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Jeff Lawson

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Executive Vice-President, Corporate Development & Chief Sustainability Officer at Cenovus Energy
📍 Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Jeff is the Executive Vice-President of Corporate Development and Chief Sustainability Officer at Cenovus Energy. He leverages his background in corporate finance and law from the University of Alberta to guide the companys long-term strategy, overseeing both strategic acquisitions and the integration of ESG principles into business plans.

Outside of his corporate roles, Jeff is deeply committed to community engagement. He actively supports Indigenous housing initiatives and partners with educational institutions to foster local innovation. He is passionate about mentoring young professionals and creating a strong culture of connection within his company and community.

He uniquely combines the roles of driving corporate growth through M&A with leading the company’s overarching sustainability strategy.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
Executive Vice-President, Corporate Development & Chief Sustainability Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Strategic Growth
Leads Cenovus's long-term strategy through acquisitions and divestitures, drawing on over 15 years of experience in corporate finance and M&A.
Energy Sector ESG
As Chief Sustainability Officer, he is responsible for integrating environmental, social, and governance considerations into the company's core business strategy.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Executive Vice-President, Corporate Development & Chief Sustainability Officer
Cenovus Energy
5-2024 - 3-2025
Senior Vice-President, Corporate Development & Acting Chief Sustainability Officer
Cenovus Energy
1-2023 - 5-2024
Senior Vice-President, Corporate Development
Cenovus Energy
1-2009 - 1-2023
Principal and Managing Director, Corporate Finance
Peters & Co. Limited
1993 - 2007
Partner, Securities Group
Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP
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Jeff Lawson - Cenovus Energy (Leadership Profile). Featured in Cenovus Energy
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DO OR DO NOT: Canada is Missing in Action - Jeff Lawson of Cenovus Energy. Featured in Todayville
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Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
University of Alberta
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Western University
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