ARX: 11.38 About ARC News and Features Investors Operations ESG Careers Contact HOME ABOUT ARC ABOUT US OUR HISTORY A CONSISTENT VISION ARC was founded in 1996 with the vision of being a premier conventional oil and gas company. Its founding principles were strong, smart leadership, high-quality assets, and long-term shareholder returns. Today, those founding principles remain in place and shape how the business is run. The timeline below highlights key events and decisions in ARC’s history. 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 1996 ARC Energy Trust is formed with the acquisition of 21 properties from Mobil Oil Canada. An initial IPO of 18 million units priced at $10 per share raises $180 million. ARC begins trading on the TSX July 11, 1996, under the symbol AET.UN. 1200, 308 - 4th Ave S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2P 0H7 Local: 403-503-8600 Toll Free: 888-272-4900 Fax: 403-509-6427 24-Hour Emergency Line: 403-292-0434 (for emergency purposes outside of regular business hours) Whistleblower Hotline Join Our Newsletter SIGN UP NOW Privacy Policy Legal Disclaimer