Ovintiv USA Inc. is one of the largest producers of oil and natural gas in North America, developing shale assets across a multi-basin portfolio in the United States and Canada. Its output consists of crude oil and natural gas drawn from high-quality unconventional resources in premier basins, among them the Permian, the Anadarko and the Montney. The company is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
The business traces its origins to early natural gas discoveries in Western Canada and was founded in 1881, a history of nearly 150 years. It operated as Encana Corporation before rebranding to Ovintiv in January 2020.
Technical work spans oil and natural gas production, shale asset development and multi-basin unconventional resource development, with an emphasis on operational efficiency and innovation. The company states a focus on safe operations and responsible production, environmental stewardship and community partnerships, alongside profitable growth and durable returns to investors and a commitment to affordable, secure and reliable energy. Its stated values are One, Agile, Driven and Innovative.
