2015

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NEWS RELEASE NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAW. High Arctic Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer Calgary, Canada – November 03, 2015 – High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX: HWO) (“High Arctic” or the “Corporation”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Peters as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective November 16th, 2015. Brian is a Chartered Accountant with nearly twenty years of experience in various finance and accounting roles, including that of CFO at both public and private oilfield service companies. Mr. Peters will be responsible for the overall financial management of High Arctic and will be located in our corporate office in Calgary. Tim Braun, President and CEO of High Arctic, stated, “Brian has gained valuable executive experience in the various roles he has fulfilled during his career. His merger and acquisition experience in the energy services sector will be especially beneficial as High Arctic expands its business. I wish to thank Ken Olson for his efforts during the past three years and wish him success in his future endeavors.” Forward-Looking Statements This news release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events and financial and operating results of the Company that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations, as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general economic conditions and the risks and uncertainties detailed in both the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the quarter ended June 30, 2015, and in the Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2014 found on SEDAR (www.sedar.com). Due to the potential impact of these factors, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. About High Arctic High Arctic is a publicly traded company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “HWO”. Based in Alberta, the Company’s principal focus is to provide drilling and specialized well completion services, equipment rentals and other services to the oil and gas industry. High Arctic’s largest operation is in Papua New Guinea where it provides drilling and specialized well completion services and supplies rig matting, camps and drilling support equipment on a rental basis. The Canadian operation provides snubbing services, nitrogen supplies and equipment on a rental basis to a large number of oil and natural gas exploration and production companies operating in Western Canada. Further Information Tim Braun Chief Executive Officer Tim.braun@z6a.d3d.myftpupload.com

Calgary, Canada – October 22, 2015 – High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX: HWO) (“High Arctic” or the “Company”) is pleased to provide a third quarter 2015 operations update. Third Quarter Update In Papua New Guinea (“PNG”), Rigs 103, 104 & 115 were all fully-utilized through the third quarter of 2015 and should continue to be fully-utilized through the year end and into 2016. The customer base is expanding as windows of opportunity arise in the drilling schedules of the Company’s primary customers, resulting in drilling activity with new customers. As a result of the lower global commodity prices, the Company has been focused on reducing labour and operating expenses in response to the revenue reductions being experienced by High Arctic’s customers. Operational teams remain focused on delivering a high level of service quality, which resulted in the Company earning incremental performance incentive payments in the quarter. The second heli-portable rig that High Arctic purchased in 2014, Rig 116, arrived in Papua New Guinea during the quarter and began earning standby revenue in August, slightly earlier than the Company forecasted. The rig is currently in Port Moresby awaiting deployment to its first drilling site. Mobilization to the first location will commence in 2016 once the customer has finalized their drilling plans. The two year contract term with the customer will commence when the first well is spudded. In Canada, activity levels continue to be significantly lower than those experienced in the prior year. The operations remain profitable as the business infrastructure has been adjusted to match the current demand for equipment and services. Utilization levels and rental equipment demand in the third quarter were higher than the Company forecasted. This, coupled with a reduced fixed cost structure, resulted in better than anticipated Canadian results. As a result of the incremental earnings delivered from Rigs 115 and 116 compared to the prior year, the stronger U.S. dollar, strong operational performance in PNG, and the better utilization realized in Q3 from Canadian operations, the Company expects the third quarter 2015 adjusted EBITDA to exceed $18 million. The Company’s contracted status in Papua New Guinea, the strong US dollar exchange rate, continued service quality levels, and similar quarter to quarter demand in Canada should result in fourth quarter adjusted EBITDA being similar to the third quarter. The Company expects to announce third quarter 2015 financial and operating results after the market closes on Thursday, November 12th. EBITDA & Adjusted EBITDA Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) and adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP measures. EBITDA is a useful supplemental measure of the Company’s performance prior to consideration of how operations are financed or how results are taxed or how depreciation and amortization affects results. Adjusted EBITDA is used by management to analyze EBITDA prior to the effect of share-based compensation, gains or losses on sale of assets or investments, excess of insurance proceeds over costs and foreign exchange gains or losses. These measures do not have a standardized meaning as prescribed by International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Both measures are not intended to represent net earnings as calculated in accordance with IFRS and may not be comparable to similar measures presented by other issuers. This information should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures prepared in accordance with IFRS. Forward-Looking Statements This news release may contain forward-looking statements relating to expected future events and financial and operating results of the Company that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from management expectations, as projected in such forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including market and general economic conditions and the risks and uncertainties detailed in both the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the quarter ended June 30, 2015 and in the Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2014 found on SEDAR (www.sedar.com). Due to the potential impact of these factors, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless required by applicable law. About High Arctic High Arctic is a publicly traded company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “HWO”. Based in Alberta, the Company’s principal focus is to provide drilling and specialized well completion services, equipment rentals and other services to the oil and gas industry. High Arctic’s largest operation is in Papua New Guinea where it provides drilling and specialized well completion services and supplies rig matting, camps and drilling support equipment on a rental basis. The Canadian operation provides snubbing services, nitrogen supplies and equipment on a rental basis to a large number of oil and natural gas exploration and production companies operating in Western Canada. Further Information A full copy of High Arctic’s results including the Management’s Discussion and Analysis and the Consolidated Financial Statements for quarter ended June 30, 2015 and the notes contained therein can be found on the Investor Relations page of High Arctic’s website www.haes.ca or at www.sedar.com. The Corporation’s most recent investor presentation can be found at www.haes.ca. Tim Braun Chief Executive Officer (403) 508-7836 tim.braun@z6a.d3d.myftpupload.com

Calgary, Canada – September 28, 2015 – High Arctic Energy Services Inc. (TSX: HWO) (“High Arctic” or the “Company”) announces that Ken Olson is resigning from the position of Chief Financial Officer. Ken has agreed to remain with High Arctic until his replacement has been appointed. The Company has initiated a search for Mr. Olson’s successor and an announcement will be made in due course. High Arctic thanks Ken for his services and wishes him well in his future endeavors. About High Arctic High Arctic is a publicly traded company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “HWO”. The Corporation’s principal focus is to provide drilling and specialized well completion services, equipment rentals and other services to the oil and gas industry. High Arctic’s largest operation is in Papua New Guinea where it provides drilling and specialized well completion services and supplies rig matting, camps and drilling support equipment on a rental basis. The Canadian operation provides snubbing services, nitrogen supplies and equipment on a rental basis to a large number of oil and natural gas exploration and production companies operating in Western Canada. Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of the word “will”, and similar expressions and statements relating to matters that are not historical facts are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company’s current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events. Actual future results may differ materially. In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information with respect to the search for a new CFO for the Company. Various assumptions or factors are typically applied in drawing conclusions or making the forecasts or projections set out in forward-looking information. Those assumptions and factors are based on information currently available to the Company. The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Due to the risks, uncertainties and assumptions inherent in forward-looking information, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The foregoing statements expressly qualify any forward-looking information contained herein. Further Information Tim Braun Chief Executive Officer Phone: 403 580 7836 Email: tim.braun@z6a.d3d.myftpupload.com

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