Weekly Energy Newsletter
News Items Ending December 8, 2025
Financing:
Trican Well Service Ltd. (TSX:TCW) announced the expansion and extension of its revolving credit facility from $150MM to $200MM. The term has been extended by two years, maturing on December 5. 2028.
Other:
The Canadian Association of Energy Contractors (CAOEC) projects the following in 2026:
5,709 wells drilled (161 increase from 2025 or +2.9%)
59,943 drilling rig operating days (1,687 increase from 2025 or +2.9%)
1,037,302 service rig operating hours (32,260 increase from 2025 or +3.2%)
According to Statistics Canada, the nation added 54,000 new positions in November, the third consecutive month of job gains. Most of the jobs added were part-time positions. The unemployment rate in November was 6.5% (6.9% in October).
2026 E&P CapEx Updates:
2026 Energy Services CapEx Updates:
