Shannon Watt

Canadian Propane Association Calls for Affordability and Fair Treatment in Face of Government Carbon Tax Increase

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable approach to reducing emissions.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the carbon tax is slated to increase on April 1, 2024, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is joining numerous other calls in urging the government to take a practical and equitable approach to reducing emissions.
  • “We are urging the government to take a balanced approach to energy policy.
  • Last fall, the federal government provided a respite from the carbon tax by implementing a three-year pause specifically for heating oil.
  • Unlike heavier-emitting heating oil, propane was not exempt from the carbon tax, despite its lower emissions profile and its similar use as a rural fuel.

Ground-breaking study shows how renewable propane can be developed in Canada

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • This first-of-its-kind study provides technical evidence to support renewable propane production in Canada.
  • While propane is already a low-carbon energy choice, the CPA and its members are charting a path to produce renewable propane to reduce its emissions further.
  • Renewable propane can save up to 85% of emissions and even more under certain conditions.
  • The emergence of renewable propane will support the ongoing energy transition affordably and equitably across all parts of Canada.

Senate must pass original version of C-234 for the benefit of farmers and families

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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In its original form, C-234 permits exemptions for low-emission fuels such as propane and natural gas under the GGPPA.

Key Points: 
  • In its original form, C-234 permits exemptions for low-emission fuels such as propane and natural gas under the GGPPA.
  • Under the Act, similar exemptions already apply to high-emission fuels such as gasoline and diesel.
  • The savings that would be gained under C-234 would be good for farmers and good for families.
  • “It's time for some Senators to stop playing politics with important legislation, start putting farmers and Canadian families first, and pass the original version of C-234.”

Federal government should remove GST on residential energy

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Heating is a fundamental necessity in Canada.”

Key Points: 
  • Heating is a fundamental necessity in Canada.”
    The CPA has been recommending that the federal government make the GST zero-rated for residential energy since 2021.
  • Currently, residential energy is subject to the GST.
  • “We saw the hardships homeowners faced in paying residential energy bills last winter.
  • The federal government, working with the provinces, can take an important leadership role by eliminating the GST from residential energy bills.

Canadian Propane Association appoints Shannon Watt as President and CEO

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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OTTAWA, April 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Propane Association (CPA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Watt as the organizations President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 18, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Propane Association (CPA) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Watt as the organizations President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 18, 2022.
  • Shannon brings over 17 years of association experience, championing environmental sustainability issues with a proven ability to influence decision-making processes at all levels of government.
  • The Board extends its sincere gratitude to Allan Murphy, CPA Senior Vice-President of Government Relations, who has acted as Interim President and CEO during the past several months.
  • With over 400 members, the Canadian Propane Association (CPA) is the national association for a growing, multi-billion-dollar industry that impacts the livelihood of tens of thousands of Canadians.