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Preliminary Evaluation of the Petroleum Systems of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada

Previous HitPaulTop J. Harvey1, Pransantra K. Mukhapadhyay2, and William G. Shaw3
1 Nova Scotia Department of Energy, Halifax, NS
2 Global Geoenergy Research Ltd, Halifax, NS
3 W.G. Shaw & Associates, Antigonish, NS

With over 50% of the landmass of Cape Breton Island having Carboniferous aged sediments capable of containing oil and gas, exploration activity has been intermittent from the late 1800s until recent time. It is significant to note that although Cape Breton has seen 60 petroleum wells, many of the wells are shallow with only several wells adequately evaluating the Windsor salt-bearing strata while only one well has adequately penetrated the Horton Group rocks.

Lately industry is re-evaluating this area and the numerous indications of oil and gas have provided continued encouragement to explorers. The fact that these shows have been reported from both the Windsor and Horton Groups suggest that both units contain source rocks. It has also been established that several trap types are also present in this area.

Recently a study was completed assessing the geological and geochemical components of the petroleum systems in three distinct areas of Cape Breton with an emphasis on evaluating the petroleum potential for each area. Results from the study will help guide explorers to the most prospective areas on Cape Breton Island.

AAPG Search and Discovery Article #90039©2005 AAPG Calgary, Alberta, June 16-19, 2005