This paper will first introduce and explain what oil sands are and how they differ from conventional crude oil sources. You will then detail, compare, and contrast at least five different methods of extracting oil from the oil sands. In each, you will analyze and discuss the cost effectiveness and environmental impact, as well as any geographic considerations you think are important to consider. The extraction methods may include but are not limited to primary production, surface mining, oil sands tailings ponds, cold heavy oil production with sand (CHOPS), cyclic steam stimulation (CSS), steam assisted gravity drainage (SAGD), vapor extraction (VAPEX), toe to heel air injection (THAI), and combustion overhead gravity drainage (COGD). Suggested search engine: Google Scholar When analyzing these options, you may compare and contrast methods used in Canada with those used in other countries, such as Venezuela. You are also encouraged to discuss any differences between Canada’s three oil sands locations: Athabasca Cold Lake, Peace River. The paper will be an argument paper, which means that you must make an argument for which method or methods you think are most ideal when considering cost effectiveness and environmental concerns. This will require your introduction to have a clear thesis.