CALGARY, AB--(Marketwired - February 09, 2017) - (TSX: ECA) (NYSE: ECA)

Encana Corporation will release its 2016 fourth quarter and year-end results on Thursday, February 16, 2017. The news release detailing Encana's 2016 fourth quarter and year-end results will provide operating and financial information. Financial statements will be available on the company's website.

A conference call and webcast to discuss the 2016 fourth quarter and year-end results will be held for the investment community the same day at 7 a.m. MT (9 a.m. ET). To participate, please dial (844) 707-0663 (toll-free in North America) or (703) 326-3003 (international) approximately 10 minutes prior to the conference call.

A live audio webcast of the conference call, including slides, will also be available on Encana's website, www.encana.com, under Investors/Presentations & Events. The webcasts will be archived for approximately 90 days.

Encana Corporation

Encana is a leading North American energy producer that is focused on developing its strong portfolio of resource plays, held directly and indirectly through its subsidiaries, producing natural gas, oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). By partnering with employees, community organizations and other businesses, Encana contributes to the strength and sustainability of the communities where it operates. Encana common shares trade on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under the symbol ECA.

SOURCE: Encana Corporation

Further information on Encana Corporation is available on the company's website, www.encana.com, or by contacting:

Investor contact:
Brendan McCracken
Vice-President, Investor Relations
(403) 645-2978

Patti Posadowski
Sr. Advisor, Investor Relations
(403) 645-2252

Media contact:

Simon Scott
Vice-President, Communications
(403) 645-2526

Jay Averill
Director, Media Relations
(403) 645-4747