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Canadian Propane Association celebrates the best of the industry
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CALGARY, AB, May 18, 2022 – The Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is pleased to announce the winners of its top industry awards at its 2022 Leadership Summit.
“These awards highlight the commitment and dedication of those who are making a difference to the ongoing success of the Canadian propane industry and communities,” said…
Study shows propane can be used today to reduce Canadian carbon emissions
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OTTAWA, May 11, 2022 – A new study on the lifecycle analysis of the GHG emissions intensity of Canadian propane shows that the carbon intensity for propane is 72 gCO2e/MJ (volume-weighted average), which is lower than what is currently being used by the federal government under the Clean Fuel Regulations (74 gCO2e/MJ).
The…
Use propane to create your 5-star outdoor retreat
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OTTAWA, May 5, 2022 – The Canadian Propane Association reminds Canadians warmer temperatures and longer days mean more time gathering with family and friends outdoors. Low-emission propane can go just about anywhere to create a 5-star retreat right in your own backyard.
Grills, fire pits, lighting and patio heaters powered by propane can…
CPA shares AQP concerns regarding unwarranted removal of low-emission propane school buses in Quebec
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Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) roadside inspectors have been intercepting propane-powered school buses to have them removed from the road or have their bumper color changed.
Technically, school bus bumpers should be painted black in Quebec, but convention has allowed that low-emission, propane-powered school buses feature green bumpers while electric school…
Canadian Propane Association appoints Shannon Watt as President and CEO
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OTTAWA, April 20, 2022 – The Canadian Propane Association (CPA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Watt as the organization’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 18, 2022.
Watt joins the CPA after serving as vice-president of sustainability with the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada for more than…
Spring is here, are you prepared in the event of a flood?
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OTTAWA, MARCH 18, 2022 – Canadian propane consumers should always be ready for the unexpected and never underestimate unpredictable weather conditions during flood season.
“There are a few things to consider to keep your family and your home as safe as possible,” says CPA Vice-President of Regulatory Affairs and Safety, Robert Loenhart. “Flooding…
FRAUD ALERT! Imposter posing as a worker of the Canadian Propane Association
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OTTAWA, March 18, 2022 – The CPA warns the public that information has been received of an individual identifying himself as a CPA employee and requesting residents sign a form and provide SIN numbers and driver licence information in the context of legal action about water tanks.
THIS IS A SCAM. If this…
Telling the propane story with HGTV Canada’s Rock Solid Builds
The Canadian propane industry has partnered with HGTV Canada’s new hit series Rock Solid Builds, the #1 new Canadian show on Specialty, to help tell the propane story and how this essential, low-emission energy source plays an important role in the everyday lives of Canadians.
Submissions
- March 07, 2022 - ALAN MURPHY: Propane-fuelled school buses far superior to electric ones
- Feb. 11, 2022 - Ambassador Bridge is a vital link – as is Line 5
- Feb. 02, 2022 - Opinion Letter on Home Heating in the Hill Times
CPA in the News
- May 25, 2022 - autogas.net: Canadian Propane Association celebrates the best of the industry
- March 16, 2022 - Argus Media: Canadian Pacific, rail workers hold off strike
- March 07, 2022 - Windsor Star: Supply chain challenges due to Windsor blockade show importance of Line 5
- Feb. 16, 2022 - Hill Times: Ambassador Bridge is vital link— as is Line 5: stakeholder
- Jan. 27, 2022 - LP Gas Magazine: Canadian Propane Association sponsors HGTV show
- Jan. 26, 2022 - Media in Canada: HGTV brings Canadian Propane Association back as a sponsor