Gas piplines

Gas Contracting

Buying and selling natural gas in Canada can be a complex process. Whether you are an energy supplier, energy consumer, commodities trader or financial institution, it is crucial to have a legal partner that offers practical and innovative solutions, protects your interests, and stays up-to-date on industry challenges and trends.

Our team of experienced gas contracting lawyers have worked with clients for many years in the purchase and sale of natural gas in Canada. They also advise on agreements necessary for transporting and storing natural gas, as well as the associated permits and regulatory approvals.

We review and provide advice on the GasEDI Base Contract, the North American Energy Standards Board Base Contract (NAESB) and the ISDA North American Gas Annex. We have assisted clients in negotiating and finalizing contracts with the counterparties listed below:

Experience

  • Gas purchasing for multiple sites and multiple customers

    We assist client-buying groups purchasing gas on behalf of multiple parties, and large clients purchasing gas for multiple sites throughout Canada. We have reviewed and provided advice on the following types of contracts:
    • Natural Gas Supply Agreement with Connect Energy
    • Block Purchase Option with Access Gas Services Inc.
    • Energy Management Services Agreements with various third-party gas consultants
    • Energy Services Agreement Natural Gas Block Plan with Enmax
    • Energy Purchase Agreement with ATCO Energy Ltd.
    • Natural Gas Appointment and Retainer Agreement with various buying groups
    • Agency agreements

Key Contacts

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