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Imperial stories

Imperial stories on the environment, innovation, community and our people.

More than a moustache
  • Supporting mental health is a cornerstone of Imperial’s Kearl operation and that focus is front-and-centre in November during the site’s Movember campaign.
  • Kathy Wakaluk-Yanco, long-time Kearl employee, is the co-captain of the annual campaign and recently won a Movember award for her commitment to men’s health.
  • Her personal story and approach to listening and kindness have an impact on everyone she works with.
Celebrating 100 years of Esso – together
  • For 100 years, Esso has been helping keep Canada moving, earning a reputation for quality, reliability and innovation.
  • The Esso brand has been a big part of Imperial’s 146-year history in Canada.
  • The trust drivers place in Esso to take them wherever they need to go has been built over generations.
Norman Wells and Sahtú communities commemorate 106 years together
  • Imperial’s Norman Wells operation in the Northwest Territories has concluded production.
  • Imperial’s work in Norman Wells is now entering a new phase that will be informed by the knowledge of the Sahtú.
  • Imperial is committed to open communication, meaningful involvement and responsible closure and reclamation for the years ahead.
All in for students, STEM and building strong communities
  • Imperial has supported the United Way’s All In for Youth program, which provides free tutoring through the YMCA Calgary’s Tutoring Table, for more than a decade.
  • Imperial provided the funding that enabled the program to expand from math tutoring into the sciences in the 2025-26 academic year.
  • The program helps students improve their grades, school attendance and confidence.