Nexen receives Woodlands County Volunteer Recognition Award. From left to right: Kirk Albertson, production foreman, Fort Assiniboine office, Woodlands County Councillors Dale Kluin and Albert McMillian, Rob Merrifield, MP Yellowhead, Jim Rennie, Woodlands County Reeve.

Nexen was recognized at Woodlands County Volunteer Appreciation dinner for its work in the community of Fort Assiniboine. Nexen is the first recipient of the Woodlands County Business award that recognizes a business which has significantly helped the community toward sustainability. The Fort Assiniboine region is home to a number of Nexen's coalbed methane projects.

The nomination recognizes not only Nexen's financial contributions to the community but also our participation and involvement in the success of community projects. Nexen’s contributions include the Pembina Hills Energy Education Program, production of community marketing, tourism and drama videos, development of a community calendar in conjunction with the school art program and participation in community events such as the Hoedown and bonspiel.

Production Manager Kirk Albertson received the award on behalf on Nexen and stated, “We are proud to be recognized in the community with this award and we will continue to participate with the community to make this a better place to live. When we enter a new community, we listen to the local residents and take the time to understand what the issues are and how we can help enhance their quality of life. This is a great example of how we become part of communities and it's nice to be recognized for it.”

“Nexen is very deserving of this award because they do so much to support community projects and initiatives," says Woodland County Councillor Mary Anne Lehman.

"They have made a real effort to become part of our community."

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