Operators & Industry

We work with industry to revive sites, re-use equipment and reduce the cost and time for closure.

Industry may want to take over orphans or buy salvaged equipment, claim their defunct working partner’s portion of closure costs, or enter into an agreement with the OWA for the closure of defunct company assets under an AER Closure Order. 

Routine land-use agreements such as access road crossings may be accommodated. Contact landrequests@orphanwell.ca for details.

Marketplace

There are opportunities to take over orphan licenses or buy salvaged equipment.

Working Interest Partnership Agreements

These agreements allow working interest partners to request the OWA to conduct the closure activities required by the AER on defunct company assets.

Working Interest Claims

Companies that share a license with a defunct company can submit a claim to be reimbursed for the defunct company’s portion of closure costs.

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Are you a landowner or community member?

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