DATE ISSUED: March 17, 2020

EFFECTIVE DATE: Immediately

The BC Energy Regulator (Regulator) is committed to protecting both our people and those we interact with, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As such, three Regulator offices (Terrace, Kelowna and Prince George) are closed. These offices are colocated with other businesses in buildings, which share some of the building’s facilities.

For now, Victoria, Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, and Fort Nelson will remain open, but with many of our staffworking from home. The Regulator has also suspended all non-essential travel, so any inquiries or requiredmeetings will be held via phone.

At the same time, the Regulator is not accepting public visitors to any of its offices, and this includessuppliers or public viewing of files. The core lab in Fort St. John will still accept core samples and cuttings on an as-needed basis.

The Regulator has tested its systems so staff can work from home, and operations are being maintained during this period, including all emergency services. Emergencies can be reported to the Regulator’s 24-hour emergency line at: 1-800-663-3456.

Health officials have noted things are changing rapidly and the Regulator is monitoring the daily health briefings and is prepared to take whatever further steps may be necessary to protect public safety and provide the critical functions it has a responsibility to deliver on. Further updates will be provided as circumstances warrant, and you can stay up to date by following us on social media on Twitter and Facebook.

If you have any questions regarding this Industry Bulletin, please contact:

Lannea Parfitt

Communications Manager

BC Energy Regulator

Lannea.Parfitt@bcogc.ca

250-980-6081