Resolution

Department: Ministry of the Economy & Ministry of the Environment

WHEREAS abandoned and decommissioned oil and gas well sites pose health and financial risks to agricultural producers, rural landowners and occupants;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Government of Saskatchewan monitors abandoned oil and gas wells in Saskatchewan and ensure reclamation;and,

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the amended Surface Rights and Acquisitions Act include provisions for environmental site assessment prior to reclamation, with enforcement and oversight mechanisms to ensure all remedial recommendations are followed.