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Rising to the
Challenge

Annual Report 2015

Our Business
Gibsons is a midstream energy company with operations in some of the 
most hydrocarbon-rich basins in North America.

For over 60 years, Gibsons has provided market access to leading oil and gas companies in Western Canada. 

By diversifying our service offerings and expanding geographically, we continue to meet our customers’ needs 

in key hydrocarbon producing regions throughout North America. Our unparalleled service level is what sets 

us apart from our competitors and we strive to provide hands-on service between the producer and end-user.

Gibsons’ diversified service offering includes terminals, storage, blending, processing, marketing and distri-

bution of crude oil, condensate, natural gas liquids and refined products. We also provide emulsion treating, 

water disposal and oilfield waste management services.

Our integrated operations allow us to participate in the full midstream energy value chain. We transport 

millions of barrels of energy products each year by pipeline, truck and rail through our strategically located 

terminals in Hardisty and Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, our small Canadian terminals and our injection stations 

in the United States.

Annual General Meeting Information

Wednesday, May 4, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. (Mountain Time)
The Metropolitan Conference Centre
333 - 4 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta

Forward-Looking Statements
This annual report contains forward-looking statements. 
Please refer to the caution on forward-looking information 
on the inside back cover.

Table of Contents

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2015 Results and Highlights
President & CEO’s Message
Management’s Discussion and Analysis
Independent Auditor’s Report
Consolidated Financial Statements for the 
Year Ended December 31, 2015

46  Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
IBC  Corporate Information

Our 2015 Highlights

Financial

 ƒ Achieved record Terminal and Pipelines Segment Profit of $143 million, a 23% increase over 2014.

 ƒ Delivered Adjusted EBITDA for the year of $386 million.

 ƒ Executed growth capital expenditures of $346 million, primarily for the expansion of terminal storage and pipeline connectivity.

 ƒ Declared total dividends of $161.0 million, or $1.28 per share, in the year, representing an 8% increase in total dividends 

over 2014.

 ƒ Ended the year with $83 million of cash on the balance sheet, $465 million of availability under our $500 million revolving 

credit facility and a senior debt leverage ratio of 3.2 to 1.0.

Operations

 ƒ Successfully commissioned two new tanks at the Hardisty Terminal, resulting in a 900,000 barrel, or 18%, increase in capacity. 

 ƒ Commissioned our connectivity enhancement project related to the twinning of the Cold Lake pipeline connection to the 

Hardisty Terminal.

 ƒ Completed the connectivity enhancement project at the Hardisty Terminal related to the twinning of the Athabasca 

pipeline system.

 ƒ Commenced construction on an additional 1.8 million barrels of storage capacity at Gibsons’ Hardisty Terminal to support 

our customers’ growth plans. 

 ƒ Completed the integrations of two industrial propane companies, which were acquired in 2014.

Health, Safety, Security and Environment

 ƒ Conducted 103 formal Safety Stand Down events throughout the year, engaging senior management and front line staff to 

discuss ways we can continue to strengthen our health and safety commitment and improve our overall safety performance. 

 ƒ Expanded a unique One on One interview process which allows direct conversation between management and their 

employees regarding HSS&E matters and continues to provide valuable insight for both management and employees 

involved in the process.

 ƒ Completed 34 internal HSS&E Management System Assessments across our operating units.

 ƒ Continued our focus on emergency response planning and training with 180 emergency scenario drills.

 ƒ Introduced a company-wide Learning Management System which allows for improved employee training tracking and 

transparency across all functions of the organization.

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Our Commitment to 
Creating Long-term Value

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$386MM

Adjusted 
EBITDA in 2015

$161MM

Total Dividends 
Declared in 2015 
($1.28/share)

$346MM

Growth Capital 
Expenditures 
in 2015

6.0MMbbl

Storage Capacity at 
Gibsons’ Hardisty 
Terminal, Growing 
to 8.9 MMbbl

Message from 
Stewart Hanlon

Stewart Hanlon 
President & CEO

2015 was a year of highs and lows marked by an oversup-

connectivity enhancement projects which serve to connect 

plied energy market and massive declines in oil prices which 

our Hardisty Terminal to both the Cold Lake and Athabasca 

heralded a dramatic slowdown in activity in the energy 

Pipeline twinning projects. And, we have “shovels in the 

industry across North America. Without question, it has been 

ground” for an additional 2.9 million barrels of crude oil 

a period of uncertainty, volatility and challenge throughout 

storage at Hardisty that are scheduled to come into service in 

the global energy industry.

2016 and 2017.

These conditions affected Gibsons as well. But, at the same 

At our Edmonton facility, we progressed the construction of a 

time, this year confirmed the strength and resiliency of 

300,000 barrel tank and an expansion of the rail loading rack. 

our business. We emerged from 2015 strong and stable, 

The project is on-track and will contribute to our 2016 cash 

largely due to our commitment to sound business practices: 

flow mid-way through the year.

maintaining a solid balance sheet, delivering a sustainable 

dividend, focusing on our long-term strategy and ensuring a 

In 2015, we also capitalized on opportunity. 

conservative approach to capital allocation.

We acquired two small companies to enhance our logistics 

In this environment, the toughest I’ve seen in my twenty-five 

years with the company, Gibsons delivered. We achieved 

annual adjusted EBITDA of $386 million—a decrease of 

only 15% from our record 2014 results.

capabilities. Littlehawk Enterprises, a Western Canadian 

business that specializes in hydro excavation, pressure 

testing and water hauling for the construction and energy 

industries, and T&R Transport, a crude and water hauling 

business that services the Bakken and Three Forks plays. 

We also benefited from a slowdown in construction activities 

Both acquisitions complement, and are vertically integrated 

in Alberta as we progressed on our 2015 capital program, 

with, our existing services.

with expenditures primarily directed toward growing our infra-

structure at our Hardisty and Edmonton terminals in Alberta. 

Disciplined Capital Allocation

In 2015, we supported our customers’ oil volume growth by 

committing to long-term storage contracts. We also success-

fully commissioned two new tanks on the east side of our 

Hardisty Terminal, resulting in a capacity increase of 

900,000 barrels. We saw the successful completion of our 

We also saw the successful completion of our new 

Edmonton facility that was built to consolidate and optimize 

our Canadian trucking operations. The facility brings the 

business closer to our fleet operations, while minimizing 

waste and reducing costs. Longer-term, the move allows 

Gibsons to use the valuable strategic land vacated by 

the trucking group for future tank construction at our 

Edmonton terminal. 

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“As an integrated 

midstream company, 

we are well-positioned to 

weather oil price volatility 

through the long-term 

infrastructure contracts on 

our terminal assets.”

Protecting our Balance Sheet and 
Ensuring Dividend Sustainability

Clearly, when the price of oil drops as dramatically as it has, 

it’s necessary to look at things differently and to take action 

accordingly. In 2014, we made adjustments and continued 

to do so throughout 2015. We progressed the rebalancing of 

our portfolio towards fee-based infrastructure; we realigned 

our cost structures; and we took a disciplined and flexible 

approach to capital allocation.

As an integrated midstream company, we are well-positioned 

to weather oil price volatility through the long-term infra-

structure contracts on our terminal assets. Our 2015 capital 

growth program, focused on our terminals and pipelines 

business, is largely backed by long-term, take-or-pay con-

tracts that average 10 years or more with large and strong 

customers. This shields an ever-growing proportion of our 

cash flow from fluctuations in oil prices, providing increased 

predictability and stability for our shareholders and increased 

support for our dividend.

Making Communities Stronger

We take pride in knowing that our community contri-
butions serve community needs, harness our employees’ 
interests and align with our business goals. In 2015, we 
invested in our communities through the following efforts:
 ƒ Supporting the new Moose Jaw Hospital with state-

of-the-art medical equipment. We donated $500,000 
toward specialized x-ray equipment to diagnose and 
evaluate many conditions.

 ƒ Investing in a wide range of emergency service 

programs in our operating communities.

 ƒ Contributing over $320,000 (employee donations 
plus Gibsons’ match) to organizations, like the 
United Way and St. Jude’s Hospital, through our 
employee giving program.

 ƒ Partnering with business, government and Texas A&M 
University to support the Produced Water Irrigation 
Project in Texas. Gibsons provided water storage for 
this unique cotton-growing project that uses recycled 
produced water from oil and natural gas activity in 
the Delaware Basin to irrigate a cotton crop.

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Gibsons’ annual truck-pull event kicks off 
our 2015 employee giving campaign

We also looked at the impact of the changing environment 

through our customers’ eyes. That perspective evolved into a 

doubling-down of our commitment to outstanding customer 

service and operational excellence. Now, more than ever, we 

need to ensure that we react quickly to changing market 

conditions and customer needs, while working efficiently and 

collaboratively as one strong team to solve our customer’s 

challenges. To do this, we must continue to adjust our cost 

structures to ensure that our services remain cost-competitive. 

Most importantly, we must continue to operate safely 

and responsibly. 

To give credit, where credit is due, our success would not 

be possible without the efforts of our people—the women 

and men who work with our customers every day to provide 

innovative midstream solutions. They have risen to the 

challenge this year and I would like to thank them for that. 

Their efforts helped us end 2015 with solid financial results 

and a strong position for the future. I would also like to thank 

our Board of Directors. Their guidance and governance have 

been invaluable over the past year.

Our Strategic 
Priorities

Strive for leadership in HSS&E and 
operational performance

Provide a leading integrated 
portfolio of services

Be responsive and adaptable to 
a continuously changing business 
environment

But to emerge from this cycle as a more valuable company 

also requires a commitment to execute on our long-term 

strategy: to provide midstream solutions that capitalize on 

growth trends in North American oil and liquids production.

Be a superb business partner by 
providing innovative, cost-effective 
solutions for all of our stakeholders

Focused on Our Long-term Strategy

In 2015, we had several senior executives announce their 

retirements. Rodney Bantle, Senior Vice President of Truck 

Transportation decided to retire after 20 years of service and 

Warren Osatiuk, Senior Vice President of Refining announced his 

retirement after 15 years with Gibsons. I want to thank them for 

their dedication and leadership. And last, but by no means least, 

after 23 years with Gibsons, Don Fowlis, Chief Financial Officer 

will retire in 2016. Don is one of the longest-serving members 

of our senior management team and his leadership has played 

a major role in shaping our company into what it is today. I wish 

them all well and look forward to working with the newest 

member of our senior executive team, Sean Brown, who joined 

Gibsons as Chief Financial Officer early in 2016. 

Ensure our workforce is highly 
engaged and customer solution 
focused

Be a socially responsible organization 
that is valued by the communities in 
which we do business

Endeavor to be an outstanding 
investment for our shareholders

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Looking ahead to 2016 and 2017, we see strong growth in 

We believe in the value of our North American footprint. 

our Terminals and Pipelines segment where we will direct the 

We remain competitive, and healthy, in those basins where 

majority of our capital at a range of $200 and $300 million 

activity levels are currently depressed, but where we expect 

each year. For 2016, the $200 million low-end in growth cap-

to see a rebound in shale production when we see improve-

ital spending primarily represents projects currently underway 

ment in crude oil pricing. To that end, we continue to review 

within our Terminals and Pipelines segment, the majority of 

and address costs to ensure that we are well-positioned to be 

which are underpinned by long-term take-or-pay contracts. 

successful this year and for years to come.

The $300 million high-end incorporates an additional $100 

million for projects that are either currently being negotiated 

or are under consideration. We expect to have greater 

visibility to the remaining, uncommitted capital spending as 

we progress through 2016.

“We remain confident 

in the near, and medium 
term, that oil sands 
production will continue to 
grow given the resiliency 
of our customers’ project 
development plans and 
their financial strength.”

2015 was a tough year for our customers and we expect 

2016 may be even tougher. While we are cautious and 

conservative about conditions over the near term, we remain 

positive about the prospects for our business. Our consis-

tent financial strength, sound management and diversified 

business mix have enabled us to deliver value to both our 

customers and shareholders, and we believe that they will 

continue to do so well into the future. 

For investors looking to 2016 and beyond, there are many 

reasons why Gibsons represents a compelling investment: 

 ƒ we continue to strengthen the quality of our cashflows;

 ƒ we have a strong balance sheet and liquidity to fund our 

growth capital program; and

 ƒ we offer an attractive and sustainable total shareholder return.

My thanks go out to all investors who continue to support 

our efforts.

We’ve been in the midstream business for more than six 

decades. And while we’ve seen cycles in our industry before, 

it’s difficult to predict how this pricing cycle will evolve. We do 

know that conditions will improve at some point in the future. 

I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished in 2015, and I am 

These projects are underpinned by highly visible production 

confident that the steps we have taken will enable us to rise to 

from specific oil sands projects that are currently under de-

the challenges and position us for an exciting future.

velopment or in a production ramp-up phase. Despite today’s 

challenging oil price environment, our key oil sands customers 

take a long-term view on oil prices due to the nature of their 

reserve profile, and we remain confident in the near, and 

medium term, that oil sands production will continue to grow 

given the resiliency of our customers’ project development 

plans and their financial strength. In the interim, they are 

Stewart Hanlon 

President & CEO

realizing material operating and capital cost efficiencies in the 

current deflationary environment, just as we are at Gibsons.

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LEGEND

Gibsons’
locations

Major Oil
Export Pipelines

Selected Oil
Gathering
Pipelines

Major
North American
Oil Plays

Our Strategic Footprint

Gibsons’ strategic footprint spans some of the most 
hydrocarbon-rich basins in North America. Our diversified 
business model serves customers across Western Canada 
and in the oil-rich regions of the United States. Our 
significant presence in these key basins provides our 
customers with flexible midstream solutions while giving us 
a competitive advantage.

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2015 Year End Report 

Management’s Discussion and Analysis 

The  following  Management’s  Discussion  and  Analysis  (“MD&A”)  was  prepared  and  approved  by  the  Company’s  Board  of 
Directors as of March 1, 2016 and should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and related 
notes of Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibsons” or the “Company”) for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, which were prepared 
under International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as set out in the Handbook of the Canadian Institute of Chartered 
Professional Accountants and as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). Amounts are stated in Canadian 
dollars unless otherwise noted. 

This MD&A contains forward-looking statements and non-GAAP measures and readers are cautioned that this MD&A should be 
read in conjunction with the Company’s disclosure under “Forward-Looking Statements” and “Non-GAAP Financial Measures” 
included at the end of this MD&A. Non-GAAP measures contained in this MD&A include EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Pro Forma 
Adjusted EBITDA, and distributable cash flow.  

EXECUTIVE OVERVIEW 

Gibsons is a large independent integrated service provider to the oil and gas industry with operations across major producing regions 
throughout North America.  Gibsons is engaged in the movement, storage, blending, processing, marketing and distribution of crude 
oil, condensate, natural gas liquids (“NGLs”), water, oilfield waste, and refined products. The Company transports energy products 
by utilizing its integrated network of terminals, pipelines, storage tanks, and trucks located throughout western Canada and through 
its significant truck transportation and injection station network in the United States. The Company also provides emulsion treating, 
water disposal and oilfield waste management services through its network of processing, recovery and disposal facilities in Canada 
and  the  United  States  and  is  the  second  largest  industrial  propane  distribution  company  in  Canada.  The  Company’s  integrated 
operations allow it to participate across the full midstream energy value chain, from the hydrocarbon producing regions in Canada 
and  the  United  States,  through  the  Company’s  strategically  located  terminals  in  Hardisty  and  Edmonton,  Alberta  and  injection 
stations and terminals in the United States, to the end user or refineries of North America. 

Gibsons has provided market access to leading oil and gas industry participants in western Canada for over 60 years. The Company 
has grown by diversifying its service offerings to meet customers’ needs and by expanding geographically to provide its service 
offerings to key hydrocarbon producing regions throughout the United States.   

The Company’s integrated segments can be broken down as follows: (1) Terminals and Pipelines, (2) Environmental Services, (3) 
Truck Transportation, (4) Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution, (5) Processing and Wellsite Fluids and (6) Marketing.  
The Company believes its competitive advantage is driven by its geographic presence in the majority of hydrocarbon-rich basins in 
North America, its footholds in strategic market hubs, its ability to capture value throughout the midstream energy value chain, its 
diversified, integrated, synergistic service offerings, its ability to source and successfully execute internal growth projects, its proven 
track  record  of  sourcing,  executing  and  successfully  integrating  business  acquisitions,  its  leading  health,  safety,  security  and 
environment record, its experienced management team with a proven history of successful operations and strong industry reputation 
and  its  conservative  risk  management  policies.  The  Company  is  continuously  focused  on  improving  its  operations  across  all 
segments by utilizing the Company’s integrated asset base to capture inter segment synergies and to expand the Company’s network 
of assets, and to increase the Company’s margins by providing additional value added services along the midstream energy value 
chain. 

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Highlights 

2015 Year End Report 

The key highlights for the year ended December 31, 2015 were as follows: 

•  Despite challenging industry conditions, overall segment profit only decreased by 14% to $418.8 million in the year ended 

December 31, 2015 compared to $487.1 million in the year ended December 31, 2014;  

• 

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Segment profit for the Terminal and Pipelines segment increased by 23% in the year ended December 31, 2015, compared to 
the year ended December 31, 2014; 

Pro Forma  Adjusted EBITDA for the  year ended December 31, 2015 was $389.9 million, down 15% from the  year ended 
December 31, 2014; 

•  Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2015 decreased by 15% to $386.3 million compared to $453.1 million in 

the year ended December 31, 2014;  

•  Revenue decreased by 35% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. The decrease 
was primarily driven by lower product revenue as a result of lower commodity prices and also lower service revenues that 
exhibited a reduction of 20% in the year ended December 31, 2015; 

•  During the year ended December 31, 2015, management reduced costs within the Company resulting in lower overall headcount 
of approximately 15%, after adjusting for the impact of acquisitions. Management is committed to cost control and will continue 
to proactively work to align costs in light of overall economic conditions; 

•  The Company declared a dividend of $0.32 per common share in the fourth quarter of 2015. Total dividends declared were 
$161.0 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, representing an 8% increase over the $148.6 million declared in the year 
ended December 31, 2014; 

•  On August 6, 2015, the Company suspended, until further notice, Gibsons’ Dividend Reinvestment Plan (“DRIP”) and Stock 
Dividend  Program  (“SDP”)  as  the  Company  believes  that  the  continuation  of  these  programs  would  result  in  unwarranted 
dilution of its shareholders; 

• 

For the year ended December 31, 2015, distributable cash flow was $219.5 million resulting in a gross dividend payout ratio 
of 73% and a net dividend payout ratio of 64% based on declared dividends paid in cash; 

•  Capital expenditures were $392.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2015, of which $345.8 million related to growth 
capital.  Growth  capital  expenditures  are  primarily  related  to  the  construction  of  tankage  and  pipeline  connections  at  the 
Company’s facilities, in particular at the Hardisty and Edmonton terminals. At December 31, 2015, the Company had capital 
expenditures totaling $290.6 million included in work in progress; 

• 

In February and March 2015, the Company successfully commissioned two new tanks on the east side of the Hardisty Terminal 
resulting  in  a  900,000  barrel  increase  in  capacity.  In  addition,  the  Company  successfully  commissioned  its  connectivity 
enhancement project related to the twinning of the Cold Lake pipeline connection to the Hardisty Terminal; 

•  On April 13, 2015, the Company announced its intention to construct 900,000 barrels of additional crude oil storage capacity 
at the Hardisty Terminal, comprised of a 400,000 barrel storage tank and a 500,000 barrel storage tank, that are expected to be 
commissioned in mid-2017; 

•  On April 27, 2015, the Company announced that it will build and operate an additional 900,000 barrels of storage capacity at 
Gibsons’  Hardisty  West  Terminal.   The  expansion  is  intended  to  support  Suncor  Energy’s  (“Suncor”)  growth  plans.  The 
Hardisty West Terminal was developed in 2011 as a joint venture with Suncor involving the construction of four storage tanks 
totaling 1.2 million barrels.  The terminal is an important part of Suncor’s logistics infrastructure that is designed to facilitate 
the transportation of its crude oil production and manage the quality of its proprietary commodity streams.  The expansion of 
the Hardisty West Terminal will support growth in Suncor’s oil sands operations and increase total storage capacity at the 
Hardisty West Terminal by 75% to 2.1 million barrels. The new storage capacity is expected to be in-service by the third quarter 
of 2017; 

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•  On July 1, 2015, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding ownership interests of Ross Eriksmoen, Inc., GWCC, 
LLC, and Frontier Ventures, LLC (collectively doing business as “T&R Transport”) for approximately $34.9 million. T&R 
transports water and oil field waste and provides related transportation services to customers in the oil, gas, and petrochemical 
industry throughout the Bakken region in North Dakota;  

•  On December 1, 2015, the Company successfully commissioned its connectivity enhancement project related to the twinning 

of the Athabasca pipeline connection to the Hardisty Terminal; and 

On March 1, 2016, the Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per common share for the three months ended March 31, 2016 
on its outstanding common shares. The dividend is payable on April 15, 2016 to shareholders of record at the close of business on 
March 31, 2016.  

Trends affecting the Company’s business 

Gibsons periodically evaluates its long-range strategic plan in order to assess the implications of emerging industry trends, including 
organic growth and potential acquisition opportunities, in the energy midstream sector. Some of the key industry trends that will 
affect Gibson’s business and prospects over the short-term (2 years or less) and the medium to long-term (two to five years) are: 

• 

Increased  oil  production  in  North  America  over  the  last  number  of  years   has  increased  demand  for  many  facets  of  the 
midstream  energy  value  chain  including  storage,  transportation,  distribution,  processing,  refining  and  environmental  and 
production services, all of which are activities the Company participates in. However, the recent decline in crude oil prices has 
caused many North American oil producers, who form a significant part of Gibsons’ customer base, to lower their near term 
capital spending plans.  This is expected to negatively impact North American production over the short-term. Over the medium 
to long-term, as crude oil supply and demand rebalances and crude oil prices realign with global cost structures, the Company 
anticipates a return to increased activity and production levels and a continued demand for midstream value chain assets;  

•  Over the medium to long-term, the growing supply of Canadian heavy crude oil from the oil sands will result in an increasing 
demand for diluent in the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin (the “WCSB”). This should result in increased movements of 
diluent  through  the  Edmonton  and  Alberta  heartland  area,  pipeline  and  terminal  infrastructure  and  may  generate  increased 
opportunities for Gibsons’ services; 

•  Crude oil pricing, location and quality disconnects, combined with a shortage of pipeline takeaway capacity from the WCSB, 
have created demand for crude by rail as a solution for export market access. While the recent decline in crude oil prices has 
negatively  impacted  the  economics  of  this  transportation  alternative,  the  Company  expects  that  if  oil  prices  rise  or  export 
pipeline access becomes a barrier to reach markets, opportunities for the Company to increase its service offering to include 
more crude oil rail movements will arise; 

•  The  Keystone  XL  and  Energy  East  pipeline  projects  are  crucial  initiatives  that  should  help  provide  the  growing  supply  of 
Canadian crude oil access to the large refining markets in the United States, Eastern Canada and other foreign markets. The 
recent denial of presidential permit to Keystone XL by the U.S. Department of State in November, 2015, as well as continued 
delays to the approval of Energy East, the starting point for both pipelines which would be adjacent to the Company’s Hardisty 
Terminal, defers the prospects of increased opportunities for the Company’s terminalling services that are anticipated from 
these  projects,  but  brings  to  fore  the  likelihood  of  an  increased  usage  of  the  Company’s  crude  oil  rail  transportation 
infrastructure, in the near term;  

•  Enbridge’s expansion of its Line 67 that went into operation in July 2015 and the replacement of its Line 3 will help the growing 
supply  of  Canadian  crude  oil  gain  access  to  the  largest  refining  markets  in  the  United  States  and  Eastern  Canada.  The 
replacement of Line 3, if approved, could provide incremental capacity by 2018.  Gibsons’ Hardisty Terminal is connected to 
deliver to both of these pipelines and these expansions should provide increased opportunities for the Company’s terminalling 
services at Hardisty; 

•  When completed, Enbridge’s twinning of the southern section of its Athabasca pipeline which should provide for incremental 
volumes into the Gibson Hardisty terminal and increased opportunities for the Company’s terminalling services at Hardisty; 

• 

Price fluctuations between crude oil types can create incremental  margin opportunities in  multiple areas of the Company’s 
operations. While current price differentials have compressed in response to the recent decline in benchmark crude oil prices, 
the Company remains attentive to opportunities as this trend continues to evolve;  

•  The growing supply of propane, butane and other natural gas liquids in North America related to higher liquids rich natural gas 
development has resulted in declining propane and butane prices in North America. This may result in increased volumes and 
potential margin improvement related to the Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment; 

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•  The recent reduction in the value of the Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar highlights added foreign currency volatility 
which could result in both positive and negative impacts  for the Company.   A  weakening  Canadian dollar should result in 
increased profit contributions from the Company’s U.S. business. In addition, it could result in increased revenues and cost of 
sales for the Company’s Canadian operations that transact in U.S. dollars. Furthermore, a weakening Canadian dollar will result 
in an increase in foreign exchange losses with respect to the Company’s U.S. dollar denominated debt and an increase in foreign 
exchange gains with respect to the Company’s U.S. denominated assets; 

•  The lifting of the U.S. crude oil export ban in December, 2015, may further advance demand for the utilization of midstream 
assets to enable an increasing volume of crude oil to access tidewater export locations.  Gibsons’ U.S. presence and extensive 
footprint offer an important growth platform and that should prove advantageous to the Company’s North America-wide core 
midstream infrastructure development plan;  

•  The weak oil price and capital market conditions are expected to adversely impact many energy industry participants in North 
America, some of which are either customers or competitors. In the ensuing period, the Company anticipates increasing credit 
risk within certain segments of its customer base.  Offsetting this, the Company expects a moderation in valuation expectations 
for midstream asset and corporate transactions; 

•  Over  the  medium  to  long-term  the  Company  expects  new  technology  for  drilling  and  well  completion  methodology  to  be 
deployed towards conventional and unconventional production within the industry which should further enhance the viability 
and resilience of the specific basins Gibsons has strategically chosen to operate in; and 

•  Over the medium to long-term, the Company expects that increased oil and natural gas production in North America should 
also translate to a significant increase in produced water and other oilfield waste. This increase in oilfield waste, together with 
increased regulatory scrutiny, should increase demand for the Company’s Environmental Services solutions. 

The Company believes the collective impact of these trends and developments, many of which are beyond the Company’s control, 
will result in an increasingly volatile business environment and a crude oil market that is subject to more frequent short-term swings 
in market prices and grade differentials and shifts in market structure. Over the short-term, the Company anticipates that lower 
crude oil prices may create a challenging environment for some of the Company’s services, however, over the medium to long-term 
the Company believes that both the demand for its growing portfolio of high quality infrastructure assets, and the value proposition 
of its integrated midstream solutions, should remain strong.  

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TSX: GEI 

Capital expenditures 

2015 Year End Report 

The following table summarizes growth capital and upgrade and replacement capital (in thousands): 

2015 
Growth capital  ..............................................................................................................................    $  345,791 
Upgrade and replacement capital .................................................................................................. 
46,775 
  $  392,566 

2014 
    $  352,487 
59,035 
    $  411,522 

Total  expenditures  for  growth  and  upgrade  and  replacement  capital  were  $392.6  million  and  $411.5 million  in  the  year  ended 
December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. In the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, $376.5 million and $391.2 million, 
respectively, were included as additions to property, plant and equipment and $16.1 million and $20.3 million, respectively, were 
included as additions to intangible assets. 

Year ended December 31, 

Growth capital 

The following table summarizes the Company’s growth capital by segment (in thousands): 

2015 
Terminals and Pipelines(1) ............................................................................................................     $  243,057 
Environmental Services(2) ............................................................................................................  
45,935 
Truck Transportation(3) ................................................................................................................  
27,755 
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution (4) ........................................................................  
2,032 
Processing and Wellsite Fluids(5) .................................................................................................  
18,471 
Other (6) ........................................................................................................................................  
8,541 
Total.............................................................................................................................................     $  345,791 

2014 
    $  220,916 
68,430 
22,164 
12,131 
13,979 
14,867 
352,487 

    $ 

Year ended December 31, 

(1)  Expenditures  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015  and  2014  relate  to  a  number  of  construction  and  expansion  projects 
including the construction of additional tanks and related infrastructure at the Hardisty and Edmonton terminals. Expenditures 
in the year ended December 31, 2015 also include the purchase of small terminals in the United States. Expenditures in the 
year ended December 31, 2014 includes the related infrastructure to connect the unit rail facility to the Hardisty Terminal. 

(2)  Expenditures  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015  and  2014  relate  to  the  expansion  of  existing  and  construction  of  new 
emulsion and waste treatment and salt water disposal facilities in both Canada and the United States and also the addition of 
equipment and rolling stock. 

(3)  Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 largely represent the costs for constructing a new office and 

maintenance facility in Edmonton, Alberta, including the purchase of land in the Edmonton area.  

(4)  Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2015 mainly represent the addition of tanks and generators in key market areas. 
Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2014 mainly represent the addition of trucks, tanks and generators in key market 
areas and the expansion of rail infrastructure at a Company facility.     

(5)  Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2015 largely relate to increasing truck and rail capabilities at the facility in 
Moose Jaw. Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2014 largely relates to increasing throughput capacity and rail 
capabilities at the facility in Moose Jaw. 

(6)  Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2015 mainly relate to costs associated with the Company’s information and 
operational systems. Expenditures in the year ended December 31, 2014 mainly includes the purchase of land in Strathcona 
County in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland as well as equipment and software related to information and operational systems.  

Upgrade and replacement capital 

Upgrade and replacement capital includes improvement projects that extend the physical life of an asset, while replacement capital 
includes purchases that replace existing assets as necessary to maintain current service levels or replace assets that no longer have 
a useful economic life. Upgrade and replacement capital decreased 21% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014 primarily due to a reduction in spending relating to the replacement of the truck and trailer fleet within 
the Truck Transportation segment. 

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TSX: GEI 

Acquisitions 

2015 Year End Report 

On February 1, 2015, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding shares of Littlehawk Enterprises Ltd. (“Littlehawk”) 
for approximately $11.5 million. Littlehawk operates hydrovac units and specializes in hydro excavation, pressure testing and water 
hauling  for  the  construction  and  energy  industries.  These  services  can  be  internalized  by  the  Company  and  also  offered  as 
complimentary services to the Company’s environmental services offerings. 

On July 1, 2015, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding ownership interests of T&R Transport for approximately 
$34.9 million. T&R Transport transports water and oil field waste and provides related transportation services to customers in the 
oil, gas, and petrochemical industry throughout the Bakken region in North Dakota. These services complete an integrated business 
model centered around the Company’s new Bakken Process Recovery Disposal and Landfill commissioned in the fourth quarter of 
2014. 

Seasonality 

The Company believes that seasonality does not have a material impact on its combined operations and segments. However, certain 
of the Company’s individual segments are impacted by seasonality. Generally, the Company’s second quarter results are impacted 
by road bans and other restrictions which impact overall activity levels in the WCSB and the northern United States, and therefore 
negatively  impact  the  Company’s  trucking,  propane  and  wellsite  fluids  businesses  in  Canada  and  certain  operations  within 
Environmental Services in Canada and the United States. 

Within the Company’s Processing and Wellsite Fluids segment, certain products are impacted by seasonality. Canadian road asphalt 
activity is affected by the impact of weather conditions on road construction. Road asphalt demand peaks during the summer months 
when most of the road construction activity in Canada takes place. In the off peak demand months for road asphalt, the demand for 
roofing  flux continues. Demand for  wellsite fluids  is dependent on overall  well drilling and completion activities,  with activity 
normally  the  busiest  in  the  winter  months.  As  a  result,  the  Company’s  Processing  and  Wellsite  Fluids  segment’s  sales  of  road 
asphalt peak in the summer and sales of wellsite fluids peak in the winter. 

The Company’s Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment is characterized by a high degree of seasonality driven by 
the  impact  of  weather  on  the  need  for  heating  and  the  amount  of  propane  required  to  produce  power  for  oil  and  gas  related 
applications.  Therefore,  volumes  are  low  during  the  summer  months  relative  to  the  winter  months.  Operating  profits  are  also 
considerably lower during the summer months. Most of the annual segment profit is earned from October to March each year. 

Within  the  Company’s Environmental Services  segment, certain services and geographical regions are impacted by seasonality 
including the impact of weather and daylight hours. Due to exposure to weather, activity is generally the lowest in the winter months 
and shorter daylight hours during the winter months also result in lower overall service activity.  

SELECTED ANNUAL FINANCIAL MEASURES  

Year ended December 31, 

2015 

2014 

2013 

Revenue .......................................................................................................  
Net income (loss)  ........................................................................................  

  $  5,591,982 

(in thousands except per share amounts) 
  $  8,573,529 
91,941 

  $  6,940,669 
103,816 

 (280,656)   

Earnings (loss) per share  
Basic ...........................................................................................................  
Diluted........................................................................................................  

  $ 

(2.23)   
(2.23)   

  $ 

0.74 
0.73 

  $ 

0.86 
0.84 

Dividends declared per common share ........................................................  

  $ 

1.28 

  $ 

1.20 

  $ 

1.10 

Total assets ...................................................................................................  
Total non-current liabilities ..........................................................................  

2015 
  $  3,282,986 
1,606,425 

As at December 31, 
2014 
  $  3,573,029 
1,507,876 

2013 
  $  3,049,382 
1,058,582 

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SEGMENTED RESULTS OF OPERATIONS  

The Company’s senior management evaluates segment performance based on a variety of measures depending on the particular 
segment  being  evaluated,  including  profit,  volumes,  operating  expenses,  profit  per  barrel  and  upgrade  and  replacement  capital 
requirements. The Company defines segment profit as revenues less cost of sales (excluding depreciation and amortization expense) 
and operating expenses. Revenues presented by segment in the table below include inter-segment revenue, as this is considered 
more  indicative  of  the  level  of  each  segment’s  activity.  Profit  by  segments  excludes  depreciation,  amortization,  accretion, 
impairment  charges,  stock  based  compensation  and  corporate  expenses,  as  senior  management  looks  at  each  period’s  earnings 
before  corporate  expenses  and  non-cash  items  such  as  depreciation,  amortization  and  stock  based  compensation,  as  one  of  the 
Company’s important measures of segment performance. 

The following is a discussion of the Company’s segmented results of operations for the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 
and the following table sets forth revenue and profit by segment for those periods: 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Segment revenue 
Terminals and Pipelines  ...............................................................................................................    $  184,179 
Environmental Services ................................................................................................................ 
334,449 
445,969 
Truck Transportation .................................................................................................................... 
924,111 
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution ............................................................................. 
395,787 
Processing and Wellsite Fluids ..................................................................................................... 
Marketing ...................................................................................................................................... 
4,330,978 
Total segment revenue .................................................................................................................. 
6,615,473 
Revenue—inter-segmental ............................................................................................................ 
(1,023,491)   
Total revenue—external ................................................................................................................ 
5,591,982 
Segment profit  
Terminals and Pipelines ................................................................................................................ 
Environmental Services ................................................................................................................ 
Truck Transportation .................................................................................................................... 
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution ............................................................................. 
Processing and Wellsite Fluids ..................................................................................................... 
Marketing ...................................................................................................................................... 
Total segment profit ...................................................................................................................... 
General and administrative ........................................................................................................... 
Depreciation .................................................................................................................................. 
Amortization ................................................................................................................................. 
Impairment of goodwill ................................................................................................................ 
Stock based compensation ............................................................................................................ 
Foreign exchange loss ................................................................................................................... 
Net interest expense ...................................................................................................................... 
Income (loss) before income tax ................................................................................................... 
Income tax provision (recovery) ................................................................................................... 

142,796 
57,257 
52,034 
94,192 
37,207 
35,271 
418,757 
39,569 
195,438 
87,554 
175,959 
20,379 
108,180 
79,022 
(287,344)   
(6,688)   

    $  157,969 
431,153 
557,735 
1,352,741 
667,793 
7,005,045 
10,172,436 
(1,598,907) 
8,573,529 

116,524 
100,273 
83,178 
70,271 
51,675 
65,180 
487,101 
37,385 
154,934 
54,991 
- 
13,977 
31,519 
66,766 
127,529 
35,588 
91,941 

Net income (loss) ..........................................................................................................................    $  (280,656)      $ 

The  exclusion  of  depreciation  and  amortization  expense  could  be  viewed  as  limiting  the  usefulness  of  segment  profit  as  a 
performance measure because it does not take into account in current periods the implied reduction in value of the Company’s 
capital assets (such as rolling stock, tanks, pipelines, plant and equipment and disposal wells) caused by use, aging and wear and 
tear. Repair and maintenance expenditures that do not extend the useful life, improve the efficiency or expand the operating capacity 
of the asset are charged to operating expense as incurred. 

The Company’s segment analysis involves an element of judgment relating to the allocations between segments. Inter-segment 
sales, cost of sales and operating expenses are eliminated on consolidation. Transactions between segments and within segments 
are  valued  at  prevailing  market  rates.  The  Company  believes  that  the  estimates  with  respect  to  these  allocations  and  rates  are 
reasonable. 

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TSX: GEI 

Terminals and Pipelines 

2015 Year End Report 

The following tables set forth the operating results from the Company’s Terminals and Pipelines segment: 

Volumes (barrels in thousands) 
Terminals 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Hardisty Terminal ..................................................................................................................... 
Edmonton Terminal ................................................................................................................... 
Injection stations ....................................................................................................................... 
Total terminals .............................................................................................................................. 

208,292 
14,510 
40,511 
263,313 

184,519 
16,822 
47,154 
248,495 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Revenues .......................................................................................................................................    $  184,179 
Operating expenses and other ....................................................................................................... 
41,383 
Segment profit...............................................................................................................................    $  142,796 

    $  157,969 
41,445 
    $  116,524 

Volumes, revenues and cost of sales. Hardisty Terminal volumes increased by 13% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared 
to  the  year  ended  December  31,  2014,  as  a  result  of  increased  throughput  volumes  from  customers  with  dedicated  tank  usage 
partially offset by lower volumes to the crude oil unit train loading facility located close to the Hardisty Terminal. Revenue at the 
Hardisty Terminal increased by $29.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 
2014. The increase was largely driven by the increase in revenue from customers with dedicated tank usage that are subject to  fixed 
fee arrangements and additional revenue from the commissioning of the connectivity enhancement projects related to the twinning 
of  the  Cold  Lake  and  Athabasca  pipeline  connections  to  the  Hardisty  Terminal.  Also,  the  increase  in  revenue  was  due  to  the 
additional revenue from the Company’s share of a full year of operations at the crude oil unit train rail loading facility compared to 
a half year of operations in 2014, with these customers being subject to minimum volume charges. The increase in revenue and 
volumes from customers with dedicated tank usage that are subject to fixed monthly rental fees, primarily relate to the impact of 
the four new tanks at the east side of the Hardisty Terminal that were commissioned in the fourth quarter of 2014 and the first 
quarter of 2015.  

Edmonton Terminal volumes decreased by 14% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 
2014 mainly due to a decrease in diesel receipt volumes through the terminal from a customer that is subject to minimum volume 
charges, and the impact of tanks temporarily being taken out of service to facilitate the current expansion of the facility that is 
expected to be completed in late 2016. Revenue decreased by $1.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the 
year ended December 31, 2014 primarily due to the impact of the tanks being temporarily being taken out of service as revenue on 
other volumes remained relatively stable as they are subject to minimum volume charges.  

Injection station volumes decreased by 14% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 
due to a decrease in activity with a major customer.  As a result, revenue decreased by $0.4 million in the year ended December 31, 
2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014.   

Operating expenses and other. Overall operating expenses and other was consistent in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared 
to the year ended December 31, 2014.  

Segment profit. Segment profit in the year ended December 31, 2015 increased by $26.3 million, or 23%, compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014. The increase was primarily due to the impact of the crude oil unit train rail loading facility and the 
additional  revenues  from  the  commissioning  of  four  new  dedicated  tanks  in  late  2014  and  early  2015  and  also  new  pipeline 
connections completed during the year. 

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Environmental Services 

2015 Year End Report 

The following tables set forth operating results from the Company’s Environmental Services segment: 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Revenues 

Environmental services and fluid handling ...............................................................................    $  261,820 
39,087 
Production services ................................................................................................................... 
33,542 
Other services ........................................................................................................................... 
334,449 
Total revenues ............................................................................................................................... 
Cost of sales .................................................................................................................................. 
214,286 
Operating expenses and other ....................................................................................................... 
62,906 
Segment profit...............................................................................................................................    $ 
57,257 

    $  312,806 
66,344 
52,003 
431,153 
256,990 
73,890 
    $  100,273 

Revenues and cost of sales. Environmental services and fluid handling revenues decreased by 16% in the year ended December 31, 
2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. The decrease was primarily driven by the reduction in oilfield drilling and 
completion activity in the United States and Canada resulting in a reduction in the fluid handling services business in the United 
States  and  a  decrease  in  volumes  processed  at  the  Canadian  environmental  processing  facilities,  partially  offset  by  additional 
revenues from the acquisition of T&R Transport.  

Production services revenue decreased by 41% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 
2014. The decrease was primarily due to the impact of lower overall activity in the Bakken and Eagleford regions of the United 
States.  

Other services revenue decreased by 35% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. 
The decrease was primarily due to a reduction in exploration support services revenue that was due to a reduction in overall seismic 
activity compared to the prior year.  

The overall decrease in revenue was partially offset by the favorable impact of the change in foreign exchange rates on translating 
revenue denominated in U.S. dollars from the Company’s United States operations. 

Cost of sales decreased by 17% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. The 
decrease was primarily due to the decline in total revenue of 22% in the year, with margins showing a slight decline due to the 
impact of lower rates. The decrease in cost of sales was partially offset by the unfavorable impact of translating costs denominated 
in U.S. dollars.  

Operating expenses and other. Operating costs decreased by $10.9 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to 
the  year ended December 31, 2014, mainly due to a decrease in payroll related and administrative costs, and a lower bad debt 
provision of $1.2 million compared to the prior year. These declines were partially offset by additional operating expenses from the 
T&R Transport acquisition and the unfavorable impact of translating operating costs denominated in U.S. dollars. 

Segment profit. Segment profit decreased by $43.0 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended 
December 31, 2014, largely due to the impact of the decline in revenue, offset in part by a decrease in overall operating expenses.  

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Truck Transportation 

2015 Year End Report 

The following tables set forth the operating results from the Company’s Truck Transportation segment: 

Volumes (barrels in thousands) 

2015 

Barrels hauled ................................................................................................................................  

111,525 

2014 

131,998 

Year ended December 31, 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Revenues ........................................................................................................................................     $  445,969 
Cost of sales ...................................................................................................................................  
293,839 
152,130 
100,096 
52,034 

Operating expenses and other ........................................................................................................  
Segment profit................................................................................................................................     $ 

    $  557,735 
376,685 
181,050 
97,872 
83,178 

    $ 

Volumes, revenues and cost of sales. For the year ended December 31, 2015, barrels hauled decreased by 16% compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014. The decrease was mainly due to the impact of lower crude oil prices resulting in lower production and 
drilling activity in the Company’s service areas. However, this was partially offset by strong demand for sulphur hauling during the 
year. Revenue decreased by 20% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due 
mainly to the impact of the lower overall volume, but also the impact of lower hauling rates in certain of the Company areas. 

Cost of sales is primarily comprised of payments to owner-operators and lease operators. Cost of sales decreased by 22% in the 
year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to the overall decrease in volumes and overall 
activity levels. 

Operating expenses and other. Overall operating expenses increased by $2.2 million, or 2%, in the year ended December 31, 2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, mainly due to the additional costs from the acquisition of Littlehawk, increased 
owner-operator operational costs in the U.S. operations and the unfavorable impact of translating operating costs denominated in 
U.S. dollars, partially offset by lower payroll related costs. 

Segment profit. Segment profit decreased by $31.1 million, or 37%, in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014, primarily due to lower hauling activity and an increase in operating costs. 

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2015 Year End Report 

Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution  

The following tables set forth operating results from the Company’s Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment: 

Volumes  
Sales volumes—Industrial (litres in thousands) 

Oil and gas ..................................................................................................................................  
Commercial ................................................................................................................................  
Automotive .................................................................................................................................  
Residential ..................................................................................................................................  
Other ...........................................................................................................................................  

Year ended December 31, 

2015 

2014 

248,970 
157,926 
21,166 
41,184 
40,002 
509,248 

250,173 
126,448 
20,786 
39,292 
34,899 
471,598 

Sales volumes—wholesale (barrels in thousands) 

Propane .......................................................................................................................................  

3,807 

3,129 

Other NGLs 

Butane .....................................................................................................................................  
Condensate ..............................................................................................................................  
U.S. division ............................................................................................................................  

Revenues 

Industrial 

4,650 
3,168 
5,131 
12,949 

2,986 
3,864 
3,220 
10,070 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Propane...................................................................................................................................  
Other ......................................................................................................................................  
Total industrial ...........................................................................................................................  
Wholesale 

Propane...................................................................................................................................  
Other NGLs ............................................................................................................................  
Total wholesale ..........................................................................................................................  
Total revenues ...............................................................................................................................  
Cost of sales ..................................................................................................................................  
Operating expenses and other ........................................................................................................  
Segment profit ...............................................................................................................................  

  $  157,099 
29,820 
186,919 

    $  248,776 
29,721 
278,497 

117,182 
620,010 
737,192 
924,111 
745,093 
84,826 
94,192 

228,771 
845,473 
1,074,244 
1,352,741 
1,206,361 
76,109 
70,271 

    $ 

  $ 

Volumes, revenues and cost of sales. Industrial volumes increased by 8% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the 
year ended December 31, 2014 as a result of higher commercial, automotive, residential, and other volumes which were created by 
an increase in volumes from the Cal-Gas Inc. (‘Cal-Gas’) and Stittco Energy Limited (‘Stittco’) acquisitions completed during the 
prior year. However, despite the increase, overall volumes were negatively impacted by warmer weather in Western Canada, earlier 
spring break up in the year and lower overall oilpatch activity.   

Despite the increase in volumes, industrial propane revenues decreased by 37% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared 
to the year ended December 31, 2014, as a result of the significant decline in overall rack price of propane. Other revenue relates to 
equipment sales, service labour and rental and delivery charges. Other revenue was consistent in the year ended December 31, 2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. 

Wholesale propane volumes increased by 22% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 
2014. The increase in volumes was largely driven by higher propane demand by certain customers and also the positive contribution 
due to the Company’s expansion of its rail car fleet. Wholesale propane revenues decreased by 49% in the year ended December 
31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to lower propane prices during the year.   

Other NGLs volumes increased by 29% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, 
primarily as a result of higher demand from internal and external customers and also the positive impact of having access to a larger 

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rail car fleet. Despite the increase in volumes, other NGLs revenues decreased by 27% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to lower commodity prices. 

Cost of sales decreased 38% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 primarily driven 
by the impact of lower price levels.  

Operating expenses and other. Overall operating expenses increased by $8.7 million, or 11%, in the year ended December 31, 2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, primarily due to the full year impact of the operating costs from the Cal-Gas and 
Stittco acquisitions in the current year compared to a partial period in the prior year.  

Segment profit. The Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment profit increased in the year ended December 31, 2015 
by $23.9 million, or 34%, compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 largely as a result of higher wholesale propane and NGL 
margins and the full year impact of the Cal-Gas and Stittco acquisitions that occurred during the prior year.  

Processing and Wellsite Fluids 

The following tables set forth operating results from the Company’s Processing and Wellsite Fluids segment: 

Volumes (barrels in thousands) 
Roofing flux .................................................................................................................................. 
Road asphalt .................................................................................................................................. 
Frac oils (Gibson Clear and light straight run distillate) ............................................................... 
Distillate (D822) ........................................................................................................................... 
Tops .............................................................................................................................................. 
Other ............................................................................................................................................. 
Total sales volumes ....................................................................................................................... 

2015 
1,702 
540 
282 
591 
1,871 
253 
5,239 

2014 
1,830 
470 
539 
754 
2,117 
222 
5,932 

Year ended December 31, 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Revenues 

Road asphalt and roofing flux ...................................................................................................  
Frac oils (Gibson Clear and light straight run distillate) ...........................................................  
Distillate (D822) ........................................................................................................................  
Tops ...........................................................................................................................................  
Other ..........................................................................................................................................  
Total revenues ...............................................................................................................................  
Cost of sales ..................................................................................................................................  
Operating expenses and other ........................................................................................................  
Segment profit ...............................................................................................................................  

  $ 

  $ 

185,830 
26,892 
57,285 
100,697 
25,083 
395,787 
342,571 
16,009 
37,207 

    $ 

    $ 

247,423 
77,897 
110,914 
192,512 
39,047 
667,793 
594,331 
21,787 
51,675 

Volumes,  revenue  and  cost  of  sales.  Sales  volumes  for  road  asphalt  increased  by  15%  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, due to a strong paving season as a result of favorable activity levels and good 
weather in Western Canada and increased demand in the Northern United States. Sales volumes for roofing flux decreased by 7% 
in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to a decrease in customer demand and 
also an increase in road asphalt volumes. Road asphalt and roofing flux revenue decreased by 25% in the year ended December 31, 
2015 compared to year ended December 31, 2014 mainly due to the impact of lower crude oil prices. 

Frac oils volumes decreased 48% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 largely due 
to an overall decrease in customer demand from lower drilling activity in the Company’s markets. As a result of lower volumes and 
selling prices, frac oils revenue decreased by 65% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 
2014.  

Sales volumes for distillate decreased 22% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 
due to lower customer demand as a result of lower drilling activity in the Company’s markets. As a result of lower volumes and 
selling prices, distillate revenue decreased by 48% in the quarter ended December 31, 2015, compared to the year ended December 
31, 2014. 

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Tops volumes decreased 12% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to lower 
opening inventories at the start of the year and the impact of more production of Combined Vacuum Gas Oil (“CVGO”). Tops 
revenues decreased by 48% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to lower 
volumes and the decline in crude oil prices.  

Other volumes include the sale of CVGO, oil based mud product (“OBM”) and solvents. Other volumes increased by 14% in the 
year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, largely driven by new sales of the Company’s 
CVGO. Other revenue decreased by 36% in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 
due to the decrease in selling prices.  

The overall cost per barrel for the suite of products sold by the Processing and Wellsite Fluids segment decreased by 35% due to 
the decrease in crude oil costs. 

Overall margins decreased by $20.2 million, or 28%, in the year ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the year ended December 
31, 2014. The decrease was largely due to decreased margins for frac oils, distillate, tops, and OBM offset in part by higher overall 
margins for road asphalt and roofing flux. 

Operating expenses and other. Operating expenses and other decreased by $5.8 million, or 27%, in the year ended December 31, 
2015 as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. Operating expenses and other decreased mainly due to an incremental 
foreign exchange gain of $4.2 million on realizing U.S. dollar denominated revenue in the year compared to the prior year and also 
the impact of lower salaries and benefit costs. 

Segment profit. The Processing and Wellsite Fluids segment profit decreased in the year ended December 31, 2015 by $14.5 million, 
or 28%, as compared to the year ended December 31, 2014, primarily due to decreased overall margins for frac oils, distillate, tops, 
offset in part by higher overall margins for asphalt and roofing flux and lower operating costs. 

Marketing 

The following tables set forth the operating results from the Company’s Marketing segment: 

Volumes (barrels in thousands) 
Sales Volumes 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Crude and diluent ...................................................................................................................... 

112,824 

120,676 

Year ended December 31, 

2014 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Revenues .....................................................................................................................................     $  4,330,978 
4,289,086 
Cost of sales .................................................................................................................................  
Operating expenses and other ......................................................................................................  
6,621 
Segment profit  ............................................................................................................................  
35,271 

  $ 

    $  7,005,045 
6,931,758 
8,107 
65,180 

    $ 

The following tables set forth the monthly average NYMEX benchmark price of West Texas Intermediate crude oil (U.S.$): 

Calendar Period 
2014 
January .................................................................................................................................................................  
February ...............................................................................................................................................................  
March ...................................................................................................................................................................  
April .....................................................................................................................................................................  
May ......................................................................................................................................................................  
June ......................................................................................................................................................................  
July .......................................................................................................................................................................  
August ..................................................................................................................................................................  
September ............................................................................................................................................................  
October ................................................................................................................................................................  
November ............................................................................................................................................................  
December .............................................................................................................................................................  

$ 

94.86 
100.68 
100.51 
102.03 
101.79 
105.15 
102.39 
96.08 
93.03 
84.34 
75.81 
59.29 

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2015 
January .................................................................................................................................................................  
February ...............................................................................................................................................................  
March ...................................................................................................................................................................  
April .....................................................................................................................................................................  
May ......................................................................................................................................................................  
June ......................................................................................................................................................................  
July .......................................................................................................................................................................  
August ..................................................................................................................................................................  
September ............................................................................................................................................................  
October ................................................................................................................................................................  
November ............................................................................................................................................................  
December .............................................................................................................................................................  

Average for the year ended December 31, 2015 ..................................................................................................  
Average for the year ended December 31, 2014 ..................................................................................................  

$ 

47.33 
50.72 
47.85 
54.63 
59.37 
59.83 
50.93 
42.89 
45.47 
46.29 
42.92 
37.33 

48.80 
92.99 

Volumes, revenues and cost of sales. Sales volumes for crude and diluent decreased by 7% in the year ended December 31, 2015 
due to a decrease in buy/sell transactions in the current year. Revenue decreased by 38% in the year ended December 31, 2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 due to lower crude oil prices and lower volumes, offset in part by the revenue 
impact of buy/sell transactions that are recorded on a net basis and tighter crude oil price differentials. 

Cost of sales decreased by 38% in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 mainly due 
to the reduction in crude oil prices. 

Operating  expenses  and  other.  Operating  expenses  decreased  by  $1.5  million,  or  18%,  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 primarily due to lower payroll related costs.  

Segment  profit.  The  Marketing  segment  profit  decreased  by  $29.9 million,  or  46%,  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015  as 
compared to the year ended December 31, 2014. In addition to the impact of a strong first quarter in 2014, the year ended December 
31, 2015 was negatively impacted by the decrease in crude oil prices, the impact of tightening crude oil price differentials during 
the year, supply disruptions as a result of wildfires in Northern Alberta in the second quarter of 2015 and the decline in the demand 
for crude by rail, partially offset by a decrease in operating costs. 

General and administrative and other, excluding depreciation and amortization 

General  and  administrative  expense  (“G&A”)  is  comprised  of  costs  incurred  for  executive  services,  commercial  development, 
accounting, finance, treasury, legal, human resources, investor relations and communications that are incurred at a corporate level 
and are not related to a specific segment. G&A expense was $39.6 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, compared to 
$37.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2014. The increase in the year ended December 31, 2015 was largely driven by the 
incurrence of severance costs of $2.9 million in the year and a loss on equity financial instruments of $5.4 million.  These equity 
financial instruments were entered into in the first quarter of 2015 to help manage the exposures relating to the Company’s stock 
based compensation programs. These were partially offset by an increase in other income and also lower general G&A costs of $1.3 
million, with the decline partly due to lower salary and benefit costs and despite the inclusion of commercial development costs in 
G&A for the first time in 2015 and also higher rent costs due to expansion of head office space.  

Depreciation 

Depreciation expense  was $195.4 million in  the  year ended December 31, 2015 compared to $154.9 million in the  year ended 
December 31, 2014. The increase was largely due to the additional depreciation related to the increase in the Company’s assets 
resulting from the completion of capital projects and the completion of the Cal-Gas and Stittco acquisitions in 2014 as well as the 
Littlehawk and T&R Transport acquisitions that were completed in 2015. In addition, included in depreciation expense in the year 
ended December 31, 2015 are impairment charges related to the Company’s property, plant and equipment of $13.5 million. These 
impairment charges largely related to assets within the Company’s Environmental Services segment. 

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Amortization  expense  was  $87.6  million  in  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015  compared  to  $55.0  million  in  the  year  ended 
December 31, 2014. The increase was largely due to the additional amortization related to the completion of the Cal-Gas and Stittco 
acquisitions in 2014 as well as the Littlehawk and T&R Transport acquisitions that were completed in 2015. In addition, included 
in amortization expense in the year ended December 31, 2015 is additional amortization of $30.5 million relating to a revision in 
the useful lives of certain intangible assets within the Company’s Environmental Services segment. 

Impairment of goodwill 

In the year ended December 31, 2015, a goodwill impairment loss within the Environmental Services segment of $176.0 million 
was recorded. During the fourth quarter of 2015, the Company completed its annual impairment review and compared the calculated 
recoverable value of each segment to the carrying value to determine if there was any goodwill impairment. As a result of this 
process, it was determined that the recoverable value of the Environmental Services segment was less than the carrying value and 
therefore an impairment loss was recorded.  No impairment of goodwill existed in any other segment.  

There was no impairment of goodwill recorded in the year ended December 31, 2014.  

Stock based compensation 

Stock based compensation expense was $20.4 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, respectively, compared to $13.9 million 
in the year ended December 31, 2014, respectively. The increase was primarily due to the additional non-cash expense from the 
granting of stock awards in the year ended December 31, 2015, due in part to the cumulative impact of the conversion of the long-
term incentive plan from a cash plan to an equity based plan over the last two years.   

Foreign exchange loss not affecting segment profit 

In the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded a foreign exchange loss of $108.2 million and $31.5 million, 
respectively.  

The gains and losses recorded are primarily driven by the movement in exchange rates on the translation of the Company’s U.S. 
dollar denominated long-term debt and related financial instruments. In the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, a loss of 
$123.1 million and $52.0 million, respectively, was recorded due to the unfavorable movement in exchange rates on the translation 
of Company’s U.S. dollar denominated long-term debt. In the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, the loss was partially offset 
by a gain of $10.0 million and $16.6 million, respectively, related to the change in mark-to-market value of U.S. dollar denominated 
forward contracts and options used to mitigate the currency risk associated with the Company’s U.S. dollar denominated long-term 
debt.  

In the first quarter of 2015, the Company settled its forward contracts and options used to mitigate the currency risk associated with 
the Company’s U.S. dollar denominated long-term debt and as a result, received net cash of $36.6 million on the settlement of U.S. 
dollar forward contracts for a notional amount of U.S.$250.0 million and U.S dollar options for a notional amount of U.S.$250.0 
million.  

Net interest expense 

Net interest expense was $79.0 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, compared to $66.7 million in the year ended December 
31, 2014.  The increase was primarily due to an increase in interest charges as a result of the increase in outstanding debt balance 
following the issuance of incremental debt of $300.0 million and U.S.$50.0 million in June 2014. The increase was also related to 
the unfavorable foreign exchange impact which increased the U.S. denominated interest when expressed in Canadian dollars.  

Income tax provision (recovery) 

Income tax recovery was $6.7 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to an income tax provision of $35.6 million 
in the year ended December 31, 2014. The effective tax rate was 2.3% during the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to 
27.9% in the year ended December 31, 2014. The main reasons for the income tax recovery and the change in the effective rate was 
the loss before income tax in the current year period of $287.3 million compared to income before tax of $127.5 million in the prior 
year and also the increase in the impact of non-deductible amounts relating to the impairment of goodwill as well as net capital 
losses relating to foreign exchange movements on the Company’s U.S. dollar denominated long-term debt. In addition, as a result 
of the increase in the Alberta corporate tax rate, the income tax amount in the year ended December 31, 2015 includes a $6.8 million 
charge relating to the impact of the higher tax rate on the valuation of the Company’s net deferred tax liabilities. In order to lessen 
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portion of an existing partnership deferral that would have been taxed in 2015 and 2016, resulting in an additional $11.0 million in 
income tax being paid during the year ended December 31, 2015. In addition, income tax expense in the year ended December 31, 
2015 includes approximately $4.6 million of additional current tax expense relating to the net realized gain on the settlement of the 
U.S. dollar forward contracts and U.S dollar options in the first quarter of 2015.  

Fourth Quarter Results 

Three months ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

$ 

    $ 

49,353 
81,710 
97,496 
237,473 
83,340 
938,186 
1,487,558 
(211,335)   
1,276,223 

44,087 
115,185 
144,097 
383,265 
162,253 
1,502,860 
2,351,747 
(375,282) 
1,976,465 

40,378 
11,400 
10,912 
30,504 
7,044 
11,860 
112,098 
10,790 
57,437 
44,168 
175,959 
5,662 
23,186 
19,406 
(224,510)   
(12,290)   
$  (212,220)      $ 

34,020 
28,097 
22,743 
15,524 
14,807 
14,332 
129,523 
10,984 
44,632 
13,706 
- 
3,827 
15,269 
19,273 
21,832 
8,426 
13,406 

Segment revenue 
Terminals and Pipelines ...............................................................................................................  
Environmental Services ...............................................................................................................  
Truck Transportation ...................................................................................................................  
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution ............................................................................  
Processing and Wellsite Fluids ....................................................................................................  
Marketing .....................................................................................................................................  
Total segment revenue .................................................................................................................  
Revenue – inter-segmental ...........................................................................................................  
Total revenue – external  ..............................................................................................................  
Segment profit 
Terminals and Pipelines ...............................................................................................................  
Environmental Services ...............................................................................................................  
Truck Transportation ...................................................................................................................  
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution ............................................................................  
Processing and Wellsite Fluids ....................................................................................................  
Marketing .....................................................................................................................................  
Total segment profit .....................................................................................................................  
General and administrative ..........................................................................................................  
Depreciation .................................................................................................................................  
Amortization ................................................................................................................................  
Impairment of goodwill ...............................................................................................................  
Stock based compensation ...........................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange loss ..................................................................................................................  
Net interest expense .....................................................................................................................  
Income (loss) before income tax ..................................................................................................  
Income tax provision (recovery) ..................................................................................................  
Net income (loss)  ........................................................................................................................  

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Segment revenue decreased by $700.2 million in the three months ended December 31, 2015 compared to the three months ended 
December 31, 2014. Changes in segment revenue were as follows: 

•
  Terminals and Pipelines revenue increased in the three months ended December 31, 2015 by $5.3 million compared to the three 
months ended December 31, 2014. The increase was largely driven by increased  revenue at the Hardisty Terminal due to an 
increase  in  revenue  from  customers  with  dedicated  tank  usage  that  are  subject  to  minimum  fixed  fee  arrangements  and 
additional revenue from the commissioning of the connectivity enhancement projects related to the twinning of the Cold Lake 
and Athabasca pipeline connections to the Hardisty Terminal; 

•
  Environmental Services revenue decreased by $33.5 million in the three months ended December 31, 2015 as compared to the 
year ended December 31, 2014 mainly due to the reduction in oilfield drilling and completion activity in the United States and 
Canada that resulted in lower volumes at the Company’s Canadian environmental services facilities and a decrease in the U.S. 
fluid disposal and production services business, partially offset by the favorable foreign exchange impact of translating revenue 
denominated in U.S. dollars from the Company’s United States operations; 

•
  Truck Transportation revenue decreased by $16.6 million mainly as a result of the impact of lower crude oil prices resulting in 
lower production and drilling activity in the Company’s service areas. As a result of this reduction in volumes and also in rates, 
revenue decreased, which was partially offset by the favorable foreign exchange impact of translating revenue denominated in 
U.S. dollars from the Company’s United States operations;  

•  Propane  and  NGL  Marketing  and  Distribution  revenue  decreased  by  $145.8  million  due  to  the  impact  of  lower  prices  for 
propane  and  other  NGL  products,  and  also  lower  overall  industrial  propane  volumes.  Lower  volumes  for  propane  were 
generally related to warmer weather patterns over the quarter in 2015 which reduced overall demand;  

•  Processing and Wellsite Fluids revenue decreased by $78.9 million due to a decrease in demand for products which was largely 
driven by lower customer demand as a result of lower drilling activity in the Company’s markets. The decline was also driven 
by the impact of lower crude oil prices; and  

•  Marketing revenue decreased by $564.7 million which was driven by the impact of lower crude oil prices and volumes. 
Segment profit decreased by $17.4 million, or 13%, in the three months ended December 31, 2015 compared to the three months 
ended December 31, 2014. The changes in segment profit were as follows: 
•  Terminals and Pipelines segment profit increased by $6.4 million, largely due to increased revenues at the Hardisty terminal 
from the commissioning of four new dedicated tanks in late 2014 and early 2015 and pipeline connections during the year and 
also lower operating costs; 

•  Environmental Services segment profit decreased $16.7 million largely as a result of the decline in revenues partially offset by 

lower operating expenses; 

•  Truck  Transportation  segment  profit  decreased  by  $11.8  million  due  to  the  decline  in  revenues  partially  offset  by  lower 

operating expenses; 

•
  Propane  and  NGL  Marketing  and  Distribution  segment  profit  increased  by  $15.0 million  due  mainly  to  increased  margins 
within the Wholesale and NGL Marketing and Distribution business as a result of higher overall volumes that was driven in 
part  by  access  to  a  larger  rail  car  fleet  in  2015. The  increase  was  also  driven  by  a  reduction  in  operating  expenses  and  in 
particular lower payroll related costs. These positive impacts to segment profit were partially offset by the impact of lower 
industrial propane volumes; 

•
  Processing and Wellsite Fluids segment profit decreased by $7.8 million, primarily as a result of lower margins on frac oils, 

distillate and OBM products in the quarter, partially offset by higher tops and asphalt margins; and 

•
  Marketing segment profit decreased by $2.5 million mainly due to the impact of both lower volumes and crude oil prices on 

margins.  

Net loss was $212.2 million in the three months ended December 31, 2015 compared to net income of $13.4 million in the three 
months ended December 31, 2014. Net income declined to a net loss due mainly to lower segment profit and the impact of higher 
depreciation and amortization, impairment and stock based compensation costs and also an increase in foreign exchange losses, 
partially offset by the recovery of income taxes.  

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SUMMARY OF QUARTERLY RESULTS 

The following table sets forth a summary of the Company’s quarterly results for each of the last eight quarters:  

Three months ended 
(in thousands) 
Revenues ........................  
Net income (loss)............  
EBITDA(1) ......................  
Adjusted EBITDA(2)  ......  
Earnings (loss) per share 
Basic ...........................  
Diluted ........................  

December 31  September 30 

June 30  March 31 

December 31  September 30 

June 30  March 31 

2015 

2014 

$1,276,223 
(212,220) 
(103,464) 
100,961 

$1,348,990  $1,574,427  $1,392,342 
(20,500) 
64,652 
114,573 

(41,195) 
39,224 
95,107 

(6,741) 
74,816 
75,643 

$1,976,465 
13,406 
100,001 
119,302 

$2,360,007  $2,126,365  $2,110,692 
46,155 
125,981 
136,945 

8,542 
89,272 
114,134 

23,838 
89,798 
82,684 

(1.69) 
(1.69) 

(0.33) 
(0.33) 

(0.05) 
(0.05) 

(0.16)   
(0.16)   

0.10 
0.10 

0.07 
0.07 

0.19 
0.19 

0.38 
0.37 

(1)  EBITDA is not a measure recognized under IFRS and does not have standardized meanings prescribed by IFRS. EBITDA 

consists of net income (loss) before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation, and amortization.  

(2)  Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation, amortization, other non-
cash expenses and charges deducted in determining consolidated net income (loss), including movement in the unrealized gains 
and losses on the Company’s financial instruments, stock based compensation expense, impairment of goodwill and intangible 
assets,  and  asset  writedowns.  It  also  removes  the  impact  of  foreign  exchange  movements  in  the  Company’s  U.S.  dollar 
denominated long-term debt, debt extinguishment expenses and adjustments that are considered non-recurring in nature. 

The Company presents EBITDA because it considers it to be an important supplemental measure of the Company’s performance 
and  believes  this  measure  is  frequently  used  by  securities  analysts,  investors  and  other  interested  parties  in  the  evaluation  of 
companies in industries with similar capital structures. EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and readers should not consider 
this item in isolation, or as a substitute for an analysis of the Company’s results as reported under IFRS. Some of these limitations 
are: 

-  EBITDA: 

- 
- 

- 
- 

excludes certain income tax payments that may represent a reduction in cash available to the Company; 

does  not  reflect  the  Company’s  cash  expenditures,  or  future  requirements,  for  capital  expenditures  or  contractual 
commitments; 

does not reflect changes in, or cash requirements for, the Company’s working capital needs; and 

does not reflect the significant interest expense, or the cash requirements necessary to service interest payments on the 
Company’s debt, including the Senior Unsecured Notes and the Revolving Credit Facility; 

-  Although depreciation and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated and amortized will often have to be 

replaced in the future and EBITDA does not reflect any cash requirements for such replacements; and 

-  Other  companies  in  the  industry  may  calculate  EBITDA  differently  than  the  Company  does,  limiting  its  usefulness  as  a 

comparative measure.   

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Because of these limitations, EBITDA should not be considered as a measure of discretionary cash available to the Company to 
invest  in  the  growth  of  the  Company’s  business.  The  Company  compensates  for  these  limitations  by  relying  primarily  on  the 
Company’s IFRS results and using EBITDA only supplementally. The following table reconciles consolidated net income (loss) to 
EBITDA: 

Three months ended 
(in thousands) 
Net income (loss) .........  
Depreciation and 
amortization .................  
Interest expense(1) .........  
Income tax expense 
(recovery) .....................  
EBITDA .......................  

2015 
December 31  September 30 

June 30  March 31 

December 31  September 30 

June 30  March 31 

2014 

  $(212,220) 

  $  (41,195) 

  $  (6,741)    $  (20,500) 

  $  13,406 

  $ 

8,542 

  $  23,838 

  $  46,155 

101,605 
19,441 

61,010 
19,471 

62,007 
20,206 

58,370 
20,462 

58,338 
19,831 

53,510 
18,774 

49,264 
15,331 

48,813 
13,662 

(12,290) 
  $(103,464) 

(62) 
  $  39,224 

(656) 
  $  74,816 

6,320 
  $  64,652 

8,426 
  $ 100,001 

8,446 
  $  89,272 

1,365 
  $  89,798 

17,351 
  $  125,981 

(1)  Interest expense includes the impact of the change in net unrealized gains or losses attributable to movement in the mark-to-

market valuation of financial instruments relating to interest expense. 

Adjusted EBITDA and Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA are presented in the table below because the Company believes it facilitates 
investors’ use of operating performance comparisons  from  period to period and company  to company by backing out potential 
differences caused by variations in capital structures (affecting relative interest expense and foreign exchange differences on the 
Company’s long-term debt), the book amortization of intangibles (affecting relative amortization expense) and the age and book 
value of property, plant and equipment (affecting relative depreciation expense). The Company also presents Adjusted EBITDA 
and Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA because it believes it is frequently used by securities analysts, investors and other interested 
parties as a measure of financial performance. Adjusted EBITDA and Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA as presented herein are not 
recognized measures under IFRS and should not be considered as an alternative to operating income or net income as measures of 
operating results or an alternative to cash flows as measures of liquidity. Adjusted EBITDA differs from the term EBITDA as it is 
commonly used. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as consolidated net income (loss) before interest expense, income taxes, depreciation, 
amortization, other non-cash expenses and charges deducted in determining consolidated net income (loss), including movement in 
the unrealized gains and losses on the Company’s financial instruments, stock based compensation expense, impairment of goodwill 
and intangible assets, and asset writedowns. It also removes the impact of foreign exchange movements in the Company’s U.S. 
dollar denominated long-term debt, debt extinguishment expenses and other adjustments that are considered non-recurring in nature. 
Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA differs from the term Adjusted EBITDA in that it also includes the pro forma effect of acquisitions 
that took place in each fiscal year as if the acquisitions took place at the beginning of the fiscal year in which such acquisition 
occurred. Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA is also used in calculating the Company’s covenant compliance under the Company’s debt 
agreements.  

The Company’s calculation of Adjusted EBITDA and Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA may not be comparable to such calculations 
used by other companies. In calculating Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA, the Company makes certain adjustments that are based on 
assumptions and estimates that may prove to have been inaccurate. In addition, in evaluating Adjusted EBITDA and Pro Forma 
Adjusted EBITDA, readers should be aware that in the future the Company may incur expenses similar to those eliminated in the 
presentation herein. 

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The following tables reconcile EBITDA to Adjusted EBITDA for each of the last eight quarters and Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA 
for the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014: 

Three months ended 

December 31, 
2015 

September 30, 
2015 

June 30, 
2015 

March 31, 
2015 

EBITDA ......................................................................................     $  (103,464)    $  39,224 
Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) on long-term debt(1) .....  
50,600 
Net unrealized loss (gain) from financial instruments(2) ..............  
82 
Stock based compensation(3) .......................................................  
5,135 
Impairment of goodwill (4) ..........................................................  
- 
Acquisition related costs (5) .........................................................  
66 
Adjusted EBITDA ......................................................................     $  100,961    $  95,107 
Pro forma impact of acquisitions (6) ............................................  
Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA .....................................................  

24,530 
(1,726) 
5,662 
175,959 
- 

(in thousands) 

  $  74,816 
(11,495) 
7,206 
5,116 
- 
- 
  $  75,643 

  $  64,652 
59,510 
(14,066)   
4,466 
- 
11 
  $  114,573 

EBITDA ...................................................................................... 
Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) on long-term debt (1) .... 
Net unrealized loss (gain) from financial instruments (2) ............. 
Stock based compensation (3) ...................................................... 
Acquisition related costs (5) ......................................................... 
Adjusted EBITDA ...................................................................... 
Pro forma impact of acquisitions (6) ............................................ 
Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA ..................................................... 

Three months ended 

December 31, 
2014 

September 30, 
2014 

June 30, 
2014 

March 31, 
2014 

  $  100,001   

21,615 
(6,141) 
3,827 
- 

  $  119,302   

$ 

(in thousands) 
89,272   $  89,798    $  125,981 
20,850 
(19,725) 
29,260 
(13,014)   
9,064 
(8,361)
3,128 
3,380 
3,642 
- 
167 
321 
$  114,134   $  82,684    $  136,945 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

  $ 

75,228 
123,145 
(8,504) 
20,379 
175,959 
77 
  $    386,284 
3,611 
  $  389,895 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2014 

  $ 

  $ 

  $ 

405,052 
52,000 
(18,452) 
13,977 
488 
453,065 
5,129 
458,194 

(1)  Non-cash adjustment representing the unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) on long-term debt, as a result of the movement 

in exchange rates in the periods. 

(2)  Reflects  the  exclusion  of  the  movement  in  the  mark-to-market  valuation  of  financial  instruments  used  in  risk  management 
activities. The Company uses crude oil and NGL priced futures, options and swaps to manage the exposure to commodities 
price movements and foreign currency forward contracts and options to manage foreign exchange risks, although the Company 
does not formally designate these financial instruments as hedges for accounting purposes. Accordingly, the unrealized gains 
or  losses  on  these  financial  instruments  are  recorded  directly  to  the  income  statement.  Management  believes  that  this 
adjustment better correlates the effect of risk management activities to the underlying operating activities to which they relate. 

(3)  Represents the non-cash stock based compensation relating to the Company’s equity incentive plan.  
(4)  Represents the non-cash impairment of goodwill charge recorded in the three months ended December 31, 2015. 

(5)   Represents transaction fees that were expensed in connection with acquisitions made by the Company.  

(6)  Reflects the pro forma impact of acquisitions on the Company’s Adjusted EBITDA as if the acquisitions that took place in the 
twelve months period occurred on January 1 of each twelve month period. The pro forma impact of acquisitions is calculated 
on the same basis as Adjusted EBITDA.  

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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES 

The Company’s primary liquidity and capital resource needs are to fund ongoing capital expenditures, growth opportunities and 
acquisitions and to fund its targeted dividend level. In addition, the Company must service its debt, including interest payments and 
finance working capital needs. The Company relies on its cash flow from operations, debt and equity financings and borrowings 
under the Company’s Revolving Credit Facility for liquidity.  

The  Company’s  operating  cash  flow  has  historically  been  affected  by  the  overall  profitability  of  sales  within  the  Company’s 
segments, the Company’s ability to invoice and collect from customers in a timely manner and the Company’s ability to efficiently 
implement the Company’s growth strategy and manage costs. The Company’s cash, cash equivalents and cash flow from operations 
have historically been sufficient to meet the Company’s working capital, capital expenditure and debt servicing requirements. 

The following table summarizes the Company’s sources and uses of funds for the year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014: 

Year ended December 31, 

2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

Statement of Cash Flows 
Cash flows provided by (used in): 
Operating activities ...................................................................................................................     $  458,067 
Investing activities ....................................................................................................................  
Financing activities ...................................................................................................................  

(372,628)   
(141,862)   

  $  336,228 
(495,015) 
188,199 

Cash provided by operating activities 

The primary drivers of cash flow from operating activities are the collection of amounts related to sales of products such as crude 
oil, propane, NGLs, asphalt and other products and fees for services provided associated with the Company’s Truck Transportation, 
Terminals and Pipelines and Environmental Services segments. Offsetting these collections are payments for purchases of crude oil 
and other products and other expenses. Other expenses primarily consist of owner-operator and lease-operator payments for the 
provision of contract trucking services, field operating expenses and G&A expenses. Historically, the Marketing and the Processing 
and Wellsite Fluids segments have been the most variable with respect to generating cash flows due to the impact of crude oil price 
levels and the volatility that price changes and crude oil grade basis changes have on the cash flows and working capital requirements 
of these segments. 

Cash provided by operations in the year ended December 31, 2015 was $458.1 million compared to $336.2 million in the year ended 
December 31, 2014. The increase was due to a decline in working capital that resulted in a generation of $74.3 million in cash in 
the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to a use of cash to fund working capital of $105.3 million in the year ended December 
31, 2014. This increase was offset in part by the decline in segment profit. 

Cash used in investing activities 

Cash used in investing activities consists primarily of capital expenditures and business acquisitions. 

Cash used in investing activities was $372.6 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, compared to $495.0 million in the year 
ended December 31, 2014. Cash used in investing activities largely relates to capital expenditures and acquisitions. For a summary 
of capital expenditures and acquisitions, see “Acquisitions and Capital expenditures” included in this MD&A. 

Cash provided by (used in) financing activities 

Cash used in financing activities was $141.8 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to cash provided by financing 
activities of $188.2 million in the year ended December 31, 2014. The change was primarily due to the net proceeds from a debt 
issuance  totaling $300.0 million and U.S.$50  million completed in June 2014. The change  was also due to the payment of  net 
interest and cash dividends of $84.1 million and $129.0 million in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to net interest and 
cash dividends of $62.1 million and $108.2 million in the year ended December 31, 2014, partially offset by the net proceeds on 
the settlement of financial instruments of $36.6 million, and the net proceeds from credit facilities of $35.0 million. The increase in 
dividends paid was driven by the $0.02 per share increase effective in the first quarter of 2015 resulting in a $13.1 million increase 
in cash dividend paid and also the impact of the suspension of the DRIP during the year resulting in a $7.7 million increase in cash 
dividend paid.  

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Liquidity sources, requirements and contractual cash requirements and commitments 

The Company believes that cash on hand, together with cash from operations and borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility, 
will  be  adequate  to  meet  its  working  capital  needs,  upgrade  and  replacement  capital  expenditures,  currently  sanctioned  growth 
capital projects, debt service, targeted dividend level and other cash requirements for at least the next twelve months. The Company 
had unrestricted cash of $82.8 million and $432.3 million available under the Revolving Credit Facility as at December 31, 2015.  

The  Company’s  ability  to  make  interest  payments  on  the  Company’s  indebtedness,  to  pay  targeted  dividends  and  to  fund  the 
Company’s other liquidity requirements will depend on the Company’s ability to generate cash in the future. In the three months 
ended December 31, 2015, the Company declared a dividend of $0.32 per share for a total dividend of $40.4 million, of which the 
entire amount was paid in cash on January 15, 2016. The declaration of dividends is considered on a quarterly basis and is at the 
sole discretion of the Board and will be determined on the basis of earnings, financial requirements for operations and a solvency 
calculation.  

Capital expenditures amounted to $392.6 million in the year ended December 31, 2015. As previously announced, the Company 
has approved a 2016 growth capital expenditure budget ranging between $200.0 million and $300.0 million and an additional $50.0 
million  allocated  to  upgrade  and  replacement  capital  expenditures.  While  the  Company  anticipates  that  these  planned  capital 
expenditures will occur, certain projects are subject to general economic, financial, competitive, legislative, regulatory and other 
factors, some of which are beyond the Company’s control. 

In addition to anticipated capital expenditures, the Company may engage in strategic acquisitions and additional capital expenditures 
as opportunities arise that benefit the Company’s existing operations by expanding the Company’s reach in existing markets or by 
providing platforms by which to enter new markets. Any such acquisition or capital expenditure could be material and could have 
a material effect on the Company’s liquidity, cash flows and capital commitments and resources. Any future acquisitions, capital 
expenditures or other similar transactions may require additional capital and there can be no assurance that such capital will be 
available to the Company on acceptable terms, or at all. 

As of December 31, 2015, the Company had total outstanding Senior Unsecured Notes, excluding debt discount and the issuance 
costs, of U.S.$550.0 million bearing fixed interest of 6.75% per annum due July 15, 2021, $250.0 million bearing fixed interest of 
7.00% per annum due July 15, 2020 and $300.0 million bearing fixed interest of 5.375% per annum due July 15, 2022 (collectively 
the “Notes”). Interest is payable semi-annually on January 15 and July 15 of each year the Notes are outstanding.  

The Notes agreements contain certain redemption options whereby the Company can redeem all or part of the Notes subject to 
certain premiums if such prepayment occurs prior to the dates specified in the agreements. In addition, the Note holders have the 
right to require the Company to redeem the Notes or a portion thereof, at the redemption prices set forth in the agreements in the 
event of change in control or in the event certain asset sale proceeds are not re-invested in the time and manner specified in the 
agreements. 

The Revolving Credit Facility of $500.0 million, the proceeds of which are available to provide financing for working capital and 
other general corporate purposes, has an accordion feature whereby the Company can increase the Revolving Credit Facility to 
$750.0 million subject to obtaining incremental lender commitments. The Revolving Credit Facility has an extendible term of five 
years, expiring on August 15, 2020. The Revolving Credit Facility provides sub-facilities for letters of credit, swingline loans and 
borrowings in Canadian dollars and U.S. dollars. Borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to 
Canadian Prime Rate or U.S. Base Rate or U.S. LIBOR or Canadian Bankers Acceptance Rate as the case may be plus an applicable 
margin. The applicable margin for borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility is subject to step up and step down based on the 
Company’s total debt leverage ratio. In addition, the Company must pay a standby fee on the unused portion of the Revolving Credit 
Facility and customary letter of credit fees equal to the applicable margins determined in a manner similar to the interest. In addition, 
the Company has three bilateral demand letter of credit facilities totaling $150.0 million. 

At December 31, 2015, the Company had $35.0 million drawn under the Revolving Credit Facility, had no restricted cash, and had 
issued letters of credit totaling $32.6 million. 

The terms of the Company’s Revolving Credit Facility require the Company to maintain certain covenants including a consolidated 
senior debt leverage ratio of no greater than 4.0 to 1.0 until June 30, 2017 and 3.5 to 1.0 thereafter, a consolidated total debt leverage 
ratio  of  no  greater  than  4.0  to  1.0  and  an  interest  coverage  ratio  of  no  less  than  2.5  to  1.0.  The  consolidated  senior  debt  ratio 
represents the ratio of all senior debt obligations to Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA. The consolidated total debt ratio represents the 
ratio of total debt, letters of credit and capitalized leases to Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA. The consolidated interest coverage ratio 
represents the ratio of Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA to consolidated cash interest expense.  As at December 31, 2015, the Company 
was in compliance with the financial ratios with the senior debt leverage ratio at 3.2 to 1.0, total debt leverage ratio at 3.2 to 1.0, 

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and the interest coverage ratio at 4.6 to 1.0. If the Company fails to comply with the financial covenants, the lenders may declare 
an event of default. An event of default resulting from a breach of a financial covenant may result, at the option of lenders holding 
a majority of the loans, in an acceleration of repayment of the principal and interest outstanding and a termination of the Revolving 
Credit Facility.  

Subsequent to year end, the Company reached an agreement with its bank syndicate to amend its $500M revolving credit facility 
maturing in August 2020. These amendments included an increase to the maximum consolidated senior and total debt leverage ratio 
covenants from 4.0:1.0 to 4.85:1.0 until December 31, 2017, with such threshold decreasing  to 4.25:1.0 for the period beginning 
January 1, 2018 and ending on March 31, 2018, and decreasing thereafter to 4.0:1.0 for total debt and 3.5:1.0 for senior debt. 

The Notes and the Revolving Credit Facility contain non-financial covenants that restrict, subject to certain thresholds, some of the 
Company’s activities, including the Company’s ability to dispose of assets, incur additional debt, pay dividends, create liens, make 
investments and engage in specified transactions with affiliates. The Notes and the Revolving Credit Facility also contain customary 
events of default, including defaults based on events of bankruptcy and insolvency, non-payment of principal, interest or fees when 
due, breach of covenants, change in control and material inaccuracy of representations and warranties, subject to specified grace 
periods. As of December 31, 2015, the Company was in compliance with all of its covenants under the Notes and the Revolving 
Credit Facility. 

Contingencies 

The Company is currently undergoing various tax related audits. While the final outcome of such audits cannot be predicted with 
certainty, the Company believes that the resolution of these audits will not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated 
financial position or results of operations.  

The  Company  is  subject  to  various  regulatory  and  statutory  requirements  relating  to  the  protection  of  the  environment.  These 
requirements,  in  addition  to  the  contractual  agreements  and  management  decisions,  result  in  the  recognition  of  estimated 
decommissioning  obligations  and  environmental  remediation.  Estimates  of  decommissioning  obligations  and  environmental 
remediation costs can change significantly based on such factors as operating experience and changes in legislation and regulations.  

The Company is involved in various legal actions which have occurred in the ordinary course of business. The Company is of the 
opinion that losses, if any, arising from such legal actions would not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial 
position or results of operations.  

Contractual obligations 

The following table presents, at December 31, 2015, the Company’s obligations and commitments to make future payments under 
contracts and contingent commitments: 

Payments due by period 

(in thousands) 
Long-term debt(1) .............................................................    $ 1,311,200   
Interest payments on long-term debt(1) .............................  
662,815   
Operating lease and other commitments(2) .......................  
287,442   
Total contractual obligations ............................................    $2,261,457 

Total 

 $ 

Less than 
1 year 
- 
85,006 
78,790 
 $ 163,796 

1-3 years 

 $ 

-   
170,012   
127,885   
 $  297,897   

3-5 years 
 $  250,000   
170,012   
67,916   
 $  487,928   

More than 
5 years 
 $1,061,200   
   237,785  
12,851 
 $ 1,311,836 

(1)  The exchange rate used to translate the U.S. dollar obligations on the Company’s long-term debt and interest payments is the 

rate as of December 31, 2015 of U.S.$0.7225 to $1.00. 

(2)  Operating lease and other commitments relate to an office lease for the Company’s Calgary head office, rail tank cars, vehicles, 

field buildings, various equipment leases and terminal services arrangements. 

As at December 31, 2015, the Company has identified and approved a capital expenditure budget, excluding acquisitions, of $264.7 
million that the Company expects to undertake over the next 12 to 24 months. In addition, the Company had accrued liabilities for 
obligations with respect to the Company’s defined benefit plans of $5.2 million and provisions associated with site restoration on 
the retirement of assets and environmental costs of $155.3 million but the timing of such payments is uncertain due to the estimates 
used to calculate these amounts and the long-term nature of these balances. The Company also has commitments relating to its risk 
management contracts which are discussed further in “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risks”.  

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OFF-BALANCE SHEET ARRANGEMENTS 

The Company does not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a material current or 
future effect on the Company’s financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditure or 
capital expenses that are material to investors. 

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS 

On  August  11,  2011,  the  Company  formed  a  partnership  (the  “Plato  Partnership”)  to  jointly  construct  and  own  a  pipeline  and 
emulsion treating, water disposal and oilfield waste management facilities in the Plato area of Saskatchewan. The Plato Partnership 
commenced operations in 2012. The Company’s interest in the Plato Partnership is 50%. A member of the Company’s Board is 
also a director of the other party with the 50% interest in the Plato Partnership. At December 31, 2015 and 2014, the Company’s 
proportionate share of property, plant and equipment was $9.4 million and $10.2 million, respectively. The impact of the Company’s 
share of the other financial position and results of the Plato Partnership is not material to the Company’s consolidated financial 
statements. 

The related party transactions noted above have been measured at agreed upon market based terms. 

OUTSTANDING SHARE DATA 

The Company is authorized to issue an unlimited number of common shares and an unlimited number of preferred shares. As at 
December 31, 2015, there were 126.1 million common shares outstanding and no preferred shares outstanding. In addition, under 
the Company’s equity incentive plan, there were an aggregate of 1.8 million restricted share units, performance share units and 
deferred share units outstanding and 3.3 million stock options outstanding as at December 31, 2015.  

At December 31, 2015, awards available to grant under the equity incentive plan were approximately 7.5 million. 

As at February 29, 2016, 126.2 million common shares, 1.8 million restricted share units, performance share units and deferred share 
units and 3.3 million stock options were outstanding. 

DIVIDENDS 

The Company is currently paying quarterly dividends to holders of common shares. The payment of dividends is not guaranteed, 
and the amount and timing of any dividends payable by Gibsons’ will be at the discretion of the Board and will be established on 
the basis of Gibson's earnings, financial requirements for operations, the satisfaction of a solvency calculation and the terms of the 
Company’s debt agreements. In addition, in connection with Company’s dividend policy, after each fiscal year end the Board will 
formally review the annual dividend amount.  

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2015 Year End Report 

Distributable cash flow is not a standard measure under IFRS and, therefore, may not be comparable to similar measures reported 
by other entities. Distributable cash flow is used to assess the level of cash flow generated from ongoing operations and to evaluate 
the  adequacy  of  internally  generated  cash  flow  to  fund  dividends.  Changes  in  non-cash  working  capital  are  excluded  from  the 
determination  of  distributable  cash  flow  because  they  are  primarily  the  result  of  fluctuations  in  product  inventories  or  other 
temporary changes. Upgrade and replacement capital expenditures are deducted from distributable cash flow as they are ongoing 
recurring expenditures. 

The following is a reconciliation of distributable cash flow to its most closely related IFRS  measure, cash flow from  operating 
activities. 

Cash flow from operating activities .....................................................................................    
Adjustments: 

Changes in non-cash working capital ...............................................................................  
Upgrade and replacement capital  .....................................................................................  
Cash interest expense, including capitalized interest ........................................................  
Current income tax(1) ........................................................................................................  
Distributable cash flow ........................................................................................................    

Year ended 
December 31 
2015 
(in thousands) 

2014 

$  458,067 

$ 336,228 

(74,293) 
(46,775) 
(84,965) 
(32,503) 
$  219,531 

105,291 
(59,035) 
(68,708) 
(48,549) 
$ 265,227 

Dividends declared to shareholders .....................................................................................    

$  161,002 

$ 148,573 

(1)  2015 - Excludes the $11.0 million payment to settle the provincial portion of the partnership deferral for 2015 and 2016 and 
approximately $4.6 million of additional current tax expense relating to the net realized gain on the settlement of the U.S. 
dollar forward contracts and U.S dollar options in the first quarter of 2015. 

Dividends declared in the year ended December 31, 2015 were $161.0 million, of which $140.3 million was paid in cash and the 
balance was settled with the issuance of common shares under the Company’s DRIP and SDP.  In the year ended December 31, 
2015,  dividends  declared  represented  73%  of  the  distributable  cash  flow  generated  or,  distributable  cash  flow  was  1.4  times 
dividends declared. On a net basis after consideration of the DRIP and SDP, declared dividends paid in cash represented 64% of 
the  distributable  cash  flow  generated,  or  distributable  cash  flow  was  1.6  times  dividends  paid  in  cash.  On  August  6,  2015,  the 
Company suspended, until further notice, its DRIP and SDP. 

QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK 

The Company is involved in various commodity related marketing activities that are intended to enhance the Company’s operations 
and increase profitability. These activities often create exposure to price risk between the time contracted volumes are purchased 
and sold and to foreign exchange risk when contracts are in different currencies (Canadian dollar versus U.S. dollar). The Company 
is also exposed to various market risks, including volatility in (i) crude oil, refined products, natural gas and NGL prices, (ii) interest 
rates, (iii) currency exchange rates and (iv) equity prices. The Company utilizes various derivative instruments from time to time 
to manage commodity price, interest rate and currency exchange rate exposure and, in certain circumstances, to realize incremental 
margin during volatile market conditions. The Company’s commodity trading and risk management policies and procedures are 
designed to establish and manage to an approved level of Value at Risk. The Company has a Risk Management Committee that has 
direct responsibility and authority for the Company’s risk policies and the Company’s trading controls and procedures and certain 
aspects of corporate risk management. The Company’s approved strategies are intended to mitigate risks that are inherent in the 
Company’s  core  businesses  of  aggregating  and  marketing  and  distribution.  To  hedge  the  risks  discussed  above  the  Company 
engages  in  risk  management  activities  that  the  Company  categorizes  by  the  risks  the  Company  is  hedging  and  by  the  physical 
product that is creating the risk. The following discussion addresses each category of risk.  

Commodity Price Risk. The Company hedges its exposure to price fluctuations with respect to crude oil, refined products, natural 
gas and NGLs, and expected purchases and sales of these commodities (relating primarily to crude oil, roofing flux, propane sales 
and purchases of natural gasoline). The derivative instruments utilized consist primarily of futures and option contracts traded on 
the NYMEX, ICE and over-the-counter transactions, including swap and option contracts entered into with financial institutions 
and other energy companies. The Company’s policy is to transact only in commodity derivative products for which the Company 

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physically transacts, and to structure the Company’s hedging activities so that price fluctuations for those products do not materially 
affect the net cash the Company ultimately receives from its commodity related marketing activities. 

Although  the  Company  seeks  to  maintain  a  position  that  is  substantially  balanced  within  the  Company’s  various  commodity 
purchase and sales activities, the Company may experience net unbalanced positions as a result of production, transportation and 
delivery variances as well as logistical issues associated with inclement weather conditions. 

The  intent  of  the  Company’s  risk  management  strategy  is  to  hedge  the  Company’s  margin.  However,  the  Company  has  not 
designated nor attempted to qualify for hedge accounting. Thus, changes in the fair values of all of the Company’s derivatives are 
recognized in earnings, and result in greater potential for earnings volatility. 

The fair value of futures contracts is based on quoted market prices obtained from the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. The fair value 
of swaps and option contracts is estimated based on quoted prices from various sources such as independent reporting services, 
industry publications and brokers. These quotes are compared to the contract price of the swap, which approximates the gain or loss 
that would have been realized if the contracts had been closed out at the period end. For positions where independent quotations are 
not available, an estimate is provided, or the prevailing market price at which the positions could be liquidated is used. No such 
positions existed as at December 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014. All derivative positions offset existing or anticipated physical 
exposures. Price-risk sensitivities were calculated by assuming 15% volatility in crude oil and NGL related prices, regardless of 
term or historical relationships between the contractual price of the instruments and the underlying commodity price. In the event 
of  an  increase  or  decrease  in prices,  the  fair  value  of  the  Company’s  derivative  portfolio  would  typically  increase  or  decrease, 
offsetting changes in the Company’s physical positions. A 15% favorable change would increase the Company’s net income by 
$6.8 million and $5.6 million as of December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. A 15% unfavorable change  would decrease the 
Company’s net income by $6.1 million and $5.6 million as of December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. However, these changes 
may be offset by the use of one or more risk management strategies. 

Interest  rate  risks.  Following  the  Notes  offering,  the  Company’s  long-term  debt  accrues  interest  at  fixed  interest  rates  and 
accordingly, changes in market interest rates do not expose the Company to future interest cash outflow variability.  

Under the Revolving Credit Facility, the Company is subject to interest rate risk, as borrowings bear interest at a rate equal to, at 
the Company’s option, either U.S. LIBOR, U.S. Base Rate, Canadian Prime Rate or Canadian Bankers’ Acceptance rate, plus an 
applicable margin based on the Company’s total leverage ratio. As at December 31, 2015, the Company had $35.0 million drawn 
under the Revolving Credit Facility and accordingly is subject to the interest rate cash flow risk associated with these amounts. A 
1% favorable and unfavorable change in interest rates in relation to the amounts drawn at December 31, 2015 would impact net 
income by $0.3 million. 

Currency exchange risks. The Company’s monetary assets and liabilities in foreign currencies are translated at the period-end rate. 
Exchange differences arising from this translation are recorded in the Company’s statement of operations. In addition, currency 
exposures can arise from revenues and purchase transactions denominated in foreign currencies. Generally, transactional currency 
exposures are naturally hedged (i.e., revenues and expenses are approximately matched), but where appropriate, are covered using 
forward exchange contracts. All of the foreign currency forward exchange contracts entered into by the Company, although effective 
hedges from an economic perspective, have not been designated as hedges for accounting purposes, and therefore any gains and 
losses on such forward exchange contracts impact the Company’s earnings. A 5% unfavorable change in the value of the Canadian 
dollar relative to the U.S. dollar would affect the fair value of the Company’s outstanding forward currency contracts and options 
and would decrease the Company’s net income by $1.2 million and $3.2 million as at December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. 
A 5% favorable change would increase the Company’s net income by $1.2 million and $3.2 million as at December 31, 2015 and 
2014, respectively. The Company expects to continue to enter into  financial derivatives, primarily  forward contracts, to reduce 
foreign exchange volatility. 

Additionally,  currency  exposure  occurs  on  a  portion  of  the  principal  of  the  Company’s  long-term  debt  and  the  related  interest 
payments, as they are denominated in U.S. dollars. As at December 31, 2015, the Company had outstanding U.S. dollar denominated 
debt of U.S.$550.0 million.  

As a result of the settlement of U.S. forward and options contracts in the first quarter of 2015 the Company had no foreign currency 
contracts outstanding relating to its long-term debt at December 31, 2015. A 5% unfavorable change in the value of the Canadian 
dollar relative to the U.S. dollar would impact both the carrying value of the Company’s long-term debt and any related foreign 
currency contracts and would decrease the Company’s net income by $33.1 and $10.7 million as at December 31, 2015 and 2014 
respectively.  A  corresponding  favorable  change  would  increase  the  Company’s  net  income  by  $33.1  and  $10.7 million  as  at 
December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. 

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With respect to the related interest payments on the U.S. dollar denominated long-term debt, to date the Company has not entered 
into any foreign currency hedges as the Company believes that it will generate enough U.S. dollar cash inflows to pay these interest 
payments  when due and/or hedge the  incremental exposure using derivative instruments. Based on the interest rate in effect at 
December 31, 2015, a 5% unfavorable change in the value of the Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar as of December 31, 
2015 would increase the Company’s annual interest expense by $2.6 million. A 5% favorable change in the value of the Canadian 
dollar relative to the U.S. dollar as of December 31, 2015 would decrease the Company’s annual interest expense by $2.6 million.  

Equity price risk: The Company has equity price and dilution exposure to shares that it issues under its stock based compensation 
programs.  Gibsons uses equity derivatives to manage volatility derived from its stock based compensation programs. On January 
2, 2015, the Company entered into derivative share swap contracts to manage the risks relating to its stock based compensation 
programs. These contracts will mature at the prevailing share prices in accordance with the specific maturities of each contract over 
a three year period. As at December 31, 2015, the Company estimates that a 10% increase in the Company’s share price would have 
resulted in a $0.6 million increase in the Company’s net income. A corresponding decrease in the Company’s share price would 
decrease the Company’s net income by $0.6 million. Such contracts did not exist in 2014. 

ACCOUNTING POLICIES 

Critical accounting policies and estimates 

The  preparation  of  consolidated  financial  statements  in  conformity  with  IFRS  requires  management  to  make  estimates  and 
assumptions. Predicting future events is inherently an imprecise activity and, as such, requires the use of judgment. Actual results 
may vary from estimates in amounts that may be material to the financial statements. An accounting policy is deemed to be critical 
if it requires an accounting estimate to be made based on assumptions about matters that are highly uncertain at the time the estimate 
is made, and if different estimates that reasonably could have been used, or changes in the accounting estimates that are reasonably 
likely  to  occur  periodically,  could  materially  impact  the  Company’s  consolidated  financial  statements.  The  Company’s  critical 
accounting policies and estimates are as follows: 

Fair value of assets and liabilities acquired in a business combination. In conjunction with each business combination, the Company 
must allocate the cost of the acquired entity to the assets and liabilities assumed based on their estimated fair values at the date of 
acquisition. Determining the fair value of assets and liabilities acquired, as well as intangible assets that relate to such items as 
customer  relationships,  brands,  contracts,  and  industry  expertise  involves  professional  judgment  and  is  ultimately  based  on 
acquisition  models  and  management’s  assessment  of  the  value  of  the  assets  acquired  and,  to  the  extent  available,  third  party 
assessments. Uncertainties associated with these estimates include changes in production volumes, changes in commodity prices, 
fluctuations  in  capacity  or  product  slates,  economic  obsolescence  factors  in  the  area  and  potential  future  sources  of  cash  flow. 
During the measurement period, the allocation of purchase price of the acquired entity may be adjusted when the initial accounting 
for  business  combination  is  recorded  based  on  provisional  amounts.  Although  the  resolution  of  these  uncertainties  has  not 
historically  had  a  material  impact  on  the  Company’s  results  of  operations  or  financial  condition,  the  actual  amounts  may  vary 
significantly from estimated amounts. Any excess of the cost of acquisition over the net fair value of the identifiable assets acquired 
is recognized as goodwill. 

Recoverability of asset carrying values. The Company carries out impairment reviews in respect of goodwill at least annually or if 
indicators of impairment exist. The Company also assesses during each reporting period whether there have been any events or 
changes in circumstances that indicate that property, plant and equipment, inventories and other intangible assets may be impaired 
and an impairment review is carried out whenever such an assessment indicates that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. 
Such indicators include changes in the Company’s business plans, changes in activity levels, and an increase in the discount rate, 
the intention of “holding” versus “selling” and evidence of physical damage. For the purposes of impairment testing, assets are 
grouped at the lowest levels for which there are separately identifiable cash flows. Where impairment exists, the asset is written 
down to its recoverable amount, which is the higher of the fair value less costs to sell and value in use. Impairments are recognized 
immediately in the consolidated statement of operations.  

The assessment for impairment entails comparing the carrying value of the asset or cash-generating unit with its recoverable amount, 
that is, the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. Value in use is usually determined on the basis of discounted 
estimated future net cash flows. However, the determination as to whether and how much an asset is impaired involves management 
estimates  on  highly  uncertain  matters  such  as  the  outlook  for  global  or  regional  market  supply-and-demand  conditions,  future 
commodity prices, the effects of inflation on operating expenses and discount rates. 

Income  tax.  Income  tax  expense  represents  the  sum  of  the  income  tax  currently  payable  and  deferred  income  tax.  Interest  and 
penalties relating to income tax are also included in income tax expense. Deferred income tax is provided for using the liability 
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and income tax basis of assets and liabilities. These differences are then measured using enacted or substantially enacted income 
tax rates and laws that will be in effect when these differences are expected to reverse. The effect of a change in income tax rates 
on deferred tax assets and liabilities is recognized in income in the period that the change occurs.  

The computation of the Company’s income tax expense involves the interpretation of applicable tax laws and regulations in many 
jurisdictions. The resolution of tax positions taken by the Company can take significant time to complete and in some cases it is 
difficult to predict the ultimate outcome. In addition, the Company has carry-forward tax losses in certain taxing jurisdictions that 
are available to offset against future taxable profit. However, deferred income tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is 
probable that taxable profit will be available against which the unused tax losses can be utilized. Management judgement is exercised 
in assessing whether this is the case. To the extent that actual outcomes differ from management’s estimates, income tax charges or 
credits may arise in future periods. 

Financial instruments. In situations where the Company is required to mark financial instruments to market, the estimates of gains 
or losses at a particular period-end do not reflect the end results of particular transactions, and will most likely not reflect the actual 
gain or loss at the conclusion of the underlying transactions. The Company reflects the fair value estimates for financial instruments 
based on valuation information from third parties. The calculation of the fair value of certain of these financial instruments is based 
on proprietary models and assumptions of third parties because such instruments are not quoted on an active market. Additionally, 
estimates of fair value for such financial instruments may vary among different models due to a difference in assumptions applied, 
such as the estimate of prevailing market prices, volatility, correlations and other factors, and may not be reflective of the price at 
which they can be settled due to the lack of a liquid market. Although the resolution of these uncertainties has not historically had 
a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or financial condition, the actual amounts may vary significantly from 
estimated amounts.  

Provisions and accrued liabilities. The Company uses estimates to record liabilities for obligations associated with site restoration 
on the retirement of assets and environmental costs, taxes, potential legal claims, and other accruals and liabilities. 

Liabilities for site restoration on the retirement of assets are recognized when the Company has an obligation to restore the site, and 
when a reliable estimate of that liability can be made. An obligation may also crystallize during the period of operation of a facility 
through a change in legislation or through a decision to terminate operations. The amount recognized is the present value of the 
estimated future expenditure determined in accordance with local conditions and requirements. The present value is determined by 
discounting  the  expenditures  expected  to  be  required  to  settle  the  obligation  using  a  risk-free  discount  rate.  Estimated  future 
expenditure is based on all known facts at the time and current expected plans for decommissioning. Among the many uncertainties 
that  may  impact  the  estimates  are  changes  in  laws  and  regulations,  public  expectations,  prices  and  changes  in  technology.  A 
corresponding item of property, plant and equipment of an amount equivalent to the provision is also recorded. This is subsequently 
depreciated as part of the asset. Other than the unwinding discount on the provision, any change in the present value of the estimated 
expenditure is reflected as an adjustment to the provision and the corresponding item of property, plant and equipment.  

Liabilities for environmental costs are recognized when a clean-up is probable and the associated costs can be reliably estimated. 
Generally, the timing of recognition of these provisions coincides with the completion of a feasibility study or a commitment to a 
formal plan of action. The amount recognized is the best estimate of the expenditure required. Where the liability will not be settled 
for a number of years, the amount recognized is the present value of the estimated future expenditure. Estimated future expenditure 
is  based  on  all  known  facts  at  the  time  and  an  assessment  of  the  ultimate  outcome.  A  number  of  factors  affect  the  cost  of 
environmental remediation, including the determination of the extent of contamination, the length of time remediation may require, 
the complexity of environmental regulations and the advancement of remediation technology. 

Other provisions and accrued liabilities are recognized in the period when it becomes probable that there will be a future outflow 
of funds resulting from past operations or events and the amount of cash outflow can be reliably estimated. The timing of recognition 
and quantification of the liability require the application of judgment to existing facts and circumstances, which can be subject to 
change. Since the actual cash outflows can take place many years in the future, the carrying amounts of provisions and liabilities 
are reviewed regularly and adjusted to take account of changing facts and circumstances. A change in estimate of a recognized 
provision or accrued liability would result in a charge or credit to net income in the period in which the change occurs.  

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Amended standards adopted by the Company  

The Company adopted the following new and revised standards, along with any consequential amendments. These changes were 
made in accordance with applicable transitional provisions. 

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  The annual improvements process addresses issues in the 2010-2012 and 2011-2013 reporting cycles including changes to 
IFRS 13, Fair value measurements, IFRS 8, Operating segments and IAS 24, Related party transactions. These improvements 
are effective for annual periods beginning on or after July 1, 2014. The impact of adopting these improvements did not have 
a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

•

IAS  19,  Employee  benefits  (“IAS  19”),  has  been  amended  to  clarify  the  application  of  requirements  to  plans  that  require 
employees or third parties to contribute toward the cost of  the benefits. The amendment to IAS 19 is effective for annual 
periods beginning on or after July 1, 2014. The impact of adopting this amendment did not have a material impact on the 
consolidated financial statements. 

New standards and interpretations issued but not yet adopted  

•
  The annual improvements process addresses issues in the 2012-2014 reporting cycles including changes to IFRS 5, Non-current 
assets held for sale and discontinued operations, IFRS 7, Financial instruments: Disclosures, IAS 19, Employee benefits, and 
IAS 34, Interim financial reporting. These improvements are effective for periods beginning on or after January 1, 2016. The 
adoption of these improvements will not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

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IFRS 10, Consolidated financial statements (“IFRS 10”), and IAS 28, Investments in associates and joint ventures (“IAS 28”), 
has  been  amended  to  address  an  inconsistency  between  IFRS  10  and  IAS  28  in  regards  to  a  sale  or  contribution  of  assets 
between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The main consequence of the amendments is that a full gain or loss is 
recognized when the transaction involves a business combination, and whereas a partial gain is recognized when the transaction 
involves  the  assets  that  do  not  constitute  a  business.  Additionally,  the  amendments  clarify  the  exception  from  preparing 
consolidated financial statements, the consolidation requirements for subsidiaries which act as an extension of an investment 
entity, and the requirements for equity accounting for investments in associates and joint ventures. The amendments to IFRS 
10 and IAS 28 are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2016. The adoption of these amendments will 
not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

IFRS 15, Revenue from contracts with customers (“IFRS 15”), has been issued as a new standard on revenue recognition and 
will supersede IAS 18, Revenue, IAS 11, Construction Contracts and related interpretations. IFRS 15 is effective for annual 
periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this standard on its 
consolidated financial statements. 

•  The International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) completed the final element of its comprehensive publication of IFRS 
9  Financial  Instruments  in  July  2014.  The  package  of  improvements  introduced  by  IFRS  9  includes  a  logical  model  for 
classification  and  measurement,  a  single,  forward-looking  ‘expected  loss’  impairment  model  and  a  substantially-reformed 
approach to hedge accounting. The IASB has previously published versions of IFRS 9 that introduced new classification and 
measurement  requirements  (in  2009  and  2010)  and  a  new  hedge  accounting  model  (in  2013).  The  July  2014  publication 
represents the final version of the Standard, replaces earlier versions of IFRS 9 and completes the IASB’s project to replace 
IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. IFRS 9 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 
January  2018.  The  Company  is  currently  evaluating  the  impact  of  adopting  this  standard  on  its  consolidated  financial 
statements. 

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IAS 1, Presentation of financial statements (“IAS 1”), has been amended to clarify the guidance on materiality and aggregation, 
the presentation of subtotals, the structure of financial statements and the disclosure of accounting policies. The amendment to 
IAS 1 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2016. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of 
adopting these amendments on its consolidated financial statements.  The adoption of this amendment will not have a material 
impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

IFRS 16, Leases (“IFRS 16”), has been issued as a new standard on leases and will supersede IAS 17. IFRS 16 is effective for 
annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2019. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this standard 
on its consolidated financial statements. 

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DISCLOSURE CONTROLS & PROCEDURES  

As  part  of  the  requirements  mandated  by  the  Canadian  securities  regulatory  authorities  under  National  Instrument  52-109-
Certification of Disclosure in Issuers' Annual and Interim Filings ("NI 52-109"), the Company’s Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") 
and  the  Chief  Financial  Officer  ("CFO")  have  evaluated  the  design  and  operation  of  the  Company's  disclosure  controls  and 
procedures ("DC&P"), as such term is defined in NI 52-109, as at December 31, 2015. The CEO and CFO are also responsible for 
establishing and maintaining internal controls over financial reporting, ("ICFR"), as such term is defined in NI 52-109. In making 
its assessment, management used the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission framework in Internal 
Control – Integrated Framework (2013) to evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting. These 
controls are designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of the Company’s financial reporting and compliance 
with  IFRS.  The  Company’s  CEO  and  CFO  have  evaluated,  or  caused  to  be  evaluated  under  their  supervision,  the  design  and 
operational effectiveness of such controls as at December 31, 2015. 

Based  on  the  evaluation  of  the  design  and  operating  effectiveness  of  the  Company’s  DC&P  and  ICFR,  the CEO  and  the  CFO 
concluded  that  Gibson's  DC&P  and  ICFR  were  effective  as  at  December 31,  2015.  There  have  been  no  changes  in  ICFR  that 
occurred during the period beginning January 1, 2015 and ended on December 31, 2015 that has materially affected or is reasonably 
likely to materially affect Gibson’s ICFR. 

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS  

Certain statements contained in this MD&A constitute forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or the 
Company’s future performance. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. The use of 
any of the words ‘‘anticipate’’, ‘‘plan’’, ‘‘contemplate’’, ‘‘continue’’, ‘‘estimate’’, ‘‘expect’’, ‘‘intend’’, ‘‘propose’’, ‘‘might’’, 
‘‘may’’, ‘‘will’’, ‘‘shall’’, ‘‘project’’, ‘‘should’’, ‘‘could’’, ‘‘would’’, ‘‘believe’’, ‘‘predict’’, ‘‘forecast’’, ‘‘pursue’’, ‘‘potential’’ 
and ‘‘capable’’ and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements involve known and 
unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual results or events to differ materially from those anticipated in 
such forward-looking statements. No assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-
looking statements included in this MD&A should not be unduly relied upon. These statements speak only as of the date of this 
MD&A. In particular, this MD&A contains forward-looking statements pertaining to the following:   

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the addition or disposition of assets and changes in the services to be offered by the Company; 
the Company's investment in new equipment, technology, facilities and personnel; 
the Company's growth strategy to expand in existing and new markets; 
the availability of sufficient liquidity for planned growth; 
new  technology  and  drilling  methodology  being  deployed  towards  conventional  and  unconventional  production  within  the 
Company's operating areas; 
uncertainty and volatility relating to crude prices and price differentials between crude oil streams and blending agents; 
increased crude oil production and exploration activity on shore in North America, including from the Canadian oil sands; 
the expansion of midstream infrastructure in North America to handle increased production and expansion of capacity in the 
U.S. refining complex to handle heavier crude oil from the WCSB; 
the effect of competition in regions of North America and its impact on downward pricing pressure and regional crude oil price 
differentials among crude oil grades and locations; 
the effect of market volatility on the Company's marketing revenues and activities; 
the Company's ability to pay down and retire indebtedness; 
the Company's plans for additional strategic acquisitions, capital expenditures or other similar transaction, including the costs 
thereof; 
in-service dates for new storage capacity being constructed by the Company; 
the Company's planned hedging activities;  
the Company's projections of commodity purchase and sales activities; 
the Company's projections of currency and interest rate fluctuations; 
the Company’s projections of dividends; and 
the Company's dividend policy. 

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With respect to forward-looking statements contained in this MD&A, assumptions have been made regarding, among other things:  

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future growth in world-wide demand for crude oil and petroleum products; 
crude oil prices; 
no material defaults by the counterparties to agreements with the Company;  

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the Company's ability to obtain qualified personnel, owner-operators, lease operators and equipment in a timely and cost-
efficient manner; 
the regulatory framework governing taxes and environmental matters in the jurisdictions in which the Company conducts and 
will conduct its business; 
changes in credit ratings applicable to the Company; 
operating costs; 
future capital expenditures to be made by the Company; 
the Company's ability to obtain financing for its capital programs on acceptable terms; 
the Company's future debt levels;  
the impact of increasing competition on the Company; and  
the impact of future changes in accounting policies on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. 

In addition, this MD&A may contain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information attributed to third party industry 
sources. The Company does not undertake any obligations to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements except as 
required by securities law. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a 
result of numerous risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the risks and uncertainties described in “Forward-Looking 
Statements” and “Risk Factors” included in the Company’s Annual Information Form dated March 1, 2016 as filed on SEDAR at 
www.sedar.com and available on Gibsons website at www.gibsons.com.  

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES 
This MD&A refers to certain financial measures that are not determined in accordance with IFRS. EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, 
Pro Forma Adjusted EBITDA and distributable cash flow are not measures recognized under IFRS and do not have standardized 
meanings prescribed by IFRS. Management considers these to be important supplemental measures of the Company’s performance 
and believes these measures are frequently used by securities analysts, investors and other interested parties in the evaluation of 
companies in industries with similar capital structures. See ‘‘Summary of Quarterly Results” for a reconciliation of EBITDA to net 
income (loss), the IFRS measure most directly comparable to EBITDA, and for a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA and Pro Forma 
Adjusted EBITDA to EBITDA. Distributable cash flow is used to assess the level of cash flow generated from ongoing operations 
and  to  evaluate  the  adequacy  of  internally  generated  cash  flow  to  fund  dividends.  See  ‘‘Distributable  Cash  Flow”  for  a 
reconciliation of distributable cash flow to cash flow from operations, the IFRS measure most directly comparable to distributable 
cash flow. 

Readers  are  encouraged  to  evaluate  each  adjustment  and  the  reasons  the  Company  considers  it  appropriate  for  supplemental 
analysis.  Readers  are  cautioned,  however,  that  these  measures  should  not  be  construed  as  an  alternative  to  net  income  (loss) 
determined in accordance with IFRS as an indication of the Company’s performance. 

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Consolidated Financial Statements 
For the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014 
(in thousands of Canadian dollars)  

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March 1, 2016 

Independent Auditor’s Report 

To the Shareholder of Gibson Energy Inc. 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Gibson Energy Inc. which 
comprise the consolidated balance sheets as at December 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014 and the 
consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income, changes in equity and cash flows for the 
years then ended, and the related notes, which comprise a summary of significant accounting policies and 
other explanatory information. 

Management’s responsibility for the consolidated financial statements 
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these consolidated financial 
statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards, and for such internal control 
as management determines is necessary to enable the preparation of consolidated financial statements 
that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. 

Auditor’s responsibility 
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. 
We conducted our audits in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Those 
standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain 
reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free from material 
misstatement. 

An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in 
the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, 
including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, 
whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control 
relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in order 
to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing 
an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the 
appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by 
management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. 

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained in our audits is sufficient and appropriate to provide a 
basis for our audit opinion. 

Opinion 
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial 
position of Gibson Energy Inc. as at December 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014 and its financial 
performance and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with International Financial 
Reporting Standards. 

Chartered Professional Accountants 

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP  
111 5th Avenue SW, Suite 3100, Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2P5L3  
T: 403 509 7500, F: 403 781 1825, www.pwc.com/ca 

“PwC” refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an Ontario limited liability partnership. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Consolidated Balance Sheet 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars) 

Assets 
Current assets 

December 31, 
2015 

2014 

Cash and cash equivalents  ................................................................................................    
Trade and other receivables (note 6) .................................................................................  
Inventories (note 7) ...........................................................................................................  
Income taxes receivable ....................................................................................................  
Prepaid expenses and other assets .....................................................................................  
Net investment in finance leases (note 8) ..........................................................................  
Total current assets ............................................................................................................  

$ 

82,775   
370,313   
107,593   
16,130   
18,124   
1,045   
595,980   

Non-current assets 

Property, plant and equipment (note 9) .............................................................................  
Long-term prepaid expenses and other assets (note 10) ....................................................  
Net investment in finance leases (note 8) ..........................................................................  
Deferred income tax assets (note 11) ................................................................................  
Intangible assets (note 12) .................................................................................................  
Goodwill (note 13) ............................................................................................................  
Total non-current assets ....................................................................................................  
Total assets ..............................................................................................................................    
Liabilities 
Current liabilities  

Credit facilities (note 14)...................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges (note 15) ..................................................................  
Dividends payable (note 18) .............................................................................................  
Deferred revenue ...............................................................................................................  
Income taxes payable ........................................................................................................  
Total current liabilities ......................................................................................................  

Non-current liabilities 

Long-term debt (note 14) ..................................................................................................  
Provisions (note 16) ..........................................................................................................  
Other long-term liabilities (note 17) ..................................................................................  
Deferred income tax liabilities (note 11) ...........................................................................  
Total non-current liabilities ...............................................................................................  
Total liabilities ..................................................................................................................  

Equity 

Share capital (note 18) ......................................................................................................  
Contributed surplus ...........................................................................................................  
Accumulated other comprehensive income.......................................................................  
Deficit................................................................................................................................  
Total equity .......................................................................................................................  
Total liabilities and equity .....................................................................................................    
Commitments and contingencies (note 19) 
See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements 

1,771,117   
4,564   
93,389   
1,596   
145,433   
670,907   
2,687,006   
$  3,282,986   

35,000   
418,732   
40,363   
7,690   
7,775   
509,560   

1,291,423   
155,343   
13,975   
145,684   
1,606,425   
2,115,985   

Approved by the Board of Directors: 

(signed) “James M. Estey” 
James M. Estey   
Director 

 (signed) “

Marshall L. McRae” 

Marshall L. McRae 
Director 

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1,672,323   
34,959   
224,866   
(765,147)  
1,167,001   
$  3,282,986   

1,634,001 
23,841 
93,011 
(323,673) 
1,427,180 
$  3,573,029 

$ 

131,911 
641,283 
154,937 
12,100 
24,366 
908 
965,505 

1,494,569 
39,778 
94,387 
3,532 
191,537 
783,721 
2,607,524 
$  3,573,029 

- 
581,463 
37,346 
19,042 
122 
637,973 

1,165,368 
136,347 
14,810 
191,351 
1,507,876 
2,145,849 

 
 
 
 
   
 
   
 
 
 
   
 
   
 
 
   
 
   
 
 
   
 
   
 
   
 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
Gibson Energy Inc. 
Consolidated Statement of Operations  

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts) 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015   

2014 

Revenue (note 20) ......................................................................................................................    
Cost of sales (notes 7, 21, 22 and 28) .........................................................................................  
Gross profit ................................................................................................................................  

$  5,591,982     
5,461,519   
130,463   

$  8,573,529 
8,299,403 
274,126 

General and administrative expenses (notes 21 and 22) .............................................................  
Impairment of goodwill (note 13) ..............................................................................................  
Other operating income (note 23) ..............................................................................................  
Income (loss) from operating activities...................................................................................  

Interest expense  .........................................................................................................................  
Interest income ...........................................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt (note 14) ...................................................................  
Income (loss) before income taxes ...........................................................................................  
Income tax provision (recovery) (note 11) .................................................................................  
Net income (loss) .......................................................................................................................    

71,702   
175,959   
(22,026)  
(95,172)  

79,580   
(558)  
113,150   
(287,344)  
(6,688)  

56,245 
- 
(11,845) 
229,726 

67,598 
(832) 
35,431 
127,529 
35,588 

$  (280,656)    

$ 

91,941 

Earnings (loss) per share (note 24) 

Basic ....................................................................................................................................    
Diluted .................................................................................................................................    

$ 
$ 

(2.23)    
(2.23)    

$ 
$ 

0.74 
0.73 

See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements 

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Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income (Loss) 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars) 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015   

2014 

Net income (loss) .......................................................................................................................    

$ (280,656)    

$ 

91,941 

Other comprehensive income (loss) ........................................................................................  
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to statement of operations  

Exchange differences on translating foreign operations ......................................................  

131,855 

59,132 

Items that will not be reclassified to statement of operations 

Remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligation, net of tax ..................................  
Other comprehensive income, net of tax ................................................................................  
Comprehensive income (loss) ..................................................................................................    

184 
132,039 
$ (148,617)    

(521) 
58,611 
$  150,552 

See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars) 

Share 
capital 
(note 18) 
Balance – January 1, 2014 ...............................     $ 1,585,145 

Contributed 
surplus 
  $ 16,130 

Accumulated 
other 
comprehensive 
income  
  $  33,879 

Total 
Equity 
 $ (266,520)      $  1,368,634 

Deficit 

Net income .........................................................  
Other comprehensive income, net of tax ............  
Comprehensive income ......................................  
Employee share options: 

Stock based compensation .........................  
Proceeds from exercise of stock options ...  
Reclassification of contributed surplus on 
exercise of stock option and other stock 
awards ....................................................  

Issuance of common shares in connection with 
the dividend reinvestment and stock dividend 
programs .........................................................  

Dividends on common shares ($1.20 per 

- 
- 
- 

- 
- 
- 

- 
59,132 
59,132 

91,941 

(521)   

91,420 

- 
5,942 

13,977 
- 

6,266 

(6,266) 

36,648 

- 

- 
- 

- 

- 

- 
- 

- 

- 

91,941 
58,611 
150,552 

13,977 
5,942 

- 

36,648 

common share)................................................  

- 
Balance – December 31, 2014 ..........................     $ 1,634,001 

- 
  $ 23,841 

- 
  $  93,011 

(148,573)   

(148,573) 
 $ (323,673)      $ 1,427,180 

Net loss  ..............................................................  
Other comprehensive income, net of tax ............  
Comprehensive income (loss) ............................  
Employee share options: 

Stock based compensation ..........................  
Proceeds from exercise of stock options .....  
Reclassification of contributed surplus on 
exercise of stock option and other stock 
awards ......................................................  

Issuance of common shares in connection with 
the dividend reinvestment and stock dividend 
programs...........................................................  

- 
- 
- 

- 
105 

- 
- 
- 

20,379 
- 

9,261 

(9,261) 

- 
131,855 
131,855 

(280,656)   

184 

(280,472)   

(280,656) 
132,039 
(148,617) 

- 
- 

- 

- 

- 

- 
- 

- 

- 

20,379 
105 

- 

28,956 

(161,002)   

(161,002) 

Dividends on common shares ($1.28 per 
- 
common share) ...................................................  
Balance – December 31, 2015 ..........................     $ 1,672,323 

28,956 

- 

- 

  $ 34,959 

  $  224,866 

 $ (765,147)      $ 1,167,001 

See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars) 

Cash provided by (used in) 
Operating activities 

Income (loss) from operating activities ..................................................................................    
Items not affecting cash 

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment (notes 9 and 21) .......................................  
Amortization of intangible assets (notes 12 and 21) ...........................................................  
Impairment of goodwill (note 13) ......................................................................................  
Stock based compensation (note 22) ..................................................................................  
Gain on sale of property, plant and equipment (note 23) ...................................................  
Other ...................................................................................................................................  
Net (gain) loss on fair value movement of financial  instruments (note 28).......................  

Changes in items of working capital 

Trade and other receivables ................................................................................................  
Inventories ..........................................................................................................................  
Other current assets ............................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges ..................................................................................  
Deferred revenue ................................................................................................................  
      Income taxes paid, net ...........................................................................................................  
Net cash provided by operating activities ...................................................................................  
Investing activities 

Purchase of property, plant and equipment ............................................................................  
Purchase of intangible assets ..................................................................................................  
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired (note 5) ............................................................................  
Proceeds on sale of assets ......................................................................................................  
Net cash used in investing activities............................................................................................  

Financing activities 

Payment of shareholder dividends .........................................................................................  
Proceeds from dividend reinvestment plans (note 18) ...........................................................  
Interest paid ............................................................................................................................  
Interest received .....................................................................................................................  
Proceeds from exercise of stock options ................................................................................  
Proceeds from long-term debt, net of debt discount and premium (note 14) .........................  
Payment of debt issue and financing costs .............................................................................  
Proceeds from credit facilities ................................................................................................  
Repayment of credit facilities ................................................................................................  
Repayment of finance lease liabilities  ...................................................................................  
Net proceeds on settlement of derivative financial instruments  

 (note 28) ............................................................................................................................  
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities ....................................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015   

2014 

$ 

(95,172)    

$  229,726 

195,438   
87,554   
175,959   
20,379   
(2,515)  
640   
1,491   

297,699   
52,000   
6,948   
(226,809)  
(11,382)  
(44,163)  
458,067   

(328,647)  
(10,728)  
(39,772)  
6,519   
(372,628)  

(157,985)  
28,956   
(84,665)  
556   
105   
-   
-   
163,257   
(128,257)  
(411)  

36,582   
(141,862)  

154,934 
54,991 
- 
13,977 
(2,717) 
(7,509) 
(1,883) 

4,819 
10,252 
3,127 
(63,264) 
15,764 
(75,989) 
336,228 

(354,682) 
(19,123) 
(128,440) 
7,230 
(495,015) 

(144,832) 
36,648 
(62,058) 
850 
5,942 
358,595 
(7,072) 
463,601 
(463,494) 
(563) 

582 
188,199 

Effect of exchange rate on cash and cash equivalents ............................................................  

7,287   

5,317 

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents  ............................................................  

(49,136)  

34,729 

Cash and cash equivalents – beginning of year ......................................................................  
Cash and cash equivalents – end of year .................................................................................    

131,911   

$ 

82,775     

97,182 
$  131,911 

See accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

1  General Information 

Gibson Energy Inc. (“Gibsons” or the “Company”) was incorporated pursuant to the Business Corporations Act (Alberta). The 
Company’s common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “GEI”. 

Gibsons is engaged in the movement, storage, blending, processing and marketing and distribution of crude oil, condensate, 
natural gas liquids, water, oilfield waste and refined products. The Company also provides emulsion treating, water disposal, 
oil-field waste management services and propane distribution. The Company is incorporated and domiciled in Canada. The 
address of the Company’s principal place of business is 1700, 440 Second Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alberta, Canada. 

2  Basis of preparation  

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards 
(“IFRS”) as set out in the Handbook of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants and as issued by the 
International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”).  

These consolidated financial statements were approved for issuance by the Company’s board of directors (“Board”) on March 
1, 2016.  

These consolidated financial statements are presented in Canadian dollars, the Company’s functional currency, and all values 
are rounded to the nearest thousands of dollars, except where indicated otherwise. All references to $ are to Canadian dollars 
and references to U.S.$ are to United States dollars. 

3  Summary of significant accounting policies 

The  significant  accounting  policies  applied  in  the  preparation  of  these  consolidated  financial  statements  are  set  out  below. 
These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented. 

Basis of measurement 

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention except for certain items that 
are recorded at fair value as required by the respective accounting standards. 

Basis of consolidation 

These consolidated financial statements include the results of the Company and its subsidiaries together with its interest in joint 
operations. 

Subsidiaries  are  all  entities  over  which  the  Company  has  control.  The  Company  controls  an  entity  when  the  Company  is 
exposed to, or has rights to, variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns 
through  its  power  over  the  entity.  Subsidiaries  are  fully  consolidated  from  the  date  on  which  control  is  transferred  to  the 
Company and continue to be consolidated until the date control ceases. All intercompany transactions, balances, income and 
expenses are eliminated on consolidation.  

Joint arrangements are classified as either joint operations or joint ventures depending on the contractual rights and obligations 
of each investor. The Company has assessed the nature of its joint arrangements and determined them to be joint operations 
and accordingly, the Company has recognized its proportionate share of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities relating to 
these joint operations.  

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Foreign currency translation 

The  financial  statements  for  each  of  the  Company’s  subsidiaries  and  joint  operations  are  prepared  using  their  functional 
currency.  The  functional  currency  is  the  currency  of  the  primary  economic  environment  in  which  an  entity  operates.  The 
presentation and functional currency of the parent company is Canadian dollars. Assets and liabilities of foreign operations are 
translated into Canadian dollars at the market rates prevailing at the balance sheet date. Operating results are translated at the 
average  rates  for  the  period.  Exchange  differences  arising  on  the  consolidation  of  the  net  assets  of  foreign  operations  are 
recorded in other comprehensive income (loss).  

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using exchange rates prevailing at the transaction date. 
Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of foreign currency transactions and from the translation at 
period end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in currencies other than an entity’s functional currency 
are recognized in the statement of operations. 

Business combinations and goodwill 

Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting. The cost of an acquisition is measured 
as the cash paid and the fair value of other assets given, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed at the 
date of exchange. For acquisitions achieved in stages, previously held equity interests in the acquired company are remeasured 
at the acquisition date fair value and the resulting gain or loss is recognized in the statement of operations. Direct costs incurred 
by  the  Company  in  connection  with  an  acquisition,  such  as  finder’s  fees,  advisors,  legal,  accounting,  valuation  and  other 
professional or consulting fees, are expensed as general and administrative expenses when incurred. The acquired identifiable 
assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities are measured at their fair values at the date of acquisition. Any excess of the cost of 
acquisition plus the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree, and the acquisition date fair value of the acquirer’s 
previously  held equity  interest, if any, over the  net  fair  value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities 
acquired is recognized as goodwill. Any deficiency of the cost of acquisition below the fair values of the identifiable net assets 
acquired is credited to the statement of operations in the period of acquisition.  

Any contingent consideration to be transferred by the Company is recognised at fair value at the acquisition date. Subsequent 
changes to the fair value of the contingent consideration that are deemed to be an asset or liability are recognised in the 
statement of operations. Contingent consideration that is classified as equity is not re-measured, and its subsequent settlement 
is accounted for within equity. 

At the acquisition date, any goodwill acquired is allocated  to each of  the operating  segments expected to benefit  from the 
combination’s synergies. Following initial recognition, goodwill is measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. 

Intangible assets 

An  intangible  asset  acquired  as  part  of  a  business  combination  is  measured  at  fair  value  at  the  date  of  acquisition  and  is 
recognized separately from goodwill if the asset is separable or arises from contractual or other legal rights and its fair value 
can be measured reliably. Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are carried initially at cost. The initial cost is 
the aggregate amount paid and the fair value of any other consideration given to acquire the asset. 

Intangible assets with a finite life are amortized on a straight-line basis over their expected useful lives as follows: 

Brands ........................................................................................................................................................................ 2 – 10 years 
Customer relationships ............................................................................................................................................... 1 – 12 years 
Long-term customer contracts .................................................................................................................................... 6 – 10 years 
Non-compete agreements ........................................................................................................................................... 2 – 10 years 
Technology .................................................................................................................................................................. 3 – 5 years 
Software ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3 – 7 years 
License and permits ........................................................................................................................................................... 3 years 

The expected useful lives and method of amortization of intangible assets are reviewed on an annual basis and, if necessary, 
changes in expected useful life are accounted for prospectively. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The  carrying  value  of  intangible  assets  is  reviewed  for  impairment  whenever  events  or  changes  in  circumstances  indicate 
carrying value may not be recoverable. 

Property, plant and equipment 

Property, plant and equipment is stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses.  

The initial cost of an asset comprises its purchase price or construction cost, any costs directly attributable to bringing the asset 
into operation, the initial estimate of any decommissioning obligation, if any, and, for qualifying assets, borrowing costs. The 
purchase price or construction cost is the aggregate amount paid and the fair value of any other consideration given to acquire 
the asset.  

Expenditure on major maintenance refits or repairs comprises the cost of replacement assets or parts of assets, inspection costs 
and overhaul costs. Where an asset or part of an asset that was separately depreciated is replaced and it is probable that future 
economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Company, the expenditure is capitalized and the carrying amount 
of  the  replaced  asset  is  derecognized.  Inspection  costs  associated  with  major  maintenance  programs  are  capitalized  and 
amortized over the period to the next inspection. All other maintenance costs are expensed as incurred. 

Depreciation is charged so as to write off the cost of assets, other than assets that are work in progress, using the straight-line 
method over their expected useful lives. 

The useful lives of the Company’s property, plant and equipment are as follows: 

Buildings .................................................................................................................................................................. 10 – 20 years 
Equipment .................................................................................................................................................................. 3 – 20 years 
Rolling stock .............................................................................................................................................................. 5 – 23 years 
Pipelines ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8 – 20 years 
Tanks ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20 – 33 years 
Plant ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7 – 25 years 
Disposal wells .......................................................................................................................................................... 15 – 25 years 

The expected useful lives, method of depreciation and residual values of property, plant and equipment are reviewed on an 
annual basis and, if necessary, changes are accounted for prospectively. 

The carrying value of property, plant and equipment is reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances 
indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. 

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognized upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to 
arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition of the asset (calculated as the difference 
between the net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the item) is included in the statement of operations in the period 
the item is derecognized. 

Impairments 

The Company carries out impairment reviews in respect of goodwill at least annually or if indicators of possible impairment 
exist. The Company also assesses during each reporting period whether there have been any events or changes in circumstances 
that indicate that property, plant and equipment and intangible assets may be impaired and an impairment review is carried out 
whenever such an assessment indicates that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Such indicators include, but are not 
limited to changes in the Company’s business plans, changes in commodity prices leading to lower activity levels, an increase 
in the discount rate and evidence of physical damage.  For the purposes of impairment testing, assets are grouped at the lowest 
levels  for  which  there  are  separately  identifiable  cash  inflows.    Where  impairment  exists,  the  asset  is  written  down  to  its 
recoverable amount, which is the higher of the fair value less costs of disposal and its value in use. Impairments are recognized 
immediately in the statement of operations.  

The assessment for impairment entails comparing the carrying value of the asset or cash-generating unit with its recoverable 
amount, that is, the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. Value in use is usually determined on the basis 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

of discounted estimated future net cash flows. In determining fair value less costs of disposal, recent market transactions are 
taken into account, if available. In the absence of such transactions, an appropriate valuation model is used. 

An  impairment  loss  in  respect  of  goodwill  is  not  reversible  in  the  future.  In  respect  of  other  assets,  an  impairment  loss  is 
reversed if there has been a change in the estimates used to determine the recoverable amount. An impairment loss is reversed 
only to the extent that the asset’s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, net 
of depreciation or amortization, if no impairment loss had been previously recognized. 

Non-derivative financial instruments – recognition and measurement  

Financial assets 

Financial assets include cash and cash equivalents and trade and other receivables. The Company determines the classification 
of its financial assets at initial recognition. Financial assets are recognized initially at fair value, normally being the transaction 
price plus directly attributable transaction costs. 

Loans and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active 
market. Such assets are carried at amortized cost using the effective interest method if the time value of money is significant. 
Gains and losses are recognized in the statement of operations when the loans and receivables are derecognized or impaired, 
as well as through the use of the effective interest method. This category of financial assets includes cash and cash equivalents 
and trade and other receivables. 

A provision for impairment of trade receivables is established when there is objective evidence that the Company may not be 
able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of the receivables. Significant financial difficulties of the debtor, 
probability that the debtor will enter bankruptcy or financial reorganization, and default or delinquency in payments (more than 
30 days past the due date) are considered indicators that the trade receivable may be impaired. The amount of the provision is 
the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash  flows, discounted at the 
original effective interest rate. The carrying amount of the asset is reduced through the use of an allowance account, and the 
amount of the loss is recognized in the statement of operations. When a trade receivable is uncollectible, it is written off against 
the allowance account for trade receivables. 

Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and short-term deposit, highly liquid investments that are readily convertible 
to known amounts of cash which are subject to insignificant risk of changes in value and maturity of three months or less from 
the date of acquisition. 

Financial liabilities 

Financial liabilities classified as other liabilities include amounts borrowed under credit facilities, trade payables and accrued 
charges, dividends payable and long-term debt. The Company determines the classification of its financial liabilities at initial 
recognition. All financial liabilities are initially recognized at fair value. For interest-bearing loans and borrowings this is the 
fair value of the proceeds received net of issue costs associated with the borrowing. After initial recognition, financial liabilities 
are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method. Amortized cost is calculated by taking into 
account any issue costs, and any discount or premium on settlement. Gains and losses arising on the repurchase, settlement or 
cancellation of liabilities are recognized in statement of operations.  

Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount reported in the balance sheet when there is a legally enforceable 
right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realise the asset and settle the liability 
simultaneously. 

Derivative financial instruments 

Derivative financial instruments, used periodically by the Company to manage exposure to market risks relating to commodity 
prices, interest rates, share based compensation and foreign currency exchange rates, are not designated as hedges. They are 
recorded at fair value and recorded on the Company’s balance sheet as either an asset, when the fair value is positive, or a 
liability, when the fair value is negative. Changes in fair value are recorded immediately in the statement of operations. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Inventories 

Inventories are carried at the lower of cost and net realizable value, with cost determined using a weighted average cost method. 
Net realizable value is the estimated selling price less applicable selling expenses. If carrying  value exceeds  net realizable 
amount, a write down is recognized.  The write down may be reversed in a subsequent period if the circumstances which caused 
it no longer exist. 

Leases - lessee 

A finance lease is a lease that transfers substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of an asset to the lessee.  Assets 
acquired under finance leases are recorded in the balance sheet as property, plant and equipment at the lower of their fair value 
and the present value of the minimum lease payments and depreciated over the shorter of their estimated useful life or their 
lease terms. The corresponding rental obligations are included in other long-term liabilities as finance lease liabilities. Interest 
incurred on finance leases is charged to the statement of operations on an accrual basis. 

All other leases are operating leases, and the rental of these is charged to the statement of operations as incurred over the lease 
term.  

Leases - lessor 

Contractual arrangements that transfer substantially all the risks and benefits of ownership of property to the lessee are recorded 
as a net investment in a finance lease.  The present value of minimum lease receivable under such arrangements are recorded 
as an investment in finance lease and the finance income is recognized in a manner that produces a consistent rate of return on 
the investment in the finance lease and is included in revenue. 

Operating lease income is recognized in the statement of operations as it is earned over the lease term. 

Provisions and contingencies 

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation, legal or constructive, as a result of a past event, it is 
probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits  will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable 
estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Where appropriate, the future cash flow estimates are adjusted to reflect 
risks specific to the liability. 

If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are determined by discounting the expected future cash flows at 
a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money. Where discounting is used, the increase in 
the provision due to the passage of time is recognized within finance costs. 

A contingent liability is disclosed where the existence of an obligation will only be confirmed by future events or where the 
amount  of  the  obligation  cannot  be  measured  reliably  and  outflow  of  cash  is  less  than  remote.  Contingent  assets  are  not 
recognized, but are disclosed when an inflow of economic benefits is probable. 

Decommissioning 

Liabilities for site restoration on the retirement of assets are recognized when the Company has an obligation to restore the site, 
and when a reliable estimate of that liability can be made. An obligation may also crystallize during the period of operation of 
a facility through a change in legislation or through a decision to terminate operations. The amount recognized is the present 
value of the estimated future expenditure determined in accordance with local conditions and requirements. The present value 
is determined by discounting the expenditures expected to be required to settle the obligation using a risk-free discount rate. 
Actual expenditures incurred are charged against the accumulated liability. 

A corresponding item of property, plant and equipment of an amount equivalent to the provision is also created. The amount 
capitalized  in  property,  plant  and  equipment  is  depreciated  over  the  useful  life  of  the  related  asset.    Increases  in  the 
decommissioning liabilities resulting from the passage of time are recognized as a finance cost in the consolidated statement 
of operations. Other than the unwinding of the discount on the provision, any change in the present value of the estimated 
expenditure is reflected as an adjustment to the provision and the corresponding item of property, plant and equipment. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Environmental liabilities 

Environmental liabilities are recognized when a remediation is probable and the associated costs can be reliably estimated. 
Generally, the timing of recognition of these provisions coincides with the completion of a feasibility study or a commitment 
to a formal plan of action. The amount recognized is the best estimate of the expenditure required. Where the liability will not 
be settled for a number of years, the amount recognized is the present value of the estimated future expenditure using a risk-
free discount rate. 

Employee benefits 

Defined benefit pension plan  

The  liability  recognised  in  the  balance  sheet  in  respect  of  defined  benefit  plans  is  the  present  value  of  the  defined  benefit 
obligation  at  the  end  of  the  reporting  period  less  the  fair  value  of  plan  assets.  The  defined  benefit  obligation  is  calculated 
annually by independent actuaries using the projected unit credit method. The present value of the defined benefit obligation is 
determined  by  discounting  the  estimated  future  cash  outflows  using  interest  rates  of  high-quality  corporate  bonds  that  are 
denominated in the currency in which the benefits will be paid, and that have terms to maturity approximating to the terms of 
the related pension obligation. 

Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged or credited 
to equity in other comprehensive income in the period in which they arise. 

Past-service costs or credits are recognised immediately in statement of operations. 

Defined contribution pension plans 

The Company’s defined contribution plans are funded as specified in the plans and the pension expense is recorded as the 
benefits are earned by employees and funded by the Company. 

Share-based payments 

The Company’s equity incentive plan allows for the granting of stock options, restricted share units with time based vesting 
(RSUs) and performance share units (PSUs) with performance based vesting conditions and deferred share units (DSUs) that 
vest on the date such employee redeems the DSUs after their cessation of employment with the Company. 

The fair value of grants made under the employee share award plan is measured at the date of grant of the award.  The resulting 
cost, as adjusted for the expected and actual level of vesting of the awards, is expensed over the period in which the awards 
vest.  

At each balance sheet date before vesting, the cumulative expense is calculated, representing the extent to which the vesting 
period has expired and management’s best estimate of the number of equity instruments that will ultimately vest. 

The movement in the cumulative expense since the previous balance sheet date is recognized in the statement of operations 
with a corresponding impact to contributed surplus. 

The fair value of RSUs, PSUs and DSUs are equal to the Company five days weighted average share price at the date of grant.   

The  fair  value  of  options  is  measured  by  using  the  Black-Scholes  model.  The  Black-Scholes  option  valuation  model  was 
developed for use in estimating the fair value of traded options that have no vesting restrictions and are fully transferable and 
it requires the input of highly subjective assumptions. Expected volatility of the stock is based on a combination of the historical 
stock price of the Company and also of comparable companies in the industry. The expected term of options represents the 
period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding. The risk-free rate is based on the Government of Canada’s 
Canadian Bond Yields with a remaining term equal to the expected life of the options used in the Black-Scholes valuation 
model.  

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Termination benefit 

The  Company  recognizes  termination  benefits  as  an  expense  when  it  is  demonstrably  committed  to  either  terminating  the 
employment of current employees according to a detailed formal plan without possibility of withdrawal, or providing benefits 
as a result of an offer made to encourage voluntary termination. 

Income taxes 

Income tax expense represents the sum of the income tax currently payable and deferred income tax. Interest and penalties 
relating to income tax are also included in income tax expense. 

The income tax currently payable is based on the taxable income for the period. Taxable income differs from net income as 
reported in the statement of operations because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other 
periods and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The Company’s liability for current income tax is 
calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. 

Deferred income tax is provided for using the liability method of accounting. Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are 
determined based on differences between the financial reporting and income tax basis of assets and liabilities. These differences 
are then measured using enacted or substantially enacted income tax rates and laws that will be in effect when these differences 
are expected to reverse. The effect of a change in income tax rates on deferred tax assets and liabilities is recognized in income 
in the period that the change occurs. Deferred income tax assets are recognized for tax loss carry-forwards to the extent that 
the realization of the related tax benefit through future taxable profits is probable.  

Revenue recognition 

Product revenues associated with the sales of crude oil, diluent, natural gas liquids, road asphalt, roofing flux, wellsite fluids 
and distillate owned by the Company are recognized when the risk of ownership passes to the customer and physical delivery 
occurs, the price is fixed and collection is reasonably assured. Sales terms are generally FOB shipping point, in which case the 
sales are recorded at the time of shipment, because this is when title and risk of loss are transferred. All payments received 
before delivery are recorded as deferred revenue and are recognized as revenue when delivery occurs, assuming all other criteria 
are met. Freight costs billed to customers are recorded as a component of revenue. Revenues from buy/sell transactions whereby 
the Company effectively is acting as an agent are recorded on a net basis.  

Revenue  associated  with  the  provision  of  services  such  as  transportation,  terminalling  and  environmental  services  are 
recognized when the services are provided, the price is fixed and collection is reasonably assured. Revenue from pipeline tariffs 
and fees are based on volumes and rates as the pipeline is being used. Long-term take-or-pay contracts, under which shippers 
are obligated to pay fixed amounts ratably over the contract period regardless of volumes shipped, may contain make-up rights. 
Make-up rights are earned by shippers when minimum volume commitments are not utilized during the period but under certain 
circumstances can be used to offset overages in future periods, subject to expiry periods. The Company recognizes revenues 
associated with make-up rights at the earlier of when the make-up volume is shipped, the make-up right expires or when it is 
determined that the likelihood that the shipper will utilize the make-up right is remote. Revenue from pipeline tariffs and fees 
are based on volumes and rates as the pipeline is being used. Revenue from equipment rentals and non-refundable propane 
tank fees are recorded in deferred revenue and are recognized in revenue on a straight line basis over the rental period, typically 
one year. 

Excise taxes are reported gross within sales and other operating revenues and taxes other than income taxes, while other sales 
and value-added taxes are recorded net in operating expenses. 

Cost of sales 

Cost of  sales  includes the cost of finished goods inventory (including depreciation, amortization and impairment charges), 
processing  costs,  costs  related  to  transportation,  inventory  write  downs  and  reversals,  and  gains  and  losses  on  derivative 
financial instruments relating to commodities. 

Interest 

Interest income and expense is recognized in the statement of operations using the effective interest method. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Borrowing costs 

General and specific borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets, 
which are assets that take a substantial period of time to get ready for their intended use or sale, are added to the cost of those 
assets,  until  such  time  as  the  assets  are  substantially  ready  for  their  intended  use  or  sale.  All  other  borrowing  costs  are 
recognized in the statement of operations in the period in which they are incurred. 

Share capital 

Common  and  preferred  shares  are  classified  as  equity.  Incremental  costs  directly  attributable  to  the  issuance  of  shares  are 
recognized as a deduction from equity. 

Per share amounts 

Basic per share amounts are calculated using the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. Diluted per 
share amounts are calculated giving effect to the potential dilution that would occur if stock options and other equity awards 
were exercised or converted into common shares. 

Dividends 

Dividends on common shares are recognized in the period in which the dividends are approved by the Board. 

Segmental reporting 

The  Company  determines  its  reportable  segments  based  on  the  nature  of  its  operations,  which  is  consistent  with  how  the 
business is managed and results are reported to the chief operating decision maker. Each operating segment also uses a measure 
of profit and loss that represents segment profit. The chief operating decision maker, who is responsible for resource allocation 
and assessing performance of the operating segments, has been identified as the President and Chief Executive Officer.  

Critical accounting estimates and judgements 

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with IFRS requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also 
requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Company’s accounting policies. Estimates and 
judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future 
events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. 

Critical accounting estimates and assumptions 

The  preparation  of  financial  statements  requires  management  to  make  estimates  and  assumptions  that  affect  the  reported 
amounts of assets and liabilities as well as the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the balance sheet date and the 
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual outcomes could differ from those estimates. 
The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets 
and liabilities within the next financial year are addressed below. 

Fair value of assets and liabilities acquired in a business combination  

In conjunction with each business combination, the Company must allocate the cost of the acquired entity to the assets and 
liabilities  assumed  based  on  their  estimated  fair  values  at  the  date  of  acquisition.  Determining  the  fair  value  of  assets  and 
liabilities acquired, as well as intangible assets that relate to such items as customer relationships, brands and contracts involves 
professional judgment and is ultimately based on acquisition models and management’s assessment of the value of the assets 
and  liabilities  acquired  and,  to  the  extent  available,  third  party  assessments.  Uncertainties  associated  with  these  estimates 
include changes in production volumes, changes in commodity prices, fluctuations in capacity or product slates, economic 
obsolescence factors in the area and potential future sources of cash flow. During the measurement period, the fair value of 
assets acquired and liabilities assumed may be adjusted when the initial accounting for business combination is recorded based 
on  provisional  amounts.  Although  the  resolution  of  these  uncertainties  has  not  historically  had  a  material  impact  on  the 
Company’s results of operations or financial condition, the actual amounts may vary significantly from estimated amounts. 
Any excess of the cost of acquisition over the net fair value of the identifiable assets acquired is recognized as goodwill. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Impairment assessment of non-financial assets  

The Company tests annually whether goodwill of an operating segment has suffered any impairment, in accordance with the 
Company’s accounting policy. The recoverable amounts of the operating segments are determined based on fair value less 
costs of disposal calculations which require the use of estimates. The Company also assesses at least annually whether there 
have been any events or changes in circumstances that indicate that property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets 
may be impaired and an impairment review is carried out whenever such an assessment indicates that the carrying amount may 
not be recoverable.  

In the impairment analysis of the Company’s assets, some of the key assumptions used in estimating future cash flows include 
revenue growth, future commodity prices, expected margin, expected sales volumes, cost structures and the outlook of market 
supply and demand conditions appropriate to the local circumstances and macro-economic environment. These assumptions 
and estimates are uncertain and are subject to change as new information becomes available. Changes in economic conditions 
can also affect the rate used to discount future cash flow estimates.  

Income taxes 

The Company is subject to income taxes in Canada and the United States of America. Tax provisions are recognized when it 
is considered probable that there will be a future outflow of funds to a taxing authority. In such cases, provision is made for 
the amount that is expected to be settled, where this can be reasonably estimated. This requires management to make some 
assumptions  as  to  the  ultimate  outcome,  which  can  change  over  time  depending  on  facts  and  circumstances.  A  change  in 
estimate of the likelihood of a future outflow and/or in the expected amount to be settled would be recognized in statement of 
operations in the period in which the change occurs.  

Fair value of derivatives financial instruments 

The Company reflects the fair value of derivative financial instruments based on valuation information from third parties. The 
calculation of the fair value of certain of these instruments is based on proprietary models and assumptions of third parties 
because such instruments are not quoted on an active market. Additionally, estimates of fair value may vary among different 
models due to a difference in assumptions applied, such as the estimate of prevailing market prices, volatility, correlations and 
other factors, and may not be reflective of the price at which they can be settled due to the lack of a liquid market. As a result 
of changes in key assumptions, the actual amounts may vary significantly from estimated amounts. 

Provisions 

Accruals for decommissioning and environmental remediation are recorded when it is considered probable and the costs can 
be reasonably estimated. A number of factors affect the cost of environmental remediation, including the determination of the 
extent  of  contamination,  the  length  of  time  remediation  may  require,  the  complexity  of  environmental  regulations  and  the 
advancement of technology. Considering these factors, the Company has estimated the costs of remediation, which are likely 
to be incurred in future years. The Company believes the provisions made for environmental matters are adequate, however it 
is reasonably possible that actual costs may differ from the estimated accrual, if the selected methods of remediation do not 
adequately reduce the contaminates and if further remedial action is required. The Company uses third-party environmental 
evaluators, where possible, to obtain the estimates of decommissioning and environmental provision.  

Critical judgements in applying the Company’s accounting policies 

Identification of cash-generating unit (“CGU”) 

For the purposes of impairment testing, assets are grouped at the lowest levels of integrated assets that generate identifiable 
cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows of other assets or groups of assets, termed as a CGU. The allocation 
of  assets  into  a  CGU  requires  significant  judgment  and  interpretations  with  respect  to  the  integration  between  assets,  the 
existence of active markets, similar exposure to market risks, shared infrastructures and the way in which management monitors 
the operations. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Investment in finance leases 

In determining whether certain of the Company’s long-term tank storage arrangements are, or contain, a lease, the Company 
must use judgement in assessing whether the fulfilment of the arrangement is dependent on the use of a specific asset and the 
arrangement conveys the right to use the assets. For those arrangements considered to be a lease, further judgement is required 
to  determine  whether  substantially  all  of  the  significant  risks  and  rewards  of  ownership  are  transferred  to  the  customer  or 
remain with the Company, to appropriately account for the arrangement as a finance or operating lease. These judgements can 
be significant as to how the Company classifies amounts related to the arrangements as property, plant and equipment or net 
investment in finance lease on the balance sheet. The Company has determined, based on the terms and conditions of these 
arrangements,  that  the  substantial  risks  and  rewards  to  the  ownership  of  certain  storage  tanks  have  been  transferred  to  the 
customer, and accordingly, these storage tanks have been recognized as an investment in finance lease. 

Current and deferred taxation 

The computation of the Company’s income tax expense involves the interpretation of applicable tax laws and regulations in 
many jurisdictions. The resolution of tax positions taken by the Company can take significant time to complete and in some 
cases it is difficult to predict the ultimate outcome. In addition, the Company has carry-forward tax losses in certain taxing 
jurisdictions that are available to offset against future taxable profit. This involves an assessment of when those deferred tax 
assets are likely to be realized, and a judgment as to whether or not there will be sufficient taxable profits available to offset 
the  tax  assets  when  they  do  reverse.  This  requires  assumptions  regarding  future  profitability  and  is  therefore  inherently 
uncertain. To the extent assumptions regarding future profitability change, there can be an increase or decrease in the amounts 
recognized in respect of deferred tax assets as well as in the amounts recognized in statement of operations in the period in 
which the change occurs. However, deferred income tax assets are recognized only to the extent that it is probable that taxable 
profit  will be available against  which the  unused tax losses can be utilized. To the extent that actual outcomes differ from 
management’s estimates, income tax charges or credits may arise in future periods. 

4  Changes in accounting policies and disclosures 

New and amended standards adopted by the Company  

The Company adopted the following new and revised standards, along with any consequential amendments. These changes 
were made in accordance with applicable transitional provisions. 
•  The annual improvements process addresses issues in the 2010-2012 and 2011-2013 reporting cycles including changes 
to  IFRS  13,  Fair  value  measurements,  IFRS  8,  Operating  segments  and  IAS  24,  Related  party  transactions.  These 
improvements  are  effective  for  annual  periods  beginning  on  or  after  July  1,  2014.  The  impact  of  adopting  these 
improvements did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

•

IAS 19, Employee benefits (“IAS 19”), has been amended to clarify the application of requirements to plans that require 
employees or third parties to contribute toward the cost of the benefits. The amendment to IAS 19 is effective for annual 
periods beginning on or after July 1, 2014. The impact of adopting this amendment did not have a material impact on the 
consolidated financial statements. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

New standards and interpretations issued but not yet adopted  

The following provides information requiring new standards and interpretations that have been issued but not yet adopted by 
the Company: 

•
  The annual improvements process addresses issues in the 2012-2014 reporting cycles including changes to IFRS 5, Non-
current assets held for sale and discontinued operations, IFRS 7, Financial instruments: Disclosures, IAS 19, Employee 
benefits, and IAS 34, Interim financial reporting. These improvements are effective  for periods beginning on or after 
January  1,  2016.  The  adoption  of  these  improvements  will  not  have  a  material  impact  on  the  consolidated  financial 
statements. 

•

IAS  1,  Presentation  of  financial  statements  (“IAS  1”),  has  been  amended  to  clarify  the  guidance  on  materiality  and 
aggregation, the presentation of subtotals, the structure of financial statements and the disclosure of accounting policies. 
The amendment to IAS 1 is  effective for annual periods beginning on or after January  1, 2016. The adoption of this 
amendment will not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

•  The IASB completed the final element of its comprehensive publication of IFRS 9 Financial Instruments in July 2014. 
The package of improvements introduced by IFRS 9 includes a logical model for classification and measurement, a single, 
forward-looking ‘expected loss’ impairment model and a substantially-reformed approach to hedge accounting. The IASB 
has previously published versions of IFRS 9 that introduced new classification and measurement requirements (in 2009 
and 2010) and a new hedge accounting model (in 2013). The July 2014 publication represents the final version of the 
Standard, replaces earlier versions of IFRS 9 and completes the IASB’s project to replace IAS 39 Financial Instruments: 
Recognition and Measurement. IFRS 9 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2018. The Company 
is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this standard on its consolidated financial statements. 

• 

• 

•

IFRS 10, Consolidated financial statements (“IFRS 10”), and IAS 28, Investments in associates and joint ventures (“IAS 
28”), has been amended to address an inconsistency between IFRS 10 and IAS 28 in regards to a sale or contribution of 
assets between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The main consequence of the amendments is that a full gain 
or loss is recognized when the transaction involves a business combination, and whereas a partial gain is recognized when 
the transaction involves the assets that do not constitute a business. Additionally, the amendments clarify the exception 
from  preparing  consolidated  financial  statements,  the  consolidation  requirements  for  subsidiaries  which  act  as  an 
extension  of  an  investment  entity,  and  the  requirements  for  equity  accounting  for  investments  in  associates  and  joint 
ventures. The amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 are effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2016. 
The adoption of these amendments will not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements. 

IFRS 15, Revenue from contracts with customers (“IFRS 15”), has been issued as a new standard on revenue recognition 
and will supersede IAS 18, Revenue, IAS 11, Construction Contracts and related interpretations. IFRS 15 is effective for 
annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting this 
standard on its consolidated financial statements. 

IFRS 16, Leases (“IFRS 16”), has been issued as a new standard on leases and will supersede IAS 17. IFRS 16 is effective 
for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2019. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of adopting 
this standard on its consolidated financial statements. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

5  Business combinations  

The Company completed the following business combinations in 2015: 

Littlehawk Enterprises Ltd (“Littlehawk”)  
On February 1, 2015, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Littlehawk for total cash 
consideration of $11.5 million. Littlehawk is a private Canadian company which operates hydrovac units that specialize in 
hydro excavation, pressure testing and water hauling for the construction and energy industries.  

The following table summarizes the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date: 

Fair Value 

Trade and other receivables ..................................................................................................................................     $ 
Inventories.............................................................................................................................................................  
Prepaid and other assets ........................................................................................................................................  
Property, plant and equipment ..............................................................................................................................  
Goodwill(1)  ...........................................................................................................................................................  
Intangible assets (2) ................................................................................................................................................  
Other long-term assets ..........................................................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges .....................................................................................................................  
Deferred income tax liabilities ..............................................................................................................................  
Net assets acquired ................................................................................................................................................     $ 

1,784 
128 
57 
8,123 
1,533 
1,754 
48 
(505) 
(1,391) 
11,531 

The total consideration includes contingent consideration of $0.6 million that the Company has recorded as it expects that 
the specified targets will be achieved. 
(1)  The goodwill arising on the acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes.  
(2)  Consists of customer relationships of $0.2 million and non-compete agreements of $1.6 million. 
The  goodwill  arising  from  the  acquisition  is  attributable  to  the  expected  synergies  with  the  Company’s  existing  Truck 
Transportation segment. The goodwill for this acquisition is allocated to the Truck Transportation segment. 

The fair value of trade receivables is $1.8 million, which approximates their gross contractual amount. 

Ross Eriksmoen, Inc, GWCC, LLC, Frontier Ventures, LLC (collectively doing business as “T&R Transport”)  
On July 1, 2015, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding ownership interests of T&R Transport for total cash 
consideration  of  $34.9  million.  T&R  transports  water  and  oil  field  waste  and  provides  related  transportation  services  to 
customers in the oil, gas, and petrochemical industry throughout the Bakken region of North Dakota. 

The following table summarizes the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date: 

Fair Value 

Trade and other receivables ..................................................................................................................................     $ 
Inventories.............................................................................................................................................................  
Prepaid and other assets ........................................................................................................................................  
Property, plant and equipment ..............................................................................................................................  
Goodwill(1)  ...........................................................................................................................................................  
Intangible assets (2) ................................................................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges  ....................................................................................................................  
Net assets acquired ................................................................................................................................................     $ 

8,501 
619 
67 
22,578 
6,226 
3,133 
(6,197) 
34,927 

The total consideration includes contingent consideration of $6.2 million that the Company has recorded as it expects that 
the specified targets will be achieved. 
(1)  The goodwill arising on the acquisition is deductible for tax purposes.  
(2)  Consists of customer relationships of $1.3 million and non-compete agreements of $1.8 million. 
The goodwill arising from the acquisition is attributable to the expected synergies with the Company’s existing Environmental 
Services segment. The goodwill for this acquisition is allocated to the Environmental Services segment. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The fair value of trade receivables is $8.5 million, which approximates their gross contractual amount. 

Additional Information 
If the Littlehawk and T&R Transport acquisitions had occurred on January 1, 2015, the Company estimates that it would have 
reported combined revenue of $5,621.9 million and net loss before income taxes of $286.1 million for the year ended December 
31, 2015. From the date that each acquisition was completed to December 31, 2015, the acquisitions contributed revenue of 
$23.7 million and net loss before income taxes of $0.4 million. 

The Company completed the following business combinations in 2014: 

Cal-Gas Inc. (“Cal-Gas”)  
On  August  1,  2014,  the  Company  acquired  all  of  the  issued  and  outstanding  common  shares  of  Cal-Gas  for  total  cash 
consideration of $96.4 million, including final closing adjustments. Cal-Gas is a provider of propane and related equipment, 
service and delivery to commercial, industrial and residential customers in Western Canada and Northwestern Ontario.  

The following table summarizes the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date: 

Trade and other receivables ..............................................................................................................................    
Inventories.........................................................................................................................................................  
Prepaid and other assets ....................................................................................................................................  
Property, plant and equipment ..........................................................................................................................  
Goodwill(1)  .......................................................................................................................................................  
Intangible assets (2) ............................................................................................................................................  
Other long-term assets ......................................................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges .................................................................................................................  
Deferred revenue ...............................................................................................................................................  
Provisions ..........................................................................................................................................................  
Deferred income tax liabilities ..........................................................................................................................  
Net assets acquired ............................................................................................................................................    

Fair Value 

$ 

$ 

11,314 
1,457 
331 
64,401 
29,152 
7,534 
105 
(10,957) 
(442) 
(90) 
(6,420) 
96,385 

(3)  The goodwill arising on the acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes.  
(4)  Consists of customer relationships of $5.1 million and non-compete agreements of $2.4 million. 
Acquisition-related  costs  of  $0.3  million  have  been  charged  to  general  and  administrative  expenses  in  the  consolidated 
statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2014. 

The  goodwill  arising  from  the  acquisition  is  attributable  to  the  expected  synergies  with  the  Company’s  existing  propane 
operations within the Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment. The goodwill for this acquisition is allocated to 
the Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment. 

The fair value of trade receivables is $11.3 million, which approximates its gross contractual amount. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Stittco Energy Limited (“Stittco”)  
On April 1, 2014, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Stittco for total cash consideration 
of $32.1 million including final closing adjustments. Stittco is a provider of propane and related equipment, service and delivery 
to commercial, industrial and residential customers in northern Manitoba and the Northwest Territories.  

The following table summarizes the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the acquisition date: 

Trade and other receivables ..............................................................................................................................    
Inventories.........................................................................................................................................................  
Prepaid and other assets ....................................................................................................................................  
Property, plant and equipment ..........................................................................................................................  
Goodwill(1)  .......................................................................................................................................................  
Intangible assets (2) ............................................................................................................................................  
Trade payables and accrued charges .................................................................................................................  
Income taxes payable ........................................................................................................................................  
Other liabilities ..................................................................................................................................................  
Provisions ..........................................................................................................................................................  
Deferred income tax liabilities ..........................................................................................................................  
Net assets acquired ............................................................................................................................................    

Fair Value 

$ 

$ 

12,818 
4,922 
253 
15,653 
4,837 
5,660 
(4,068) 
(1,270) 
(2,007) 
(734) 
(4,009) 
32,055 

(1)  The goodwill arising on the acquisition is not deductible for tax purposes.  
(2)  Consists of customer relationships of $5.4 million, and non-compete agreements of $0.3 million. 
Acquisition-related  costs  of  $0.2  million  have  been  charged  to  general  and  administrative  expenses  in  the  consolidated 
statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2014. 

The  goodwill  arising  from  the  acquisition  is  attributable  to  the  expected  synergies  with  the  Company’s  existing  propane 
operations within the Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment. The goodwill for this acquisition is allocated to 
the Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution segment. 

The fair value of trade receivables is $12.8 million, which approximates its gross contractual amount. 

6  Trade and other receivables 

Trade receivables ............................................................................................................  
Allowance for doubtful accounts ....................................................................................  
Trade receivables - net ....................................................................................................  
Risk management assets (note 28) ..................................................................................  
Deposits held as collateral ...............................................................................................  
Broker accounts receivable .............................................................................................  
Indirect taxes receivable ..................................................................................................  
Other ...............................................................................................................................  

December 31, 

2015 

  $ 

  $ 

353,485 
(1,950) 
351,535 
8,415 
43 
1,561 
5,579 
3,180 
370,313 

  $ 

  $ 

2014 

599,546 
(4,678) 
594,868 
18,702 
898 
4,554 
15,377 
6,884 
641,283 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Allowance for doubtful accounts 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Opening balance ..............................................................................................................    
Additional allowances .....................................................................................................  
Receivables written off as uncollectible ..........................................................................  
Recoveries .......................................................................................................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates ....................................................................  
Closing balance ...............................................................................................................    

$ 

$ 

4,678 
35 
(2,953) 
(31) 
221 
1,950 

$ 

$ 

4,092 
1,708 
(1,191) 
(73) 
142 
4,678 

7 

Inventories 

Crude oil..........................................................................................................................    
Diluent ............................................................................................................................  
Asphalt ............................................................................................................................  
Natural gas liquids ..........................................................................................................  
Wellsite fluids and distillate ............................................................................................  
Spare parts and other .......................................................................................................  

December 31, 
2015 

2014 

$ 

46,876   
1,244   
10,928   
22,238   
8,856   
17,451   
$  107,593   

$ 

68,883 
2,889 
15,922 
41,230 
11,727 
14,286 
$  154,937 

The cost of the inventory sold included in cost of sales was $4,351.6 million and $7,149.1 million for the year ended December 
31, 2015 and 2014, respectively.  

8  Net investment in finance leases 

The following summarizes the Company’s net investment in arrangements whereby the Company has entered into fixed term 
contractual  arrangements  to  allow  customers  to  have  dedicated  use  of  certain  tanks  owned  by  the  Company.  These 
arrangements are accounted for as finance leases: 

Total minimum lease payments receivable .....................................................................    
Residual value .................................................................................................................  
Unearned income ............................................................................................................  

Less: current portion .......................................................................................................  
Net investment in finance lease : non-current portion.....................................................    

December 31, 
2015 

2014 

$  329,806   
35,858   
(271,230)  
94,434   
1,045   
93,389   

$ 

$  353,392 
35,858 
(293,955) 
95,295 
908 
94,387 

$ 

The minimum lease receivables are expected to be as follows: 

2016 .................................................................................................................................................................... 
2017 .................................................................................................................................................................... 
2018 .................................................................................................................................................................... 
2019 .................................................................................................................................................................... 
2020 .................................................................................................................................................................... 
2021 and later ...................................................................................................................................................... 

  $  23,548 
23,548 
23,548 
23,548 
23,548 
212,066 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

9  Property, plant and equipment  

Land & 
Buildings 

Pipelines 
and 
Connections 

Tanks 

Rolling 
Stock 

Plant, 
Equipment & 
Disposal 
wells 

Cost: 
At January 1, 2015 ......................     $ 159,631    $  137,434    $ 430,153    $  454,493    $  668,425 
26,671 
Additions ....................................  
(2,197) 
Disposals .....................................  
Acquisitions through business 

2,144 
(13,676) 

57,372 
(177) 

7,964 
(1,506) 

4,222 
- 

Work in 
Progress 

Total 

 $200,400    $ 2,050,536 
376,479 
(17,556) 

278,106 
- 

combinations (note 5) ..............  
Reclassifications .........................  
Change in decommissioning 

provision (note 16) ..................  

Effect of movements in 

5,741 
29,772 

- 
23,818 

- 
47,532 

6,773 
- 

18,187 
99,659 

- 
(200,781) 

30,701 
- 

- 

2,705 

5,740 

- 

9,180 

- 

17,625 

exchange rates .........................  

23,186 
At December 31, 2015 ................     $ 207,519    $  168,179    $ 542,750    $  491,946    $  843,111 

42,212 

5,917 

2,130 

- 

Accumulated depreciation and 

impairment: 

At January 1, 2015 ......................     $  25,599    $ 
Depreciation ................................  
Impairment .................................  
Disposals .....................................  
Effect of movements in 

5,773 
385 
(324) 

exchange rates .........................  

508 

At December 31, 2015 ................     $  31,941    $ 

52,652    $  78,211    $  184,624    $  214,881 
82,066 
9,996 
12,045 
- 
(1,450) 
- 

60,952 
1,034 
(11,531) 

23,187 
- 
(247) 

- 

18,098 
62,648    $ 101,156    $  251,585    $  325,640 

16,506 

5 

12,857 

86,302 
 $290,582   $ 2,544,087 

 $ 

 $ 

-    $  555,967 
181,974 
- 
13,464 
- 
(13,552) 
- 

- 
35,117 
-    $  772,970 

Carrying amounts: 
At January 1, 2015 ......................     $ 134,032    $  84,782 
105,531 
At December 31, 2015 ................  

175,578 

 $ 351,942    $  269,869    $  453,544 
517,470 
240,361 

441,594 

  $200,400   $ 1,494,569 
1,771,117 

290,582 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Land & 
Buildings 

Pipelines 
and 
Connections 

Tanks 

Rolling 
Stock 

Plant, 
Equipment & 
Disposal 
wells 

Cost: 
At January 1, 2014 ......................     $ 113,292    $  128,360    $ 266,947    $  400,671   $  524,655 
50,454 
Additions ....................................  
(2,050) 
Disposals .....................................  
Acquisitions through business 

38,438 
(11,670) 

25,535 
(22) 

9,155 
(798) 

3,971 
- 

Work in 
Progress 

Total 

 $  86,464    $ 1,520,389 
391,270 
(14,540) 

263,717 
- 

combinations (note 5) ..............  

13,150 

- 

53,879 

8,016 

5,009 

- 

80,054 

Transfer to net investment in 

finance leases ...........................  
Reclassifications .........................  
Change in decommissioning 

provision (note 16) ..................  

Effect of movements in 

- 
6,510 

- 
517 

(2,026) 
85,557 

- 
2,967 

- 
54,629 

- 
(150,180) 

(2,026) 
- 

- 

4,586 

16,225 

- 

23,828 

- 

44,639 

exchange rates .........................  

11,900 
At December 31, 2014 ................     $ 159,631    $  137,434    $ 430,153    $  454,493   $  668,425 

16,071 

1,166 

1,214 

- 

Accumulated depreciation and 

impairment: 

At January 1, 2014 ......................     $  20,706    $  43,579    $  58,377    $  132,214   $  145,657 
66,754 
Depreciation ................................  
(1,252) 
Disposals .....................................  
Effect of movements in 

19,494 
(244) 

54,781 
(8,605)

4,832 
(22) 

9,073 
- 

399 

30,750 
 $200,400   $ 2,050,536 

 $ 

-    $  400,533 
154,934 
- 
(10,123) 
- 

exchange rates .........................  

83 

- 

584 

6,234 

3,722 

- 

10,623 

At December 31, 2014 ................     $  25,599    $  52,652    $  78,211    $  184,624   $  214,881 

 $ 

-    $  555,967 

Carrying amounts: 
At January 1, 2014 ......................     $  92,586    $  84,781 
84,782 
At December 31, 2014 ................  

134,032 

 $ 208,570    $  268,457   $  378,998 
453,544 

351,942 

269,869 

  $ 86,464    $ 1,119,856 
1,494,569 

200,400 

Additions to property, plant and equipment includes capitalization of interest of $12.2 million and $7.2 million for the year 
ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively.  

Property,  plant  and  equipment  are  reviewed  for  impairment  whenever  events  or  conditions  indicate  that  their  net  carrying 
amount may not be recoverable.  As a result of the continued general market downturn in 2015, the Company recorded an 
impairment loss of $13.5 million that was recorded as additional depreciation. Of the impairment loss recorded, $12.8 million 
related to assets within the Environmental Services segment and $0.7 million related to assets within the Truck Transportation 
segment.  

10  Long-term prepaid expenses and other assets 

Risk management assets (note 28) ............................................................................  
Long-term prepaid expenses .....................................................................................  
Defined benefit pension plan assets ..........................................................................  
Other assets ...............................................................................................................  

December 31, 

2015 

- 
1,189 
1,084 
2,291 
4,564 

2014 

34,855 
1,381 
989 
2,553 
39,778 

  $ 

  $ 

  $ 

  $ 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

11  Income tax 

The major components of income tax are as follows: 

Current tax provision 
Current tax on income for the year ..........................................................................  
Adjustments in respect of prior years ......................................................................  
Total current tax provision ...................................................................................  
Deferred tax recovery ..............................................................................................  
Origination and reversal of temporary differences ..................................................  
Total deferred tax recovery ..................................................................................  
Income tax provision (recovery) ..............................................................................  

$ 

$ 

39,904 
8,195 
48,099 
(48,892) 
(5,895) 
(54,787) 
(6,688) 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

$ 

$ 

48,274 
275 
48,549 
(12,886) 
(75) 
(12,961) 
35,588 

The income tax provision (recovery) differs from the amounts which would be obtained by applying the Canadian statutory 
income tax rate to income before income taxes. These differences result from the following items: 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Income (loss) before income taxes ..........................................................................  
Statutory income tax rate .........................................................................................  
Computed income tax provision ..............................................................................  
Increase (decrease) in income tax resulting from: 

$  (287,344) 

26.13%   
(75,083) 

Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt, net ..................................................  
Foreign exchange loss, other ............................................................................  
Non-deductible expenses ..................................................................................  
Stock based compensation ................................................................................  
Non-taxable dividends ......................................................................................  
Rate differential on foreign taxes .....................................................................  
Goodwill impairment ........................................................................................  
Impact of corporate rate changes ......................................................................  
Other, including revisions in previous tax estimates and rate reductions .........  

Effective income tax rate .........................................................................................  

Current .....................................................................................................................  
Deferred ...................................................................................................................  

14,622 
15,227 
1,015 
5,325 
(13,863) 
(8,237) 
45,978 
6,825 
1,503 
(6,688) 

2.3% 

48,099 
(54,787) 
(6,688) 

$ 

$ 

$  127,529 
25.3% 
32,265 

4,646 
4,704 
484 
3,533 
(12,014) 
2,173 
- 
- 
(203) 
$  35,588 

27.9% 

48,549 
(12,961) 
$  35,588 

The increase in the statutory rate was due to higher provincial income tax rates in Canada in the current year. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The analysis of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities is as follows: 

Deferred tax assets: 

Deferred tax asset to be settled after more than 12 months ...................................  
Deferred tax asset to be settled within 12 months .................................................  

$ 

December 31, 

2015 

896   
700   
1,596   

$ 

2014 

1,532 
2,000 
3,532 

Deferred tax liabilities: 

Deferred tax liability to be settled after more than 12 months ...............................  
Deferred tax liability to be settled within 12 months .............................................  

Deferred tax liabilities, net............................................................................................  

The gross movement on the deferred income tax account is as follows: 

Opening balance ...........................................................................................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates .................................................................  
Recognized through business combinations (note 5) ....................................................  
Income statement recovery ...........................................................................................  
Tax charge (credit)  relating to components of other comprehensive income ..............  
Closing balance .............................................................................................................  

124,284   
21,400   
145,684   
$  144,088   

172,851 
18,500 
191,351 
$  187,819 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015   
$  187,819   
9,600   
1,391   
(54,787)  
65   
$  144,088   

2014 
$  185,918 
4,609 
10,429 
(12,961) 
(176) 
$  187,819 

The movement in the significant components of deferred income tax assets and liabilities during the year, without taking into 
consideration the offsetting balances within the same tax jurisdiction, is as follows: 

Deferred tax assets 

At January 1, 2014 ........................................  
Credited (charged) to the statement of 

operations ...............................................  
Credited to other comprehensive income .....  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates .  
At December 31, 2014 ..................................  
Credited (charged) to the statement of 

operations ...............................................  
Charged to other comprehensive income ......  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates .  
At December 31, 2015 ..................................  

Non-capital 
losses carried 
forward 

Asset 
retirement 
obligations 

Retirement 
benefits 
obligations 

Other 

Total 

  $  21,493 

  $ 12,511 

  $  1,480 

  $  21,042 

  $  56,526 

(5,062) 
- 
1,686 
  $  18,117 

10,449 
- 
1,577 
  $  30,143 

1,006 
- 
380 
  $ 13,897 

3,093 
- 
420 
  $ 17,410 

(213) 
176 
- 
  $  1,443 

34 
(65) 
- 
  $  1,412 

(9,350) 
- 
1,531 
  $  13,223 

5,785 
- 
(4,689) 
  $  14,319 

(13,619) 
176 
3,597 
  $ 46,680 

19,361 
(65) 
(2,692) 
  $ 63,284 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Deferred tax liabilities 

At January 1, 2014 ......................................  
Credited (charged) to the statement of 

operations .............................................  
Business combinations ................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates  
At December 31, 2014 ................................  
Credited (charged) to the statement of 

operations .............................................  
Business combinations ................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates  
At December 31, 2015 ................................  

Income tax losses carry forward 

Timing of 
Partnership 
Income 

Property, 
Plant and 
Equipment 

Accounting 
and tax 
basis 
differences 

Other 

Total 

  $  47,468 

  $ 156,049 

 $  38,927 

  $ 

- 

    $  242,444 

(14,606) 
- 
- 
  $  32,862 

(1,412) 
10,429 
5,934 
    $ 171,000 

(20,729) 
- 
- 
  $  12,133 

274 
1,391 
6,064 
    $ 178,729 

(11,285) 
- 
1,272 
 $  28,914 

(13,958) 
- 
844 
 $  15,800 

723 
- 
1,000 
  $  1,723 

(26,580) 
10,429 
8,206 
    $  234,499 

(1,013) 
- 
- 
710 

(35,426) 
1,391 
6,908 
    $  207,372 

  $ 

At December 31, 2015 and 2014, the Company had losses available to offset income for tax purposes of $79.8 million and 
$48.8 million, respectively. At December 31, 2015, the Company has $1.6 million and $78.2 million of the losses available in 
Canada and the United States, respectively that expire as follows: 

December 31, 2031 .............................................................................................................................................    
December 31, 2032 .............................................................................................................................................  
December 31, 2033 .............................................................................................................................................  
December 31, 2034 .............................................................................................................................................  
December 31, 2035 .............................................................................................................................................  

$  39,895 
14,719 
- 
1,332 
23,874 
$  79,820 

No income tax liability has been recognized in respect of temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries. 
As no income taxes are expected to be paid in respect of these differences related to Canadian subsidiaries, the amounts have 
not been determined.  There are no taxable temporary differences associated with investments in non-Canadian subsidiaries. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

12  Intangible assets 

Brands 

Customer 
relationships 

Long-term 
customer 
contracts 

Non-compete 

License and 
Permits 

agreements  Technology 

Software 

Total 

- 

Cost: 
At January 1, 2015 ........     $  51,330    $ 258,716    $  37,380    $  26,554    $  2,667    $ 47,539    $  3,716    $  427,902 
16,087 
- 
Additions .......................  
Acquisitions through 
business combinations 
(note 5) ........................  
Effect of movements in 
40,275 
exchange rates .............  
At December 31, 2015 ..     $  53,240    $ 288,880    $  43,706    $  31,601    $  2,873    $ 64,417    $  4,434    $  489,151 

16,087 

28,745 

1,910 

1,579 

3,468 

1,419 

6,326 

4,887 

206 

791 

718 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

Accumulated 

amortization and 
impairment: 

At January 1, 2015 ........     $  39,451    $ 136,796    $  19,702    $  20,923    $  2,371    $ 14,452    $  2,670    $  236,365 
87,554 
Amortization .................  
Effect of movements in 
19,799 
exchange rates .............  
At December 31, 2015 ..     $  48,076    $ 214,069    $  26,510    $  25,225    $  2,873    $ 22,534    $  4,431    $  343,718 

12,220 

65,053 

1,903 

1,385 

2,917 

7,755 

3,178 

3,630 

1,151 

6,722 

326 

176 

327 

610 

Carrying amounts: 
At January 1, 2015 ........     $  11,879    $ 121,920    $  17,678    $ 
5,164 
At December 31, 2015 ..  

74,811 

17,196 

5,631   
6,376 

$ 

296    $ 33,087    $  1,046    $  191,537 
145,433 

41,883 

3 

- 

Brands 

Customer 
relationships 

Long-term 
customer 
contracts 

Non-compete 

License and 
Permits 

agreements  Technology 

Software 

Total 

- 

Cost: 
At January 1, 2014 ........     $  50,465    $ 235,096    $  34,653    $  23,368    $  2,579    $ 27,911    $  3,448    $  377,520 
20,252 
- 
Additions .......................  
Acquisitions through 
business combinations 
(note 5) ........................  
Effect of movements in 
16,936 
exchange rates .............  
At December 31, 2014 ..     $  51,330    $ 258,716    $  37,380    $  26,554    $  2,667    $ 47,539    $  3,716    $  427,902 

10,602 

12,264 

13,194 

19,498 

2,592 

2,727 

865 

594 

130 

754 

268 

88 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

- 

Accumulated 

amortization: 

At January 1, 2014 ........     $  28,142   $ 101,478    $  14,801    $  17,468    $  1,980    $  9,944    $  1,312    $  175,125 
54,991 
Amortization .................  
Effect of movements in 
6,249 
exchange rates .............  
At December 31, 2014 ..     $  39,451    $ 136,796    $  19,702    $  20,923    $  2,371    $ 14,452    $  2,670    $  236,365 

31,637 

10,617 

2,894 

4,547 

1,129 

3,772 

3,681 

1,184 

(39) 

561 

340 

692 

174 

51 

Carrying amounts: 
At January 1, 2014 ........     $  22,323    $ 133,618    $  19,852    $ 
11,879 
At December 31, 2014 ..  

121,920 

17,678 

5,900   
5,631 

$ 

26 
66

599    $ 17,967    $  2,136    $  202,395 
191,537 
296 

33,087 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

During  the  year  ended  December  31,  2015  the  Company  revised  the  useful  lives  for  certain  intangible  assets  within  the 
Environmental Services  segment. The net change on the current  financial  year  was an increase to amortization expense of 
$30.5 million.  Assuming the assets are held until the end of their estimated useful lives, amortization in future years in relation 
to these assets will be decreased by $13.7 million in 2016. 

13  Goodwill 

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill are as follows: 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

Balance as at January 1 .......................................................................................................    
Additions through business combinations (note 5) .............................................................  
Impairment  .........................................................................................................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates ........................................................................  
Balance as at December 31 .................................................................................................    

$  783,721   
7,759 
(175,959) 
55,386 
$  670,907   

$  726,148 
33,989 
- 
23,584 
$  783,721 

Goodwill is monitored for impairment by management at the operating segment level. The following is a summary of goodwill 
allocated to each operating segment: 

Terminals and Pipelines ......................................................................................................  
Environmental Services ......................................................................................................  
Truck Transportation ..........................................................................................................  
Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution ...................................................................  
Processing and Wellsite Fluids ...........................................................................................  
Marketing ............................................................................................................................  

December 31, 

2015 

2014 

  $  200,464 
111,860 
57,908 
139,456 
117,664 
43,555 
  $  670,907 

  $  200,120 
234,731 
54,474 
133,177 
117,664 
43,555 
  $  783,721 

The goodwill recorded on the balance sheet represents the excess of the cost of acquisitions over the fair value of identifiable 
assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired. Of the balance as at December 31, 2015 and 2014, $432.7 million, net of 
impairment,  relates  to  goodwill  recognized  on  the  acquisition  of  the  Company  on  December  12,  2008.  Of  the  remaining 
balance, $145.8 million represents additional goodwill recorded on acquisitions completed and $92.4 million relates  to the 
effect of changes in foreign exchange rates recorded by the Company since December 12, 2008. 

The recoverable amount of goodwill is determined based on a fair value less costs of disposal calculation. This calculation 
involves comparing the fair value of each operating segment to its carrying value, including goodwill. To calculate a fair value, 
management  uses  an  earning’s  multiple  approach.  In  calculating  earnings,  the  Company  uses  Board  approved  budgets  to 
determine earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (“EBITDA”) by operating segment. To determine fair 
value, an implied forward multiple was applied to each operating segment’s budgeted EBITDA less corporate expenses. The 
implied multiple was calculated by utilizing multiples of comparable public companies by operating segment. In calculating 
fair value for each operating segment, the Company used an implied average forward multiples that ranged from 8.1 to 11.1. 
The fair value of each of operating segment was categorized as Level 2 fair value based on the observables inputs. 

On  November  30,  2015,  the  Company  carried  out  its  annual  impairment  test  with  respect  to  goodwill.  For  all  operating 
segments, except  for Environmental Services, the fair value less costs of disposal  was greater than the operating segments 
carrying value, including goodwill. The Company determined that the goodwill in the Environmental Services segment was 
impaired by $176.0 million.  The impairment within this segment was due to the continued impact of lower crude oil prices 
resulting in a lower customer demand in the Environmental Services segment. Key assumptions used in the determination of 
the recoverable amount include utilizing Board approved budgeted EBITDA for the operating segment and the application of 
an  implied  forward  multiple  of  8.3.  These  assumptions  represent  management’s  assessment  of  future  trends  in  the 
environmental services industry and were based on historical data from both external and internal sources.   

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

14  Loans and Borrowings 

Revolving Credit Facility 

The Company has established an unsecured revolving credit facility of up to $500.0 million (the “Revolving Credit Facility”), 
with a maturity date of August 15, 2020, the proceeds of which are available to provide financing for working capital and other 
general corporate purposes. In addition, during the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company established three bilateral 
demand letter of credit facilities totaling $150.0 million. 

The Revolving Credit Facility provides sub–facilities for letters of credit, swingline loans and borrowings in Canadian dollars 
and U.S. dollars. Borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility bear interest at a rate equal to Canadian Prime Rate or U.S. 
Base Rate or LIBOR or Canadian Bankers Acceptance Rate as the case may be plus an applicable margin. The applicable 
margin for borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility is subject to step up and step down based on the Company’s total 
debt leverage ratio. In addition, the Company must pay a standby fee on the unused portion of the Revolving Credit Facility 
and customary letter of credit fees equal to the applicable margins based on the Company’s total debt leverage ratio. 

The Revolving Credit Facility contains certain covenants including financial covenants requiring the Company to maintain 
ratios of maximum senior debt leverage ratio of 4.0 to 1.0 until June 30, 2017 and 3.5 to 1.0 thereafter, maximum total debt 
leverage ratio of 4.0 to 1.0 and minimum interest coverage ratio of 2.5 to 1.0. As at December 31, 2015, the Company was in 
compliance with all covenants under the Revolving Credit Facility. 

The Company has $35.0 million drawn against the Revolving Credit Facility as at December 31, 2015. The Company had 
issued letters of credit totalling $32.6 million and $57.5 million as at December 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively. 

Long-term debt 

December 31, 
2015 

2014 

U.S.$550.0 million 6.75% Notes due July 15, 2021 .........................................................  
$250.0 million 7.00% Notes due July 15, 2020 ................................................................  
$300.0 million 5.375% Notes due July 15, 2022 ..............................................................  
Unamortized issue discount and debt issue costs ..............................................................  
Long-term debt: non-current portion ................................................................................  

  $  761,200 
250,000 
300,000 
(19,777) 
  $  1,291,423 

  $  638,055 
250,000 
300,000 
(22,687)
  $  1,165,368 

On June 28, 2013, the Company issued U.S.$500.0 million 6.75% Senior Unsecured Notes due July 15, 2021 at an issue price 
of 98.476% and $250.0 million 7.00% Senior Unsecured Notes due July 15, 2020 at an issue price of 98.633%. On June 12, 
2014, the Company issued U.S.$50.0 million 6.75% Senior Unsecured Notes due July 15, 2021 at an issue price of 108% under 
its existing indenture and issued $300.0 million 5.375% Senior Unsecured Notes due July 15, 2022 at an issue price of par 
(collectively, the “Notes”). Interest is payable semi–annually on January 15 and July 15 of each year the Notes are outstanding. 

The Notes agreements contain certain redemption options whereby the Company can redeem all or part of the Notes at prices 
set  forth  in  the  respective  indebtedness  from  proceeds  of  an  equity  offering  or  on  the  dates  specified  in  the  respective 
indebtedness. In addition, the Notes holders have the right to require the Company to redeem the Notes at the redemption prices 
set forth in the respective indebtedness in the event of change in control or in the event certain asset sale proceeds are not re-
invested in the time and manner specified in the respective indebtedness.  

The Company’s long-term debt contains non-financial covenants and customary events of default clauses. As of December 31, 
2015  and  December  31,  2014,  the  Company  was  in  compliance  with  all  of  its  covenants.  As  at  December  31,  2015  and 
December 31, 2014, the fair value of long-term debt based on period end trading prices on the secondary market (Level 2) was 
$1,235.6 million and $1,193.6 million, respectively. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt 

As a result of the movement in foreign exchange rates, the Company recorded foreign exchange losses, net, on long-term debt 
as follows: 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

Foreign exchange loss on movement in exchanges rates on U.S. dollar long-term debt ....    
Gain on financial instruments relating to long-term debt (note 28) ....................................  
Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt ............................................................................. 

$  123,145   
(9,995) 
$  113,150   

$ 

$ 

52,000 
(16,569) 
35,431 

15  Trade payables and accrued charges 

Trade payables and accrued charges include the following items: 

Trade payables ....................................................................................................................  
Accrued compensation charges ...........................................................................................  
Indirect taxes payable  ........................................................................................................  
Risk management liabilities (note 28) ................................................................................  
Broker accounts payable .....................................................................................................  
Defined benefit plan obligations .........................................................................................  
Interest payable ...................................................................................................................  
Due to Hunting plc (note 19) ..............................................................................................  
Other ...................................................................................................................................  

December 31, 

2015 

2014 

$  322,347 
18,409 
3,164 
5,479 
- 
465 
39,251 
8,585 
21,032 
$  418,732 

$  445,670 
43,988 
3,157 
18,135 
183 
493 
36,892 
8,999 
23,946 
$  581,463 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

16  Provisions 

The aggregate carrying amounts of the obligation associated with decommissioning and site restoration on the retirement of 
assets and environmental costs are as follows: 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

Opening balance ...............................................................................................................    
Settlements........................................................................................................................  
Assumed in a business combination (note 5) ....................................................................  
Additions ..........................................................................................................................  
Change in estimated future cash flows .............................................................................  
Change in discount rate ....................................................................................................  
Unwinding of discount .....................................................................................................  
Effect of changes in foreign exchange rates .....................................................................  
Closing balance .................................................................................................................  

$  136,347 
(4,247) 
- 
6,774 
2,240 
8,611 
3,251 
2,367 
$  155,343 

2014 

$  91,424 
(4,462) 
824 
4,152 
14,584 
25,903 
2,898 
1,024 
$ 136,347 

The  Company  currently  estimates  the  total  undiscounted  future  value  amount,  including  an  inflation  factor  of  2.0%,  of 
estimated  cash  flows  to  settle  the  future  liability  for  asset  retirement  and  remediation  obligations  to  be  approximately 
$277.9 million and $265.7 million at December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. In order to determine the current provision 
related to these future values, the estimated future values were discounted using an average risk-free rate of 2.1% and 2.3% at 
December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. The provision is expected to be settled up to 40 years into the future. A one percent 
increase in the risk-free rate would decrease the provision by $34.6 million, with a corresponding adjustment to property, plant 
and equipment. A one percent decrease in the risk-free rate would increase the provision by $34.6 million, with a corresponding 
adjustment to property, plant and equipment. 

17  Other long-term liabilities  

Defined benefit plan obligations .........................................................................................    
Risk management liabilities (note 28) .................................................................................  
Other post-retirement benefits obligations ..........................................................................  
Other ...................................................................................................................................  

December 31, 
2015 

$ 

$ 

1,530   
3,824   
4,072   
4,549   
13,975   

$ 

$ 

2014 

2,142 
8,269 
3,797 
602 
14,810 

18  Share capital 

Authorized 

The Company is authorized to issue an unlimited number of common shares and preferred shares. 

Holders of common shares are entitled to one vote per common share at meetings of shareholders of the Company, to receive 
dividends if, as and when declared by the Board and to receive pro rata the remaining property and assets of the Company upon 
its dissolution, liquidation or winding-up, subject to the rights of shares having priority over the common shares. 

The preferred shares are issuable in series and have such rights, restrictions, conditions and limitations as the Board may from 
time to time determine. The preferred shares shall rank senior to the common shares with respect to the payment of dividends 
or distribution of assets or return of capital of the Company in the event of a dissolution, liquidation or winding up of the 
Company. There were no issued and outstanding preferred shares as at December 31, 2015 or 2014. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Common Shares - Issued and outstanding 

The following table below sets forth the issued and outstanding common shares for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 
2014.  

Common Shares 

Number of 
Common 
Shares 

Balance as at January 1, 2014 ................................................................................................   122,200,192   
580,145 
Issuance of common shares in connection with the exercise of stock options .......................  
Issuance of common shares in connection with other equity awards .....................................  
436,783 
Issuance of common shares in connection with the dividend reinvestment and stock 

1,271,425 
dividend programs ..........................................................................................................  
Transfer from contributed surplus on issue of equity awards ................................................  
- 
Balance as at December 31, 2014 ..........................................................................................   124,488,545   
12,162 
Issuance of common shares in connection with the exercise of stock options .......................  
Issuance of common shares in connection with other equity awards .....................................  
412,054 
Issuance of common shares in connection with the dividend reinvestment and stock 

Amount 

$  1,585,145 
5,942 
- 

36,648 
6,266 
$  1,634,001 
105 
- 

1,222,805 
dividend programs ..........................................................................................................  
Transfer from contributed surplus on issue of equity awards ................................................  
- 
Balance as at December 31, 2015 ..........................................................................................   126,135,566   

28,956 
9,261 
$  1,672,323 

A dividend of $0.32 per share, declared on November 3, 2015, was paid on January 15, 2016. 

19  Commitments and contingencies  

Commitments 

Operating lease obligations primarily relate to office leases, rail cars, vehicles, field buildings, various equipment and terminal 
services arrangements. The minimum payments required under these commitments, net of sub-lease income, are as follows: 

2016 ................................................................................................................................................................    
2017 ................................................................................................................................................................  
2018 ................................................................................................................................................................  
2019 ................................................................................................................................................................  
2020 ................................................................................................................................................................  
2021 and later ..................................................................................................................................................  

$ 

78,790 
68,165 
59,720 
46,435 
21,481 
12,851 
$  287,442 

Expenses related to operating leases, net of sublease income, were $65.8 million and $39.6 million for the year ended December 
31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. 

With respect to capital expenditures, at December 31, 2015, the Company had an estimated amount of $264.7 million remaining 
to be spent that relates to projects approved at that date. 

Contingencies 

The Company is currently undergoing income tax related and excise tax audits. While the final outcome of such audits cannot 
be predicted with certainty, it is the opinion of management that the resolution of these audits will not have a material impact 
on the Company’s consolidated financial position or results of operations. 

At December 31, 2015 and 2014 the Company recorded $8.6 million in both income tax receivable and trade payables and 
accrued charges whereby the Company paid tax assessments relative to certain of these audits that were funded by Hunting plc 
who owned the Company prior to December 12, 2008. The Company has assumed that the remaining assessment amounts paid 
in connection with these audits will be refunded to the Company and although the timing is uncertain, will be settled within a 
year. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The Company is subject to various regulatory and statutory requirements relating to the protection of the environment. These 
requirements,  in  addition  to  the  contractual  agreements  and  management  decisions,  result  in  the  recognition  of  estimated 
decommissioning provisions. Estimates of decommissioning costs can change significantly based on such factors as operating 
experience and changes in legislation and regulations. 

The Company is involved in various legal actions, which have occurred in the ordinary course of business. Management is of 
the opinion that losses, if any, arising from such legal actions would not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated 
financial position or results of operations. 

20  Revenue 

Products ..........................................................................................................................  
Services ...........................................................................................................................  

21  Depreciation, amortization, and impairment 

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment ...............................................................  
Amortization of intangible assets ....................................................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

  $  4,734,340 
857,642 
  $  5,591,982 

  $  7,507,013 
1,066,516 
  $  8,573,529 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

  $ 
  $ 
  $ 

195,438 
87,554 
282,992 

  $ 
  $ 
  $ 

154,934 
54,991 
209,925 

Depreciation and impairment of property, plant and equipment and amortization of intangible assets have been expensed as 
follows: 

Cost of sales ....................................................................................................................  
General and administrative .............................................................................................  

22  Employee salaries and benefits 

Salaries and wages ..........................................................................................................  
Post-employment benefits ...............................................................................................  
Share based compensation ..............................................................................................  
Termination benefits .......................................................................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

  $ 

  $ 

276,008   
6,984   
282,992   

  $ 

  $ 

205,043 
4,882 
209,925 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

  $ 

  $ 

295,149 
8,254 
20,379 
2,904 
326,686 

  $ 

  $ 

292,188 
6,394 
13,977 
1,365 
313,924 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Employee salaries and benefits have been expensed as follows: 

Cost of sales ....................................................................................................................  
General and administrative .............................................................................................  

23  Other operating income 

Gain on sale of property, plant and equipment ...............................................................  
Other income ..................................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange gain ....................................................................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

  $ 

  $ 

287,835 
38,851 
326,686 

  $ 

  $ 

280,730 
33,194 
313,924 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

  $ 

  $ 

2,515 
4,770 
14,741 
22,026 

  $ 

  $ 

2014 

2,717 
- 
9,128 
11,845 

24  Per share amounts  

The following table shows the number of shares used in the calculation of earnings per share: 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Weighted average common shares outstanding - Basic ..................................................  
Dilutive effect of: 

125,652,815 

123,591,547 

Stock options and other awards ...............................................................................  
Weighted average common shares – Diluted ..................................................................  

- 
125,652,815 

2,004,643 
125,596,190 

The dilutive effect of 2.0 million stock options and other awards for the year ended December 31, 2015 has not been included 
in the determination of the weighted average number of common shares outstanding as the inclusion would be anti-dilutive to 
the net loss per share. 

25  Related party transactions 

Joint operations 

On August 11, 2011, the Company formed a partnership to jointly construct and own pipeline and emulsion treating, water 
disposal and oilfield waste management facilities in the Plato area of Saskatchewan. The partnership commenced operations 
in 2012. The Company’s interest in the partnership is 50%. A member of the Company’s Board is also a director of the other 
party with the 50% interest in the partnership. At December 31, 2015 and 2014, the Company’s proportionate share of property, 
plant and equipment was $9.4 million and $10.2 million, respectively. The impact of the Company’s share of the other financial 
position and results of the partnership is not material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.  

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Compensation of key management 

Key management includes the Company’s directors, executive officers, business unit leaders and other non-business unit senior 
vice presidents. Compensation awarded to key management was: 

Salaries and short-term employee benefits .....................................................................  
Post-employment benefits ..............................................................................................  
Share based compensation ..............................................................................................  

26  Post-retirement benefits 

Defined benefit plans 

Year ended 
December 31, 

2015 

4,571 
1,123 
6,262 
11,956 

  $ 

  $ 

2014 

7,597 
1,068 
4,639 
13,304 

  $ 

  $ 

The Company maintains a funded defined benefit pension plan that is funded based upon the advice of independent actuaries. 
The Company is required to file an actuarial valuation of the defined benefit pension plans with the provincial regulator every 
three years, with the most recent actuarial valuation filing as at December 31, 2013. Based on the actuarial valuations as at 
December 31, 2015 and 2014, the status of the defined benefit plans was as follows: 

Accrued benefit obligation 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

Accrued benefit obligation, beginning of year ...........................................................................     $ 
Current service cost.............................................................................................................  
Interest cost .........................................................................................................................  
Benefits paid .......................................................................................................................  
Actuarial loss (gain) ............................................................................................................  
Other ...................................................................................................................................  
Accrued benefit obligation, end of year .....................................................................................     $ 

16,342   
216   
608   
(571)  
(167)  
12   
16,440   

  $ 

  $ 

Plan assets 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

Fair value of pension plan assets, beginning of year ..................................................................     $ 
Interest on plan assets .........................................................................................................  
Actual contributions ............................................................................................................  
Actual benefits paid ............................................................................................................  
Actuarial gain ......................................................................................................................  
Fair value of pension plan assets, end of year ............................................................................     $ 

14,696   
513   
809   
(571)  
82   
15,529   

  $ 

  $ 

2014 

15,187 
212 
674 
(518) 
773 
14 
16,342 

2014 

12,939 
536 
1,211 
(518) 
528 
14,696 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Accrued benefit liability 

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015   

2014 

Accrued benefit obligation .........................................................................................................     $  (16,440) 
15,529 
Fair value of plan assets .............................................................................................................  
(911) 
Accrued benefit liability .............................................................................................................     $ 

  $ 

  $ 

(16,342) 
14,696 
(1,646) 

The significant weighted average actuarial assumptions adopted in measuring the Company’s defined benefit plan obligation are 
as follows: 

Discount rate .....................................................................................................................................  
Rate of compensation increase ..........................................................................................................  

4.0%   
3.0%   

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

4.0% 
4.0% 

The assumed discount rate has an effect on the amounts reported for the defined benefit plan obligations. A one-percentage 
point change in the discount rate would have the following impact:  

One % point 
increase 

One % point 
decrease 

Increase/(decrease) in defined benefit plans obligations ...................................................................     $  2,381   

  $  2,381 

Defined contribution pension plan 

The Company operates defined contribution plans whereby, in some cases, contributions made by participants are matched by 
the Company up to specified annual limits and in other cases, contributions are fully funded by the Company.  The total expense 
recorded for the defined contribution pension plans was $7.1 million and $6.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 
and 2014, respectively.  

27  Share based compensation 

The Company has established an equity incentive plan which permits the award of stock options, RSUs, PSUs’ and DSUs for 
executives, directors, employees and consultants of the Company.  Stock options provide the holder with the right to exercise 
an option to purchase a common share upon vesting at a price determined on the date of grant. RSUs give the holder the right 
to receive, upon vesting, either a common share or a cash payment, subject to consent of the Board, or its equivalent in fully 
paid common shares equal to the fair market value of the Company’s common shares at the date of such payment. The RSUs 
granted in 2015 and 2014 were expected to be settled by delivery of common shares and accordingly,  were considered an 
equity–settled award for accounting purposes. Stock options and RSUs granted generally vest equally each year over a three 
year period.  RSUs granted with specific performance criteria are designated as PSUs. PSU’s vest at the end of the three year 
period and granting depends on the achievement of certain performance criteria.  DSUs are similar to RSUs except that DSUs 
may not be redeemed until the holder ceases to hold all offices, employment and directorships.  

At December 31, 2015, awards available to grant under the equity incentive plan totalled approximately 7.5 million. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

A summary of stock options activity is as follows: 

Balance at January 1, 2014.......................................................................................................  
Granted .............................................................................................................................  
Exercised ...........................................................................................................................  
Forfeited ............................................................................................................................  
Balance at December 31, 2014 .................................................................................................  
Granted .............................................................................................................................  
Exercised ...........................................................................................................................  
Forfeited ............................................................................................................................  
Balance at December 31, 2015 .................................................................................................  
Vested and exercisable at December 31, 2015 .........................................................................  
Vested and exercisable at December 31, 2014 .........................................................................  

Number of 
Shares 

1,928,985     
1,159,259   
(580,145)   
(22,884)   
2,485,215     
852,192   
(12,162)   
(8,077)   
3,317,168     
1,557,276 
847,530 

Weighted- 
Average 
Exercise Price 
(in dollars) 

  16.22 
28.72 
10.24 
25.94 
$  23.33 
25.00 
8.64 
26.44 
$  23.81 
$  20.53 
$  15.03 

Additional information regarding stock options outstanding as of December 31, 2015 is as follows: 

Outstanding 

Weighted Average 
Remaining 
Contractual Life 
(Years) 
3.0 
6.2 
3.4 
4.4 
4.5 
5.3 
5.2 
5.6 
4.9 

  $ 

Exercise 
Price 
(in dollars) 
8.64 
17.06 
20.67 
22.37 
24.44 
25.61 
28.24 
34.44 

Number 
Outstanding 
524,970 
38,608 
33,681 
57,981 
21,930 
1,456,424 
1,100,727 
82,847 
3,317,168 

Number 
Outstanding 
524,970 
26,247 
30,053 
57,981 
16,082 
468,017 
385,543 
48,383 
1,557,276 

A summary of RSUs, PSUs and DSUs activity is set forth below: 

Balance at January 1, 2014 ................................................................  
Granted .......................................................................................  
Issued for common shares ..........................................................  
Forfeited .....................................................................................  
Issued for cash ............................................................................  
Balance at December 31, 2014 ..........................................................  
Granted .......................................................................................  
Issued for common shares ..........................................................  
Forfeited .....................................................................................  
Issued for cash ............................................................................  
Balance at December 31, 2015 ..........................................................  
Vested, Balance at December 31, 2015 .............................................  
Vested, Balance at December 31, 2014 .............................................  

RSUs 
727,611 
270,308 
(429,526) 
(22,012) 
(1,628) 
544,753 
345,508 
(241,299) 
(38,547) 
(264) 
610,151 
106,240 
110,652 

Exercisable 
Weighted-Average 
Remaining 
Contractual Life 
(Years) 
3.0 
6.0 
3.4 
4.4 
4.5 
4.3 
5.3 
5.6 
4.1 

Number of Shares 

PSUs 
223,160   
438,590 
(7,257) 
(24,542) 
(992) 
628,959 
555,383 
(106,254) 
(50,042) 
(204) 
1,027,842 

-   
-   

  $ 

Exercise 
Price 
(in dollars) 
8.64 
17.06 
20.67 
22.37 
24.44 
25.61 
28.24 
34.44 

DSUs 
95,021 
52,955 
- 
(1,190) 
- 
146,786 
108,665 
(64,501) 
- 
- 
190,950 
167,406 
146,786 

Stock based compensation expense was $20.4 million and $14.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, 
respectively, and is included in general and administrative expenses. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The fair value of the options granted was estimated at $2.42 and $2.46 per option for the year ended December 31, 2015 and 
2014, respectively. The fair value of options was calculated by using the Black-Scholes model with the following weighted 
average assumptions: 

Expected dividend rate .........................................................................................................  
Expected volatility ...............................................................................................................  
Risk-free interest rate ...........................................................................................................  
Expected life of option (years) .............................................................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 
5.2% 
24.2% 
0.5% 
3.0 

2014 
4.3% 
19.5% 
1.2% 
3.0 

The fair value of RSUs, PSUs and DSUs was determined using the five days weighted average stock price prior to the date of 
grant.  

28  Financial instruments 

Non-Derivative financial instruments 

Non-derivative financial instruments comprise cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables, net investment in finance 
lease, trade payables and accrued charges, amount borrowed under the credit facilities, dividends payable, and long-term debt.  

Cash and cash equivalents, trade and other receivables, trade payables and accrued charges, dividends payable and amount 
borrowed under the credit facilities are recorded at amortized cost which approximates fair value due to the short term nature 
of these instruments.  

Long-term debt is recorded at amortized cost using the effective interest method of amortization. As at December 31, 2015, 
the carrying amount of long-term debt was $1,311.1 million less debt discount and issue costs of $19.8 million and the fair 
value of long-term debt based on period end trading prices on the secondary market (Level 2) was $1,235.6 million. As at 
December 31, 2014, the carrying amount of long-term debt was $1,188.1 million less debt discount and issue costs of $22.7 
million and the fair value of long-term debt based on period end trading prices on the secondary market (Level 2) was $1,193.6 
million. 

Financial assets and liabilities are only offset if the Company has the current legal right to offset and intends to settle on a net 
basis or settle the asset and liability simultaneously. The following table provides a summary of the Company’s offsetting trade 
and other receivables and trade payables and accrued charges: 

December 31, 
2015 

December 31, 
2014 

Trade and other 
receivables 

Trade payable 
and accrued 
charges 

Trade and other 
receivables 

Trade payable 
and accrued 
charges 

Gross amounts ........................................................     $  268,602   
(169,351) 
Amount offset .........................................................  
Net amount included in the consolidated 

  $  228,022   
(169,351) 

  $  430,794   
(316,703) 

  $  417,337 
(316,703) 

financial statements .............................................     $ 

99,251 

    $ 

58,671 

  $  114,091 

    $  100,634 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Derivative financial instruments (recurring fair value measurements) 

The following is a summary of the Company’s risk management contracts outstanding: 

Commodity futures ................................................................     $ 
Commodity swaps .................................................................  
Commodity options ...............................................................  
Equity swaps ..........................................................................  
Foreign currency forwards .....................................................  
Foreign currency options .......................................................  
Total .......................................................................................     $ 
Less non-current portion: 

Equity swaps ...................................................................  
Foreign currency forward contracts ................................  
Foreign currency options ................................................  

Current portion ......................................................................     $ 

December 31, 
2015 

December 31, 
2014 

Assets 

Liabilities 

Assets 

Liabilities 

1,105 
6,545 
765 
- 
- 
- 
8,415 

- 
- 
- 
- 
8,415 

   $ 

   $ 

   $ 

337   
3,165   
13   
5,390   
398   
-   
9,303   

3,824   
-   
-   
3,824   
5,479   

  $ 

4,850 
13,847 
- 

  $ 

490 
16,928 
- 

34,860 
- 
  $  53,557 

717 
8,269 
  $  26,404 

- 
34,855 
- 
34,855 
  $  18,702 

- 
- 
8,269 
8,269 
  $  18,135 

The fair value of financial instruments are classified as a non-current asset (long-term prepaid expense and other assets) or 
liability (other long-term liabilities) if the remaining maturity is more than 12 months and, as a current asset or liability, if the 
maturity is less than 12 months. 

(i)  Commodity financial instruments 

Futures, options and swaps 

The Company enters into futures, options and swap contracts to manage the price risk associated with sales, purchases and 
inventories of crude oil, natural gas liquids and petroleum products.  

(ii)  Currency financial instruments 

The Company enters into forward and options contracts to buy and sell U.S. dollars in exchange for Canadian dollars to 
fix  the  exchange  rate  on  its  estimated  future  net  cash  inflows  denominated  in  U.S.  dollars  and  long-term  borrowings 
denominated in U.S. dollars.  

At  December  31,  2014,  the  Company  had  U.S.  dollar  forward  contracts  to  buy  U.S.  dollars  on  a  notional  amount  of 
U.S.$250.0 million at a weighted average rate of $1.0242 for U.S.$1.00  expiring on September 15, 2017 and the Company 
had also sold U.S. dollar options at a strike price of $1.295 for U.S.$1.00 on a notional amount of U.S.$250.0 million.  
During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company received cash of $53.3 million on the settlement of U.S. dollar 
forward contracts for a notional amount of U.S.$250.0 million. Additionally, the Company paid cash of $16.7 million to 
settle U.S dollar options for a notional amount of U.S. $250.0 million. At December 31, 2015, the Company had no forward 
and options contracts to buy and sell U.S. dollars in exchange for Canadian dollars to fix the exchange rate on its long-
term borrowings denominated in U.S. dollars.  

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

(iii) Equity price financial instruments 

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company entered into equity swap contracts to help manage equity price 
and dilution exposure to shares that it issues under its stock based compensation programs. At December 31, 2015, the 
Company had entered into equity swaps on a total of 550,000 notional common shares, at an initial price of $23.65 per 
share for settlement over a three year period.  

The value of the  Company’s  derivative  finance instruments are determined using inputs that are either readily available in 
public markets or are quoted by counterparties to these contracts. In situations where the Company obtains inputs via quotes 
from its counterparties, these quotes are verified for reasonableness via similar quotes from another source for each date for 
which  financial  statements  are  presented.  The  Company  has  consistently  applied  these  valuation  techniques  in  all  periods 
presented and the Company believes it has obtained the most accurate information available for the types of financial instrument 
contracts held. The Company has categorized the inputs for these contracts as Level 1, defined as observable inputs such as 
quoted prices in active markets; Level 2 defined as inputs other than quoted prices in active markets that are either directly or 
indirectly observable; or Level 3 defined as unobservable inputs in which little or no market data exists therefore requiring an 
entity to develop its own assumptions.  

The Company used the following techniques to value financial instruments categorized in Level 2: 

•  The fair value of commodity options and swaps is calculated as the present value of the estimated future cash flows based 

on the difference between contract price and commodity price forecast.  

•  The fair value of foreign currency options and forward contracts is determined using the forward exchange rates at the 

measurement date, with the resulting value discounted back to present values. 

The fair value of financial instrument contracts by fair value hierarchy at December 31, 2015 was: 

Total 

Level 1 

Level 2 

Level 3 

Assets from financial instrument contracts 

Commodity futures ........................................................... 
Commodity swaps ............................................................ 
Commodity options .......................................................... 
Total assets ....................................................................... 

  $  1,105  
6,545 
765 
  $  8,415  

  $  1,105 
- 
- 
  $  1,105 

  $ 

- 
6,545 
765 
  $  7,310 

Liabilities from financial instrument contracts 

Commodity futures ........................................................... 
Commodity swaps ............................................................ 
Commodity options .......................................................... 
Equity swaps ..................................................................... 
Foreign currency forwards................................................ 
Total liabilities .................................................................. 

  $ 

337  
3,165 
13 
5,390 
398 
  $  9,303  

  $ 

337 
- 
- 
5,390 
- 
  $  5,727 

  $ 

- 
3,165 
13 
- 
398 
  $  3,576 

 $ 

 $ 

 $ 

 $ 

- 
- 

- 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
- 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The fair value of financial instrument contracts by fair value hierarchy at December 31, 2014 was: 

Total 

Level 1 

Level 2 

Level 3 

Assets from financial instrument contracts 

Commodity futures ........................................................... 
Commodity swaps ............................................................ 
Foreign currency forwards................................................ 
Foreign currency options .................................................. 
Total assets ....................................................................... 

  $  4,850  
13,847 
34,860 
- 
  $  53,557  

  $  4,850 
- 
- 
- 
  $  4,850 

  $ 

- 
13,847 
34,860 
- 
  $  48,707 

Liabilities from financial instrument contracts 

Commodity futures ........................................................... 
Commodity swaps ............................................................ 
Foreign currency forwards................................................ 
Foreign currency options .................................................. 
Total liabilities .................................................................. 

  $ 

490  
16,928 
717 
8,269 
  $  26,404  

  $ 

  $ 

490 
- 
- 
- 
490 

  $ 

- 
16,928 
717 
8,269 
  $  25,914 

 $ 

 $ 

 $ 

 $ 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 

- 
- 
- 
- 
- 

The impact of the  movement in the  fair value of  financial instruments has been expensed in the consolidated statement of 
operations as follows: 

Cost of sales .......................................................................................................................  
General and administrative ................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange gain on long-term debt (note 14) ...........................................................  

Year ended 
December 31, 
2015 

2014 

  $ 

  $ 

(3,899) 
5,390 
(9,995) 
(8,504) 

  $ 

(1,883) 
- 
(16,569) 
  $  (18,452) 

Financial Risk Management 

The Company’s activities expose it to certain financial risks, including foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, commodity 
price risk, credit risk and liquidity risk. The Company’s risk management strategy seeks to reduce potential adverse effects on 
its financial performance. As a part of its strategy, both primary and derivative financial instruments are used to hedge its risk 
exposures.  

There  are  clearly  defined  objectives  and  principles  for  managing  financial  risk,  with  policies,  parameters  and  procedures 
covering the specific areas of funding, banking relationships, interest rate exposures and cash management. The Company’s 
treasury  function  is  responsible  for  implementing  the  policies  and  providing  a  centralised  service  to  the  Company  for 
identifying, evaluating and monitoring financial risks.  

a) 

Foreign currency exchange risk 

Foreign exchange risks arise from future transactions and cash flows and from recognized monetary assets and liabilities that 
are not denominated in the functional currency of the Company’s operations.  

The  exposure  to  exchange  rate  movements  in  significant  future  transactions  and  cash  flows  is  managed  by  using  foreign 
currency  forward  contracts  and  options.  These  financial  instruments  have  not  been  designated  in  a  hedge  relationship.  No 
speculative positions are entered into by the Company. 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Foreign currency exchange rate sensitivity 

If the Canadian dollar strengthened or weakened by 5% relative to the U.S. dollar and all other variables, in particular interest 
rates remain constant, the impact on net income and equity would be as follows: 

December 31, 
2015 

2014 

U.S. Dollar Forwards and Options 

Favorable 5% change ...................................................................................................  
Unfavorable 5% change ...............................................................................................  

  $ 

1,180 
(1,180) 

  $ 

3,223 
(3,223) 

U.S. Dollar long-term debt Forwards and the related Options  

Favorable 5% change ...................................................................................................  
Unfavorable 5% change ...............................................................................................  

  $ 

- 
- 

  $ 

10,694 
(10,694) 

The movement is a result of a change in the fair value of U.S. dollar forward contracts and options. The sensitivity relating to 
the Company’s long-term debt includes the change in the carrying value of the Company’s U.S. dollar denominated long-term 
debt, the U.S. dollar forward contracts on the principal and the related U.S. dollar call options. 

The impact of translating the net assets of the Company’s U.S operations into Canadian dollars is excluded from this sensitivity 
analysis. 

b) 

Interest rate risk 

Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value of a financial instrument will be affected by changes in market interest rates. At 
December 31, 2015, the Company has exposure to changes to market interest rates that relate to the $35.0 million drawn on 
the Company’s credit facility as at December 31, 2015. A 1% increase or decrease in interest rates in relation to the amounts 
drawn at December 31, 2015 would impact net income by $0.3 million, when annualized, and assuming a consistent balance 
over the duration of the year.  

c) 

Commodity price risk 

The Company is exposed to changes in the price of crude oil, NGLs, oil related products and electricity commodities, which 
are  monitored  regularly.  Crude  oil  and  NGL  priced  futures,  options  and  swaps  are  used  to  manage  the  exposure  to  these 
commodities’  price  movements.  These  financial  instruments  are  not  designated  as  hedges.  Based  on  the  Company’s  risk 
management  policies,  all  of  the  financial  instruments  are  employed  in  connection  with  an  underlying  asset/liability  and/or 
forecasted transaction and are not entered into with the objective of speculating on commodity prices.  

The following table summarizes the impact to net income and equity due to a change in fair value of the Company’s derivative 
positions because of fluctuations in commodity prices leaving all other variables constant, in particular foreign currency rates. 
The Company believes that a 15% volatility in crude oil and NGL related prices is a reasonable assumption. 

Crude oil and NGL related prices 

Favorable 15% change ................................................................................................  
Unfavorable 15% change ............................................................................................  

  $ 

6,747 
(6,092) 

  $ 

5,634 
(5,634) 

December 31, 

2015 

2014 

d) 

Credit risk 

The  Company’s  credit  risk  arises  from  its  outstanding  trade  receivables,  including  receivables  from  customers  who  have 
entered into fixed term contractual arrangements to have dedicated use of certain of the Company’s tanks. A significant portion 
of the Company’s trade receivables are due from entities in the oil and gas industry. Concentration of credit risk is mitigated 
by  having  a  broad  customer  base  and  by  dealing  with  credit-worthy  counterparties  in  accordance  with  established  credit 
approval practices. The Company actively monitors the financial strength of its customers and in select cases has tightened 
credit terms to minimize the risk of default on trade receivables.  

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

At  December  31,  2015  and 2014,  approximately  3%  and  6%,  respectively,  of  net  trade  receivables  are  past  due  but  not 
considered to be impaired. The Company considers trade receivables as past due when they are 30 days past the due date. The 
maximum exposure to credit risk related to trade receivables is their carrying value as disclosed in these financial statements. 

The Company establishes guidelines for customer credit limits and terms. The Company review includes financial statements 
and external ratings when available. The Company does not usually require collateral in respect of trade and other receivables. 
The Company provides adequate provisions for expected losses from the credit risks associated with trade receivables. The 
provision is based on an individual account-by-account analysis and prior credit history. 

The Company is exposed to credit risk associated with possible non-performance by financial instrument counterparties. The 
Company does not generally require collateral from its counterparties but believes the risk of non-performance is low. The 
counterparties  are  generally  major  financial  institutions  or  commodity  brokers  with  investment  grade  credit  ratings  as 
determined by recognized credit rating agencies. 

The  Company’s  cash  equivalents  are  placed  in  time  deposits  with  investment  grade  international  banks  and  financial 
institutions. 

e) 

Equity price risk 

The Company is exposed to changes in the Company’s share price with respect to equity swap contracts. If the Company’s 
share price increased or decreased by 10%, the impact on net income and equity would be as follows: 

Equity Swaps 

Favorable 10% change ...........................................................................................  
Unfavorable 10% change .......................................................................................  

$ 

f) 

Liquidity risk 

December 31, 

2015 

558 
(558) 

2014 

- 
- 

$ 

Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they fall due. This risk relates to 
the Company’s ability to generate or obtain sufficient cash or cash equivalents to satisfy these financial obligations as they 
become  due.  The  Company’s  process  for  managing  liquidity  risk  includes  preparing  and  monitoring  capital  and  operating 
budgets, coordinating and authorizing project expenditures and authorization of contractual agreements. The Company may 
seek additional financing based on the results of these processes. The budgets are updated with forecasts when required and as 
conditions change. Cash on hand and the Revolving Credit Facility are available to satisfy the Company's requirements over 
the next 12 months, and are expected to be available to satisfy the Company’s long term requirements. The Company has a 
Revolving Credit Facility of $500.0 million and three bilateral demand letter of credit facilities totaling $150.0 million. At 
December 31, 2015, $35.0 million was drawn against the Revolving Credit Facility and the Company had outstanding issued 
letters of credit of $32.6 million. 

The terms of the Notes and Revolving Credit Facility require the Company to comply with certain covenants. If the Company 
fails to comply with these covenants the lenders may declare an event of default. At December 31, 2015 and December 31, 
2014, the Company was in compliance with these covenants. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Set out below is maturity analyses of certain of the Company’s financial contractual obligations as at December 31, 2015. The 
maturity dates are the contractual maturities of the obligations and the amounts are the contractual undiscounted cash flows. 

On demand or 
within one year 

Between one 
and five years 

After 

five years   

Total 

Trade payables and accrued charges, excluding 
derivative financial instruments and accrued 
interest ..................................................................    
Dividend payable .......................................................  
Credit facilities ...........................................................  
Long-term debt ...........................................................  
Interest on long-term debt ..........................................  
Commodity futures ....................................................  
Commodity swaps ......................................................  
Commodity options ....................................................  
Equity swap ................................................................  
Foreign currency forwards .........................................  

Capital management 

$  374,002   
40,363   
-   
-   
85,006   
337   
3,165   
13   
1,566   
398   
$  504,850   

$ 

-   
-   
35,000   
250,000   
340,024   
-   
-   
-   
3,824   
-   
$  628,848   

  $ 

- 
- 
- 
1,061,200 
237,785 
- 
- 
- 
- 
- 
  $1,298,985 

   $ 

374,002 
40,363 
35,000 
1,311,200 
662,815 
337 
3,165 
13 
5,390 
398 
   $  2,432,683 

The  Company's  objectives  when  managing  its  capital  structure  are  to  maintain  financial  flexibility  so  as  to  preserve  the 
Company’s ability to meet its financial obligations and to finance internally generated growth as well as potential acquisitions.  

The Company manages its capital structure and makes adjustments to it in light of changes in economic conditions and the risk 
characteristics of the underlying assets. The Company considers its capital structure to include shareholders' equity, long-term 
debt, the Revolving Credit Facility and working capital. To maintain or adjust the capital structure, the Company may draw on 
its revolving credit facility, issue notes or issue equity and/or adjust its operating costs and/or capital spending to manage its 
current and projected debt levels. 

Financing decisions are made by management and the Board based on forecasts of the expected timing and level of capital and 
operating  expenditure  required  to  meet  the  Company’s  commitments  and  development  plans.  Factors  considered  when 
determining whether to issue new debt or to seek equity financing include the amount of financing required, the availability of 
financial  resources,  the  terms  on  which  financing  is  available  and  consideration  of  the  balance  between  shareholder  value 
creation and prudent financial risk management. 

Net debt is calculated as total borrowings (including ‘current and non-current borrowings’ as shown in the consolidated balance 
sheet), less cash and cash equivalents. Total capital is calculated as net debt plus share capital as shown in the consolidated 
balance sheet. 

December 31, 

2015 

2014 

Total financial liability borrowings .................................................................................     $  1,291,423 
(82,775) 
Less: cash and cash equivalents ......................................................................................  
1,208,648 
Net debt ...........................................................................................................................  
1,672,323 
Total share capital ...........................................................................................................  
Total capital ...................................................................................................................     $  2,880,971 

  $  1,165,368 
(131,911) 
1,033,457 
1,634,001 
  $  2,667,458 

If the Company is in a net debt position, the Company will assess whether the projected cash flow and availability under the 
Revolving  Credit  Facility  and  the  bilateral  demand  letter  of  credit  facilities  are  sufficient  to  service  this  debt  and  support 
ongoing operations.  

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

29  Segmental information 

The Company has defined its operations into the following operating segments: (i) Terminals and Pipelines, (ii) Environmental 
Services, (iii) Truck Transportation, (iv) Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution, (v) Processing and Wellsite Fluids and 
(vi) Marketing.  

Terminals and Pipelines include fee-based storage and terminalling services and tariff-based pipeline services for crude 
oil, condensate and refined products. The Company owns and operates major storage terminals located at Edmonton and 
Hardisty, which are the principal hubs for aggregating and exporting oil and refined products out of the Western Canadian 
Sedimentary Basin; pipelines, which are connected to the Hardisty Terminal; and injection stations, which are located in 
the United States. 

Environmental Services includes the provision of environmental and production services, such as emulsion hauling 
and treating, water hauling and disposal services and oilfield waste management, as well as exploration support services 
and accommodation facilities to the oil and gas industry. 

Truck Transportation includes provision of hauling services for crude oil, condensate, propane, butane, asphalt, sulfur, 
petroleum coke, gypsum, emulsion, waste water and drilling fluids, as well as hydrovac services for customers in Western 
Canada and the United States. 

Propane and NGL Marketing and Distribution includes an industrial propane distribution operation and a wholesale 
business that includes wholesale propane distribution and an NGL marketing business. The industrial operation sells 
propane to oil and gas, commercial and residential customers, while the wholesale operations sell to larger customers 
who are not usually the end users of the product. 

Processing and Wellsite Fluids includes the processing of crude oil and marketing of a variety of products, including 
road asphalt, roofing flux, frac oils, light and heavy straight run distillates, combined vacuum gas oil, oil based mud 
product and tops. 

Marketing  includes,  purchasing,  selling,  storing  and  blending  of  crude  oil  and  condensate,  providing  aggregation 
services  to  producers  and  earning  margins  through  aggregation  and/or  capturing  quality,  locational  or  time-based 
arbitrage opportunities. 

These  operating  segments  of  the  Company  have  been  derived  because  they  are  the  segments:  (a)  that  engage  in  business 
activities from which revenues are earned and expenses are incurred; (b) whose operating results are regularly reviewed by the 
Company’s chief operating decision maker to make decisions about resources to be allocated to each segment and assess its 
performance; and (c) for which discrete financial information is available. No operating segments were aggregated to arrive at 
the reportable segments.  

Inter-segmental transactions are eliminated upon consolidation. No margins are recognized on inter-segmental transactions. 

Accounting  policies  used  for  segment  reporting  are  consistent  with  the  accounting  policies  used  for  the  preparation  of  the 
Company’s consolidated financial statements. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Terminals & 
Pipelines 

Year ended 
December 31, 2015 
Statement of operations 
Revenue - external ................     $  133,349   
Revenue - inter-segmental ....  
50,830 
Revenue - external  and inter-
segmental ........................  

184,179 

Environmental 
Services 

Truck 
Transportation 

Propane 
& NGL 
Marketing & 
Distribution 

Processing & 

Wellsite Fluids Marketing 

Total

$  307,243   
27,206 

$  391,671    $  799,391    $  294,366    $ 3,665,962    $  5,591,982 
1,023,491 
101,421 

124,720 

665,016 

54,298 

334,449 

445,969 

924,111 

395,787 

4,330,978 

6,615,473 

Segment profit ......................     $  142,796   

$  57,257   

$  52,034    $  94,192    $  37,207    $ 

35,271    $ 

418,757 

Corporate & other reconciling balances 
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment ..............................................................................................................  
Amortization of intangible assets ...................................................................................................................................  
Impairment of goodwill .................................................................................................................................................  
General and administrative ............................................................................................................................................  
Stock based compensation .............................................................................................................................................  
Corporate foreign exchange gain ...................................................................................................................................  
Interest expense..............................................................................................................................................................  
Interest income ...............................................................................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt ......................................................................................................................  
Net loss before income tax .............................................................................................................................................  
Income tax recovery .......................................................................................................................................................  
Net loss  .........................................................................................................................................................................     $ 

195,438 
87,554 
175,959 
39,569 
20,379 
(4,970) 
79,580 
(558) 
113,150 
(287,344) 
(6,688) 
(280,656) 

Terminals & 
Pipelines 

Year ended 
December 31, 2014 
Statement of operations 
Revenue - external  ...............     $  97,100   
Revenue - inter-segmental ....  
60,869 
Revenue - external and inter-

segmental  .......................       157,969   

Environmental 
Services 

Truck 
Transportation 

Propane 
& NGL 
Marketing & 
Distribution 

Processing & 

Wellsite Fluids Marketing 

Total 

$  368,910   
62,243 

$  495,090    $1,190,636    $  474,771    $ 5,947,022    $  8,573,529 
1,598,907 
193,022 

1,058,023 

162,105 

62,645 

  431,153   

  557,735      1,352,741   

  667,793      7,005,045 

10,172,436 

Segment profit ......................     $  116,524   

$  100,273   

$  83,178    $  70,271    $  51,675    $ 

65,180    $ 

487,101 

Corporate & other reconciling balances 
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment ..............................................................................................................  
Amortization of intangible assets ...................................................................................................................................  
General and administrative ............................................................................................................................................  
Stock based compensation .............................................................................................................................................  
Corporate foreign exchange gain ...................................................................................................................................  
Interest expense..............................................................................................................................................................  
Interest income ...............................................................................................................................................................  
Foreign exchange loss on long-term debt ......................................................................................................................  
Net income before taxes.................................................................................................................................................  
Income tax provision .....................................................................................................................................................  
Net income  ....................................................................................................................................................................     $ 

154,934 
54,991 
37,385 
13,977 
(3,912) 
67,598 
(832) 
35,431 
127,529 
35,588 
91,941 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

The breakdown of additions to property, plant and equipment and intangible assets, including through business combinations, by 
operating segment are as follows: 

Terminals and Pipelines .....................................................   
Environmental Services .....................................................  
Truck Transportation .........................................................  
Propane & NGL Marketing & Distribution .......................  
Processing & Wellsite Fluids .............................................  
Corporate & other  .............................................................  

2015 

Property, 
plant and 
equipment 

$  247,893  
76,904  
45,396  
9,744  
23,996  
3,247  
$  407,180  

December 31 

2014 

Intangible 
Assets 

$ 

2,426 
3,868 
5,210 
30 
- 
9,440 
$  20,974 

Property, 
plant and 
equipment 

$  224,401  
76,761  
42,469  
98,060  
20,065  
9,568  
$  471,324  

Intangible 
Assets 

$ 

1,971 
1,281 
3,670 
14,251 
77 
12,196 
$  33,446 

Geographic Data 

Based on the location of the end user, approximately 19% and 18% of revenue was from customers in the United States for the 
year ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. 

The Company’s non-current assets, excluding investment in finance leases and deferred tax assets, are primarily concentrated 
in Canada with 22% and 27% in the United States at December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively. 

30  Subsequent Events 

Subsequent  to  year  end,  the  Company  reached  an  agreement  with  its  bank  syndicate  to  amend  its  $500M revolving  credit 
facility maturing in August 2020. These amendments included an increase to the maximum consolidated senior and total debt 
leverage ratio covenants from 4.0:1.0 to 4.85:1.0 until December 31, 2017, with such threshold decreasing  to 4.25:1.0 for the 
period beginning January 1, 2018 and ending on March 31, 2018, and decreasing thereafter to 4.0:1.0 for total debt and 3.5:1.0 
for senior debt. 

On March 1, 2016, the Company announced that the Board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per common share for the 
quarter ending March 31, 2016 on its outstanding common shares.  The common share dividend is payable on April 15, 2016 
to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2016. 

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Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

31  Principal subsidiaries 

The Company had the following subsidiaries as at December 31, 2015: 

Name 

A&A Tank Truck Co. 

B.E.G. Liquid Mud Services Corp. 
Cal-Gas Inc. 
Canwest Propane Partnership  
Canwest Propane ULC 
Charles Houston Inc. 
Chief Hauling Contractors ULC 
Frontier Ventures LLC 
GEP ULC  
Gibson (U.S) Acquisition Corp. 
Gibson (U.S) Finco Corp. 
Gibson (U.S) Holdco Corp. 
Gibson Energy (US) Inc.  
Gibson Energy Inc.  
Gibson Energy Infrastructure, LLC  
Gibson Energy Corp.  
Gibson Energy Marketing, LLC 
Gibson Energy Partnership  
Gibson Energy Sask Ltd. 
Gibson Energy ULC  
Gibson Energy LLC 
Gibson Energy ULC Pension Plan 
Gibson Finance Ltd. 
Gibson Gas Liquids Partnership (Alberta) 
Gibson Gas Liquids ULC 
Gibson GCC Inc.  
Gibson Offshore Services, LLC 
Gibson Omni Parent Inc. 
Griswold Management, Inc. 
GWCC, LLC 
Industrial Lift Truck & Equipment Co, Inc. 
Keeton Services, Inc. 
Link Petroleum Inc.  
Link Petroleum Services Ltd.  
Littlehawk Enterprises Ltd. 
Moose Jaw Refinery Partnership  
Moose Jaw Refinery ULC 
OMNI Energy Seismic Services, LLC  
OMNI Energy Services Corp. 
OMNI Energy Transportation Corp. 
OMNI Labor Corp. 

Country of 
incorporation 
and place of 
business 

USA 

USA 
Canada 
Canada  
Canada  
USA 
Canada  
USA 
Canada  
USA  
USA  
USA  
USA   
Canada   
USA   
USA   
USA  
Canada  
Canada  
Canada  
USA  
Canada 
Canada  
Canada  
Canada  
Canada  
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA  
Canada 
Canada 
Canada  
Canada  
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 

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Nature of business 
Transportation and Waste 
Disposal 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Industrial propane 
Industrial propane 
Industrial propane 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Transportation Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Transportation and Storage 
Holding Company 
Holding Company 
Holding Company 

  Wholesale petroleum products 

Holding Company 
Holding Company 
Holding Company 

  Wholesale petroleum products 

Transportation and Storage 
Transportation and Storage 
Holding Company 
Transportation  
Pension Fund 
Holding Company 
Wholesale propane 
Wholesale propane 
Inactive 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Holding Company 
Inactive 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Wholesale propane 
Inactive 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Fluids and refining 
Fluids and refining 
Oil & Gas Seismic Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Inactive 

  Proportion 
of 
ordinary 
shares 
owned by 
the 
Company 
100% 

100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Gibson Energy Inc. 
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 

(tabular amounts in thousands of Canadian dollars, except where noted)  

Name 

OMNI Properties Corp. 
Plato Services Partnership 
Preheat, Inc. 
Rig Tools, Inc. 
Ross Eriksmoen Inc. 
Stittco Energy Ltd. 
Stittco Utilities Man Ltd. 
Stittco Utilities NWT Ltd. 
Taylor Transfer Services, LLC 
TPG Leasing, LLC 
TPG Transport, LLC 
Trussco, Inc. 
WISCO Inc. 

Country of 
incorporation 
and place of 
business 

USA 
Canada 
USA 
USA 
USA 
Canada 
Canada 
Canada 
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 
USA 

Nature of business 

Inactive 
Waste Disposal Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Industrial propane 
Industrial propane 
Industrial propane 
Transportation  
Rental and Leasing 
Transportation  
Oil & Gas Support Services 
Oil & Gas Support Services 

  Proportion 
of 
ordinary 
shares 
owned by 
the 
Company 

100% 
50% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 
100% 

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Corporate Information

HEAD OFFICE 
1700, 440–2nd Ave SW 
Calgary, AB Canada 
T2P 5E9 
Phone: (403) 206-4000 
Fax: (403) 206-4001 
Website: www.gibsons.com

AUDITORS 
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

BANKERS 
Royal Bank of Canada 
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.

LEGAL COUNSEL 
Bennett Jones LLP

TRUSTEE, REGISTRAR & 
TRANSFER AGENT 
Computershare Trust 
Company of Canada 
Calgary, Alberta

STOCK EXCHANGE 
Toronto Stock Exchange 
Trading Symbol: GEI

INVESTOR RELATIONS & MEDIA 
Tammi Price 
Vice President, Investor Relations & 
Corporate Development 
Phone: (403) 206-4212 
Email: tprice@gibsons.com

Cam Deller 
Manager, Investor Relations 
Phone: (403) 776-3041 
Email: cam.deller@gibsons.com

Amanda Condie 
Manager, Communications 
Phone: (403) 776-3189 
Email: amanda.condie@gibsons.com

MANAGEMENT 
A. Stewart Hanlon 
President & Chief Executive Officer

Sean M. Brown 
Chief Financial Officer

Brian J. Recatto 
President U.S. Operations

Douglas P. Wilkins 
Chief Commercial Officer

Richard M. Wise 
Chief Operating Officer

Rodney J. Bantle 
Senior Vice President, Truck 
Transportation

Stephen L. Bart 
Senior Vice President, Terminals & 
Pipelines

Sean W. Duffee 
Senior Vice President, Marketing & 
Commercial Development

Donald A. Fowlis 
Senior Vice President, Finance

Warren Osatiuk 
Senior Vice President, Refining

Samuel van Aken 
Senior Vice President, Propane 
Marketing & Distribution

DIRECTORS 
James M. Estey 
Chair of the Board

James J. Cleary

A. Stewart Hanlon

Donald R. Ingram

Marshall L. McRae

Mary Ellen Peters

Clayton H. Woitas

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained in this annual 
report constitute forward-looking information 
and statements (collectively “forward-looking 
statements”). These statements relate to future 
events or the Company’s future performance. All 
statements other than statements of historical 
fact are forward-looking statements. The use of 
any of the words “anticipate”, “plan”, “contem-
plate”, “continue”, “estimate”, “expect”, “in-
tend”, “propose”, “might”, “may”, “will”, “shall”, 
“project”, “should”, “could”, “would”, “believe”, 
“predict”, “forecast”, “pursue”, “potential” and 
“capable” and similar expressions are intended 
to identify forward-looking statements. These 
statements involve known and unknown risks, 
uncertainties and other factors that may cause 
actual results or events to differ materially from 
those anticipated in such forward-looking 
statements. No assurance can be given that 
these expectations will prove to be correct and 
such forward-looking statements included in this 
annual report should not be unduly relied upon. 
These statements speak only as of the date of 
this annual report.

With respect to forward-looking statements 
contained in this annual report, assumptions 
have been made regarding, among other things:

 ƒ future growth in worldwide demand for crude 

oil and petroleum products;

 ƒ crude oil prices;

 ƒ no material defaults by the counterparties to 

agreements with the Company;

 ƒ the Company’s ability to obtain qualified 

personnel, owner-operators, lease operators 
and equipment in a timely and cost-efficient 
manner;

 ƒ the regulatory framework governing taxes 

and environmental matters in the jurisdictions 
in which the Company conducts and will 
conduct its business;

 ƒ operating costs;

 ƒ future capital expenditures to be made by the 

Company;

 ƒ the Company’s ability to obtain financing for 
its capital programs on acceptable terms;

 ƒ the Company’s future debt levels;

 ƒ the impact of increasing competition on the 

Company;

 ƒ the impact of future changes in accounting 
policies on the Company’s consolidated 
financial statements.

Actual results could differ materially from 
those anticipated in these forward-looking 
statements as a result of numerous risks 
and uncertainties including, but not limited 
to, the risks described in “Risk Factors” and 
“Forward-Looking Statements” included in the 
Company’s AIF dated March 1, 2016 as filed on 
SEDAR at www.sedar.com.

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TSX: GEI

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