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CAPLA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Will be held: March 20, 2002 at 400 Club MESSAGE FROM... Darlene Rogers, Communication Committee Volunteer Dinner Meeting 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. See Registration Form on Page 10 With another new year upon us, we turn to reflection of past achievements, personally and in other areas of our lives. For those of us who heard Dr. Guest Speaker: Sonja speak at the Sheraton luncheon on Jan. 15th, we were reminded that Ann Perodeau, B.A., M.A. we are each, individually, responsible for taking advantage of opportunities Topic: to better our lives. If you don't believe that, look what it has done for The Fellowship of the Ring: The Journey of Professional Integrity CAPLA. Just think how far this organization has come since it was incorporated in 1993 and what opportunities are in front of us! If members Deadline for next didn't care and participate it wouldn't have happened. CAPLA NEXUS: March 6, 2002 With this in mind, we thought it appropriate to publish some thoughts received from Dawne Nelson, one of our members. We think it will remind Effective December, 2001 us of our personal progress in becoming the great people that are part of CAPLA’s Membership was 1,673 this organization. IN THIS EDITION.... Board Highlights ...... 2 May the new year bring prosperous times to all and present many exciting CAPLA 2002 Conference Overview . . . 3 opportunities. CAPLA Election Voting Information . . . 6 Nomination Biographies ...... 7 12 Years and Still Going Annual General Dinner Meeting ...... 9 Just over 12 years ago, I was a graduate of the very first one-year program, Registration Form Annual General Dinner Meeting ...... 10 “ Land Practices Administration” offered at SAIT. The original Communication Bride Between focus of the course was to offer a new career to women who were either on Government & Industry...... 11 Employment Insurance at the time or not employed outside the home. This Technology Corner ...... 12 new career had the promise of filling a growing need for land administrators International Oil and Gas Agreements 14 Mentoring ...... 16 in the . Events Review ...... 17 St. Patrick's Day Party Invitation. . . . 18 A career in land administration has been roller-coaster ride for some - Road Use Information Exchange layoffs, takeovers, mergers - but overall those graduates who chose to stay Session ...... 19 in the field have been rewarded with interesting jobs that pay comfortably Course Registration ...... 20 Upcoming CAPLA Courses...... 21 with good benefits and the chance to advance. For most, employment has Committee Updates...... 24 been fairly steady with only short periods of unemployment. Volunteer Recognition...... 25 Bowling Party Registration ...... 27 The wide range of subjects at SAIT gave us choices as to what facet of Land Golf Clinic Registration ...... 28 Administration we wanted to follow: Surface, Minerals, or Contracts. We New Members & Member Info Changes ...... 29 were then able to confirm our choices by participating in two 2-month practicums and were sometimes fortunate to obtain positions at the CAPLA NEXUS Vol 7.0 February 2002 sponsoring companies.

It was with great sadness that we heard of the passing of John Belgrave who managed the Petroleum Land and Accounting programs at SAIT. As well as managing two very successful programs, he was a mentor and friend to many students: well respected by all.

While in school, we heard rumors that an association for land administrators was starting up at the grass roots level and within 5 years the Canadian Association of Petroleum Land Administration was born. The courses offered by CAPLA advance our land knowledge and volunteering for committees allows us to network and interact with fellow administrators. It has provided an excellent opportunity to further our commitment to our careers.

After 12 years in the industry, I can still say that Land Admin was the right career choice then and still is now!

Dawne Nelson, Conoco Canada Resources Limited

CAPLA BOARD HIGHLIGHTS

At the December 11th meeting, the CAPLA Budget for the 2002 year was approved.

Connie Butcher Secretary, CAPLA PricewaterhouseCoopers

DON'T FORGET TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MARCH 20, 2002

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CAPLA 2002 CONFERENCE “Mapping the Changing Landscape”

Message from the Chairperson Another conference is upon us and I am proud to introduce the education sessions that have been chosen by the Education Committee for the 2002 Conference. We have several new sessions this year that respond to current trends within the oil and gas industry as well as some courses that have been favorites from past conferences. The format for this year's conference has changed slightly. The sessions in the morning are more in depth and intensive and span two hours while the afternoon session are one hour in duration on several different topics.

We hope you will enjoy the educational sessions that are being offered. There is something for everyone! Don't forget to register for the Early Bird Draw February 15, 2002!

1A. SAIT Wellsite Tour A tour of the SAIT production wellsite education centre. This tour is a field trip without having to go into the field. For the first part of the tour, you will have a chance to see some physical equipment and working models of a service rig/wellhead; battery operations equipment [headers, separators, treaters, tanks]; gas operations equipment [compressors, dehydrators, NGL extraction units]. The second part of the tour will look at two films regarding drilling and completing wells and operations of oil battery processing equipment.

1B. Alberta P&NG Regulations This session will cover the regulations in Alberta which affect offsets, registrations, units, sales, continuations and trespass. Come and find out how common errors and pitfalls can be avoided. There will be plenty of time for questions.

1C. Surface Issues - Working Together From Start to Finish Land acquisition and public consultation can be challenging from the very beginning without proper planning. While experience and knowledge of regulations is important, so are the people and consultation skills required to apply this expertise. Our panel will present views and experience from the AEUB, the Appropriate Dispute Resolution process, surface land and public consultation.

1D. Acquisitions and Divestments - The Paper War This session will outline the cycle of a land deal starting from when it enters the Acquisition and Divestment department and the various general procedures involved, such as other departments that must be notified and how information is communicated throughout the company.

1E. The Ins and Outs of Contract Drafting In a busy land environment Analysts are increasingly drafting agreements as part of their deal procedures. What aspects are legally pertinent for a complete agreement? Learn how to draft a solid agreement for administration facilitation and the details required to satisfy operations.

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1F. How They Do it Down South - US Lands This session will provide an overview of the land administration processes/procedures involved in acquiring and maintaining lands in the U.S. The administration and maintenance of U.S. lands are performed by Lease Title Analysts and Division Order Analysts who each have their own associations (NALTA and NADOA). Our goal is to provide you with a good understanding of the intricacies involved in U.S. land administration.

2A. Self-Management: Taking Control of Your Life Stress costs Canadian industry millions each year, yet no one calculates what the real cost is to our personal lives. We all have many demands placed on us whether they are related to work, family, home, or community involvement. Recognize and appreciate the interrelationship between stress and time management, interpersonal communications, and transition and change in your life. Learn how to better manage your whole life and live better!

2B. The Life Story of A Unit - Administering your interest So you have one of those things called a "Unit" - now what? This presentation briefly touches on the activities involved in administering Unit Agreements and Unit Operating Agreements. By providing an overview of the unitization process and Unit documents and by introducing the attendee to the Exhibits through a discussion of topics ranging from administering Unit ownership interests and Unit assets, the decision making process, and highlighting activities affecting Unit administration, hopefully, we will have demystified some aspects of Unit administration

2C. Are you Clarifying, Amending or Superceding the Existing Agreement? Is the data integrity of your land records an important issue to your company? What do you do with those agreements that you know have out of date operating or accounting procedures, have gaps in the chain-of-title or cover multiple areas. This seminar will attempt to deal with some of these issues, by giving you the tools to develop the paperwork, which will enable you to create the accuracy you desire within your land records.

2D. Saskatchewan P&NG Regulations This session will focus on the ongoing changes to the Saskatchewan Regulations. Topics will include pooling and addendum agreements, well licensing, exploration licence and permit work requirements, lease continuance, Crown land sales, Saskatchewan disposition types and the Saskatchewan oil and gas registry.

2E. Avoiding EUB rejection - what's new in Guides 56, 69 Do you know what is required prior to applying for a well licence or pipeline permit? What about transferring wells between companies? This session will help clarify the logistics of guides 56 & 69.

2F. Horizontal Wells - Where are our legs? A discussion of the oil and gas regulations in Saskatchewan and Alberta as they pertain to horizontal wells, particularly the issue of spacing. The issues that arise prior to and after drilling a horizontal well and options for setting up a horizontal well in land systems will be discussed.

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3A. British Columbia P&NG Regulations This session will cover aspects of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Act and associated regulations as they apply to the acquisition and administration of tenure in British Columbia. Grouping of drilling licenses and permits, and the continuation of leases will be reviewed.

3B. Gross Royalty Trusts: Wanted - Dead or Alive An indepth look at the issues surrounding Gross Royalty Trust Agreements. Topics include: (i) What are they?; (ii) Who entered into them?; (iii) When should a lessee be concerned?; (iv) How can I determine whether a particular Gross Royalty Trust Agreement is still valid?; and (iv) Why should anyone care? The discussion will include a review of the relevant case law, from the Hetherington decision to the most recent Astl decision.

3C. Telecommuting - Is Working From Home Right for You? This session will provide an overview of the issues surrounding the option of working from home including how to decide if it is the right option for you and your company/clients, the planning stages and issues to consider before making the step to telecommute and setting up your office at home. Our goal is to provide you with as much information as possible for you to be able to make an informed decision about telecommuting.

3D. Preparing for Tomorrow: The Past, Present and Future of Land Administration An examination of the "old" and "new" models of Land Administration in the context of the evolution of the industry's business conditions, document standardization initiatives and, particularly, land information systems. How to adapt more easily to change by recognizing how these trends will influence the skill sets required of Land Administrators covering a broad context including Contract, Mineral & Surface Administration.

3E. Current Saskatchewan Land Title Process - Overview of Procedures An examination of the "old" and "new" models of Land Administration in the context of the evolution of the industry's business conditions, document standardization initiatives and, particularly, land information systems. How to adapt more easily to change by recognizing how these trends will influence the skill sets required of Land Administrators covering a broad context including Contract, Mineral & Surface Administration.

3F. The Tic Tac Toe Game of Offset Obligations Crown and Freehold Lessors are becoming much more active in issuing offset notices to lease holders. Recently, several law firms have started reviewing leases on behalf of freeholders for offset opportunities. A diverse view of offsets, how they work, and how to administer them on a go-forward basis.

Kerrie Bordeleau CAPLA 2002 Chairperson

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ELECTION VOTING INFORMATION

ADVANCED ON-LINE POLLING MARCH 18 AND 19, 2002 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm ADVANCED POLLING MARCH 20, 2002 - 12:00 Noon to 2:00 pm REGULAR VOTING MARCH 20, 2002 - 4:30 to 5:30

Advanced Polling On-Line: March 18 & 19 2002 - 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Contact the CAPLA Office ([email protected] or phone 571-0640) to receive on-line voting instructions and ballot. Ballots received on-line will be verified by the CAPLA Office and delivered to CAPLA's Legal Counsel Craig Johnstone on March 20th for counting. Once voting has been completed and the election results finalized by Board Motion at the Annual General Meeting all ballot forms will be destroyed.

Advanced Polling: March 20, 2002 - Noon to 2:00 pm

In person at Petro-Canada Centre, 150 - 6 Avenue S.W. - 17th Floor, Room 17D, ballot forms will be available for you at the polling station. All ballots received will be verified by representatives of the Nominations Committee at the polling station and delivered to CAPLA's Legal Counsel Craig Johnstone on March 20th for counting. Once voting has been completed and the election results finalized by Board Motion at the Annual General Meeting all ballot forms will be destroyed.

Regular Voting: March 20, 2002 - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm

In person at The 400 Club (710 - 4th Avenue SW), ballot forms will be available for you at the polling station. All ballots received will be verified by representatives of the Nominations Committee at the polling station and counted by CAPLA's Legal Counsel Craig Johnstone. Once voting has been completed and the election results finalized by Board Motion at the Annual General Meeting all ballot forms will be destroyed.

Additional Election Information: • Annual General Meeting will be held on March 20th, 2002 from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; • No election ballots will be accepted past 5:30 pm on March 20th, 2002; • Only positions with more than one nominee will be voted upon; • Acclamation positions will be ratified by a Board motion during the Annual General Meeting; • You do not have to register for or attend the dinner meeting to vote.

Please visit CAPLA's Website www.caplacanada.org or refer to NEXUS February Edition to review candidate information and biographies.

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NOMINATION BIOGRAPHIES Name: Candace Bakay Name: Kevin L. Egan Running for: President Running for: Standardization Director Current Employer: Meota Resources Corp. Current Employer: Husky Oil Operations Limited Years of Experience: 25 Years of Experience: 6 years

Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: • Promote Land Disciplines within industry and • My goal is to promote a professional committee in educational organizations; which the volunteers will be accountable to • Build on the existing framework to ensure CAPLA themselves and to the rest of the association for remains a progressive and respected industry initiating and implementing ideas that will aid the association; industry in providing better ways to conduct the • Support ongoing implementation of the CAPLA 5 business of land administration. I also feel Year Education Program. strongly that the committee should be: 1. fun for all participating members, Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: 2. have meaningful short term and long term goals; • 25 years of experience in the Oil and Gas Industry and encompassing all areas within a corporation 3. will aid in enhancing the career development goals (production & reservoir engineering, marketing, of the individual participants. accounting, information systems, acquisitions and divestments, land) including supervision of Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: contract and secretarial staff; • In 1994 I made a conscious decision to change • Conference Chair, CAPLA 2000 Conference; careers from that of a fisheries biologist to an • Participant, Seismic Review Committee; unknown future in land administration. My 5 year • Woods Homes - Volunteer; goal was to develop the skills and business • Kinsman Stampede Volunteer. contacts necessary to give me the opportunity to expand my career. Therefore, I embarked on a Name: Gale Breen game plan which involved taking, head on, all Running for: Education Director work related challenges and participating as a Current Employer: Visions Software Inc. volunteer on as many committees as time Years of Experience: 21 allowed.

Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: • My initial responsibilities at Triumph Energy • To coordinate and assist in the development and Corporation included all surface, mineral and implementation of a CAPLA 5 Year Education Plan contract administration duties. These • To develop more senior level courses responsibilities soon expanded to include the • To work with other industry association education duties of a contracts landman. I am currently a committees to jointly develop and offer courses to Senior Landman at Husky Oil Operations Limited industry negotiating in the and Coalbed Methane Business Units. Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: • Current CAPLA Education Committee Member • Some of the various committees I have • Past CAPLA President volunteered on are: Standardization (in which I • Current CAPLA Land Basics and Royalty participated in the development of the Master Administration Course Instructor Road Use Agreement and Seismic Operation and • Past Program Coordinator and Instructor for SAIT Data Ownership Agreement) and Information Land Administration Certificate Program Services. As well I have volunteered as a course facilitator for CAPL's Education Committee.

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NOMINATION BIOGRAPHIES cont’d

Name: Marianne McKay Saskatchewan. I am currently enrolled in the Running for: Treasurer CAPPA program, having completed Level Three in Current Employer: McKay Land Consultants Ltd. November, 2001. Years of Experience: 19 • I have worked in the Oil and Gas Industry for 29 years. The majority of my work experience Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: encompassed accounting support for NGL, • Maintain financial records for the Association, Sulphur and Gas Marketing. provide timely reports and work with CAPLA's • For the past 5 years, I have been the audit Auditor in the compilation and creation of coordinator for company operated joint venture CAPLA's Annual Report. Ensure Directors and properties. Committee strive to maintain reasonable costs • Most recently, I have taken a new position as Joint and expenses by meeting budget objectives. Venture Accounting Analyst in our company's CAPLA's Executive has decided that the Acquisition and Divestiture group. Treasurer's position will no longer be responsible • I am relatively new to the land area. However, I do for day-to-day bookkeeping. The CAPLA Office look forward to the challenge of learning new Staff will assume this new role and I look forward skills, increasing my knowledge of this area and to assisting them during the transition of duties. I assisting CAPLA in their endeavors. would also like to implement the use of MasterCard thereby offering all three major credit Name: Kathy Ward cards for the convenience of our membership. Running for: Information Systems Director Current Employer: Applied Terravision Systems Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: Years of Experience: 20 years • 6 years as CAPLA Member Services Committee Member Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: • Job Bank administrator for 6 years • Assist members by making all aspects of • 1996, 1998 and 2000 Conference Volunteer technology more understandable. • member of the CAPL, Volunteer for the Program • Play an active role in sharing technology Committee for the 2001 Conference information on existing and future ideas as relates to the land administration discipline. Name: Gwen Montgomery • Make technology applications easier to use and Running for: Treasurer understand by providing hints, tips, how to's in Current Employer: Petro-Canada Oil & Gas NEXUS and on our Website. Years of Experience: 29 • Show members how technology applications can benefit them in the workplace and overcome the Focus Upon Successful Attainment of Position: unknown quantities relating to technology. • I understand that the CAPLA Executive has • CAPLA has an excellent website and I would like determined that it is appropriate to relieve the to continue to enhance our website making it work Treasurer of the responsibilities of book keeping even better for busy individuals. and cheque preparation for signature and have • Very interested in seeking members ideas as these duties assumed by the CAPLA Office Staff. I relates to the website and technology to see how hope to assist the CAPLA Office as they undertake CAPLA could assist them. these new roles and I will lead the Board of CAPLA as the finances are reviewed and approved at Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: each monthly meeting. I also would endeavor to • Member of CAPLA since inception ensure compliance with identified audit trails with • Have experience in training individuals in how to appropriate checks and balances. I also would use technology and its applications monitor costs in relation to budget. • 20 years experience with an Oil & Gas Technology Company Contributions to Assist in Fulfilling Position: • Have conducted user groups to assist in learning • My educational background includes a Bachelor of new technology Arts Degree obtained from the University of • Managed over 100 land data conversion projects

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DATE: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2002

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Tuesday March 12, 2002

LOCATION: The 400 Club (710 - 4th Avenue SW)

TIME: 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm

TICKET PRICE: $24.00 for Members (GST Included) $29.00 for Non-Members (GST Included)

TICKETING: Dinner Meeting tickets will be sent by T2P Messenger to the Contact Name provided. Ticket delivery is Thursday and Friday prior to the Meeting Date. If you have not received your tickets by the Monday prior to the Meeting, please contact the CAPLA Office. For individuals outside the T2P Messenger delivery area your tickets will be held at the door for pick-up the night of the dinner meeting. Please check-in with Craig Robins at the table to the left of the stairs. Please 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.

SPEAKER: Ann Perodeau, B.A., M.A. - Challenge Management Development Ltd. Ann conducts seminars and consults on change and development issues. She has over 20 years of seminar and organizational development experience in public and private sectors. Her current practice fosters organizational change through encouraging individual leadership and interpersonal skills. In addition to her consulting and seminar practice, Ann teaches several courses through the Faculty of Continuing Education at the University of Calgary: Communications, Business Ethics, Ethical Issues in Organizations and the Field of Adult Education.

TOPIC: The Fellowship of the Ring: The Journey of Professional Integrity - A wall has sprung up between what we believe is morally correct in our personal lives and what is appropriate practice in the workplace. Professionals at all levels often face dilemmas in which they feel they must choose between their personal ethics (or professional code) and pressures that stir the inner voice of conscience. Some feel that they are expected to leave their personal and professional ethics at the door and have difficulty working and living with this approach. There are serious problems with the shedding of integrity; it doesn't work for most people and their ability to find their work fulfilling. It also doesn't work in the long-term best interests of the organization or association. This dinner will paint a lively picture of ways of viewing the work role, sometimes conflicting obligations that give people more and better choices on the job. There are no easy answers, but there is an opportunity to learn some helpful mindsets and strategies and to be able to be proud of what you do and how you do it.

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CAPLA ANNUAL GENERAL DINNER MEETING REGISTRATION WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2002

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 Cancellation Deadline: Noon March 15, 2002 by fax to CAPLA @ 571-0644 Location: The 400 Club (710 - 4th Avenue SW) Time: 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm Fee: Member $24.00, Non-Member $29.00 (GST Included) Speaker: Ann Perodeau, B.A., M.A. - Challenge Management Development Ltd. Topic: The Fellowship of the Ring - The Journey of Professional Integrity

1. Registration is on pre-paid basis only. Faxed forms will only be accepted for credit card submissions.

2. Submit completed registration form (accompanied by payment) to CAPLA 440 - 10816 Macleod Trail S. Suite 359, Calgary AB T2J 5N8. Payment options - Cheque, VISA or AMEX. Cheques made payable to CAPLA.

3. Dinner Meeting tickets will be sent by T2P Messenger to the Contact Name provided on the registration form. Ticket delivery is Thursday and Friday prior to the Meeting Date. If you have not received your tickets by the Monday prior to the Meeting, please contact the CAPLA Office. For individuals outside the T2P Messenger area your tickets will be held at the 400 Club for pick-up the night of the dinner meeting - please check with Craig Robins at the table to the left of the stairs. All attendees present their 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: (must be filled in)

CONTACT NAME: (must be filled in) PHONE NUMBER: CAPLA MEMBER NAME CAPLA MEMBER NAME CAPLA MEMBER NAME

NON-MEMBER GUESTS ATTENDING Guest Name Guest Corporation Member to be seated with

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COMMUNICATION BRIDGE questions. Some people wanted privacy to ask BETWEEN GOVERNMENT & INDUSTRY specific questions related to their files. Others stayed in the conference room to participate in In his book “Guide to Good Leadership”, author what often became a group discussion on Kenneth E Wells says, “A good listener tries to issues such as licenses, trespass, understand thoroughly what the other person continuations, offsets or sales. is saying.” This is one of the underlying principles of the Alberta Department of Energy By listening to stakeholders, Tenure was able (DOE) and practicing this on a regular basis to learn what Petroleum and Natural Gas strengthens the communication bridge Tenure Regulations were causing the most between government and industry. difficulty, what policies may be causing problems and might need amending and what On December 13, 2001, the managers of the areas of Tenure education need further DOE's Tenure team gathered in Calgary to meet emphasis. with industry and listen to their concerns and questions. Grace Matias, Continuations; Overall, both the Department staff and Brenda Ponde, P&NG Sales; Audrey Murray, industry representatives who attended felt this Freehold Mineral Tax; Leo Boisvert, Licenses, session was a success. Everyone seemed most Registrations and Defaults and Brenda appreciative to have the opportunity to ask Allbright, Crown Equity brought a wealth of their questions face-to-face. The DOE will knowledge and experience to this question- continue to listen and act on the concerns of and-answer drop-in session. industry. Look for another question-and- answer drop-in session in Spring. Within minutes, it became apparent this was going to be a busy day with a significant Brenda Allbright number of individuals wanting to pose Alberta Department of Energy

ELECTION 2002 NOMINATION BIOGRAPHIES the website in the Members Only area. POSTED ON WEBSITE Glenda Primrose Nomination biographies received for the 2002 CAPLA Website Administrator CAPLA Election have been posted on the Email: [email protected] Elections page in the Members Only area on the website. Job Descriptions for nominated positions are also included.

The deadline for nominations to be published in NEXUS was January 10, 2002.

However, nominations can be accepted up to forty-five (45) days prior to the Annual General Meeting to be held on March 20, 2002.

Nominations received from January 11 to February 1, 2002 will only be posted only on

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TECHNOLOGY CORNER

SOFTWARE PACKAGES TO OPEN FILE EXTENSIONS LISTED IN LAST NEXUS ARTICLE

Where to get free Software Packages

Adobe Acrobat Reader • Freeware program from Adobe to read Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format Files • Source Site: http://www.adobe.com/products/main.html

ESS-CCode • A Windows 32 bit program. Allows drag and drop unencoding/decoding and MIME support • Look for title name like exdXXw95.zip where XX is a version number • ftp://ftp.cica.indiana.edu/pub/pc/win95/txtutil/

Ghostscript •· Freeware program for viewing Postscript files on screen, saving to PICT format, etc. The program requires that you install a large (~6 MB) collection of files • To run Aladdin Ghostscript on a PC you need gs###ini.zip, gs###fn1.zip and one of gs###doc.zip, Be sure to read the README and index files in this directory. • ftp://ftp.cs.wise.edu/ghost/aladdin/

GIFConverter • Shareware program (!$30) for viewing and converting between GIF, PICT, TIFF, RLE, JPEG (JFIF), EPSF, RIFF, Macpaint, StartupScreen and "Scan Image" formats. Some primitive file editing can be done such as cropping and resizing (scale-by-percent) and adjusting file resolution and dither pattern. GIFConverter will save GIFs in Interlaced format if you choose, but cannot handle transparent colors. • The main site: http://www.kamit.com/gifconverter/obtaininggifconverter.html

LadyBug • The Lady bug 1.00 for Windows95/NT can only play MPEG files less than 800KB but it looks promising • ftp://ftp.cica.indiana,edu/pub/pc/win95/desktop/

Netscape • Netscape is by far the fastest and most powerfull World Wide Web browser • http://home.mcom.com/comprod/mirror/index.html

Poly View • Poly View is a Windows NT/95 program that displays GIF, JPEG, TIFF, and photo-cd graphics files and converts between these file formats. • ftp://cica.indiana,edu/pub/pc/win95/desktop/

Programmer's File Editor • Programmer's File Editor is a large-capacity multi-file programming oriented editor for Windows 3.1x, Windows NT on Intel and PowerPC platforms and Windows 95. • 16 bit version at ftp://ftp.cica.indiana.edu/pub/pc/win3/util/ (pfeXXXX.zip) · 32 bit version at ftp://ftp.cica.indiana.edu/pub/pc/win3/util/ (pfeXXXXX.zip)

Tar • Tar 4.0 will read and write tar files

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• Gopher://gopher.archive.umich.edu:7055/40/mac/util/compression/tar4.0b.sit.hqx

VMPEG • VMPEG can play MPEG system layer streams containing both video and audio. This is a win 32s program • ftp://ftp.cica.indiana.edue/pub/pc/win3/desktop/

Waveform Hold and Modify (WHAM) • WHAM provides support for a variety of formats, conversion between them and file editing functions. • ftp://ftp.cfrom.com/pub/cica/audio/

WinZip • WinZip is an essential tool for it's excellent handling of many different archiving and compression formats. Downloads as a self-extracting archive • 16 bit version ftp://ftp.cdrom.com/pub/cica/win3/util/ (winzipXX.exe) • 32 bit version ftp://ftp.cica.indiana.edu/pub/pc/win3/nt (wzntXX.exe)

WordView • For MS-windows user,displaying Microsolf Word Documents without having to allocate the memory resources required to fire up MS-Word is very handly. • ftp://ftp/microsoft.com/Softlib/MSLFILES/

What you may need to know about FTP: FTP stands for File Transfer Protocol. A protocol is a language that enables computers to speak to one another. FTP is used to make files and folders publicly available for transfer over the Internet. In some cases you may need to get permission from the network computer's administrator to log on and gain access to files on the computer. But often you will find that you can use FTP to gain access to certain networks or servers without having an account, or being an official password holder, with that computer. These "anonymous" FTP Servers can contain a broad range of data that is publicly available through FTP.

The Internet address (URL) for an FTP server looks slightly different from the URL you use for a typical web page. For example, Microsoft has an "anonymous" FTP server at ftp://ftp:microsoft.com, where you can download files ranging from product fixes, updated driver and utilities, to Microsoft Knowledge Base articles and other documentation.

How much access you have to files and folders on FTP servers depends on whether you gain access to the servers through a CERN proxy server or directly, and what kind of permissions you have with the FTP server. • Access through a CERN proxy server is limited to viewing or downloading files. You cannot rename, unload, or delete files through a CERN proxy server as you can through other types of proxy servers. • If you gain access to FTP sites directly, you can work with files and folders on the FTP server much like you work with them on your own computer. You can view, download, upload, rename, and delete files and folders. If you need permission from the FTP server to perform any of these actions, you will be prompted to provide your username and password.

CAPLA IS Committee

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INTERNATIONAL OIL AND GAS particularly in developing countries, the types of AGREEMENTS NOT THE agreement offered by the Government are SAME AS ALBERTA'S Production Sharing Agreements.

Alberta enjoys an oil and gas tenure system Conceptually, the Production Sharing Agreement which has evolved over a period of 70 years in is very different from the Royalty-Tax Agreement. response to changing political, economic and The fundamental difference arises from different social factors. It has been successful in attitudes towards the ownership of oil and gas attracting and maintaining investment in the oil resources and production. The Royalty-Tax and gas sector as the Western Canadian basin Agreement derives from the Anglo-Saxon legal has matured. It has also led to the development tradition which allows ownership of oil and gas of many independent oil and gas companies and production to be transferred to individuals and to the growth of a successful oil and gas service private companies. The Production Sharing and manufacturing sector. As a result, Canada Agreement derives from the Napoleonic legal boasts the second largest independent petroleum tradition which maintains that oil and gas sector in the world. And yet, as many Alberta oil resources and production should be owned by and gas industry personnel soon learn when they the State for the benefit of all citizens. begin to work internationally, Alberta's system is unique to the point of being an anomaly in the Under a Production Sharing Agreement, the State world. not only retains title to oil and gas resources but also is the only body allowed to conduct oil and In Alberta, the Provincial Government retains gas exploration and production operations, ownership (“title”) to its oil and gas resources usually via a national oil company. However, the but has no direct involvement in oil and gas national oil company has the right to appoint a exploration and production operations. Instead, private (and most commonly a foreign) oil and the Government grants rights to undertake gas company as contractor for a given area. The exploration and production to individuals and contractor operates at its sole risk and expense companies via petroleum and natural gas under the control of the national oil company. In agreements which convey the right to drill for the event of success, all production belongs to and produce oil and gas within the agreement the host country. However, the oil company is area. The agreements are awarded under a cash allowed to recover both its capital and operating bonus bidding system and no negotiation takes costs out of the production from the contract place between the Government and the area. The portion of production awarded to the successful agreement-holder. In the event a company for these purposes is referred to as discovery is made, title to the produced oil and “cost oil”. After cost recovery, the remaining gas is transferred to the agreement-holder at the production is shared in pre-negotiated portions wellhead and the Government receives payment between the national oil company on the one principally in the form of royalties and income hand and the foreign oil company on the other. taxes in cash based on the value of the This portion of production is referred to as “profit production. For this reason, the types of oil”. Thus, the contractor's costs and profit are agreements awarded in Alberta are referred to paid "in kind" rather than in cash and the as Royalty-Tax Agreements. Government receives payment in the form of its share of “profit oil” and in taxes levied on the Royalty-Tax Agreements are also offered by the contractor's income. Governments of other countries in the world (e.g. U.S.A. and U.K.), although without the features For practical purposes, ownership is less which make the Alberta system unique, and important than economics and there are in fact usually involving negotiation of key elements of few material differences between Royalty-Tax the agreement. However, in many countries and Agreements and Production Sharing Agreements

14 CAPLA NEXUS Vol 7.0 February 2002 from an economic point of view. Thus, it is have a policy of not working in countries which possible to achieve similar or even the same use only the Production Sharing Agreement. economic results for both the Government and However, most companies recognize that to the foreign company under both types of adopt such a policy will lead them to be excluded Agreement. Why then have so many countries from many countries with significant oil and gas adopted the Production Sharing Agreement in potential. preference to the Royalty-Tax Agreement? There are a several important reasons for this. Canadian companies have adapted very easily to working in countries which use the Production Firstly, the Production Sharing Agreement Sharing Contract. In fact it was a Canadian addresses the political sensitivity which exists in company (Asamera, which was acquired by Gulf many countries (particularly those which were Canada in 1988) which signed one of the first formerly colonies of European nations) with Production Sharing Contracts in the world when respect to foreign companies owning natural it began exploring in Indonesia. resources, particularly natural resources with such strategic importance as oil and gas. At the end of 2000, Canadian companies were Secondly, for a country with limited financial producing almost 620,000 BBLS per day of oil resources, adoption of the Production Sharing and liquids and 780 MMCF per day of gas in Agreement allows for the development of its countries outside of Canada. Much of this natural resources at no cost to itself but under production came from countries which use the the control of the national oil company. Thirdly, Production Sharing Contract and we have only to under the Production Sharing Agreement the consider the results enjoyed by companies such host country takes possession of the oil and gas as Nexen working in Yemen, Talisman working in installations and equipment used in the Sudan, and Gulf Canada (now Conoco) working in development of its resources and thus acquires Indonesia to see that the Production Sharing infrastructure. Finally, the citizens of the host Contract has been no impediment to success. country working in the Government and national oil company work directly with the staff of the In the next issue, we shall look at the oil and gas foreign oil company thereby gaining specialized industry in Cuba, one of the countries which industry knowledge and experience. employs the Production Sharing Contract and where Canadian companies have been It is clear that the Production Sharing Contract particularly active. offers a number of important advantages for countries and it is easy to understand why Kenneth Jones, Ph.D., P.Geol. approximately 45% of the countries in the world President have adopted this form of oil and gas agreement. Glendower International Limited But how do oil and gas companies working Calgary, Alberta, Canada internationally regard the Production Sharing E-mail: [email protected] Agreement? Gathered for NEXUS by Most of the companies working internationally Gloria Hoyos come from countries where the Royalty-Tax Agreement is the norm (e.g. Canada, U.S.A., U.K., and Australia). It is quite natural therefore that companies from these countries are initially unfamiliar with the Production Sharing Contract and would, quite frankly, prefer to work in countries which used the Royalty-Tax Agreement. In fact, some companies working internationally

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MENTORING given clause but the individual is not sure how to apply it in a given situation. Any answer to a question may Webster's dictionary defines a mentor as a) a trusted be provided by watching the mentor not only provide counselor or guide b) tutor, coach. Mentoring is an explanation for the term and how it applies, but becoming the most effective way in our business to also the way the information is shared and passed on provide guidance to new employees whether they are to the appropriate parties. new graduates from educational institutions or individuals who have made a change to a different With that, knowledge alone is not enough to provide discipline. proper mentoring. We may all have come across individuals in our day-to-day activities that are very As time goes by it is inevitable that we will lose our technical in their discipline but cannot communicate most knowledgeable and experienced sources. These effectively. Knowledge is only a part of the equation. sources are those individuals that we have come to rely on over the years to help shape the way we do our Individuals in positions where they can influence business as well as how we conduct ourselves in our others can be available at all levels of our business. day to day work. Someone new in the land industry in a junior administration position may look to another co-worker CAPLA, as well as other professional organizations, in a similar position for mentoring simply because of a currently provides mentoring programs, which are greater amount of experience. This experience may very effective and worthwhile. not only be found in the technical aspects of their job, but also on how they conduct themselves. The co- While having the knowledge in any given field is worker may look to a more senior person for important, equally important is how an individual mentoring given not only their knowledge but also the performs his or her duties and how they represent way they assist with volunteerism and committee themselves in any given situation. This is especially the work for example. This may also include their case in the land business given the communication management potential or the skills themselves. The between companies and the peers within. The act of individual may also look for other ways in which they mentorship is meant to provide for opportunities to would like to mirror themselves through different learn from others in a formal or informal way. A mentors, each providing their own unique type of mentor can be someone that is identified and placed in influence. This is quite often the case in the land that position or they can be someone that an individual business. With that, the ability to influence others can has chosen to learn from. More often than not, the come at any level. mentor is chosen by the individuals themselves. This quite often creates the most effective environment for As more complex issues arise in the land business in learning. addition to the larger role that technology plays, it is not good business to “hold all the cards” and not share The land business is an excellent setting for information and knowledge. We must ensure that mentorship with its interaction between disciplines there are others in the wings ready to take on the and individuals as well as the agreements themselves. duties and responsibilities of those before them. We This, combined with the ability to interpret and apply have a responsibility to include some sort of the terms within, creates an atmosphere for learning. succession planning in our places of employment and The sharing of knowledge is one of the most important within our professional associations. aspects of mentoring. Learning straight from paper will not provide the opportunity for one to take Mentoring has a major part to play in that planning technical info and apply it properly in a practical and we should support programs and other initiatives situation. Sharing knowledge through experience is that provide for these opportunities. As you carry on probably the most effective way to provide this insight. with your day-to-day business, seek out those opportunities to provide mentorship and ensure we When working with a more experienced individual, the maintain the knowledge and integrity that is experience gained from any given exercise is quite synonymous with the land discipline. often more valuable than the question or the answer itself. For example, when working with a standard Ron M. Vermeulen agreement, questions may come up that relate to a LandSolutions Inc.

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EVENTS REVIEW

CAPLA CHRISTMAS WINE AND CHEESE Hats off to Donna Bell and Fawn Lees of the Events Committee for organizing such an exceptional Christmas Wine & Cheese. It was the perfect way to kick off the holiday season. Just over 100 members of CAPLA attended this intimate cocktail party at Escoba's elegant café on December 6, 2001. There was an abundance of outstanding door prizes, gift certificates from several local restaurants and three very spectacular gift baskets designed by Darlene Rogers. With loads of delicious appetizers and of course the complimentary drinks everyone was truly enjoying the festive spirit. Thank you to all who attended and I hope you had a very Merry Christmas.

CAPL/CAPLA FAMILY CHRISTMAS SKATING PARTY The CAPLA Events Committee embarked on a new adventure this year and joined forces with CAPL to hold the first CAPL/CAPLA Family Christmas Skating Party. This event was held on December 2, 2001 at the Olympic Oval and I can honestly say there was almost too much to do that day for the kids. Together with Harvey the Hound, Chris the Magician and Spin the Clown, the children enjoyed lunch, free skating, obstacle courses and shinny hockey. Of course the biggest event was Santa Claus and the many gifts he handed out. Thank you to CAPL for inviting us to join your event this year and also to the entire Events Committee for helping with this huge party. I hope to see more of our CAPLA members and their families out next year as we continue with this great event.

CAPLA FUNSPIEL CAPLA held its very first Funspiel on December 8, 2001 at the Calgary Curling Club. The day started at 3:30pm with a "Meet and Greet" and buffet lunch. Semi-serious curling started at 5:00pm with two 3-end games and refreshments were served afterwards. Although there were only 24 players, everyone had a blast. We would like to thank all those who attended and because of the overwhelming response, but limited space, the Events Committee is already planning a bonspiel for later this year, so keep watching the NEXUS for details. A huge thank you goes to all of our sponsors and the Calgary Curling Club. I would also like to thank Miranda Brown and Fawn Lees of the Events Committee for planning this worthwhile event.

Val Anderson Chevron Canada Resources

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You are invited to CAPLA ST. PATRICKS DAY PARTY

When: Thursday March 14, 2002

Where: Tipperary House Inglewood 1219 - 9 Avenue SE, Park in lot on 12th and 9th (Bus Route 1)

Time: 4:30pm to 7:00pm

Cost: $15.00 per person Cost includes 2 drink tickets, appetizers, live entertainment

Registration deadline is March 5, 2002. Please send your cheques (payable to CAPLA) and registration form to:

Attention: Tracy Meier Antelope Land Services Ltd. 1900, 700-6th Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 0T8

Name:

Company:

Company Return address (to mail tickets)

Email Phone

Guest Name(s):

For further information please contact: Tracy Meier at (403) 265-2855 or Marg Harty at (403) 290-2232

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STANDARDIZATION EVENT

Road Use Information Exchange Session

Date: March 21, 2002 Time: 1:30 - 4:00 PM Place: 400 Club

CAPLA is sponsoring a Road Use Information Exchange Session. This session is designed for the exchange of information with your peers in the Industry.

The session will be non-structured, therefore please bring your questions and ideas and be willing to share your practices/procedures with your fellow road use peers.

This session will be capped at 40 participants and will be on a first come first served basis. This will be a wonderful opportunity to network.

Please fax the following registration form to the CAPLA office @ 571-0644 prior to February 28th, 2002.

First Name

Last Name

Company Name

Phone Number

Fax Number

E-mail Address

Linda Westbury Director, Standardization

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Course Registration Photocopy and retain for future use

CAPLA Member Non-member

First Name: Last Name:

Corporation:

Mailing Address:

Postal Code: Email:

Phone: Fax:

Course Name: Date:

Fee Enclosed: $ GST $ Total $ Cheques payable to CAPLA (GST #136820362)

❑ Cheque Enclosed or Charge to my ❑ VISA ❑ AMEX

Card Holder Name: Card Number:

Expiry Date: Signature:

Please return this form with applicable fee to: (Payment must accompany registration to confirm your place) Cheques payable to CAPLA GST 136820362 CAPLA 440 - 10816 MacLeod Trail S. Suite 359 Calgary AB T2J 5N8 Phone: 571-0640

CANCELLATION POLICY: CAPLA will reimburse course fees provided a participant withdraws in writing (fax, email or Canada Post) 30 days prior to the date of the course. 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. Companies that initially register a non-member and substitute a member will not be reimbursed the balance of the fee. CAPLA will impose a $50.00 administration charge on all canceled registrations.

FAXED OR EMAILED REGISTRATION FORMS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FOR CREDIT CARD SUBMISSIONS

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UPCOMING CAPLA COURSES

The Alchemy of Personal Leadership Brains, Beliefs & Behaviours at Work Course Date(s) Registration Deadline March 14, 2002 March 7, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lunch: Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $315.65 ($295.00 + $20.65 GST) $401.25 ($375.00 + $26.25 GST) Registration is limited to 20 participants.

In the workplace, your greatest asset is not what you know. It's knowing who you are and how to channel your actions to get the results you want. Real change, on a personal level, starts by examining the effects of belief systems in your life and workplace. Acting on new working beliefs can springboard you into a future that you have created. In this seminar you will: • Explore the fundamental roles of brains, beliefs and behaviours in operating belief systems; • Determine the effect of belief systems in your life and workplace; • Learn about the importance of context and how little things can make a big difference; • Discover how to sustain your energy and thrive in challenging situations; • Find out the critical requirements for personal leadership; • Identify where and how you can make a difference to your own work situation; • Develop an action plan for a future that you have created.

Administration of EUB Guides 56 & 60 Course Date(s) Registration Deadline March 27, 2002 March 20, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (1/2 day) Lunch: NOT Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $107.00 ($100.00 + $7.00 GST) $192.60 ($180.00 + $12.60 GST)

This half-day course provides an understanding of EUB Guides 56 and 60 and how they affect various aspects of surface land acquisition from an administrative perspective.

Alberta Crown: Transfer & P&NG Licence Administration Course Date(s) Registration Deadline April 17, 2002 April 10, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (1/2 day) Lunch: NOT Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $107.00 ($100.00 + $7.00 GST) $192.60 ($180.00 + $12.60 GST)

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UPCOMING CAPLA COURSES cont’d

The first portion of this course will provide an overview of the administration of transfers; P&NG licences; rentals; offset compensation and surrenders. The second portion provides hands-on experience in proper completion of transfer forms and P&NG Licence applications for grouping and validation.

Reading Survey Plans Workshop Course Date(s) Registration Deadline April 30, 2002 April 23, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time AM in classroom at The 400 Club 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. PM touring a wellsite Lunch: Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $214.00 ($200.00 + $14.00 GST) This is a MEMBERS ONLY course. Registration is limited to 26 participants.

Attendees will tour a completed wellsite (not drilling). Please dress appropriately for weather conditions ensuring warm clothing and hiking boots or similar footwear is worn. The in-class portion of this course will provide the information required to read and interpret survey plans correctly to ensure all required consents and agreements are identified. The field trip will enable attendees to gain valuable field experience and bring the survey plan to “life”.

Third Party Surface Agreements Course Date(s) Registration Deadline May 7, 2002 April 30, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lunch: Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $160.50 ($150.00 + $10.50 GST) $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. The course will also discuss the use of CAPLA's Master Road Use Agreement.

Administration of Surface Rights in Alberta Course Date(s) Registration Deadline June 5 & 6, 2002 May 29, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (2 days) Lunch: Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $299.60 ($280.00 + $19.60 GST) $385.20 ($360.00 + $25.20 GST)

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UPCOMING CAPLA COURSES cont’d

Provides a review of the requirements for taking a proposed well location from its inception through to the end of drilling and completion operations from a Surface Land Administrator's perspective. Alberta surface lease documentation will be the focus.

Alberta Crown: The Continuation Application Form & Case Studies Course Date(s) Registration Deadline June 12, 2002 June 5, 2002 Location & Lunch Duration & Check-In Time The 400 Club 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lunch: Included Check-in begins 1/2 hour prior to start Member Fee Non-Member Fee $160.50 ($150.00 + $10.50 GST) $246.10 ($230.00 + $16.10 GST)

This course utilizes case studies to highlight the application processes for Alberta Crown lease continuations. A brief overview of the relevant regulations will be provided to gain a better understanding of continuations. Exercises will be used to provide hands-on experience for the successful completion of continuation applications.

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COMMITTEE UPDATES

MENTORING COMMITTEE UPDATE concerning mentoring in the form of magazine and newspaper articles, books and web sites, please The Mentoring Committee is pleased to have a forward any related items to a committee member. feature article on mentoring included in this edition In terms of the committee, we currently have a core of Nexus. We would like to thank Ron Vermeulen of of four members, but need to double that number Land Solutions Inc. for his insightful and inspiring in order to ensure the program's ongoing success. article. The committee is always open to receiving Presently we have several mentors waiting to be articles and other forms of information related to assigned a mentee, DON'T DELAY, SIGN UP TODAY! mentoring. If you have a personal mentoring For more information visit the mentoring web page experience or a company program that you are or stop at the table before the next dinner meeting. proud of, then please contact the committee about writing an article. We are also seeking information Keith McFarquhar - Husky Oil

NEED A NEW CAPLA NAME BADGE?

For all the members that have lost or damaged their name badges or have changed their names…we have the solution!

To order a new name badge you contact the CAPLA Office with your request at:

Phone: 571-0640 Fax: 571-0644 Email: [email protected]

The information needed is your name (new & old), company, com- pany address, phone number, fax number and email address. They will then let you know the cost and approximate delivery time. Magnetic name badges (approx. $12.00) are also available now but at a higher cost than badges with pins. (approx. $10.00)

We look forward to seeing everybody wearing their name badges at future meetings!

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VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION

COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE Norma Anderson Independent This has been a great experience for myself and all Pearl Ao the volunteers who have come together as a “Great Petro-Canada Team” to publish the NEXUS to over 1600 Peter Gilmore members. As agreed upon in our summer Planning Independent Session, we have completed almost all the Sherry Koftinoff templates required for article submissions and are Penn West Oil and Gas streamlining and documenting the processes Suzanne Akins required to publish this newsletter. Independent Vicki Perkins The team consists of Junior/Intermediate/Senior Pan Canadian Resources Land personnel. I have seen personal changes in everyone as we have shared ideas, communicated Debbie D. Degenstein openly and gathered articles from our affiliations Communications Director locally and internationally. A very open format has evolved to make the NEXUS the best newsletter out there. This is what communications is all about - INFORMATION SYSTEMS COMMITTEE WORKING TOGETHER. The past year has brought us all new challenges. I personally thank all of you and I know you will use The growth of new technologies has exposed most the tools we have developed in other ventures in of us to new ways of handling our daily activities your family, life and career. Many thanks to the including those in and away from the work place. following “Volunteers”. You are very appreciated! As Director of the Information Systems Committee, I would like to extend my appreciation to the Arlene Furjanic following individuals who have devoted their time Land & Mineral Company Ltd. to participate on this committee and recognize Darlene Rogers their support. They continue to bring a wide range QByte Services Ltd. of expertise to this committee that provides the Ebonie Williamson CAPLA membership with exciting and new methods Canadian Natural Resources Limited of delivery of information and services. Gloria Hoyos PanCanadian Resources Cathy Lotwin Jennifer Martin Canadian Hunter Exploration Ltd. Britt Land Services, A division of Britt Resources Ltd. Sylvia Anaka Julia Haynes QByte Service Ltd. Price-Waterhouse Coopers BPO Solutions Inc. Carolyn Somers Leanne Quantz Husky Oil Operations Limited Petro-Canada Oil and Gas Karen Hamel Linda Lou Rung Resources Petro-Canada Oil and Gas Todd Hunter Maureen Keough PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC), BPO Solutions Inc. Quarry Oil and Gas Ltd. Sherri Sawyer Nancy Wilkey PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC), BPO Solutions Inc. Apache Canada Ltd. Nancy Howes-Olmstead I would also like to thank Kevin Egan and Dennis Glencoe Resources Ltd. Lokodi for the past support and wish them luck in

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VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION cont’d any new volunteering experiences they may The current Mentoring Committee has continued encounter. the efforts of the past committee and has developed a program that currently has, registered, Anne Hand about 23 mentees and about 19 mentors. Information Systems Director Therefore, I would like to thank the recent past members of the Mentoring Committee for their MENTORING COMMITTEE dedication and commitment over the past years; namely: About 1996 Gale Breen and the balance of the CAPLA Board of Directors put forth the idea of Audrey Densham CAPLA offering its members a helpful tool called Apache Canada Ltd. the Mentoring Program. For these individuals Debbie Degenstein believed that mentoring would be a mutually Pinnacle Oil & Consulting Ltd. beneficial way of developing CAPLA's members. Pat Nielsen Celcius Energy Resources Ltd. In 1996 Shell Canada sponsored a session at the CAPLA Conference called Mentoring. The Also, I would like to recognize the current presenters of this session were Verna Moodie, Mentoring Committee Members; namely: Jackie Greening and Myra Drumm. These three ladies were just a few of the original Mentoring Keith McFarquhar Committee Members who laid the groundwork for Husky Oil Operations Limited the CAPLA Mentoring Program. Monica Kesjar Vintage Petroleum Canada, Inc. The Mentoring Program has developed into an Shauna Buhr education and knowledge based program that is NCE Resources Group Inc. available to any member of CAPLA. Whereby, Wanda Hiebert interested members register for the program and Chevron Canada Resources the Mentoring Committee does the initial matching. After the match up, it is up to the mentor and Thank you for your commitment, effort, and mentee to establish what form of relationship is patience! most suitable. It may involve the occasional phone call to help complete a task. Or, it may involve Heather Stables Fofonoff, P.Land meeting for coffee to discuss work-related topics. Chairperson -- CAPLA Mentoring Committee

Myra Drumm Memorial Student Achievement Award From left to right: Leslie Pratt (daughter of Myra Drumm), Thavamany Shakespeare (SAIT), Sharlene Tamura (U of C) and Barb Bogart (daughter of Myra Drumm) Absent: Sally Jackson (Mount Royal College) and Chris Adkins (Olds College)

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CAPLA FAMILY BOWLING PARTY REGISTRATION FORM

You are invited to CAPLA's First Family Bowling Party

When: Saturday March 9, 2002

Where: Bowling Depot Deerfoot Mall (5, 901 - 64 Avenue NE)

Time: 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Cost: $15.00 per person Cost includes bowling, shoe rental, pizza and pop

Registration deadline is March 1, 2002. Please send your cheques (payable to CAPLA) and registration form to:

Attention: Nikki Sitch AltaGas Services Inc. 1700, 355 - 4 Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 0J1

Name:

Company:

Phone:

Guest Name(s):

Pizza type request:

For further information or questions please contact: Nikki Sitch at (403) 691-7541 or Jenna Herman at (403) 531-8549

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CAPLA EVENTS COMMITTEE 2002 GOLF CLINIC REGISTRATION FORM

• Starting Monday, March 25th, Wednesday, March 27th and Thursday, March 28th • Clinic is 5 weeks long, 1 hr / week at Fox Hollow Golf Club, 999 - 32nd Avenue NE • Beginner and intermediate/advanced lessons are available • Only 6 to 8 people per evening so more practice time available • Time: Monday and Thursday 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.; Wednesday 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. • Registration Fee $96.30, includes GST • Please make cheque payable to CAPLA and send completed registration and cheque to: Marg Harty PanCanadian Energy Corporation Box 2850, 150 - 9th Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2P 2S5 • Registration deadline is Friday, March 22nd, 2002 • Questions? Please call Marg at 290-2232

Space is limited, so please register early

Name:

Company:

Address:

Phone # Day: Evening:

Email Address:

Please check evening preferred: Monday: Wednesday: Thursday:

Please note the level of lesson preferred: Beginner: Intermediate/Advanced:

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW CAPLA MEMBERS!! Chris Adkins Lydia Harris Annette Montford Mike Anderson Megan Hillstrom Marcia Morgan Barbara Appleby Sally Jackson Carrie Puerzer Jayden Arter Carmel Joyce Sherry Riddle Kim Baker Sharon Kingston Trina Tellstone Jan Bellis Becky Kondrat Tyler Semashkewich Linda Buczkowski Janna Kumi Amanda Serbu Anna Cooke Jolene Larson Thavamany Shakespeare Daniela Cote Lisa Larson Gita Sharma Wendy Cotton Wendy Lockie Vesta Shiplack Jennifer DeCarle MaryAnn Lucas Sherry Sturko Sharon Elder Jennifer Malach Sharlene Tamura Celeste Farrow Tammy Manz Lola Tse Mira Federucci Heather McCaffrey Deanna Varadi Alisha Griffin Sharon McFetridge Wendy Walker Kendra Griffiths Mona Menon

MEMBER INFO CHANGES Mark Adamson Cher Pickett Deb Waterhouse Proactive Surface Solutions TransCanada Canadian Natural Resources Limited to AEC Oil & Gas to Mirant Canada Gas to Independent Marketing Ltd. Libbie Boyarski Joyce Whiteley PricewaterhouseCoopers BPO Tracy Pigeon Britt Resources Ltd. Solutions Inc. Independent to D.R. Hurl & Associates Ltd. to Apache Canada Ltd. to Murphy Oil Company Ltd. Jolee Widmer Shauna Buhr Kathy Pinco Inc. Cavalier Land Ltd. Northstar Energy Corporation to Ketch Energy Ltd. to NCE Resources Group Inc. to Canadian Natural Resources Limited Dana Huggard Alliance Pipeline Ltd. Carolyn E. Richards to AEC Oil & Gas Independent to Anadarko Canada Corporation Karen L. Middleton TTG Consulting R. Eliana Violini to Hunt Oil Company of Marathon Canada Limited Canada, Inc. to Conoco Canada Resources Limited

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GROUP BENEFITS REMINDER EVERYONE BENEFITS! Group Insurance Program Designed for CAPLA has arranged for its members to be eligible to belong to a comprehensive benefits program, including: CAPLA MEMBERS

Group Life, Dependant Life, Accidental Death & AUTO - HOME - COMMERCIAL Dismemberment, Long & Short Term Disability, Extended VACATION AND REVENUE PROPERTIES Healthcare (Major Medical & Prescription Drugs), Vision Care, Dental, Health Spending Account YOU MAY NOT BE AWARE BUT YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR : These benefits are available to you as a CAPLA Member, and in addition to the benefits listed above CAPLA members can feel •LOW PREMIUMS free to contact Dann Kepford for quotations for •SUPERIOR COVERAGE personal/corporate life insurance, disability and critical illness •EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE quotations. Dann is a broker and can obtain quotes for the •FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN entire insurance market. Authorized Broker for CAPLA Members Please contact: Dann Kepford @ (403) 264-6690 Contact: Dianna Suttie Phone: (403) 255-2876 Fax: (403) 252-7145

Website and Email

Website: www.caplacanada.org Email: [email protected]

Remember to visit CAPLA's website frequently for upcoming courses not published in the Course Calendar

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FEBRUARY 2002

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 12

456789Breakfast Meeting @ Pied Pickle Bow Valley Square 7:00 am - 8:15 am

11 12 13 14 152002 Conference 16 NEXUS Mail Out Early Bird Registration Deadline 18 19 20 21 22 23 COURSE: FAMILY DAY Administration of Royalties

25 26 27 28 COURSE: Analyzing Contracts

MARCH 2002

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 12

456789 NEXUS Deadline Family Bowling Party for April Issue

11 12 13 14COURSE: 15 16 The Alchemy of Personal Leadership

18 19 20AGM Dinner Meeting 21 22 23 Road Use Information @ The 400 Club Exchange Session Speaker Ann Perodeau on Ethics

25 26 27Golf Clinic 28 29 30 Golf Clinic COURSE: Golf Clinic GOOD FRIDAY Admin of EUB Guides 56 & 60

APRIL 2002

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

123456EASTER MONDAY Conference Registration Deadline 8910111213 NEXUS Mail Out

15 16 17COURSE: 18 19 20 Alberta Crown: Transfer & PNG Licence Administration 22 23 24 25 26 27

29 30 COURSE: Reading Survey Plans Workshop

31 Board of Directors

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