 We are on to the next photo in our walk down memory lane to uncover some of our past. No one was able to identify the individuals in the last photo so we are hoping that we can trigger your memories with this one. The winner will receive a special gift from the CPA!
Please email your answer to the photo contest to Tammy Hirsch, Sr. Director of Communications & Marketing.
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Appearing before a House of Commons Committee studying Canada-U.S. relations and the issue of Line 5, the CPA made it clear that for its members and for the millions of Canadians who depend on propane in their daily lives, the idea of shutting down Enbridge Line 5 is a non-starter. Watch the CPA in action – click here.
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As part of the Alberta government’s COVID-19 Recovery Plan, the province unveiled a long-term strategy to build and create tens of thousands of jobs by investing $825.8 million for new projects over the next three years, including critical health-care infrastructure and 14 school projects around the province.
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On March 24, 2021, Ontario Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy released the province’s 2021 budget document which outlines the next phase of the province’s COVID-19 action plan. The budget supports the province's comprehensive vaccine distribution plan, along with providing additional resources for the health care sector and initiatives to protect the economic well-being of families, workers and employers.
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Recently, Canada’s Minister of Infrastructure and Communities Catherine McKenna joined with provincial and municipal officials in the Region of Peel to announce the replacement of existing specialized accessible transit buses with 69 new propane-powered buses.
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The TSSA held the first joint fuels council meeting (Natural Gas, Propane and Liquid Fuels) on March 11, 2021. This forum consolidates three advisory councils into a single body to achieve more efficient communications on transformation initiatives impacting stakeholders. These joint meetings also provide an opportunity for TSSA-regulated sectors to hear more from each other on shared issues.
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On Thursday, February 25, 2021, the provincial government gave its second speech from the throne for the Province of Prince Edward Island. The throne speech focused on three major sectors: health, seniors and the environment.
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On March 10, the province of New Brunswick announced a list of 96 climate change projects funded through the NB carbon tax revenue for 2020-21. These funds will be invested in projects to increase energy efficiency in buildings, undertake climate change research and complete climate adaptation projects for municipalities. Since propane is already included in energy efficiency programs for low income, residential, commercial and industrial clients, the CPA will be seeking additional opportunities with this announcement.
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The first throne speech under new premier Iain Rankin was presented on March 9, 2021. A substantial part of the speech focused on the environment and energy.
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As members were recently informed, on February 11, 2021 the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks posted the proposed Hazardous and Special Products regulation, under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act to transition the Municipal Hazardous and Special Waste Program to full producer responsibility.
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Following a request to modify the certificate from Transport Canada, you must replace all Transportation of Dangerous Goods certificates you issued using the CPA English version of the TGD certificate. If your company is using its own certificate, no change is required.
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Written exams and practical hands-on evaluation are now available online! The CPA/PTI is pleased to announce the full launch of our online training platform and more competitive prices for online courses.
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On March 25, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized the constitutionality of the federal government's Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act. The ruling represents the final step in a court challenge initiated by the prosecutors of Saskatchewan, Ontario and Alberta, and supported by other provinces, including Québec. Justices Russell Brown and Malcolm Rowe strongly disagreed with the ruling, writing lengthy opposing views in response to Chief Justice Richard Wagner.
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In December, the federal government announced that it will invest in what it believes will position Canada as a global hydrogen leader, cementing this low-carbon and zero-emission fuel technology as a key part of Canada’s path to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
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The Propane Education and Research Council recently released a study that analyses the carbon footprint of medium- and heavy-duty engine vehicles powered by propane and electricity.
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The Ministère de l'Environnement et de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques and the California Air Ressources Board will hold the joint carbon market auction on May 19, 2021.
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- BC Committee - October 20 Meeting
- Saskatchewan Committee - January 13 Meeting
- Auto Propane Committee - September 17 Meeting
- Manitoba Committee - February 10 Meeting
- Alberta Committee - October 15 Meeting
- Ontario Committee - September 29 Meeting
- Transportation Committee - December 8 Meeting
- Regulatory Affairs Committee - December 15 Meeting
- Atlantic Committee - September 24 Meeting
Meeting summaries can be found in the Document Centre in your online member profile. Click here to log in to your member profile.
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Date: April 21, 2021
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am EST
To attend the Committee, please contact Marcelline Riddell.
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Date: May 12, 2021
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm CT
To attend the Committee, please contact Tanis Fiss.
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Date: June 8, 2021
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am PDT
To attend the Committee, please contact Tanis Fiss.
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Date: September 14, 2021
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am PDT
To attend the Committee, please contact Tanis Fiss.
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ERAC’s Q1 newsletter went out earlier this month. Read about:
- Changes to the Environmental Emergency (E2) Technical Guidelines
- Changes to ERAC’s response network and ERAP updates
- ERAC’s new and improved online LPG Firefighting Awareness training
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Are you, or one of your family members, enrolled in an educational program in safety, emergency management or first responders training? If so, you may be eligible to apply for Emergency Response Assistance Canada's Leo Sichewski Memorial Bursary. Applications are now open until April 30, 2021.
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ERAC’s next virtual ICS Canada-approved, instructor-led ICS 200 session will be May 17 & 18. An ICS Canada certificate is issued on completion. The last session in February filled up so secure your spot early!
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ERAC invites you to attend their 2021 webinar series. These free webinars are available to all Plan Participant members. Join ERAC staff as they discuss various topics related to ERAC, dangerous goods emergency response and emergency response planning.
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