Exhibit 23.9

                               ENGINEER'S CONSENT

  We consent to the reference to our appraisal report for Northstar Energy
Corporation as of the years ended December 31, 1996, 1997 and 1998,
incorporated herein by reference.

                                          PADDOCK LINDSTROM & ASSOCIATES LTD.
                                          /s/ D.L. Paddock
                                          D.L. Paddock, P.Eng.
                                          Vice President
July 13, 1999