GPAC is a non-profit organization formed to promote the interaction and exchange of ideas and technology to those involved with or affected by the hydrocarbon processing industry.
Our Mission
GPAC strives to be an organization that will serve the needs of the processors, suppliers, relevant industry associations and other parties affected by the natural gas processing industry.
History
Our history in the Gas Processing industry spans more than 55 years with our first association, the Canadian Gas Processing Association (CGPA) dating back to 1959.
President’s message
Welcome, and thank you for visiting our website. As President of Gas Processing Association Canada I am proud to represent a community of professionals, educators, and advocates united by a common purpose: to advance responsible gas processing while promoting energy literacy and sustainability. At a time when the global energy landscape is evolving rapidly, our role has never been more important. We believe that education and advocacy are the cornerstones of meaningful progress—and they are central to everything we do.
Our organization is committed to: Empowering individuals through energy education that is accessible, accurate, and relevant; Promoting safe, efficient, and sustainable gas processing practices that support both environmental and economic goals; Advocating for policies and technologies that ensure a just and informed transition to a lower-carbon future.
Whether you’re a student, professional, policymaker, or curious citizen, we invite you to engage with us. Explore our resources, participate in our programs, and become part of a growing network that believes in the power of knowledge to shape a better energy future.
Sally Carefoot, President
“Together, we can bridge the gap between today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities—one conversation, one classroom, and one community at a time.”
Our Supporters
Join the ranks of your fellow gas professionals with your membership to the Gas Processing Association of Canada.
Gas Processing Association of Canada’s (“GPAC”) Outstanding Achievement Award (“Award”) Screening Process
The following nomination process has been established for selection and award of GPAC’s Achievement Award. The award will be made only through this nomination and selection process, which has been approved by the GPAC Board of Directors (“BOD”).
General Guidelines
No person or company may self-nominate
The “Awards” sub-committee will review nominations and will request additional material if and as necessary, to complete the confirmation of back-ground details on potential recipients
Nominators and potential Award recipients are requested not to contact GPAC or members of the Nominating Committee for status reports or to promote the candidacy of any individual or company
Revision Date: September 11, 2023
G.A.S Alumni
The purpose of G.A.S. is to provide a focal point for the alumni of the CGPA, CGPSA and GPAC organizations, provide advice and guidance to the directors and members, maintain contact with all interested past members, maintain and update a current mailing list for GAS Alumni membership; and have a representative attend the GPAC Board meetings to provide appropriate input.
Membership Criteria*:
Have held membership in CGPA, CGPSA or GPAC*
Have a minimum age of 50 years or 20 years related experience*
Be retired or no longer in full time employment
*Past Presidents of CGPA, CGPSA or GPAC are automatically eligible and do not have to satisfy the age or experience criteria, but do need to be retired, or no longer in full time employment and must indicate if they wish to be on the G.A.S. list.
To sign up please provide contact information including email (if applicable) via e-mail to the G.A.S. representative below showing you have the above requirements: Howard Smith handcsmith@shaw.ca
