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The Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors represents members on Federal and Provincial committees and panels. This work is vital to maintain the interests of members with a voice at the tables of the regulators.
Provincial
issues of note
The Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors is constantly working on a variety of issues to advance seismic technology and promote environmentally responsible resource exploration. This is a great space to keep abreast of those issues and stay informed. Contact us for more information and get involved with our committees.
Current Items of Interest
Latest H&S info =
Link to CAGC main site & ESC
British
Columbia
Sylvie Stekelenburg, Senior Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Investigations with WorkSafeBC, is the successful candidate for the Prevention Field Services Manager position in Prince George effective May 4, 2026
BC Advisory Committee meets Aug 13
Summary of 2026 BC financial budget for natural resource development. link here ....... BC Budget 2026
Includes Streamlining permitting, investing in natural resources. Money for Firesmart equipment investment.
WorksafeBC - report an injury online — Form 6 Engagement Hub
WorksafeBC Faller Standard is being updated - Summer 2026
Darren Peterson is the new contact for Energy Safety Canada in Fort St John
Don Baergen with LXL is the new CAGC representative on the BC Advisory committee
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Mili Correa has replaced Jennyfer Harms on the PIR and COR review group for Partnerships
AB Advisory Committee meets Sep 24
Canadian Model for D&A 6.2 was presented by SME's at ESC/COOA webinar. Some changes to Oral Fluid data were highlighted. This is still only a guideline however. COOA are withdrawing involvement with this guideline. ESC will likely take it over.
Click here - Before You Dig | Utility Safety Partners System is changing
See the revision to SK permit conditions after the ARG review and the minutes of the April 8th meeting
SK Advisory Committee meets Jun 17 to discuss 2027 budget
SK Exploration Regulations have been updated
Lorinda Jacobsen is the replacement for Bob Ross for ESC on the SK advisory committee
Provincial
issues of note
The Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors is constantly working on a variety of issues to advance seismic technology and promote environmentally responsible resource exploration. This is a great space to keep abreast of those issues and stay informed. Contact us for more information and get involved with our committees.
Current Items of Interest
Latest H&S info =
Link to CAGC main site & ESC
British
Columbia
Sylvie Stekelenburg, Senior Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Investigations with WorkSafeBC, is the successful candidate for the Prevention Field Services Manager position in Prince George effective May 4, 2026
April 23 BC Construction/Mining Explosives event in Kamloops, Doug Iverson and Matt Broughton will be presenting on Seismic Blasting Training.
BC Advisory Committee meets May 14
Summary of 2026 BC financial budget for natural resource development. link here ....... BC Budget 2026
Includes Streamlining permitting, investing in natural resources. Money for Firesmart equipment investment.
WorksafeBC - report an injury online — Form 6 Engagement Hub
WorksafeBC Faller Standard is being updated - Summer 2026
Darren Peterson is the new contact for Energy Safety Canada in Fort St John
Don Baergen with LXL is the new CAGC representative on the BC Advisory committee
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Mili Correa has replaced Jennyfer Harms on the PIR and COR review group for Partnerships
AB Advisory Committee meets May 28
Canadian Model for D&A 6.2 was presented by SME's at ESC/COOA webinar. Some changes to Oral Fluid data were highlighted. This is still only a guideline however.
CAGC AGM Apr 14 at Blackfoot Inn 11.30am - 1pm (Note the date change)
Registration is open for Energy Safety Canada Safety Conference in Banff Energy Safety Canada - ESC
Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant | Alberta.ca
Alberta OHS eNews - January 2026
Click here - Before You Dig | Utility Safety Partners System is changing
See the revision to SK permit conditions after the ARG review and the minutes of the April 8th meeting
SK Advisory Committee meets May 26
SK Exploration Regulations have been updated
Lorinda Jacobsen is the replacement for Bob Ross