IIROC Trading Halt - BXE.R; BXE.DB

TORONTO, Aug. 9, 2016 /CNW/ - The following issues have been halted by IIROC:

Company: Bellatrix Exploration Ltd.
Subscription Receipts

TSX Symbol: BXE.R

Reason: Pending Closing

Halt Time (ET): 8: 04 AM ET

Company: Bellatrix Exploration Ltd.
6.75% extendible convertible unsecured subordinated debentures (the "Debentures")

TSX Symbol: BXE.DB

Reason: Pending Closing

Halt Time (ET): 8: 04 AM ET

IIROC can make a decision to impose a temporary suspension (halt) of trading in a security of a publicly-listed company. Trading halts are implemented to ensure a fair and orderly market. IIROC is the national self-regulatory organization which oversees all investment dealers and trading activity on debt and equity marketplaces in Canada.

SOURCE Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) - Halts/Resumptions

For further information: IIROC Inquiries 1-877-442-4322 (Option 2) - Please note that IIROC is not able to provide any additional information regarding a specific trading halt. Information is limited to general enquiries only.