Vermilion Energy Inc. Announces $0.19 Cash Dividend for February 15, 2011 Payment Date

Vermilion Energy Inc. (VET – TSX) is pleased to announce a cash dividend of $0.19 per share payable on February 15, 2011 to all shareholders of record on January 31, 2011. The ex-dividend date for this payment is January 27, 2011. This dividend is an eligible dividend for the purposes of the Income Tax Act (Canada).

Vermilion Energy Inc. is an oil-leveraged producer that adheres to a value creation strategy through the execution of full cycle exploration and production programs focused on the acquisition, exploration, development and optimization of producing properties in Western Canada, Western Europe and Australia. Vermilion is targeting 10% annual growth in production through the exploitation of conventional resource plays in western Canada, including Cardium light oil and liquids rich natural gas, the exploration and development of high impact natural gas opportunities in the Netherlands and through drilling and workover programs in France and Australia. Vermilion also expects to realize a material increase in both production and fund flows at the onset of production from the Corrib gas field in Ireland. This growth, combined with an attractive yield, is expected to generate strong positive returns for investors. Management and directors of Vermilion Energy Inc. hold approximately 9% of the outstanding shares and are dedicated to consistently delivering superior rewards for all its stakeholders. Vermilion Energy Inc. trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol VET and over-the-counter in the United States under the symbol VEMTF.