Steven Sparling Retires

In May 2016, propane industry veteran Steven Sparling retired from Parkland Fuel Corporation.

 

Steven grew up in the propane business and went from painting tanks as a young teenager to CEO of Sparlings Propane. This experience gave him a unique perspective and the ability to truly relate to everyone with whom he worked. Sparlings enjoyed dramatic growth during Steven’s time as CEO, and was acquired by Parkland Fuel Corporation in 2013. During his career, Steven also worked with others to help lead the propane industry in Ontario and was the founding Chair of the Ontario Propane Association. Through his work in Ontario, Steven was instrumental in creating the Canadian Propane Association. He was elected the founding Chair of the Board, where he has continued to advocate for industry performance standards in the development of an unprecedented comprehensive Code of Practice.   

 

Steven will continue to be an advisor to Parkland with regards to building the propane business, and will also continue to be actively involved in rural economic development and advocacy initiatives, and pursue other business interests. Steven also continues his family's legacy of giving back to the community and he is deeply involved in several charitable organizations.