Encana Corporation announced the retirement of Randall K. Eresman as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective on January 11, 2013. He is retiring from the company after serving the company for approximately 35 years. Mr. Eresman will also be retiring from the Board of Directors but he has agreed to stay on as an advisor until February 28, 2013 to assist with the transition.

Clayton H. Woitas, a director of the company and President and Chief Executive Officer of Range Royalty Management Ltd., has been appointed Interim President & Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Woitas will serve in this role.