The Good Oil: News from Osum Oil Sands Corp.

Taiga Project Update

We're gearing up for construction of the Taiga Project, scheduled to begin as early as mid-2011, with first production anticipated in 2014. In the mean time, we've made important changes, including moving the central processing facility to a previously disturbed location, which will reduce infrastructure and overall footprint. Get the details on our website.

Are You an Oilfield Services Provider?

If you are interested in getting involved as a contractor or supplier for the Taiga Project, please let us know. You can (1) email your details to contractorprofile@osumcorp.com or (2) phone 1-800-814-4550 and leave your information. See the full details on our website.

Changes at the Top

Congratulations to Steve Spence, P.Eng, who has assumed the role of President and Chief Executive Officer at Osum. Get more details here.

Jobs in the Lakeland

Osum is growing! We’re looking for a Commissioning and Start Up Manager to work part of the time/remotely from the Calgary office before making the transition to the Lakeland during the later stages of construction and commissioning.

Watch Osum's careers page for additional Lakeland based operations positions to be posted in the coming months.

Breakfast is Served

Osum was delighted to be the presenting sponsor of the Bonnyville Pontiacs first annual fundraising breakfast in support of educational programming for the Pontiacs' players. The guest speaker, Pat LaForge, president of the Edmonton Oilers delivered an inspirational speech, and several Pontiacs alumni were on hand to be part of the event.

Mustachioed Winners

Thanks to all those who entered our Mustache contest in honour of the Bonnyville Chuckwagon Races. Each of the winners (Darci Mutch, Brandi Walsh, Reese Pura, Taylor Pura, Kelsey Brennan, Ashley Brennan) will receive a $75 gift certificate for the Century Steak House and Grill in Bonnyville.

Busy Weekend in the Lakeland

Osum is all over the Lakeland during the weekend of August 27 through 29. Join us at Race the Base, a fundraising event benefitting 4 charities in the Bonnyville/Cold Lake area. You'll find us Friday August 27 from 7 – 10 PM at the Osum Stage in downtown Cold Lake, hosting live entertainment during the street festival and car display. Try your luck on our wheel of fortune and take home some great prizes.

Osum is a proud sponsor of the Cold Lake First Nations NANCA Rodeo Finals, being held August 27 through 29 at the rodeo grounds. Osum staffers will be in the stands – cheering on their favourite cowboys!

Also don't miss Cold Lake Community Registration Day – August 28 at the Energy Centre in Cold Lake starting at 10 AM.