The PLCAC is pleased to announce that the new PLCAC Membership Directory is HERE! The Membership Directory is your go-to resource for connecting with other PLCAC members across the pipeline industry. Members can find partners, suppliers, and contractors within the association. Each listing includes the company name, primary contact information, regions served, and areas of … read more
The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada is proud to announce the 2026 Student Award Program application will open on September 17, 2026. To Qualify: An applicant must be a son, daughter, or ward of a person whose principal income is derived from the pipeline construction industry. The parent or guardian of the applicant must … read more
The PLCAC is proud to present the September issue of the newsletter, celebrating our Associate Members and their contributions. Also in this issue: The inaugural Calgary Stamped Energy Industry event CAPP information PLCAC Innovation Awards winners New Associate Member Student Award Program information Read the issue HERE. Please send your feedback or comments to the … read more
On Friday, July 3, 2026, Kevin O’Donnell, Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada (PLCAC) Executive Director and the Board of Directors for the Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council (CPAC) met in Calgary with the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and the Honourable John Zerucelli, Canada’s Secretary for Labour. The discussion focused on … read more
The June issue of the Canadian Pipeliner Newsletter is available now! 2026 Maui Convention Recap James L. Abraham Safety Performance Awards of Excellence 21st Annual Calgary Energy Roundtable CPAC at the 10th Indigenous Resources Opportunities Conference in Nanaimo, BC Check out the June issue HERE. If you have any questions or you would like to … read more
The March issue of the Canadian Pipeliner Newsletter is here! In this issue, you will find: OJB Energy Solutions Announcement Full list of the 2025 – 2026 Student Award Program Recipients 2026 BC Natural Resources Forum Recap New Associate Member Maui Convention Annoucement Check out this issue HERE. If you have any questions or you’d … read more
PLCAC Annual General Meeting and Convention The PLCAC will hold its annual convention at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa from April 20 to April 24, 2026. The resort is a luxurious oceanfront property located on the stunning Ka’anapali Beach in Maui, Hawaii. Maui is well-known for its landscapes: beaches with crystal-clear … read more
The September Pipeliner Newsletter is here! Every September, the Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada highlights our Associate Members. All Associate members are important in the Pipeliner industry because no construction, service or maintenance project can be successful without the latest equipment, technology, business tools and direction of the Associate members. They help complete … read more
The June 2025 Pipeliner Newsletter is here! In this issue you will find: The PLCAC Officers and Directors for 2025-2026 The PLCAC’s 71st AGM & Convention recap, photos & Sponsors The list of winners of the James L. Abraham Safety Performance Award The Jack Cressey Future Leader Award winner and more! On the cover: PLCAC’s … read more
We are pleased to release the first video in our series of five videos covering mental health awareness in our industry. This series provides valuable insights and resources in understanding, managing, and mitigating the effects of mental health for all employees. We will be releasing one video each week for the next five weeks so … read more
We have a great line up of speakers at the 71st Annual General Meeting and Convention. Tuesday, May 27: 🔹 Ryan Straschnitzki, Resilience & fortitude Speaker, Starz Strong Charity – Inspirational speaker and athlete, sharing his incredible story of resilience and determination. Wednesday, May 28: 🔹 Mark Maki, Chief Executive Officer, Tans Mountain – A seasoned executive … read more
The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada is excited to announce that the registration for the 71st Annual General Meeting and Convention is open now! This year’s convention is at the beautiful “Castle in the Rookies” Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The convention promises to be a blend of valuable networking opportunities, impactful guest speakers and … read more
The 71st PLCAC AGM & Convention will be held from Sunday, May 25, 2025 to Wednesday, May 28, 2025 in Banff, AB! Banff, AB is one of the most beautiful places in Canada and it will be the backdrop of our convention. The historic and luxurious hotel, The Fairmont Banff Springs, is known as … read more
The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada is proud to release the tenth video in our series of pipeline specific safety videos! The videos were a collaboration with the PLCAC Safety Committee, our Contractors and the Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council (CPAC). Check out all nine videos on our YouTube channel. The topic of the videos are: … read more
The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada 2024-2025 Membership Directory is ready! The updated membership directory includes: PLCAC Officers and Directors 2024-2025 PLCAC Standing Committee Members 2024-2025 Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council Information Past Presidents and Honorary Members List 2023 Safety Awards List 2023-2024 PLCAC Top Achiever Award Winner 2024 Jack Cressey Future Leader Award Recipient … read more
(Brian Butler, PLCAC Labour Relations Manager and Lyall Nash, President of TESTCO Western Ltd & CPAC Chairman, not pictured: Karman Jiri, PLCAC Office Manager) The Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCAC) joined the Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council (CPAC) as an exhibitor at the Circle of Trade during the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual General … read more
In this issue, you can find the list of the PLCAC Officers and Directors for 2024-2025, the PLCAC’s 70th AGM & Convention recap, sponsors and more! On the cover: PLCAC’s 2024-2025 President: Mark Scherer, Aecon – Executive Vice President & Chief Safety Officer You can check out some photos from the convention by scanning the … read more
The PLCAC would like to extend its sincere appreciation for all the sponsors of the 70th Annual General Meeting & Convention. Your support is important to this year’s convention success, allowing us to create an unforgettable experience for all who attend. See you in Niagara Falls, Ontario (May 12 – May 16, 2024) Sheraton Fallsview … read more
March 2024: Canadian Pipeliner Newsletter In this issue, you can find the list of the PLCAC Student Award Program recipients, PLCAC’s 70th AGM & Convention keynote speakers and more! **The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada’s 70th Annual General Meeting & Convention will be at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel in Niagara Falls, Ontario from … read more
Registration is open as of February 1, 2024 We are excited to announce that the registration for the 70th Annual General Meeting & Convention in Niagara Falls, Ontario is now open! It is advisable to have your list of optional activities, Golf Tournament, Club Rental choice (if applicable), ready prior to beginning the registration process. … read more
PLCAC 70th Annual General Meeting & Convention May 12 – 16, 2024 Sheraton Fallsview Hotel, Niagara Falls, ON Each year, the PLCAC hosts the Annual General Meeting & Convention, a major industry event in Canada that brings together the PLCAC community to attend pipeline industry business sessions, network with industry colleagues, and reconnect with old friends. The … read more
Wishing you a joyful & warm holiday season and a wonderful New Year! We appreciate your membership with the Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada. Hope to see you all in 2024! Looking forward to the Convention in Niagara Falls, Ontario from May 12 to 16, 2024. From the PLCAC office: Kevin O’Donnell, Brian … read more
On October 26, 2023, the PLCAC Safety Committee and the Education and Training Committee members visited the United Association’s Local 170 in Delta, British Columbia. This site visit proved to be highly enlightening, as it showed valuable insights into the training facilities’ capabilities for preparing the next generation of professionals in the pipeline industry. During … read more
The PLCAC Executive Director, Kevin O’Donnell was joined by The Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council (CPAC) members at the largest liquefied natural gas (LNG) conference in Vancouver from July 10 to 13, 2023. Over 250 industry experts were present at the conference and leading the discussion on the most important issues facing the LNG industry today. … read more
The Board of Directors of Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada welcomed delegates to Victoria, BC for the 2023 AGM & Convention from May 14-18. The convention started off with a day of meetings. First, Board of Directors meeting, then the Canadian Pipeline Advisory Council meeting and finally the World Federation meeting. The welcome … read more
May 14 – 18, 2023 Fairmont Empress Hotel, Victoria, BC Each year, the PLCAC hosts the Annual General Meeting & Convention, a major industry event in Canada that brings together the PLCAC community to attend pipeline industry business sessions, network with industry colleagues, and reconnect with old friends. The Convention is open to all Regular, Associate, … read more
The Pipe Line Contractors Association of Canada is proud to hold its first Innovation Summit on October 20, 2026 at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Alberta. This summit will bring together PLCAC’s members of the Innovation Committee to share ideas, discuss emerging technology, and workforce development to move our industry forward. Also, the Innovation Committee … read more