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All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis. These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to Arête Industries, Inc.
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April 10, 2019 EX-10.3

Burlingame Sale and Purchase Agreement

Exhibit 10.3 ASSIGNMENT, CONVEYANCE AND BILL OF SALE This Assignment, Conveyance and Bill of Sale, effective June 1, 2018 (the “Effective Date”) is from Arete Industries Inc., 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, (collectively referred to as or “Assignors”) to Eagle United Truck Wash LLC, 6535 S. Dayton Street, #3700, Greenwood Village, CO 80111. For $100.00 and other good and valuable cons

April 10, 2019 EX-10.2

Citywide Bank Note Extension

Exhibit 10.2

April 10, 2019 EX-10.1

Eagle Truck Wash Sale and Purchase Agreement

Exhibit 10.1 SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS SALE AND PURCHASE AGREEMENT, dated as of October 1, 2018 (this “Agreement”), by and between BURLINGAME EQUITY INVESTORS MASTER FUND, LP, a Cayman Islands exempted limited partnership (“Master Fund”), BURLINGAME EQUITY INVESTORS II, LP, a Delaware limited partnership (“Fund II”, and each of Master Fund and Fund II a “Seller” and, together, the “Sellers”

April 10, 2019 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 10, 2019 (Date of earliest event reported: September 30, 2018) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo

March 29, 2018 10-Q

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, I

March 29, 2018 10-Q

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2017 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRIES,

March 29, 2018 10-Q

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRI

December 5, 2017 EX-16.1

December 5, 2017

Exhibit 16.1 December 5, 2017 Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, D.C. 20549 Commissioners: We have read Arête Industries, Inc.'s statements included under Item 4.01 of its Form 8-K filed on December 4, 2017 and we agree with such statements concerning our firm. /s/ Hein & Associates LLP Hein & Associates LLP

December 5, 2017 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: December 5, 2017 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

December 1, 2017 10-K

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. FORM 10-K (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ☒ Annual Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2016 ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. (Ex

December 1, 2017 EX-99.1

Report of Pinnacle Energy Services, L.L.C.*

Exhibit 99.1 Arete Industries, Inc. Year-End 2016 Reserve Report SEC Pricing Prepared by: Richard J. Morrow, PE Pinnacle Energy Services, LLC 9420 Cedar Lake Ave Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73114 May 15, 2017 Arete Industries, Inc. 1410 High Street Denver, CO 80218 Attn: Mr. Tristan Farel Re: Reserve and Economic Evaluation Arete Industries, Inc. Year-End 2016 SEC Pricing Executive Summary Pinnacle En

May 12, 2017 10-Q

Arete Industries FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 arete10q-093016.htm FORM 10-Q UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission

April 10, 2017 NT 10-K

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): [X] Form 10-K [_] Form 20-F [_] Form 11-K [_] Form 10-Q [_] Form N-SAR [_] Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2016 [_] Transition Report on Form 10-K [_] Transition Report on Form 20-F [_] Transition Report on Form 11-K [_] Tran

February 6, 2017 10-Q

Arete Industries FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 Or ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE INDUSTRIES, I

December 23, 2016 10-Q

Arete Industries FORM 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ? Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 Or ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE INDUSTRIES,

November 18, 2016 NT 10-Q

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D FORM 12b-25 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): ? Form 10-K o Form 20-F o Form 11-K ? Form 10-Q o Form 10-D o Form N-SAR o Form N-CSR For Period Ended: September 30, 2016 o Transition Report on Form 10-K o Transition Report on Form 20-F o Transition Report on Form 11-K o Transition

August 31, 2016 8-K

Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 26, 2016 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

August 24, 2016 8-K

Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

8-K 1 arete8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report August 17, 2016 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of

August 24, 2016 EX-16.1

August 24, 2016

Exhibit 16.1 August 24, 2016 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 We have read item 4.01 on Form 8-K of Arête Industries, Inc. dated August 17, 2016, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein. Very truly yours, /s/ Causey Demgen & Moore P.C. Causey Demgen & Moore P.C.

August 24, 2016 EX-16.1

August 24, 2016

Exhibit 16.1 August 24, 2016 Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 We have read item 4.01 on Form 8-K of Arête Industries, Inc. dated August 17, 2016, and agree with the statements concerning our Firm contained therein. Very truly yours, /s/ Causey Demgen & Moore P.C. Causey Demgen & Moore P.C.

August 24, 2016 8-K

Changes in Registrant's Certifying Accountant

8-K 1 arete8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report August 17, 2016 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of

August 16, 2016 NT 10-Q

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D FORM 12b-25 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): ? Form 10-K o Form 20-F o Form 11-K ? Form 10-Q o Form 10-D o Form N-SAR o Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2016 o Transition Report on Form 10-K o Transition Report on Form 20-F o Transition Report on Form 11-K o Transition Repor

August 16, 2016 NT 10-Q

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D FORM 12b-25 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): ? Form 10-K o Form 20-F o Form 11-K ? Form 10-Q o Form 10-D o Form N-SAR o Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2016 o Transition Report on Form 10-K o Transition Report on Form 20-F o Transition Report on Form 11-K o Transition Repor

August 4, 2016 8-K/A

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: December 30, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commis

August 4, 2016 EX-99.1

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

Exhibit 99.1 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR?S REPORT Board of Directors Are?te Industries, Inc. Westminster, Colorado We have audited the accompanying statements of operating revenues and direct operating expenses (the ?Statements?) of the oil and gas working interests acquired by Are?te Industries, Inc. for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014. The Statements are the responsibility of the Company?s ma

May 17, 2016 NT 10-Q

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D FORM 12b-25 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): ? Form 10-K o Form 20-F o Form 11-K ? Form 10-Q o Form 10-D o Form N-SAR o Form N-CSR For Period Ended: March 31, 2016 o Transition Report on Form 10-K o Transition Report on Form 20-F o Transition Report on Form 11-K o Transition Repo

May 10, 2016 10-K

Arete Industries FORM 10-K (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ? Annual Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2015 ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE INDUSTRIES, INC. (Ex

May 10, 2016 EX-99.1

Arete Industries, Inc. Year-End 2015 Reserve Report SEC Pricing Prepared by: Richard J. Morrow, PE Pinnacle Energy Services, L.L.C. 9420 Cedar Lake Ave Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73114

Exhibit 99.1 Arete Industries, Inc. Year-End 2015 Reserve Report SEC Pricing Prepared by: Richard J. Morrow, PE Pinnacle Energy Services, L.L.C. 9420 Cedar Lake Ave Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73114 PINNACLE ENERGY PINNACLE ENERGY April 4, 2016 Arete Industries, Inc. 1410 High Street Denver, CO 80218 Attn: Mr. Tristan Farel RE: Reserve and Economic Evaluation Arete Industries, Inc. Year-End 2015 SEC P

March 30, 2016 NT 10-K

Arete Industries NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D FORM 12b-25 CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): ? Form 10-K o Form 20-F o Form 11-K ? Form 10-Q o Form 10-D o Form N-SAR o Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2015 o Transition Report on Form 10-K o Transition Report on Form 20-F o Transition Report on Form 11-K o Transition R

February 23, 2016 EX-3.1

Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation dated December 30, 2015 – Preferences, Limitations and Relative Rights of 7% Series A2 Convertible Preferred Stock (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to Form 8-K dated February 23, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-3.1 2 ex3x1.htm EXHIBIT 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT to the ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION of ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. PREFERENCES, LIMITATIONS AND RELATIVE RIGHTS OF 7% SERIES A2 CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK (Pursuant to Section 7-106-102 of the Colorado Business Corporation Act) Arête Industries, Inc., a Colorado corporation (the “Corporation”), pursuant to the authority conferred upon its B

February 23, 2016 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: December 30, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

February 23, 2016 EX-99.1

ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND RESTRUCTURING OF CERTAIN LIABILITIES

Exhibit 99.1 AR?TE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES CLOSING OF PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND RESTRUCTURING OF CERTAIN LIABILITIES Westminster, CO ? February 23, 2016 ? Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC PINK: ARET) announced today that it successfully closed on the purchase and sale agreement of certain oil and gas properties with an unaffiliated company on December 30, 2015. The assets acquired by the Compa

February 23, 2016 EX-10.1

Settlement Agreement between Arête Industries, Inc. and Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., Tindall Operating Company, and Tucker Energy, LLC (filed as Exhibit 10.1 to Form 8-K dated February 23, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.1 SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT This Settlement Agreement (the "Agreement") dated January 19, 2016, but effective December 31, 2015 (the "Effective Date") is by and among Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, a Colorado limited liability limited partnership ("Tucker"); DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., a Colorado corporation ("DNR"); Tindall Operating Company, a Colorado corporation ("Tindall"), and Tucker Energy

February 23, 2016 EX-10.2

Lease Purchase Agreement between Arête Industries, Inc. and Wellstar Corporation, dated November 24, 2015 (filed as Exhibit 10.2 to Form 8-K dated February 23, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.2 4 ex10x2.htm EXHIBIT 10.2 Exhibit 10.2 LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT This LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”), executed this 24th day of November, 2015, but whose effective date for all purposes is the 1st day of December, 2015, is by and between Wellstar Corporation, herein known as the “Seller”, with an address of 11990 Grant Street #550 Northglenn, CO 80233 and Arete Industries, Inc.

December 3, 2015 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: November 25, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (I

December 3, 2015 EX-99.1

ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES ENTRY INTO A DEFINITIVE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 AR?TE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES ENTRY INTO A DEFINITIVE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT Westminster, CO - December 3, 2015 ? Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC PINK: ARET) (the "Company" or "Arete") announced today that it entered into a definitive purchase and sale agreement (the "Purchase and Sale Agreement") with an unaffiliated company, whereby Ar?te will purchase certain assets in producin

November 16, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 ☐ Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRI

August 21, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 21, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

August 18, 2015 EX-99.1

ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES TERMINATION OF SEC INVESTIGATION

Exhibit 99.1 AR?TE INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES TERMINATION OF SEC INVESTIGATION WESTMINSTER, Colorado, August 18, 2015 (Market Wired) - Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) today announced that it received written notification from the Securities and Exchange Commission that the SEC has terminated its investigation of the Company, which begun on July 24, 2013, without recommendation of any enforce

August 18, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 18, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

August 14, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 ☐ Transition Report pursuant to

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q ☒ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 Or ☐ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, I

July 10, 2015 RW

Arete Industries REQUEST FOR WITHDRAW

July 10, 2015 VIA EDGAR Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.

June 30, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: June 19, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (IRS E

June 1, 2015 EX-10.1

Account Services Agreement between Arête Industries, Inc. and Tristan R. Farel and Pivot Accounting, LLC dated May 26, 2015 (filed as Exhibit 10.1 to Form 8-K dated June 1, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.1 ACCOUNTING SERVICES AGREEMENT This Accounting Services Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into this 26th day of May, 2015 by and between Tristan R. Farel ("Farel") and Pivot Accounting, LLC ("Pivot LLC") (Farel and Pivot LLC are collectively "Pivot"), and Ar?te Industries, Inc. (the "Client"). Pivot and the Client are referred to herein sometimes in the singular as a "Party"

June 1, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: May 26, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

May 15, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 Or ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D

April 27, 2015 8-K

Current Report

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 20, 2015 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

April 15, 2015 EX-99.1

March 31, 2015

Exhibit 99.1 TBPE REGISTERED ENGINEERING FIRM F-1580 FAX (303) 623-4258 621 SEVENTEENTH STREET SUITE 1550 DENVER, COLORADO 80293 TELEPHONE (303) 623-9147 March 31, 2015 Ar?te Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 141 Westminster, CO 80036-0141 Gentlemen: At your request, Ryder Scott Company, L.P. (Ryder Scott) has prepared an estimate of the proved and probable reserves, future production, and income attribut

April 15, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K x Annual Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2014 ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE IN

March 31, 2015 NT 10-K

Arete Industries NT 10-K

NT 10-K SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

November 20, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 Or ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-1682

November 17, 2014 NT 10-Q

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. NT 10-Q - - NT 10-Q

NT 10-Q SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

October 31, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: October 21, 2014 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (

October 31, 2014 EX-10.26

INDEPENDENT CONSULTING AGREEMENT

EX-10.26 2 d813446dex1026.htm EX-10.26 Exhibit 10.26 INDEPENDENT CONSULTING AGREEMENT This Independent Consulting Agreement (“Agreement”), effective as of October 15, 2014 (“Effective Date”) is entered into by and between ARETE INDUSTRIES, INC., a Colorado corporation (herein referred to as the “Company”) and WILLIAM STEWART, a resident of the state of Colorado (hereinafter referred to as the “Con

August 14, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

July 11, 2014 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Participation Agreement in two wells to be drilled in Wyoming

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Participation Agreement in two wells to be drilled in Wyoming WESTMINSTER, Colorado, July 11, 2014 (MARKET WIRE) - Arête Industries, Inc. (OTCQB:ARET) announced July 11, 2014 that it will participate as a working interest owner in two horizontal wells to be drilled in Campbell County, Wyoming and Con

July 11, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d754639d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: July 11, 2014 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

June 13, 2014 8-K

Current Report

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report: June 9, 2014 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

May 16, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 Or ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D

May 16, 2014 NT 10-Q/A

- NT 10-Q/A

NT 10-Q/A SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 16, 2014 NT 10-Q

- NT 10-Q

NT 10-Q SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

April 15, 2014 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ¨ Annual Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2013 ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE IN

April 1, 2014 NT 10-K

- NT 10-K

NT 10-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): x Form 10-K ¨ Form 20-F ¨ Form 11-K ¨ Form 10-Q ¨ Form N-SAR ¨ Form N-CSR For Period Ended: December 31, 2013 ¨ Transition Report on Form 10-K ¨ Transition Report on Form 20-F ¨ Transition Report on Form 11-K ¨ Transition Repor

February 21, 2014 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces The Company has repurchased the 1,200,000 shares of its Common Stock

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arête Industries, Inc. Announces The Company has repurchased the 1,200,000 shares of its Common Stock. February, February 21, 2014 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, February 21, 2014 (Market Wired) Arête Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) today announced it recently repurchased 1,200,000 shares of its common stock from one of its significant shar

February 21, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: February 3, 2014 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

February 21, 2014 EX-10.25

Direct stock purchase agreement between Arête Industries, Inc. and Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund LP dated January 30, 2014 (filed as Exhibit 10.25 to Form 8-K dated February 21, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.25 Exhibit 10.25 DIRECT STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT THIS DIRECT STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT (this “DSPA”) is made as of January 30, 2014, by and between Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund LP, whose address is One Montgomery Street, 33rd Floor San Francisco, CA 94104 (“Stock Seller”) and Arête Industries Inc., a Colorado corporation, whose address is 7260 Osceola Street Westminster, CO 80030 (

February 14, 2014 SC 13G/A

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. / BURLINGAME ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC - FEBRUARY 14, 2014 Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (RULE 13D - 102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO 13d-2(b) (Amendment No. 2)* Arête Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 040098303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event which

February 3, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: January 28, 2014 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

February 3, 2014 EX-10.20

Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 Charles B Davis (filed as Exhibit 10.20 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.20 UNSECURED PROMISSORY NOTE $66,500 Westminster, Colorado January 1, 2014 For value received, the undersigned, Arete Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order Charles B Davis (Davis), 12741 East Caley, Suite 142, Centennial, Colorado 80111 on or before the 1st day of January 2019 (“Maturity Date”), the principal sum

February 3, 2014 EX-10.21

Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 William Stewart (filed as Exhibit 10.21 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.21 Exhibit 10.21 UNSECURED PROMISSORY NOTE $49,500 Westminster, Colorado January 1, 2014 For value received, the undersigned, Arete Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order William Stewart (Stewart), 2007 Brazos Ct., Mission, TX 78572 on or before the 1st day of January 2017 (“Maturity Date”), the principal sum of Forty N

February 3, 2014 EX-10.24

Extension of Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund, LP Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 (filed as Exhibit 10.24 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.24 Exhibit 10.24 Promissory Note Extension Agreement January 27, 2014 This Promissory Note Extension Agreement, hereinafter referred to as “Extension Agreement,” is entered into as of the date above written, by and between Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund LP, (hereinafter called “Lender”) and Arête Industries Inc. (hereinafter called “Borrower”). WHEREAS, Lender and Borrower have ente

February 3, 2014 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Bank Line of Credit and Refinancing of Existing Debt

EX99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Bank Line of Credit and Refinancing of Existing Debt Monday, February 3, 2014 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, February 3, 2014 (Market Wired) Arête Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) today announced it signed a line of credit with a bank and renegotiated the existing advances and amounts due to the related partie

February 3, 2014 EX-10.18

Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 City Wide Bank (filed as Exhibit 10.18 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.18 2 d668694dex1018.htm EX-10.18 Exhibit 10.18 PROMISSORY NOTE Principal $1,500,000.00 Loan Date 01-28-2014 Maturity 01-28-2015 Loan No 200148907 Call / Coll 4A / 25 Account AAA2435 Officer CAC Initials References in the boxes above are for Lender’s use only and do not limit the applicability of this document to any particular loan or item. Any item above containing “ * * * ” has been omitte

February 3, 2014 EX-10.19

Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 Donald W Prosser (filed as Exhibit 10.19 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.19 Exhibit 10.19 UNSECURED PROMISSORY NOTE $28,500 Westminster, Colorado January 1, 2014 For value received, the undersigned, Arete Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order Donald W Prosser (Prosser), 4565 E Mexico Ave. #17, Denver, Colorado 80222 on or before the 1st day of January 2019 (“Maturity Date”), the principal s

February 3, 2014 EX-10.22

Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 DNR Oil & Gas, Inc. (filed as Exhibit 10.22 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.22 Exhibit 10.22 UNSECURED PROMISSORY NOTE $792,151 Westminster, Colorado January 1, 2014 For value received, the undersigned, Arete Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order DNR Oil & Gas, Inc. (DNR), 12741 East Caley, Suite 142, Centennial, Colorado 80111 on or before the 1st day of January 2019 (“Maturity Date”), the pr

February 3, 2014 EX-10.23

Extension of Burlingame Equity Investors II, LP Promissory Note, Dated January 28, 2014 (filed as Exhibit 10.23 to Form 8-K dated February 3, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.23 Exhibit 10.23 Promissory Note Extension Agreement January 27, 2014 This Promissory Note Extension Agreement, hereinafter referred to as “Extension Agreement,” is entered into as of the date above written, by and between Burlingame Equity Investors II, LP (hereinafter called “Lender”) and Arête Industries Inc. (hereinafter called “Borrower”). WHEREAS, Lender and Borrower have entered into

January 2, 2014 EX-99.1

Arete Industries, Inc. Announces Sale of a Well and Leases in Wyoming for Approximately $1.0 Million in Gross Proceeds With a $380,000 Gain

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arete Industries, Inc. Announces Sale of a Well and Leases in Wyoming for Approximately $1.0 Million in Gross Proceeds With a $380,000 Gain WESTMINSTER, CO — (Marketwired) — 12/23/13 — Arête Industries, Inc. (OTCQB: ARET) today announced it recently sold an oil well and three oil and gas (on one of which the well is located) leases

January 2, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: December 23, 2013 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

November 27, 2013 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Participation Agreement in three wells to be drilled in Wyoming

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Participation Agreement in three wells to be drilled in Wyoming WESTMINSTER, Colorado, November 25, 2013 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Arête Industries, Inc. (OTCQB:ARET) — News) announced today that it will participate as a working interest owner in three horizontal wells to be drilled in Campbell County, Wyomi

November 27, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: November 25, 2013 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

November 14, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

August 9, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2013 Or ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D A

August 2, 2013 SC 13G/A

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. / BURLINGAME ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC - AUGUST 2, 2013 Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (RULE 13d - 102) Information to be included in statements filed pursuant to Rules 13d-1(b), (c) and (d) and amendments thereto filed pursuant to 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. 1)* Arête Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities) 040098303 (CUSIP Number) June 28, 2013 (Date

July 5, 2013 EX-10.14

Notice of Conversion by Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund, LP, dated June 28, 2013 (filed as Exhibit 10.14 to Form 8-K dated July 5, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.14 Exhibit 10.14 NOTICE OF CONVERSION In consideration of $46,000.00 paid to the holder hereof and the issuance of a promissory note of the Corporation of $552,000.00 to the holder substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, along with a waiver of all dividend rights relating to the Dividend Period subsequent to March 30, 2013, the undersigned holder does hereby elect to convert

July 5, 2013 EX-10.13

Notice of Conversion by Burlingame Equity Investors II, LP, dated June 28, 2013 (filed as Exhibit 10.13 to Form 8-K dated July 5, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.13 Exhibit 10.13 NOTICE OF CONVERSION In consideration of $4,000.00 paid to the holder hereof and the issuance of a promissory note of the Corporation of $48,000.00 to the holder substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, along with a waiver of all dividend rights relating to the Dividend Period subsequent to March 30, 2013, the undersigned holder does hereby elect to convert 16

July 5, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: June 28, 2013 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Com

July 5, 2013 EX-10.17

Form of Notice of Conversion for holders of Series A1 Preferred Stock other than Burlingame Equity Investors II, LP and Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund, LP (filed as Exhibit 10.17 to Form 8-K dated July 5, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.17 Exhibit 10.17 FORM OF NOTICE OF CONVERSION In consideration of $10.00 paid to the holder hereof, along with a waiver of all dividend rights relating to the Dividend Period subsequent to March 30, 2013, for all shares of 15% Series A1 Convertible Preferred Stock (“Series A1 Preferred Stock”) of Arête Industries, Inc., (the “Company”) in the name of the undersigned, the undersigned holder d

July 5, 2013 EX-10.15

Promissory Note - Burlingame Equity Investors II, LP, dated June 28, 2013 (filed as Exhibit 10.15 to Form 8-K dated July 5, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.15 Exhibit 10.15 PROMISSORY NOTE $48,000.00 Denver, Colorado Date: June 28, 2013 FOR VALUE RECEIVED, Arête Industries, Inc. (“Maker”) promises to pay to the order of Burlingame Equity Investors II, L.P., whose address is One Montgomery Street, 33rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94104, the sum of $48,000.00, with interest at the rate of 7% percent per annum, payable as follows: Interest payable on

July 5, 2013 EX-10.16

Promissory Note - Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund, LP, dated June 28, 2013 (filed as Exhibit 10.16 to Form 8-K dated July 5, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.16 Exhibit 10.16 PROMISSORY NOTE $552,000.00 Denver, Colorado Date: June 28, 2013 FOR VALUE RECEIVED, Arête Industries, Inc. (“Maker”) promises to pay to the order of Burlingame Equity Investors Master Fund, LP, whose address is One Montgomery Street, 33rd Floor, San Francisco, CA 94104, the sum of $552,000.00, with interest at the rate of 7% percent per annum, payable as follows: Interest p

May 20, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Form 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

May 16, 2013 NT 10-Q

- NT 10-Q

SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 3, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 29, 2013 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Co

May 3, 2013 EX-10.12

Promissory Note due to Apex Financial Services Corp. dated April 2, 2013 (filed as Exhibit 10.12 to Form 8-K dated May 3, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EX-10.12 Exhibit 10.12 PROMISSORY NOTE Date: April 2, 2013 Principal Amount: $1,000,000.00 Due Date: May 31, 2014 1. Amount Borrowed. For Value Received, the undersigned, Arête Industries Inc. (“hereinafter, the “Borrower”), promises to pay Apex Financial Service Corp a Colorado Corporation (the “Note Holder”), the principal sum of One Million and no/100ths Dollars ($1,000,000.00), with interest a

May 2, 2013 EX-99.1

Arête Industries Appoints new CEO

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Arête Industries Appoints new CEO Wednesday, May 1, 2013 WESTMINSTER, Colo., May 1, 2013 - Arête Industries, Inc. (OTCQB: ARET - News), announced today that it has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer. On April 26, 2013, Arête’s Board of Directors appointed Nicholas L. Scheidt as its Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Scheidt was appointed to fill a vacancy created by the resigna

May 2, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: April 26, 2013 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Co

April 19, 2013 EX-99.1

FAX (303) 623-4258

Exhibit 99.1 FAX (303) 623-4258 621 SEVENTEENTH STREET SUITE 1550 DENVER, COLORADO 80293 TELEPHONE (303) 623-9147 April 12, 2013 Ar?te Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 141 Westminster, CO 80036-0141 Gentlemen: At your request, Ryder Scott Company, L.P. (Ryder Scott) has prepared an estimate of the proved and probable reserves, future production, and income attributable to certain leasehold interests of A

April 19, 2013 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K x Annual Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934: For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2012 ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE IN

April 2, 2013 NT 10-K

- NT 10-K

NT 10-K SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 14, 2013 SC 13G

ARET / Arete Industries, Inc. / BURLINGAME ASSET MANAGEMENT, LLC - FEBRUARY 13, 2013 Passive Investment

SC 13G 1 arete13g-021313.htm FEBRUARY 13, 2013 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (RULE 13d - 102) Information to be included in statements filed pursuant to Rules 13d-1(b), (c) and (d) and amendments thereto filed pursuant to 13d-2(b) (AMENDMENT NO. )* Arête Industries, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, no par value (Title of Class of Securities

November 28, 2012 EX-99.1

Arête Industries Adds New Director

EX-99.1 2 d446174dex991.htm PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arete, Inc. Arête Industries Adds New Director Wednesday, November 28, 2012 WESTMINSTER, Colo., November 28, 2012 - Arête Industries, Inc. (OTCQB: ARET - News), announced today that the Company has a new member of the Board of Directors. On November 21, 2012, the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Arête Industries, Inc.

November 28, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits - FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: November 21, 2012 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

November 14, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

10-Q 1 d399005d10q.htm FORM 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012 Or ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from

November 1, 2012 424B3

ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. 1,583,333 Shares of Common Stock

424B3 Filed Pursuant to Rule 424b3 Registration No. 333-181739 PROSPECTUS ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. 1,583,333 Shares of Common Stock This prospectus relates to the resale of up to 1,583,333 shares of our common stock that may be offered and sold, from time to time, by the selling shareholders identified in this prospectus for their own account, consisting of 1,583,333 shares of common stock issuable

October 29, 2012 CORRESP

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Correspondence Arête Industries, Inc. 7260 Osceola Street Westminster, CO 80030 Telephone: (303) 427-8688 October 29, 2012 VIA EDGAR H. Roger Schwall, Assistant Director U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Arête Industries, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1/A (the “Registration Statement”) Filed on October 26, 2012

October 26, 2012 S-1/A

- AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-1

Amendment No. 1 to Form S-1 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 26, 2012 Registration No. 333-181739 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Amendment No. 1 to Form S-1 REGISTRATION STATEMENT Under THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. (Name of small business issuer in its charter) Colorado 1311 84-1508638 (State or other juri

October 26, 2012 EX-10.11

Promissory Note due to Apex Financial Services Corp. ($455,000) and Assignment of Proceeds (filed as Exhibit 10.11 to Amended Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on October 26, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Promissory Note due to Apex Financial Services Corp Exhibit 10.11 PROMISSORY NOTE Date: Sept 29, 2012 Principal Amount: $455,000.00 Due Date: March 29, 2013 1. Amount Borrowed. For Value Received, the undersigned, Arête Industries Inc. (“hereinafter, the “Borrower”), promises to pay Apex Financial Service Corp a Colorado Corporation (the “Note Holder”), the principal sum of Four Hundred Fifty Five

October 15, 2012 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A Amendment No. 2 CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 July 29, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of other jurisdiction of incorporati

October 15, 2012 EX-99.2

ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET June 30, 2011 Arête Historical Pro Forma Adjustments Arête Pro Forma Acquisition Sale/ Financing ASSETS Current Assets: Cash and equivalents $ 21,457 $ — $ 24,418

Unaudited pro forma Exhibit 99.2 ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET June 30, 2011 Arête Historical Pro Forma Adjustments Arête Pro Forma Acquisition Sale/ Financing ASSETS Current Assets: Cash and equivalents $ 21,457 $ — $ 24,418 (e) $ 45,875 Oil and gas sales receivable — 1,229,830 (c) 1,229,830 Prepaid expenses and other 459,822 459,822 Total

October 15, 2012 EX-99.1

INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT

Statement of Operating Revenues Exhibit 99.1 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT Board of Directors Arête Industries, Inc. Westminster, Colorado We have audited the accompanying statements of operating revenues and direct operating expenses (the “Statements”) of the oil and gas working interests acquired by Arête Industries, Inc. for the years ended December 31, 2009 and 2010. The Statements are the resp

October 4, 2012 8-K

- FORM 8-K

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 29, 2012 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)

September 27, 2012 CORRESP

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Response Letter Arête Industries, Inc. 7260 Osceola Street Westminster, CO 80030 September 27, 2012 VIA EDGAR Mr. H. Roger Schwall, Assistant Director United States Securities and Exchange Commission 450 Fifth Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20549-4546 Re: Arete Industries, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1 Filed May 29, 2012 File No. 333-181739 Dear Mr. Schwall: Enclosed for filing via EDGAR on

September 26, 2012 CORRESP

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Correspondence Arête Industries, Inc. 7260 Osceola Street Westminster, CO 80030 September 26, 2012 VIA EDGAR Mr. H. Roger Schwall, Assistant Director United States Securities and Exchange Commission 450 Fifth Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20549-4546 Re: Arete Industries, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1 Filed May 29, 2012 File No. 333-181739 Dear Mr. Schwall: Enclosed for filing via EDGAR on

August 24, 2012 10-Q/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q/A (Amendment #1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q/A (Amendment #1) x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012 Or ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR

August 16, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012 Or ? Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D A

August 15, 2012 NT 10-Q

- FORM 12B-25

FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

July 20, 2012 CORRESP

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Correspondence July 20, 2012 VIA EDGAR Mr. H. Roger Schwall, Assistant Director United States Securities and Exchange Commission 450 Fifth Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20549-4546 Re: Arete Industries, Inc. Registration Statement on Form S-1 Filed May 29, 2012 File No. 333-181739 Dear Mr. Schwall: Enclosed for filing via EDGAR on behalf of Arête Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) is its response to th

May 29, 2012 S-1

Registration Statement - FORM S-1

Form S-1 Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 29, 2012 Registration No.

May 29, 2012 EX-14

Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (filed as Exhibit 14 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Exhibit 14 October 27, 2011 ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC.

May 29, 2012 EX-10.7

Promissory Note due to Pikerni, LLC ($250,000) (filed as Exhibit 10.7 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Promissory Note due to Pikerni, LLC ($250,000) Exhibit 10.7 PROMISSORY NOTE $250,000 Westminster, Colorado March 28, 2012 For value received, the undersigned, Arête Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order Pikerni, LLC (Pikerni), 10860 E Democrat Road, Parker, Colorado 80222 on or before the 28th day of March 2013 (“Maturity Da

May 29, 2012 EX-10.8

Promissory Note due to Fairfield Management Group, LLC ($150,000) (filed as Exhibit 10.8 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Promissory Note due to Fairfield Management Group, LLC Exhibit 10.8 PROMISSORY NOTE $150,000 Westminster, Colorado March 28, 2012 For value received, the undersigned, Arête Industries, Inc. (“Debtor”), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order Fairfield Management Group, LLC (Fairfield), 4565 E Mexico Ave. #17, Denver, Colorado 80222 on or before the 28th d

May 29, 2012 EX-10.10

Agreement regarding Increase in Payments in respect of Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement (Exhibit C) (filed as Exhibit 10.10 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Agreement regarding Increase in Payments Exhibit 10.10 Exhibit “C” OIL PRICE INCREASE 1. Upon the 61st continuous day of Nymex oil prices over $90.00/bbl Arête will owe DNR/Tindall $250,000 (Two hundred fifty thousand dollars) payable on the same date one year from the 61st day. 2. Upon the 61st continuous day of Nymex oil prices over $100.00/bbl Arête will owe DNR/Tindall $500,000 (Five hundred t

May 29, 2012 EX-21

List of Subsidiaries (filed as Exhibit 21 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

List of Subsidiaries Exhibit 21 LIST OF SUBSIDIARIES Arête Energy, Inc. Texas corporation, organized 2012 Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado corporation, organized 1998

May 29, 2012 EX-3.2(A)

Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation dated May 29, 2012 – Preferences, Limitations and Relative Rights of 15% Series A1 Convertible Preferred Stock (filed as Exhibit 3.2(a) to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation Exhibit 3.2(a) ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT to the ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION of ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. PREFERENCES, LIMITATIONS AND RELATIVE RIGHTS OF 15% SERIES A1 CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK Arête Industries, Inc., a Colorado corporation (the “Corporation”), pursuant to Section 7-110-103 and 7-110-106 of the Colorado Business Corporation Act (the “Act”

May 29, 2012 EX-10.9

Amended and Restated Contract Operator Agreement between DNR Oil & Gas, Inc. and Arête Industries, Inc. (filed as Exhibit 10.9 to Registration Statement on Form S-1 filed on May 29, 2012, and incorporated herein by reference)

Amendend and Retstaed Contract Operator Agreement Exhibit 10.9 AMENDED AND RESTATED CONTRACT OPERATOR AGREEMENT THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED CONTRACT OPERATOR AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is entered into between Arête Industries, Inc. (“Arête”) and Contractor, as defined herein, on September 29, 2011 but effective April 1, 2011, in connection with the Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement, as a

May 15, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q x Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012 Or ¨ Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D

May 1, 2012 10-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1)

Form 10-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact

April 16, 2012 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

April 16, 2012 EX-99.1

621 SEVENTEENTH STREET SUITE 1550 DENVER, COLORADO 80293 TELEPHONE (303) 623-9147

Exhibit 99.1 FAX (303) 623-4258 621 SEVENTEENTH STREET SUITE 1550 DENVER, COLORADO 80293 TELEPHONE (303) 623-9147 April 13, 2012 Ar?te Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 141 Westminster, CO 80036-0141 Gentlemen: At your request, we have prepared an estimate of the proved and probable reserves, future production, and income attributable to certain leasehold interests of Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Ar?te) as of

April 16, 2012 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 Subsidiaries of the Registrant

Exhibit 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

March 30, 2012 NT 10-K

- NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING

SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 6, 2012 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Arête Industries, Inc. Arête Industries, Inc. Announces the Sale of a Well and Lease in Wyoming for Approximately $1.1 Million in Proceeds with a $750,000 Profit. Monday, February 6, 2012 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, February 6, 2012 (Business Wire) Arête Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) today announced it has sold a well and lease in Niobrara County Wyoming of its rece

February 6, 2012 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Other Events - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: February 1, 2012 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

November 21, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2011 o Transition Report pursua

. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q þ Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2011 Or o Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUS

November 17, 2011 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: November 15, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission File Number) (I

November 17, 2011 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

EXHIBIT 99.1 Press Release Source: Ar?te Industries, Inc. Arete Industries, Inc. Expects $2 million in Net Income for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2011 Tuesday, November 15, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, November 15, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTCQB:ARET) - News) today announced it generated over $2.9 million in gross revenue, expects over $2 million dollars (or in the

November 15, 2011 NT 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): []Form 10-K []Form 20-F []Form 11-K [X] Form 10-Q[]Form N-SAR []Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2011 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K [ ] Transition Report o

October 7, 2011 EX-3.1

Articles of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of Arête Industries, Inc. – Preferences, Limitations and Relative Rights of 15% Series A1 convertible preferred stock (filed as Exhibit 3.1 to Form 8-K dated September 30, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.)

EXHIBIT 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT to the ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION of AR?TE INDUSTRIES, INC. PREFERENCES, LIMITATIONS AND RELATIVE RIGHTS OF 15% SERIES A1 CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK (Pursuant to Section 7-106-102 of the Colorado Business Corporation Act) Ar?te Industries, Inc., a Colorado corporation (the ?Corporation?), pursuant to the authority conferred upon its Board of Directors (the ?Board?

October 7, 2011 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

EXHIBIT 99.1 Press Release Source: Ar?te Industries, Inc. Arete Industries, Inc Closes Acquisition of Oil & Gas Properties Monday, October 3, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, October 3, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTCQB:ARET) - News) today announced it has completed the oil and gas property purchase by making the final payment to the sellers under the Purchase and Sale Agreement dat

October 7, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 30, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industri

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 30, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (

September 22, 2011 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Ar?te Industries, Inc. Arete Industries, Inc. Receives Funding Commitment to Close Acquisition Friday, September 16, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, September 16, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTCQB:ARET) - News) today announced it has received an extension of its second monthly payment originally due on September 15, 2011, to the sellers under the

September 22, 2011 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: September 16, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (

September 22, 2011 EX-10.9

Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement among Tucker Family Investment LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., Tindall Operating Company and Arête Industries, Inc., dated September 16, 2011 (filed as Exhibit 10.9 to Form 8-K dated September 16, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.1 SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT THIS SECOND AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AGREEMENT ("Second Amendment") is dated September 16, 2011, but effective April 1, 2011 (?Effective Date?), and is by and among Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, a Colorado limited liability limited partnership (?Tucker?); DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., a Colorado corporati

August 29, 2011 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 29, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (IRS

August 29, 2011 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

Press Release Source: Ar?te Industries, Inc. Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces the Sale of a Portion of Leases for Approximately $5.0 Million in Proceeds with a $2.66 Million Profit, or $0.35 Per Share. Tuesday, August 30, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, August 30, 2011 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) today announces it has paid $3.7 million in connection with its previously annou

August 22, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2011 [ ] Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2011 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRI

August 18, 2011 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Information Updating Current Activity

Exhibit 99.1 Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Information Updating Current Activity Tuesday, August 16, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, August 16, 2011 (Globe Newswire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) announces the status of its purchase of oil and gas properties, potential financing, and change of auditors. On July 29, 2011 Ar?te signed an Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement which

August 18, 2011 8-K/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 12, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industrie

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 12, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (I

August 18, 2011 EX-10.8

First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement among Tucker Family Investment LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., Tindall Operating Company and Arête Industries, Inc., dated August 12, 2011 (filed as Exhibit 10.8 to Amendment No. 1 to Form 8-K/A dated August 12, 2011 (filed with the SEC on August 18, 2011), and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.8 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AGREEMENT ("First Amendment") is dated August 12, 2011, but effective April 1, 2011 (“Effective Date”), and is by and among Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, a Colorado limited liability limited partnership (“Tucker”); DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., a Colorado corporation (“D

August 17, 2011 EX-10.8

FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.8 FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED PURCHASE AGREEMENT ("First Amendment") is dated August 12, 2011, but effective April 1, 2011 (?Effective Date?), and is by and among Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, a Colorado limited liability limited partnership (?Tucker?); DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., a Colorado corporation (?D

August 17, 2011 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 12, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (IRS

August 17, 2011 EX-99.1

Arête Industries, Inc. Announces Information Updating Current Activity

Exhibit 99.1 Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Information Updating Current Activity Tuesday, August 16, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, August 16, 2011 (Globe Newswire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) announces the status of its purchase of oil and gas properties, potential financing, and change of auditors. On July 29, 2011 Ar?te signed an Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement which

August 15, 2011 NT 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 12b-25 SEC FILE NUMBER 33-16820-D CUSIP NUMBER NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING (Check One): [ ]Form 10-K [ ]Form 20-F [ ]Form 11-K [X] Form 10-Q [ ]Form N-SAR [ ]Form N-CSR For Period Ended: June 30, 2011 [ ] Transition Report on Form 10-K [ ] Transition Report on Form 20-F [ ] Transition Report on Form 11-K [ ] Transition Re

August 12, 2011 EX-16.1

RONALD R. CHADWICK, P.C. Certified Public Accountant 2851 South Parker Road, Suite 720 Aurora, Colorado 80014 Telephone (303)306-1967 Fax (303)306-1944

Exhibit 16.1 RONALD R. CHADWICK, P.C. Certified Public Accountant 2851 South Parker Road, Suite 720 Aurora, Colorado 80014 Telephone (303)306-1967 Fax (303)306-1944 August 11, 2011 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Arete Industries, Inc. On August 9, 2011 my appointment as auditor for Arete Industries, Inc. ceased. I have read Arete Industries, Inc.

August 12, 2011 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report: August 9, 2011 (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) COLORADO (State or other jurisdiction 33-16820-D (Commission File Number) 84-1508638 (IRS

August 5, 2011 EX-10.5

Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement among Tucker Family Investment LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., Tindall Operating Company and Arête Industries, Inc., dated July 29, 2011 (filed as Exhibit 10.5 to Amendment No. 1 to Form 8-K dated May 25, 2011 (filed with the SEC on August 5, 2011), and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.7 Amended and Restated Purchase and Sale Agreement By and Between Tucker Family Investments, LLLP Tindall Operating Company and DNR OIL & GAS, INC Tucker Energy, LLC as Sellers and Ar?te Industries, Inc. as Buyer Dated Effective April 1, 2011 ******** EXHIBIT LIST Exhibit A Leases Exhibit B Wells/WI/NRI/Allocated Values Exhibit C Additional Purchase Price Exhibit C-1 Separate Interests

August 5, 2011 8-K/A

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A Amendment No.1 CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 25, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of other jurisdiction of (Commission (

May 31, 2011 EX-10.6

CONTRACT OPERATOR AGREEMENT

EX-10.6 4 arete8kex1065262011.htm Exhibit 10.6 CONTRACT OPERATOR AGREEMENT THIS CONTRACT OPERATOR AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is entered into on April 12, 2011, but will be effective on April 1, 2011 as outlined in the PSA between Tucker Family Partnership, LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., and Arete Industries, Inc. at 7:00’clock a.m. MDT (“Effective Date”), between Arête Industries, Inc. (“Arête”) and DNR

May 31, 2011 EX-10.4

Purchase and Sale Agreement among Tucker Family Investment LLLP, DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., Tindall Operating Company and Arête Industries, Inc., dated May 25, 2011 (filed as Exhibit 10.4 to Form 8-K dated May 25, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.)

Exhibit 10.4 Purchase and Sale Agreement By and Between Tucker Family Investments, LLLP DNR Oil & Gas, Inc Tindall Operating Company as Sellers and Arête Industries, Inc. as Buyer Dated May 25, 2011 ******** EXHIBIT LIST Exhibit A Leases Exhibit B Wells/WI/NRI/Allocated Values Exhibit C Capital Projects Exhibit D Agreements Exhibit E Hydrocarbon Sales Contracts/Calls On Production Exhibit F Imbala

May 31, 2011 EX-99.1

Source: Arête Industries, Inc.

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Source: Ar?te Industries, Inc. Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Completion of $10 Million Acquisition of Oil and Gas Assets Tuesday, May 31, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, May 31, 2011 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) announced that it has closed a $10 million acquisition to purchase certain oil and gas operating properties in Colorado, Kansas, Wyoming,

May 31, 2011 EX-10.5

PROMISSORY NOTE

Exhibit 10.5 PROMISSORY NOTE $9,500,000 Westminster, Colorado April 1, 2011 For value received, the undersigned, Arete Industries, Inc. ("Debtor"), of 7260 Osceola Street, Westminster, CO 80030, hereby promises to pay to the order Tucker Family Investments, LLLP, a Colorado limited liability limited partnership (?Tucker?); DNR Oil & Gas, Inc., a Colorado corporation (?DNR?); and Tindall Operating

May 31, 2011 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 25, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employer Inco

May 13, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2011 [ ] Transition Report pursua

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2011 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTR

May 2, 2011 8-K

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 May 2, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employer Incor

May 2, 2011 EX-99.1

COMPANY PRESS RELEASE

Exhibit 99.1 COMPANY PRESS RELEASE Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Conversion of Officers and Directors Debt For Immediate Release Wednesday, May 2, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, May 2, 2011 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARETD) announced that on May 2, 2011, that three of its officers/directors have agreed to convert $500,000 of the debt owed to them from the Company in exchange f

April 27, 2011 EX-99.1

COMPANY PRESS RELEASE

Exhibit 99.1 COMPANY PRESS RELEASE Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces The Appointment of New Executive Officers For Immediate Release Wednesday, April 27, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, April 27, 2011 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARETD) announced that on April 11, 2011, the newly elected Board of Directors held its first meeting and appointed the executive officers to be effective on

April 27, 2011 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 27, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employer In

April 13, 2011 EX-99.1

COMPANY PRESS RELEASE

Exhibit 99.1 COMPANY PRESS RELEASE Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Results of Annual Shareholder?s Meeting For Immediate Release Wednesday, April 13, 2011 WESTMINSTER, Colorado, April 13, 2011 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC-QB: ARET) announced that on April 11, 2011, it held it?s Annual Meeting of Shareholders. For more information on the following proposals, see the Company?s proxy

April 13, 2011 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 11, 2011 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employer In

March 30, 2011 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

EXHIBIT 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2010 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

March 30, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010 [] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

March 30, 2011 EX-3.3

Bylaws (filed as Exhibit 3.3 to Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2010 and filed with the SEC on March 30, 2011.)

Exhibit 3.3 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS OF ARETE INDUSTRIES, INC. ARTICLE I Offices Section 1. The principal office of the corporation shall be designated from time to time by the corporation and may be within or outside of Colorado. Section 2. The corporation may also have offices at such other places both within and without the State of Colorado as the board of directors may from time to time d

March 4, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2010 [ ] Transition Report pursua

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2010 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTR

March 4, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2010 [ ] Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2010 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRI

March 4, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2010 [ ] Transition Report pu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2010 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE IND

February 11, 2011 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2009 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

EXHIBIT 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2009 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

February 11, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009 [] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

February 3, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2009 [ ] Transition Report pursua

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2009 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTR

February 3, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2009 [ ] Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2009 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRI

February 3, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2009 [ ] Transition Report pu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2009 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE IND

January 31, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008 [] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

January 31, 2011 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

EXHIBIT 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2008 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive)

January 19, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2008 [ ] Transition Report pu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2008 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE IND

January 19, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2008 [ ] Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2008 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE INDUSTRI

January 19, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2008 [ ] Transition Report pursua

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2008 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTR

January 14, 2011 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 Subsidiaries of the Registrant

EXHIBIT 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive) Avatar Technology Group, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 2004 (Spun-off September 30, 2006)

January 14, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2007 [] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

December 22, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2007 [ ] Transition Report pu

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: September 30, 2007 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE IND

December 21, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2007 [ ] Transition Report pursuan

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: June 30, 2007 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D AR?TE INDUSTRI

December 17, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2007 [ ] Transition Report pursua

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the quarterly period ended: March 31, 2007 Or [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTR

November 4, 2010 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006  TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission file number 33-16820-D Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name Of Registrant As Specified

November 4, 2010 EX-21

TO ANNUAL REPORT FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2006 Subsidiaries of the Registrant

EXHIBIT 21 TO ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2006 Subsidiaries of the Registrant Aggression Sports, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 1998 (Inactive) Avatar Technology Group, Inc. Colorado Corporation org. 2004 (Spun-off September 30, 2006)

April 29, 2009 EX-99.1

COMPANY PRESS RELEASE

Exhibit 99.1 COMPANY PRESS RELEASE Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Definitive Agreement for Purchase of Oil & Gas Properties For Immediate Release Wednesday, April 29, 2009 WESTMINISTER, Colorado, April 29, 2009 (Business Wire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (OTC?PK: ARET) announces that the Company signed a definitive agreement to purchase oil and gas properties in Wyoming, Colorado, Kansas, and Oklahom

April 29, 2009 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 April 28, 2009 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organizatio

May 16, 2007 NT 10-Q

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC File No.: 33-26787-D NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING rForm 10-KSB r Form 11-K rForm 20-F þForm 10-QSB r Form N-SAR For Period Ended: March 31, 2007 Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein. If the notification relates to a portion of the filing checke

April 3, 2007 NT 10-K

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC File No.: 33-26787-D NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING [X] Form 10-KSB [ ] Form 11-K [ ]Form 20-F [ ] Form 10-QSB [ ] Form N-SAR For Period Ended: December 31, 2006 Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein. If the notification relates to a portion of th

November 16, 2006 10QSB

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-QSB [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the period ended: September 30, 2006 [ ] Transition Report pursuant t

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-QSB [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the period ended: September 30, 2006 [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARETE INDUSTRIES, IN

November 14, 2006 NT 10-Q

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC File No.: 33-26787-D NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING [ ] Form 10-KSB [ ] Form 11-K [ ]Form 20-F [X] Form 10-QSB [ ] Form N-SAR For Period Ended: September 30, 2006 Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein. If the notification relates to a portion of t

September 29, 2006 EX-99.1

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Exhibit 99.1 COMPANY PRESS RELEASE Ar?te Industries, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Gas Pipeline. For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 13, 2006 WESTMINISTER, Colorado, September 13, 2006 (PR Newswire) Ar?te Industries, Inc. (Pink Sheet, Inc.: ARET) announces the purchase of a pipeline and change in trading status. Ar?te Industries, Inc. announced today the purchase of the TOP Gathering System l

September 29, 2006 EX-10.1

Purchase and Sale Agreement PRB Energy, inc Ar?te Industries, Inc.. Effective: September 1, 2006

Exhibit 10.1 Purchase and Sale Agreement between PRB Energy, inc ?Seller? and Ar?te Industries, Inc.. ?Buyer? Effective: September 1, 2006 PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN ARETE INDUSTRIES, INC. and PRB ENERGY, INC. EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT This Purchase and Sale Agreement (the ?Agreement?) entered into this 1st day of September, 2006, is the agreement betw

September 29, 2006 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 September 18, 2006 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arête Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 33-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employe

August 29, 2006 8-K

Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant To Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 August 24, 2006 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) Arete Industries, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Colorado 3-16820-D 84-1508638 (State of Other Jurisdiction of (Commission (IRS Employer In

August 23, 2006 10QSB

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-QSB [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the period ended: June 30, 2006 [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Sec

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-QSB [X] Quarterly Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the period ended: June 30, 2006 [ ] Transition Report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. For the transition period from to Commission File Number 33-16820-D ARÊTE INDUSTRIES, INC. (E

August 15, 2006 NT 10-Q

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 12B-25 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SEC File No.: 33-26787-D NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING [ ] Form 10-KSB [ ] Form 11-K [ ]Form 20-F [X] Form 10-QSB [ ] Form N-SAR For Period Ended: June 30, 2006 Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein. If the notification relates to a portion of the fi

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