May 8, 1919 (13th Parliament, 2nd Session)

1. Yes. 2,168 such leases issued since 1st January, 1917.
2. Under the petroleum and natural gas regulations, a printed copy of which is attached. The preparation of a list of the names of the lessees would involve several days' work.
3. A great many applications have been made for such privileges on or reservation of oil lands in the western provinces.
4. No such special privileges have been granted.
5. The Government will consult Parliament in all cases except where it acts on authority already granted by Parliament.
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