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MESSAGE FROM MANAGEMENT

WE PLAN WITH AUDACITY & EXECUTE WITH VIGOR by Ken Mullen, President & CEO

EXECUTION (def. “1. the carrying out or putting into effect of a plan, order or course of action” or “2. the carrying out of a sentence of death on a condemned person”)

avanna has met with many opportunities and challenges over the past several years. We have been faced with the difficult tasks of repositioning, retrofitting. and restructuring our drilling and workover fleets, with building a strong business franchise in a geographi-

cally isolated place, and with surviving the “Great Recession” of 2008–2010. We have survived floods in three countries and the departure of many strong co-workers. Throughout all that turmoil, we have remained steadfast in our belief that by sticking to our strategy and focusing on our core values, we would achieve the level of success and longevity for Savanna that we all desire. In large measure we have done just that. We have excellent people, supportive shareholders and creditors, an engaged and

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dedicated Board of Directors, and a strong base of core customers. With all those pieces in place, it really just falls to us at Savanna to execute on that plan to achieve the positive, sustainable results we all desire. That is why EXECUTION is actually the number one priority in Savanna’s 2014 strategic drivers. Sounds simple, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, just as the word “execution” has two very different definitions in the dictionary, the concept of execution also means very different things in terms of strategy as well. Some meanings 1. Get things done, whether it’s a field operation, or build or maintenance program, or implementation of a new process, procedure or program no matter what. 2. Drive costs down as low as possible, whether that hurts us in the long term or not. 3. Go faster, or cut corners to get to a result faster than previously. 4. Make sure whatever you are doing is done right or perfectly, no matter the cost or timeframe. 5. Be unreasonable. Rational, considered progress takes too long. By all means ask your people to do the impossible. 6. Worry about your own department, rig, location, or crew. Every person can fend for themselves, and by doing the best for each, overall we will be better. All of these concepts of execution are, of course, flawed. All of them also have a grain of truth about them as well. When we talk about “execution” as it relates to Savanna’s strategy, there are a few key concepts to keep in mind. WWW.SAVANNAENERGY.COM

MESSAGE FROM MANAGEMENT Let’s focus Strong execution is not a task, but a way of thinking. It is not something you accomplish, but a mindset and focus on: A. Managing the short term and long term results. B. Recognizing what aspects of the business of Savanna you have the ability and influence to improve. C. Maintaining an awareness of the impact

of your decisions on other people or parts of the organization. D. Not being afraid to challenge the status quo, and to suggest new and better solutions, processes, and programs. E. Taking the time to consider the contribution you make to Savanna’s overall success, and the value that even small improvements by many people can make.

Savanna operates in one of the most competitive businesses imaginable, and our long term success depends in large measure on our ability to execute better than our competitors. The companies that execute best grow and expand faster, providing much better opportunities for the development and advancement of their employees. I believe we have the ability to be that company, and that we will prove it through the rest of 2014 and beyond! n

keep bleeding for a good cause. Savanna Calgary is participating in the Blood Donor Challenge this year. Starting April 3, you can donate individually at any clinic, or you can join other Savanna employees on any of these three Life Buses to the main CBS clinic.

• April 24 at 11:50 a.m. • June 26 at 11:30 a.m. • August 28 at 11:30 a.m. Please contact Doug Fields at dfields@savannaenergy.com to register for a bus. Non-Calgary staff donating for the first-time are also eligible for the gift certificate draw...just show us your donor card or sticker!

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EMPLOYEE PROFILE

FRANK VAN EATON Driller for Savanna and occasional outrider With the dust of the Calgary Stampede still fresh in the air, we learn that one of Savanna’s own drillers has a strong connection to the competitive rodeo circuit. Frank Van Eaton spent some time with us recently to share his thoughts on outriding, working on the rigs, and being a third generation rodeo competitor. Q: What do you do at Savanna and how long have you been with us? A:

I am currently a driller for Savanna and have been with the company for eight years. I started as a derrickhand with Savanna which I enjoyed for five years then have been drilling for the past three.

Q: What were some of the positions you held before joining Savanna? A:

I have worked in the oilfield for 12 years mainly on drilling rigs, and in the down time I do some oilfield maintenance and pigging in the refineries with CEDA International. Prior to competing in the chuckwagons, I paved with my Uncle Jack’s company, Horseshoe Paving.

Q: Does rig work run in your family? A:

My father Bob Van Eaton worked on the rigs for about 15 years and got me started with him. My brother Jesse Van Eaton has also worked a year of roughneck. Other than that my cousin, Shelly Van Eaton Burechailo owns Van Eaton Oilfields which is mostly oilfield

Clockwise from Polaroid Frank and his girlfriend, Rachael Vander Meulen. In Lloydminster (left to right): Jesse Van Eaton, Frank Van Eaton, Coralynn Loewen, Bob Van Eaton, Crystal Fraser, Jaclynn Van Eaton. In Wainright, AB: Bob Van Eaton driving with Darren Mitsuing and Frank Van Eaton outriding. Frank in Dewberry, AB. All the Van Eaton siblings from oldest to youngest (top to bottom): BobbiJo Van Eaton, Coralynn Loewen, Frank Van Eaton, Jaclynn Van Eaton, and Jesse Van Eaton. Opposite top: Frank’s grandfather, Don Van Eaton, competes in the 1967 Calgary Stampede Rangeland Derby. Opposite right: Frank in his black hardhat and Savanna covvies. 4

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EMPLOYEE PROFILE than the rigs as the animals and other competitors can be unpredictable and sometimes it’s not always in your hands or control. On the rig, I feel it’s all in my hands, especially when drilling. The safety of others also comes to mind while making decisions and there are many rules set and precautions taken which help us rig hands get the job done safely. Q: What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen or done as a rodeo competitor? A:

Well, there are many crazy things I’ve done and seen. I have tried just about every event in rodeo, but outriding continues to be my favourite and most successful. The craziest thing that sticks in my mind — and will forever — would have been in 2012 at my dad’s last race of the year in Lloydminster where he was only five points away

administration and safety training.

Q: How are you involved with the Calgary A:

from qualifying for the Rangeland

with many guys

Derby in Calgary. Bob was on the

Stampede and/or other rodeo events?

who share the

number one barrel which gives

I have never competed at the Calgary

same interest

him a greater advantage and I was

Stampede yet nor has my father, he has

or background

waiting at the bottom barrel ready

been trying for 15 years now to qualify

as I do with the

to grab his lead team. Prior to the

for the Rangeland Derby just as many

chuckwagons or

horn, my heart was already racing in

others have, however just falling short

rodeo. However,

excitement and anticipation as Dad

in his attempts. It is a very difficult task

they do enjoy

had never been so close to qualifying.

as competition is very high and requires

the stories and

So Dad steered his horses into the

large donations from sponsors for feed,

some come out

barrels and I grabbed the lead team

travel, conditioning, new horses, fees,

to watch.

and pointed them to where he likes

etc. My grandfather, however, did race at

Q: What is your

Calgary for six consecutive years starting in the late ’60s.

them set, and just as the horn went the

favorite part of competing?

left lead horse (Shaky) threw his head up a

My favourite part would have to be just

bit and the lead outside line broke…right

being with the horses. Nothing is better

in my hands! It was a very scary feeling

chuckwagon competition? How far

than anticipating the sound of the horn

as I was afraid for my father’s life, but

back does it go?

when the race begins!

incredibly he got around the barrels and

Q: Is there a family tradition of rodeo/

I have not worked

Rodeo and chuckwagon is a very large

Q: Do you think you’d ever switch

through the race without anybody getting

part of our family. Grandpa Don starting

outriding for driving the chuckwagon

hurt. With Dad not being able to steer

wagon racing back in the ’60s with my

itself?

the horses properly with a broken line,

This is a tough one. I would love nothing

this caused him to have an interference

Uncle Jim is also a rodeo announcer. My

more to continue to compete and become

penalty — and I was also late coming in —

sister Coralynn Loewen has barrel raced

a third generation wagon driver and

was enough to put him out of the Calgary

for many years in which she was a high

pass it down to my children. Financially,

qualifications. Regardless of not making

school rodeo champion, and her husband

however, it would never work. It costs a lot

Calgary, we were all very happy that no

Aaron has competed in bullriding and

of money to go down that road and I have

was also very successful with many

three children (Teaghan, Kayden, and

rodeo wins. I could keep going but I will

Kelsey) to support and they come first. It

most people don’t know or would be

end with my dad who is still currently

would require generous sponsorship if I

surprised to learn?

uncles Jim and Jack outriding for him. My

chuckwagon racing in the WPCA along with his fiancé, Crystal Fraser.

were to compete on my own. Q: In your opinion, is the rodeo as

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one was hurt. Q: Is there anything about you that

Well, I lead a pretty normal life although in 2012, I won three show championships…

dangerous as working on the rigs?

two from outriding for Ray Mitsuing and

Rodeo is definitely more dangerous

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WHAT’S HAPPENING Dave Berrecloth (Director, Operations Canada Well Servicing), recently presented (L-R) Tammy Smith (Equipment Coordinator), Kelly Labelle (Team Lead, Crew Coordinator), and Alissa Giste (Field Administrative Coordinator) with their five-year rings.

Derek the Derrick poses with Calgary’s finest during the 2014 Stampede Parade.

Jay Canizaro (Sales & Marketing Manager, US Operations), took this great photo of Rig 650 in Colorado. Savanna Well Servicing in Carlyle, SK recently sponsored a fundraising BBQ for the graduating class of Gordon F. Kells High School. Total raised was $1385.00.

Brian Cardinal (Manager, Business Development & Partner Relations) poses with the 1st place buckle he and his daughter Paige Cardinal (in purple) won in the #10 Class division of the Team Penning competition at the 2014 Calgary Stampede. Congratulations Brian and Paige!

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RIG PROFILE

WHAT’S HAPPENING

T ZERO INCIDENTS ZERO HARM Savanna Well Servicing Canada would like to recognize the Nisku, Brooks, and Carlyle branches for achieving a significant milestone of having zero recordable injury incidents in Q2-14 — well done! While this success cannot be attributed to one specific effort, it is a result of the coordinated efforts of all personnel to support the collective goal of integrating HSE as a way in which the work is done (not an add-on). I would like to thank the SWS Operations personnel for their support and positive reception of the newly assembled HSE Team. During the first half of 2014, the SWS HSE Team conducted 135 field visits, averaging six hours per visit, with 65 joint visits with Operations Management. The primary objective of these visits was to coach and evaluate personnel on the basics of Savanna’s Safety Management System (SOPs, safety meetings, inspections, training, hazard identification, and behaviour-based observations) to show a united effort from HSE and Operations to deliver consistent messaging, establish a level of trust from all field personnel, and drive HSE Excellence. While Q2 in 2014 shows that SWS is headed in a positive direction with respect to improving HSE results, we still have a long way to go and we all must continue to promote a culture of personal responsibility and commitment toward the environment, safety, and health — zero harm. The path for others to follow.

his month, HSE would like to acknowledge Rig 639, operating north of Hythe, Alberta, Kirk Harper, HSE Advisor, spent some time with rig manager, Mike Won and got his thoughts on running a safe rig. Q: What are some of the ways you keep your NPT hours so low, especially being in the bush north of Hythe, Alberta? A: I try to keep up on stock and have as many things here as I can. Rigs tend to run better when they work year round, as it’s easier to stay on top of things that way. Having a good bunch of guys on the rig that don’t abuse the equipment and really look after it is obviously important too. My guys have a really positive attitude about keeping up on the maintenance. Q: How do you maintain the crews and keep your turnover as low as you do? A: When the rig is steady working like it is, it is definitely easier to keep guys out here. Everyone gets along, and we BBQ lunch for everyone whenever we can. Every guy out here looks out for each other and no one is afraid to speak up if they have any questions or concerns. Q: How do you maintain a zero TRIF, having worked every day this year? A: We have a lot of engineering controls in place on the rig to

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help protect the workers. We don’t get any external pressure from the company reps to cut corners or take shortcuts while we’re working, which helps add to the positive environment. My drillers have the right attitude to properly mentor and train the guys, and having a sixth man also helps a lot. How do you get the crews to buy into a positive Savanna HSE culture and utilize the safety tools provided for them? If we (supervisors) treat using the safety tools like it is a hassle, the rest of the guys will think the same. We try to make filling out Hazard IDs, BBS cards, and reporting near misses to be the same as putting on your boots for work…just another part of the job that is expected to be done to work out here. Any final comments you’d like to add? I’m just happy that we’ve had steady work and a great bunch of guys to work with. The company reps are real good to work for, which makes the work so much easier. It’s nice to know that we always have great support from the office whenever or for whatever we need.

L to R: Jason Muise (FH), Brock Thorburn (FH), Nathan Nagle (FH), Frank Anane (LH), Kyle Spence (LH), Jesse Blake (FH), Victor Huezo (DH), Sunny Mann (MH), Mitch Muise (DH), Ben Wilson (MH), Matt Stegeman (DR), Brett Fennell (DR), Mike Won (RM).

our rig is

639 north of

Hythe, AB

~ JEFF ENERSON

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FIRST NATIONS’ PARTNERSHIPS

SAVANNA HONOURED TO PARTNER WITH FIRST NATIONS In Savanna’s partnership model, everyone contributes and benefits equally.

onour is not a word thrown around lightly in the First Nations’ community. When they bestow it upon someone, it has significant meaning—respect, integrity, and worthiness all come to mind. So when Savanna won an Alberta Business Award of Distinction last year to recognize the success of their Aboriginal relations program, seeing the word “honour” amongst many of the nomination letters put forward by their First Nations’ partners was truly gratifying. Savanna’s business relationship with Aboriginal communities can be traced back to 2001 when the company pitched a 50/50 drilling rig partnership structure to the First Nations and Métis communities in Alberta. Dene Tha’, a Treaty 8 First Nation, immediately got on board with a two-rig partnership. Over the next 12 years, Savanna established rig partnerships with eight more Aboriginal groups — Duncan’s First Nation, Blood Tribe, Sturgeon Lake Cree Nation, Heart Lake First Nation, Cold Lake First Nation, Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation, and Fort McKay First Nation — for a total of 19 rigs currently operating in partnerships. Upon reflection of their long-term business arrangement with Savanna, former Dene Tha’ Chief James Ahnassay stated in his nomination letter: “We have benefited by economic development, community donations, and employment and training opportunities. Over the past decade, we have been very pleased with the success and accomplishments of our joint venture.” In Savanna’s proposal letter for the Award of Distinction, they made it very clear that the power of such partnerships was driven not only by a financial investment by the 8

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First Nations’ partner, but moreso because the Aboriginal groups were destined to be meaningful players in Western Canada’s energy sector and not just silent partners. Every First Nations’ community that took the 50/50 offer has seen an investment in their community in the form of innovative economic development, training, and employment opportunities. Dwayne LaMontagne, Savanna’s Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, stated that Savanna’s Partnership Program has distributed nearly $30 million of profits back to those participating Aboriginal communities.

While the economic benefits to the communities are obvious, the non-economic benefits are significant as well. Rig tours, for example, are important to Savanna’s partners, particularly for the elders in those communities, as rig tours are a positive experience which instills a sense of pride and ownership as they observe their business enterprise in action. Savanna’s venture into Aboriginal partnerships within the energy sector seems to predate the current thinking put forward by the Alberta Chamber of Resources, the Fraser Institute, and other industry think tanks. Years after Savanna’s “willingness to try something different2,” these policy institutes have proposed a solution to an industry problem that Savanna capitalized on years before—tapping into Aboriginal partnerships to help solve key issues in the oil and gas business. Namely, these issues are: 1) Resource-rich deposits are predominantly on traditional lands so “there is a notable geographic relationship between First Nations communities and energy development in western Canada.3” First Nations are frequently the gatekeepers to oil and gas extraction, so having a positive working relationship with them makes good

Accepting the Aboriginal Relations — Best Practice Award of Distinction is (clockwise from left): Laura Koronko (Diversity Coordinator), Dwayne LaMontagne (EVP & Chief Development Officer), Dave Berrecloth (Director, Operations Canada Well Servicing), Brian Cardinal (Manager, Business Development & Partner Relations), John Bayko (Manager, Communications), James McArthur (Business Development Team Lead), the late Dave Hoogendoorn (former Director of Operations, Canadian Drilling), Tweela Nepoose (Partner Relations Coordinator), Rachel Moore (EVP, Human Resources). WWW.SAVANNAENERGY.COM

FIRST NATIONS PARTNERSHIPS business sense. 2) The median age of the Aboriginal population is signficantly lower than the non-Aboriginal people. This, coupled with an unemployment rate generally higher than the provincial and national averages, means that most First Nations’ communities “have a young, unemployed population that can serve as a labour force for the proposed projects.4” The reality is, the overall population of northern and remote areas of Canada are made up of Aboriginal people (between 34% and 95%5), so it makes sense to recruit and foster local talent who can stay closer to their traditional homes if they so choose. Vision and Values Savanna developed a corporate vision statement that captured the ethos of the company: Defining leadership in global energy services through people, innovation, and technology—the path for others to follow. Four corporate values were also introduced at that time which have become the guiding principles upon which the company operates and how decisions are made: Intregrity—demonstrating the courage to do the right thing. Relationships— building collaborative partnerships. Excellence—setting the industry standard. Sustainability—driving short and long term successes. These four values have become the cornerstone of Savanna’s business relationship with their First Nations partners; and as we’ve seen with “honour” and how it is understood by their Aboriginal partners, integrity, relationships, excellence, and sustainability are more than just corporate-speak to everyone at Savanna. They define a code of ethics that the company promises to deliver on, every time. Integrity Integrity is doing what you say you will do. When Savanna makes a strong employment and training commitment to the communities of their Aboriginal partners, it is a commitment that is taken seriously and entered into with the full expectation that there will be an equally important return on investment for their Aboriginal partners. As former chief Cameron Alexis of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation points out in his letter of support, they are in an “…honourable business relationship WWW.SAVANNAENERGY.COM

with Savanna. The services they have provided to our Nation are tremendous and very rewarding for the community. They have proven to be a company of honour and dignity.” Relationships Maintaining a respectful, positive, and efficient working relationship with their Aboriginal partners is helped along by employing key personnel. Dwayne LaMontagne, Executive VP and Chief Development Officer has the overall responsibility for the Aboriginal Partnerships. Brian Cardinal is Savanna’s Business Development and Partner Relations Manager. He is a First Nation member who regularly communicates with

WIN-WIN-WIN. Partnerships between Aboriginals, the Oil & Gas company, and Savanna Energy create a meaningful relationship which presents benefits to all three stakeholders.

Savanna’s partners, as well as develops new deals with First Nations communities. He plays a vital role within the partnerships and is responsible for ensuring our community relations remain strong so that we may address any issues or concerns in a timely manner. Tweela Nepoose is a Partner Relations Coordinator who is also a First Nation member. She specifically focuses on administration, community relations and marketing. James McArthur, Business Development Team Lead oversees the financial and corporate legal documentation for existing and new partnerships. Laura Koronko is Savanna’s Diversity Coordinator. She oversees recruiting efforts for First Nations members, coordinates the selec-

tion of candidates, and also sets up peer support and mentoring programs for each candidate. Each of these individuals works full time to keep the First Nations partnerships an industry leading program. Excellence Savanna’s Aboriginal Training Program was originally created to introduce members of the partner communities to the energy services industry. This was part of Savanna’s “Best Practices” approach to doing business, and among other policies, has earned a reputation of being “the Aboriginal drilling company.” Their goal of embracing First Nations communities and building on each success story has earned Savanna eight other business awards related to First Nations partnerships. Sustainability A legacy of goodwill exists between Savanna and its Aboriginal partners and it is being leveraged by the company’s training programs to ensure longterm sustainability in the marketplace. Going forward, Savanna’s inclusive training will continue to provide a full safety and company introduction as well as a basic industry orientation for all employees upon hire, Aboriginal or otherwise. Workers who are new to the field receive on-the-job mentoring and training through our Greenhand training programs. Employees participate in the Enform Competency Assessment Program in our Well Servicing division, while employees in our Drilling division participate in the Rig Technician trade apprenticeship program beginning at the Motorhand level. If requested, specialized training may be available to qualified candidates in our Lacombe training facility throughout the year. All employees are supported by Savanna in the completion of required safety training certifications and updates of such throughout their career progression. n References Bains, R. (2013). Opportunities for First Nations Prosperity through Oil and Gas Development. Studies in Energy Transportation. Fraser Institute. <http://www. fraserinstitute.org> RIG-N-DIG • JULY 2014

CHANGE YOUR WAY TO HEALTH!

Talking About Mental Illness

ental illness is the leading cause of disability in Canada surpassing cancer and heart disease. No matter what our age, cultural background or income bracket, at least one in five of us will experience a mental illness in our lifetime. If mental illness is so prevalent, then why do so many people suffer in silence? It’s time to start talking. According to the World Health Organization, health is “a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Yet so many people just define good health as being physically well. Our mental health is equally important but often does not get the attention it should. And that’s costing us all. Mental health problems cost Canada at least $50 billion a year, or 2.8 per cent of gross domestic product, not including the costs to the criminal justice system or the child welfare system. Quite aside from the economic costs, mental illness prevents millions of North Americans from reaching their full potential and living life to its fullest. What is mental illness? “Our psychological health has a profound effect on how we feel, perceive, think, communicate and understand the world around us. When we are mentally unwell, we experience alterations in thinking, mood or behaviour that cause us distress and impair how we function in life.” There are many types of mental illness, but the most common include those listed below. • Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent of all mental illnesses. They differ from normal stress and

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WARNING SIGNS OF MENTAL ILLNESS Each mental illness has its own characteristic symptoms. However, there are some general warning signs that might alert you that someone may need professional help. Some of these include: • marked personality change • extreme mood swings • excessive anxieties • prolonged depression • inability to cope with minor problems and daily activities • loss of interest in hobbies and social activities • strange or grandiose ideas, delusions or hallucinations

anxiety by being more severe and long-lasting and interfere with work and relationships. Panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and general anxiety disorder fall under this category. • Mood disorders involve changes and disruptions in mood and emotions. Feeling extremely sad or extremely happy from time to time is part of being human. But people with mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder experience these feelings with greater intensity and for longer periods of time. • Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia involve a distorted body image along with extreme behaviours to manage food intake and weight. • Schizophrenia makes it difficult for people to think, speak and interact in an organized way. It also involves psychosis or losing the ability to know what’s real and what isn’t. Psychosis is not just a part of schizophrenia, but may also be seen on its own or with other disorders. • Personality disorders affect the way a person acts, feels and gets along with other people. They can also cause people to be more

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ENERGY? JULY 2014

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FOR THE FIRST HALF OF 2014, 15% OF SAVANNA’S LTD CLAIMS AND 32% OF OUR STD CLAIMS WERE RELATED TO MENTAL HEALTH. THESE ARE SIGNIFICANT INCREASES COMPARED Make a life time decisionTO to fuel your2013 body OUR efficiently each day. STATISTICS.

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Prevention There’s no sure way to prevent mental illness. However, if you have a mental illness, taking steps to control stress, to increase your resilience and to boost low self-esteem may help keep your symptoms under control. Follow these steps: • Pay attention to warning signs. Work with your doctor or therapist to learn what might trigger your symptoms. Make a plan so that you know what to do if symptoms return. Contact your doctor or therapist if you notice any changes in symptoms or how you feel. Consider involving family members or friends to watch for warning signs. • Get routine medical care. Don’t neglect checkups or skip visits to your family health care provider, especially if you aren’t feeling well. You may have a new health problem that needs to be treated, or you may be experiencing side effects of medication. • Get help when you need it. Mental health conditions can be harder to treat if you wait until symptoms get bad. Long-term maintenance treatment also may help prevent a relapse of symptoms. • Take good care of yourself. Sufficient sleep, healthy eating and regular physical activity are important. Try to maintain a regular schedule. Talk to your provider if you have trouble sleeping or if you have questions about diet and exercise.

For additional healthy lifestyle resources visit savannaenergy.com. Go to Employee Portal at the bottom and enter savanna for the user name and safety7 for the password.Rig-n-Dig Then on the right hand side of page, choose Health & Wellness Articles. • savannaenergy.com

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AUSTRALIANA

New Babies

Jason Argue (Driller on Rig 449) and partner Amanda Mccoll recently welcomed a new roughneck to the family, Kade Jamie Victor Argue who was born on June 23rd. Kade is pictured with his very proud dad.

Canada Day...eh?

On July 1st, the Toowoomba office celebrated Canada Day with our resident expats. The Savanna team indulged in pancakes, bacon, and sausages followed by red velvet cupcakes and cake. From left to right: Marcia MacDonald-McKinlay (HR Officer) enjoying a pancake. Steve Kitzul (Drilling & Completions Manager) along with Ken White (Drilling Field Superintendent) enjoying some pancakes, bacon, and sausages. Dave Berry (Maintenance Manager) getting ready to indulge in some cake.

Surat Basin Energy & Mining Expo Left: Claudia Correa (National HR Manager) and Emma Krumins (Training Administrator) work the stand (with assistance from our safety mannequin).with enquiries.

Trevor Vance (Sales & Marketing Manager), his wife Melanie and son Grayson (2yrs) welcomed baby boy Beau Brian on 25th May weighing in at 3,360g and 49cm long. Beau is picture with his big brother Grayson.

Rebecca Stretton (Payroll Assistant) and husband Peter welcomed son Calum Mason on March 15th. 12

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Right: Nikole Neleman (Office Coordinator), Daniel Davoodian (Maintenance Planner), and the safety mannequin assist with enquiries.

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AMERICANA

Meet & Greet

Yvette Webb Training Officer in Toowoomba

1. What brought you to Savanna Energy? The opportunity to advance and broaden my career with a growing company. 2. What was your very first job? I was a mechanic in an automotive shop at the age of 14. 3. What do you like to do when you are not working? Hunting, fishing and camping with my Scott Thornbrough family. Operations Manager, West Division 4. What is something that odessa, tx most of your friends/ colleagues don’t know about you? I can be a nice guy. 5. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? Hawaii. It was a promise I made to my wife that we would do. 6. What excites you about your role at Savanna Energy? The opportunity to use my knowledge and skills to help improve to Operations of the West Texas Division.

1. What brought you to Savanna Energy? I was working in a government role and decided to come back to the energy industry in the training department. 2. Where have you worked previously in this industry? I worked at Easternwell Energy for four years as a senior training administrator. 3. What was your first job? I worked at a school as a teacher’s aide for four years with Year 1 students.

Congratulations! Congratulations to Rigs 602 and 608 as they both just celebrated one year with no recordable incidents.

4. What do you like to do when you are not working? Watch movies, hang out with friends, and baking. 5. What is your favourite colour? Blue. Any colour blue. 6. What is the best book that you have ever read? It would have to be any Harry Potter book. Big fan! 7. What excites you about your role at Savanna Energy? I am currently looking after workover rigs and with all the new rigs coming into the yard, it is getting very busy but exciting. WWW.SAVANNAENERGY.COM

Congratulations also to Art Salienko, Rig Manager for 612. His rig received an award during the annual Rig Manager meetings in June for one year of no accidents.

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CANADIAN BENEFITS

WANT MORE ENERGY?

THE RIGHT FUEL COMBINATION IS THE ANSWER. SAVANNA’S NON-REGISTERED SAVINGS PLAN (NREG) OPTION We already know that when our vehicles have dirty filters, old spark plugs, and are running on empty with low grade gas, they do not perform well.

The same is true for our bodies. Without adequate sleep and efficient fuel sources, day by day, week by week, and year by year they too will break down. The problem is, that unlike a vehicle, we can’t just get another body which is why it is so important to fuel and maintain our bodies with premium.

We are not going to talk about diets, as we know only 2 % of diets have a lasting effect, but the good choices and habits we maintain on a daily basis do.

Savanna wants to give all Canadian employees an opportunity to gain from the company matching contribution, equal to a maximum of 6% of your earnings (depending on your years of service), By putting the right fuel in our bodies every 3 ½ hours satisfies hunger and maintains our energy without the highs and lows throughout the day. This promotes the brain chemistrySavings control over appetite, and changes us from through the Savanna Group Registered Retirement Plan our (RRSP). Company matching is one of emotional eating. the most simple and powerful tools you can use to build your wealth through your workplace plan.

Comparison between RRSP and NREG investments

Maintaining energy

throughout the day depends on keeping the fibre, Tax-deductible insulin, proteins, and goodcontributions carbs balanced: Fibre — keeps you full Annual contribution limit Fruits— keep your energy levels up and gives you Unused contribution room can be carried over mental alertness Withdrawals are taxable Protein — gives you energy Good carbs Company (green carbs) — keep up serotonin matching contributions are taxed as A Little Fat — turns off hunger Maximum age for contributions

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* Your 2014 yearly contribution limit is the lesser of 18% of your previous year’s income (minus your Pension Adjustment) or $24,270 An easy way to remember is: ** Withdrawals from your NREG account will trigger a capital gain or loss, which you will need to declare to the Canada Revenue Agency

Breakfast like a King purpose of the Savanna RRSP is to assist employees to save for their retirement. You may Lunch likeThe a Prince participate Dinner like a Pauperin the Savanna RRSP program by contributing to the RRSP or NREG and receive the employer matching contributions. Your RRSP limit is reported to you annually on your Notice of Assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Even when you have reached your CRA contribution limit for your RRSP, you can still be eligible for company matching contributions if you enrol in the NREG. If you do not have any RRSP contribution limit you may also invest in NREG.

Sounds simple, and it is.

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Make a life time decision to fuel your body efficiently each day. Your contribution Savanna matches Total contribution to your Sun Life

You get free money just for saving your own money! Years of service with Savanna

Financial account on every pay

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Just as our vehicle doesn’t run on empty, neither do our bodies. Fuel yourself Up to 3% of eligible earningswith premium choices for optimum running Up to performance. 6%

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100% of your is all about providing Upresources to 8% Human Solutions to you to contribution on assist you in making the healthy choices for optimum health. Related Up to 5% of eligible earnings Up to 10% pay articles, podcasts every and videos can be found on the website Up to 6% of eligible earnings Up to 12% www.homewoodhumansolutions.com including:

• Health e-Podcasts Health e-videos Open an account with Sun Life Financial•today! You can contact Sun Life Financial’s Customer Care Centre at 1-866-733-8612 • Health Library from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. MT any business day, or go online to mysunlife.ca/savanna.

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CHUCK NORRIS FACTS

SHOW US YOUR

ride! For the months of July, August, and September, all staff who post a photo of their set of wheels to our Savanna Facebook page or send the pic to communications@savannaenergy.com will automatically be entered into a draw for a

$500 Gift Certificate to the Savanna e-store.

The winner and a photo gallery of all submissions will be featured in the October issue of Rig-n-Dig online (rigndig.com)

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