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Bonterra Betting $90MM CapEx on Cardium

Bonterra Energy Corp. has reported an operational update including 2012 highlights, the results of its independent reserve report prepared by Sproule Associates Limited with an effective date of December 31, 2012 and its 2013 budget and guidance.
In 2012, Bonterra maintained its focus on providing investors with a sustainable pace of development, continued growth on a per share basis and stable monthly income through its dividend policy paying out $3.12 per share during the year. The company will maintain this corporate strategy in 2013 by continuing to pursue the development of its lower risk, high return opportunities; predominantly through its horizontal drilling program on its significant Cardium light oil play.
In addition, Bonterra recently completed the acquisition of Spartan Oil…
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