Energy Law Papers

Water Use Challenges to Oil and Gas Developments

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Volume 53, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Wally Braul, Mike Theroux, Robbie Armfield As public concern over fracking gains increased prominence in the media, litigation concerning the practice is starting to appear before Canadian courts. The litigation thus far has focused… [Read More…] about Water Use Challenges to Oil and Gas Developments

Strategies for Risk Management and Corporate Social Responsibility for Oil and Gas Companies in Emerging Markets

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Volume 53, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Stephanie Stimpson, Jay Todesco, Amy Maginley Oil and gas companies are constantly in search of opportunities to expand their resource base and create value. Emerging markets can provide companies with opportunities for significant rewards,… [Read More…] about Strategies for Risk Management and Corporate Social Responsibility for Oil and Gas Companies in Emerging Markets

Recent Regulatory and Legislative Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Thomas McInerney, Shawn Munro, Nishi Thusoo, Dean McCluskey This article discusses recent developments in the regulatory and legislative spheres of interest to energy lawyers. The authors reviewed regulatory initiatives, decisions, related case law and… [Read More…] about Recent Regulatory and Legislative Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

Recent Judicial Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Sonya Morgan, Michael J. Donaldson, Robert Wood This article summarizes a number of recent judgments applicable to the energy sector. Topics touched upon include the interpretation of freehold leases, rights of first refusal, farmout… [Read More…] about Recent Judicial Developments of Interest to Energy Lawyers

Post-Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Petroleum Co.: Is Canada Poised to Become an Alternative Jurisdiction for Extraterritorial Human Rights Litigation?

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Sean E.D. Fairhurst, Zoë Thoms The globalization of business affects the lives of citizens around the globe, both positively and negatively. With multinational corporations transcending national boundaries with their business operations comes the risk… [Read More…] about Post-Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Petroleum Co.: Is Canada Poised to Become an Alternative Jurisdiction for Extraterritorial Human Rights Litigation?

The National Energy Board’s Participation Framework: Implementing Changes Resulting from the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Jody Saunders, Jessica Lim As a result of the enactment of the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act, the National Energy Board was required to change its processes relating to standing and level of participation.… [Read More…] about The National Energy Board’s Participation Framework: Implementing Changes Resulting from the Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act

Canada’s Aging Oil and Gas Infrastructure: Who Will Pay? The Public and Private Cost Recovery Frameworks

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Michael A. Marion, Michael G. Massicotte, Jessica L. Duhn This article examines the legal and practical issues surrounding the costs of reclaiming, remediating, and abandoning Canada’s aging pipelines, wells, and other oil and gas… [Read More…] about Canada’s Aging Oil and Gas Infrastructure: Who Will Pay? The Public and Private Cost Recovery Frameworks

All Aboard!! — Legal and Commercial Issues in Transporting Crude by Rail

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Keith Byblow, Dufferin Harper, Paul Blyschak The transportation of crude oil by rail has undergone significant growth in recent years, driven by a wide variety of actors and internal and external factors. This article… [Read More…] about All Aboard!! — Legal and Commercial Issues in Transporting Crude by Rail

Drafting Canadian Oilfield Master Service Agreements: An Overview of Key Clauses and Market Trends

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Trent Mercier, Josh Kane, Sharbil Nammour A cohesive master service agreement is a fundamental component of the operator–service provider relationship for the provision of oilfield services for upstream oil and gas operations. This article:… [Read More…] about Drafting Canadian Oilfield Master Service Agreements: An Overview of Key Clauses and Market Trends

Navigating Murky Waters: Emerging Trends in Aboriginal Consultation and Project Approval

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Volume 52, No 2 ISSN: 1925-8356   |   Courtesy of Canadian Energy Law Edition   |    View Original Authors: Maureen Killoran, Dan Kolenick, Thomas Gelbman This article surveys the most significant recent Canadian decisions engaging the Crown’s duty to consult Aboriginal peoples in the context of natural resource and infrastructure developments and explores… [Read More…] about Navigating Murky Waters: Emerging Trends in Aboriginal Consultation and Project Approval