Propane plays a major role in food production in Canada by providing an energy source that helps reduce the ecological footprint of agriculture. Did you know that clean-burning propane helps sterilize milk equipment, dry crops, warm chicken coops, remove weeds, irrigate crops and power tractors? With such a versatile energy source, more and more agricultural businesses are powered by propane.

The Canadian Propane Association lists many of the benefits of using propane in farming operations, including:

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Whether you are buying a new property off the grid, looking to find a new cost-effective way to power your business or simply need a gas supply to operate your barbecue, you have probably heard of propane gas before. 

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A few weeks ago on December 9, the global propane industry came together for Auto Propane Day. The event provided an opportunity to promote the important benefits of low-emission auto propane.  

Propane is a low carbon, clean-burning energy source that is safely transported and used across Canada every day. Propane’s utilization helps to improve air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and protect the environment.

Today, we're sharing the Canadian Propane Association's press release, and a link to their collection of resources on automobile propane.

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Small business owners and homeowners throughout Canada, are interested in making sure that they manage energy efficiently and reduce as much as possible processes that produce greenhouse gases.

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Are you updating a rural property and are planning to switch to propane energy from oil or electric heating? It makes sense. oil, once the most common heating source in the 1950s-60's was widely replaced by electric baseboard heating in the 1970's. Now, homeowners want HVAC systems that provide the latest control and comfort throughout the seasons and use environmentally friendly energy.

Rural properties that were previously only used for 3 seasons are now being used year-round and updating the heating system is essential. Properties in rural locations, lakeside cottages and small villages often do not have natural gas services and propane is the clean & green solution.

If you recently acquired a property with an old heating system or are ready to update the family seasonal cottage this year,  you'll want to choose a propane supplier to go along with your newly installed propane furnace system.

Choosing which propane company to go with is important. Your propane supplier is providing an essential service for years to come. Let's look at some of the key considerations when selecting the right propane company.

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According to real estate news, 2020 saw a trend for homeowners to move out of larger towns and cities and relocate to a rural community. This was partially because of so many companies transitioning to a remote workforce, where all that was needed was a quiet space and an internet connection for office workers to complete their work. Urban homeowners saw an opportunity to pull up stakes and settle into a year-round rural retreat with all the associated benefits of country living.

Housing in rural or even remote areas, is quite different than in cities - especially when it comes to energy.

Many communities in central Ontario, especially smaller villages, do not have access to natural gas and so homes are either heated by electricity, oil, or propane.

Home buyers often calculate into the purchase price how much it would cost to renovate and upgrade a property to forced air propane with central air conditioning.  Cost savings, efficiency, and environmental benefits are often cited as the reason for the preference for propane.

If you are new to propane as an energy source for your home, we've put together some helpful information in the form of a complimentary downloadable guide (PDF).

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