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Colin Feasby, Simon Baines, Daina Kvisle This article provides an overview of recent judicial developments of interest to energy lawyers. The authors summarize and provide commentary on recent Canadian case law in the areas… [Read More…] about Recent Judicial Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

The Changing Regulatory Scheme in Northeast British Columbia

Volume 49, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Author: Wally Braul The Northeast British Columbia (NEBC) oil patch is undergoing a boom in land tenure sales, exploration, and production. This comes at a time of increasing public concern over the use of hydraulic… [Read More…] about The Changing Regulatory Scheme in Northeast British Columbia