About IOGC
We are responsible for:
- identifying and evaluating oil and gas resource potential on designated First lands
- engaging with First Nations and industry to explore and develop First Nation oil and gas resources
- negotiating, reviewing, issuing, and administering contracts between First Nations, industry, and IOGC
- ensuring environmental stewardship throughout the entire oil and gas life cycle
- monitoring and ensuring equitable production, fair prices, and timely collection of royalties, bonuses, and rents
- ensuring all legislative and contractual requirements are met through compliance and enforcement activities
- ongoing communication and relationship-building with First Nations, industry, and governments
We operate pursuant to the Indian Oil and Gas Act, RSC 1985, c I-7, and Indian Oil and Gas Regulations, SOR/2019-196. We also operate under federal legislation such as the Indian Act, the Impact Assessment Act, the Financial Administration Act, and other relevant federal and provincial legislation.
We provide these services at no cost to First Nations
IOGC Co-Management board
The IOGC Co-Management Board (Board) includes First Nation, industry, and Crown representatives. The Board provides guidance on our strategic direction and operations. The Board was established in 1996 through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Minister of Indigenous Services Canada (formerly Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development) and the Indian Resource Council (IRC).
Organizational Structure
Executive Directorate
Cristi Adams, Acting Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer
- Communications and Executive Services Business Unit
- Resources Information Management System (RIMS2) Project
Lease and Royalty Administration Directorate
Munir Jirvaj, Acting Director
Regulatory Compliance Directorate
Jeff Schatz, Director
Planning and Corporate Services Directorate
Brenda Cherniawsky, Director
- Contracts and Administration Services Business Unit
- Financial Services Business Unit
- Human Resources Business Unit
- Information Technology Business Unit
For additional information on our operational work, see our Clients and Stakeholders page.