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CPA Out and About
November 2024

Member Advocacy in Action!

Core Fuels’ Pat McLean hosted local MPP Matthew Rae to discuss important priorities for the propane industry, including advocating for an off-oil program, eliminating the 4.3¢/litre fuel tax on auto propane, and advancing biofuel development in Canada.

MPP Rae also lent Core Fuels drive Matt Jasper a hand in making some propane deliveries!

SmartEnergy Conference, Vancouver

CPA was pleased to sponsor the SmartEnergy Conference in Vancouver Nov. 5-6. CPA’s VP Government Relations, West Katie Kachur spoke about propane in hybrid systems, urging leaders to adopt a broad energy policy.

Katie Kachur attended the Calgary Chamber of Commerce’s Alberta Transportation & Logistics event on November 13 as a Prince Rupert Port Authority guest. CPA highlighted the significance of AltaGas and Pembina Pipeline export terminals in diversifying Canadian propane markets beyond the U.S. to countries like Japan, South Korea, Mexico, China, and Singapore.

AQP RDME Pilot Project Launch

The Association québécoise du propane (AQP) launched an innovative pilot project to showcase the environmental advantages of blending propane with renewable dimethyl ether (RDME) for grain drying operations! Congratulations to AQP for spearheading this project and contributing to long-term energy security in QC.

Attending the AQP RDME pilot project launch are CPA’s Melissa Michaud, Allan Murphy and Robert Loenhart.

Allan Murphy on the Road

Allan Murphy and Abegweit Chief Junior Gould met recently at his First Nation in PEI to discuss the importance of energy choice. Chief Gould agrees that the more energy choices available for consumers, the better.

Allan recently spoke at an HPBAC meeting in Vancouver. Beside Allan left to right are Bea Bains, Fortis BC and HPBAC’s Laura Lichfield and Mike Mc Neice.

Allan connected with PEI Energy, Environment, and Climate Action Minister Gilles Arsenault to discuss propane energy solutions. New to the role, Minister Arsenault showed interest in learning more about innovative options like propane-powered school buses.

Is Avenir the new kid on the block in PEI’s propane Industry? Not exactly. While the name may have changed, many of the staff from Island Petroleum will continue to serve customers under the Avenir brand. Jeremy Lawlor, Avenir’s Atlantic Regional Director recently met with Allan to discuss advocacy at his Charlottetown office.

Always great to connect with CPA members and hear their valuable insights! Allan caught up with Jeff Doucette, VP of KENMAC Propane, during a visit in Charlottetown, PEI

Great conversations with Natalie Jamieson, MLA for Charlottetown-Hillsborough Park. With her background in Alberta’s oil and gas sector, including NGLs, and her provincial cabinet experience, she brings a unique perspective to the table.

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Safety Tips

Warmer days are here! Follow the CPA’s BBQ safety tips for properly operating your barbecue and safe grilling.

CPA Out and About
November 2024

Member Advocacy in Action!

Core Fuels’ Pat McLean hosted local MPP Matthew Rae to discuss important priorities for the propane industry, including advocating for an off-oil program, eliminating the 4.3¢/litre fuel tax on auto propane, and advancing biofuel development in Canada.

MPP Rae also lent Core Fuels drive Matt Jasper a hand in making some propane deliveries!

SmartEnergy Conference, Vancouver

CPA was pleased to sponsor the SmartEnergy Conference in Vancouver Nov. 5-6. CPA’s VP Government Relations, West Katie Kachur spoke about propane in hybrid systems, urging leaders to adopt a broad energy policy.

AQP RDME Pilot Project Launch

Attending the AQP RDME pilot project launch are CPA’s Melissa Michaud, Allan Murphy and Robert Loenhart.

Allan Murphy on the Road

Allan Murphy and Abegweit Chief Junior Gould met recently at his First Nation in PEI to discuss the importance of energy choice. Chief Gould agrees that the more energy choices available for consumers, the better.

Allan recently spoke at an HPBAC meeting in Vancouver. Beside Allan left to right are Bea Bains, Fortis BC and HPBAC’s Laura Lichfield and Mike Mc Neice.

Allan connected with PEI Energy, Environment, and Climate Action Minister Gilles Arsenault to discuss propane energy solutions. New to the role, Minister Arsenault showed interest in learning more about innovative options like propane-powered school buses.

Always great to connect with CPA members and hear their valuable insights! Allan caught up with Jeff Doucette, VP of KENMAC Propane, during a visit in Charlottetown, PEI

Great conversations with Natalie Jamieson, MLA for Charlottetown-Hillsborough Park. With her background in Alberta’s oil and gas sector, including NGLs, and her provincial cabinet experience, she brings a unique perspective to the table.

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CPA Out and About November 2024

Member Advocacy in Action!

Core Fuels’ Pat McLean hosted local MPP Matthew Rae to discuss important priorities for the propane industry, including advocating for an off-oil program, eliminating the 4.3¢/litre fuel tax on auto propane, and advancing biofuel development in Canada.

MPP Rae also lent Core Fuels drive Matt Jasper a hand in making some propane deliveries!

SmartEnergy Conference, Vancouver

CPA was pleased to sponsor the SmartEnergy Conference in Vancouver Nov. 5-6. CPA’s VP Government Relations, West Katie Kachur spoke about propane in hybrid systems, urging leaders to adopt a broad energy policy.

AQP RDME Pilot Project Launch

Attending the AQP RDME pilot project launch are CPA’s Melissa Michaud, Allan Murphy and Robert Loenhart.

Allan Murphy on the Road

Allan Murphy and Abegweit Chief Junior Gould met recently at his First Nation in PEI to discuss the importance of energy choice. Chief Gould agrees that the more energy choices available for consumers, the better.

Allan recently spoke at an HPBAC meeting in Vancouver. Beside Allan left to right are Bea Bains, Fortis BC and HPBAC’s Laura Lichfield and Mike Mc Neice.

Allan connected with PEI Energy, Environment, and Climate Action Minister Gilles Arsenault to discuss propane energy solutions. New to the role, Minister Arsenault showed interest in learning more about innovative options like propane-powered school buses.

Always great to connect with CPA members and hear their valuable insights! Allan caught up with Jeff Doucette, VP of KENMAC Propane, during a visit in Charlottetown, PEI

Great conversations with Natalie Jamieson, MLA for Charlottetown-Hillsborough Park. With her background in Alberta’s oil and gas sector, including NGLs, and her provincial cabinet experience, she brings a unique perspective to the table.

CPA Out and About
November 2024