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NEW – Lifecycle analysis of propane a step forward on the path to net-zero

Carbon intensity – a critical metric in climate policies aimed at reducing emissions of energy sources – is becoming an ever-important consideration as federal and provincial governments develop policies that reward low-carbon fuels to reduce emissions and reach a net-zero target.

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NEW – The CPA touts that any reduction in energy options is detrimental at NPGA expo

The CPA’s Allan Murphy and Robert Loenhart attended the 2022 National Propane Gas Association Southeastern Convention & International Propane Expo this week in Nashville, Tennessee. Murphy’s participation on an WLPGA panel on gas heating bans and electrification focused on the Canadian context.

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NEW – Federal: Latest federal budget highlights on climate, innovation and housing

On April 7, federal Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland tabled the 2022 federal budget. The minister framed the budget as being about “three pillars”: the green transition, productivity and innovation, and housing.

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NEW – ON: Auto propane not included in proposed legislation that would cut taxes on fuels

On April 4, 2022, the Ontario government introduced legislation that would cut taxes on gasoline and fuel for six months between July 1 and December 31, 2022. Bill 111, An Act to amend the Fuel Tax Act and the Gasoline Tax Act with respect to a temporary reduction to the tax payable on certain clear fuels and on gasoline did not include auto propane. The bill received its third reading in the House on April 14, 2022.

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NEW – ON: Ontario government pledges significant infrastructure capital at Good Roads Association Conference

The Ontario Good Roads Association conference returned to an in-person event in Toronto on April 10 and 11, just in time for government pre-electioneering pledges.

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NEW – ON: Propane marketing webinar participants share ideas on better communicating propane advantages

A lively and topical webinar panel discussion on marketing propane was hosted by Butane Propane News on April 7, 2022. Panellists included Joy Alafia, President & CEO, Western Propane Gas Association; Marci Ballard, General Manager, Christensen; Tucker Perkins, President & CEO, Propane Education & Research Council; and Jeff Stewart, President, Blue Star Gas.

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NEW – ON: TSSA seeking nominations for annual Safety Awards program

Nominations for the Technical Standards and Safety Authority’s 2022 Safety Awards are now open. The closing date for submitting nominations is June 30, 2022.

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NEW – ON: Ring of Fire Road agreement announced

On April 14, 2022, the Ontario government and First Nations announced the next important step in the development of the provinces’ Ring of Fire region.

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NEW – QC: CPA shares AQP concerns regarding unwarranted removal of low-emission propane school buses in Quebec

Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec roadside inspectors have been intercepting propane-powered school buses recently to have them removed from the road or have their bumper color changed.

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UPDATE – Federal: Important dates coming up for Clean Fuel Regulations

CPA reminds members of the following proposed dates from the federal government about the upcoming Clean Fuel Regulations.

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UPDATE – Federal: Conservative bill to exempt farmers from paying tax on propane and natural gas

MP Ben Lobb tabled a motion in the Commons on February 7 to amend the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (qualifying farming fuel) to exempt farmers from paying the Liberal carbon tax on propane and natural gas used for farming operations.

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UPDATE – BC: PST rate for fossil fuel combustion systems increases

Since April 1, 2022, the PST rate on the purchase or lease price of fossil fuel combustion systems has increased from 7% to 12%. In addition, heat pumps are exempted from PST.

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UPDATE – AB: Minister of Finance confirms to CPA that propane is excluded from Alberta fuel tax pause

Following the Government of Alberta’s announcement of the April 1 pause on the provincial fuel tax (which covers both gasoline and diesel), the CPA requested that propane should be included in it, as it is a primary energy source for many Albertans.

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