View north and offshore data and well history

Well operators are required to collect and submit material, information, and records on wells they drill on frontier lands in the north and offshore.

We gather and make available information and documentation (microfiche, mylar, paper, or digital format) on wells and seismic programs for areas in the north and offshore where we have regulatory responsibilities at the CER Librars Frontier Information Office.

This may include information or documentation on

wells
geophysical programs (seismic)
weather observations

Actual well material (physical well cuttings and samples) is collected and then stored at various facilities across Canada that are able to take care of geological samples. Find out more about how to make a request to examine samples and where samples are stored.

Before you visit

Book a private room to view or copy information.
Keep in mind that the room is only available to one party at a time.

Book an appointment

Hours of operation

Days: Monday to Friday (closed on holidays)
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Services

Review books, well reports, microfiche, and mylar
Access well and geophysical data
Print paper copies from microfilm (self-serve)
Get information packages for oil and gas land rights issuance (calls for nominations or for bids) released by Crown Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) – Northern Petroleum Resources

Looking for information on other areas?

There are parts of the north and offshore where the CER does not have regulatory responsibilities. However, we sometimes get questions about these areas and so we’ve included some information below to help guide you in the right direction. Find out who to contact and how by clicking on the area you are interested in.

Northwest Territories

The CER regulates the Inuvialuit Settlement Region, Norman Wells Proven Area, and other miscellaneous federal areas in the Northwest Territories. For all other areas within the Northwest Territories, contact the Office of the Regulator of Oil and Gas Operations (OROGO).

Contact the Office of the Regulator of Oil and Gas Operations.