EXHIBIT 23.2
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                          INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S CONSENT


We consent to the use in the Annual Information Form of PrimeWest Energy Trust
which forms part of the Annual Report on Form 40-F of PrimeWest Energy Trust of
our report on the financial statements of Cypress Energy Inc. dated April 16,
2001.




                                        [SIGNED ERNST & YOUNG LLP]

                                        /s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP
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Calgary, Canada
March 12, 2003                          Chartered Accountants