ESTMA

The Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act (ESTMA) came into effect on June 1, 2015. ESTMA introduced new reporting and transparency obligations for the Canadian extractive sector. ESTMA applies to payments made by oil, gas and mining companies (public and private) to foreign and domestic governments at all levels. ESTMA requirements became effective on June 1, 2015 and are effective for all fiscal year-ends beginning after this date.

For more information on ESTMA, please visit nrcan.gc.ca.