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President of Hurland Services Ltd. having joined the company in 1997. From both a field and management perspective, Mr. Parent’s experience in public consultation, regulatory compliance and surface acquisition is extensive. As a senior land agent, Mr. Parent takes a leading role in the successful negotiation of surface rights acquisitions for a wide range of energy development applications in Western Canada. He has particular expertise in the Alberta Energy Regulator DOSA and D060 public consultation processes. Mr. Parent is a Past President of the Alberta Association of Surface Land Agents (AASLA) and held all executive positions within the Association. In addition, Mr. Parent served as the Association’s representative on the CALEP Professional Development Committee, assisting with the development of the current Professional Surface Landman (PSL) designation. Prior to joining Hurland Services Ltd., Mr. Parent worked in a field inspector capacity for Reid Crowther and Partners Ltd.
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Mr. Sexsmith is Vice President of Hurland Services Ltd., having joined the company in 2008 and being appointed to the role in 2015. With extensive experience in surface rights negotiations and stakeholder engagement, he plays a key role in managing public consultation programs regulated by both the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) and the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC). In addition to his leadership responsibilities, Mr. Sexsmith oversees marketing and business development initiatives, focusing on strengthening client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring the successful delivery of client objectives. Mr. Sexsmith is a past President (2015–2016) of the Alberta Association of Surface Land Agents (AASLA) and has served in every executive position within the organization. Prior to joining Hurland Services Ltd., he worked with EnCana, where he gained valuable industry experience that continues to support his client-focused approach today.
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Joined Hurland Services Ltd. in March 2003. His role as a Senior Land Agent with Hurland Services Ltd. included negotiation and consultation, coordination of well site and pipeline routing and survey operations, as well as negotiation of all Surface Rights documentation. In 2006, Mr. Cholin was assigned the role of Project Coordinator. His current role includes coordination of Surface Land Agents and acquisitions, ensuring that client time constraints are met. With over 25 years experience as a Land Agent and Surface Rights Negotiations across Western Canada, and his extensive education, Mr. Cholin is a valuable member of the Hurland Services Team.
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Joined Hurland Services Ltd. in March 2003. Mrs. Lever’s role as Project Coordinator / Senior Administrator included document preparation and coordinating the acquisition of freehold and crown lands in accordance with AER D056 regulations. In January 2020, with 17 years experience in the industry, Mrs. Lever was assigned the role of Administration Manager. Mrs. Lever is responsible for training and mentoring Administrators, and continues to create and streamline procedures and coordinates projects for several major clients.
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Joined Hurland Services Ltd in September 2025 with a varied background in health, education, human resources, payroll, and bookkeeping. A graduate of Nait and the University of Alberta, she previously held positions as a medical laboratory technologist, secondary school teacher, along with working in financial institutions, environmental and engineering companies.
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