Imperial Oil Limited - First quarter dividend declaration

CALGARY, Feb. 1, 2013 /CNW/ - Imperial Oil Limited declared a quarterly dividend on January 31, 2013 of 12 cents per share on the outstanding common shares of the company, payable on April 1, 2013, to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 4, 2013.

This first quarter 2013 dividend compares with the fourth quarter 2012 dividend of 12 cents per share.

Imperial has a long and successful history of growth and financial stability in Canada as a leading member of the petroleum industry.  The company has paid dividends every year for over a century and has increased its annual dividend payment for eighteen consecutive years.

Investor relations John Charlton (403) 237-4537

Media relations Pius Rolheiser (403) 237-2710

SOURCE: Imperial Oil Limited

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CO: Imperial Oil Limited ST: Alberta NI: OIL DIV

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