Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Gas Processing Association Canada (GPAC) is a not-for-profit organization formed to promote
the interaction and exchange of ideas and technology to those involved with the hydrocarbon
processing industry. We are made up of members that process, produce, gather, transport and
market Natural Gas and Natural Gas Liquids.
Our goal and vision is to provide added value to the Canadian gas processing and gas liquids
industries from source to market by being a forum for:
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expanding technical knowledge
sharing best practices
discussing, debating and providing input into legislative and regulatory issues
industry networking
being the premier technical association representing gas processing in Canada
WHAT MEMBERSHIP OFFERS YOU:
Access to the Leading Edge of Industry Research – connected to GPA US
The GPA cooperative research program has received worldwide recognition because of its
successes and benefits to the global midstream industry. Over the past 40 years, a vast amount of
data has been collected from GPA-led research efforts.
Advocacy and Industry Participation
GPAC represents the interests of gas processors on issues of importance that impact the industry as
a whole. This effort is carried out by the Legislative and Regulatory affairs Committee (LARAC).
LARAC exists to:
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identify and review issues relevant to the gas gathering and processing industry
provide a forum for developing common positions relative to these issues
effectively represent the industry in providing feedback to regulatory bodies, producer
associations, legislators and stakeholder organizations
and provide GPAC with a vehicle for addressing and escalating industry issues.
Recent issues that LARAC has participated in include the development of the updated Jumping
Pound formula for determining processing fees (JP-05), the EUB’s Large Facility Liability
Management Program and the oil and gas industry’s Fuel Gas Efficiency Committee. In addition to
these initiatives, GPAC provides a representative to the Boiler and Pressure Vessel Technical
Council of the Safety Codes Council of Alberta.
Recognition
The GPAC Awards Program meets an obligation to support the development of the gas producing
and processing industry. These awards are tangible, public evidence of appreciation by the industry,
the association and industry colleagues to those individuals who have contributed significantly to the
advancement and development of the light hydrocarbons industry.
Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
GPAC Safety Awards recognize companies with outstanding safety records in the industry.
The GPAC Safety Awards Program is an important part of an industry-wide recognition for safe work
at gas handling facilities across Canada. Many companies throughout the gas processing industry
choose to recognize the exceptional safety records of their staff alongside industry peers through the
GPAC Awards. By participating, companies contribute to lifting safety awareness to the ultimate
elimination of lost time and deaths due to preventable accidents. Several facilities and operating
areas have been participating in the program since its inception over 30 years ago. GPAC
acknowledges member companies in celebrating safety milestones through the public presentation
of safety awards at the annual GPAC Operations & Maintenance Conference held in Calgary,
Alberta.
Scholarships/Bursaries
The Gas Processing Association Award is available to Petroleum and Industry Related programs
of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) including: Chemical Technology, Chemical
Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Geological,
Geomatics, Instrumentation, and Petroleum Engineering. Recipients are in their 3rd semester of the
program and display academic achievement along with a financial need.
Professional Development & Networking Opportunities
GPAC hosts numerous gatherings of midstream industry professionals throughout the year attracting
more than 600 attendees representing 150+ companies. This provides an unparalleled opportunity
to:
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share best practices
receive industry's latest legislative and regulatory information
and benefit from technical sessions led by industry experts.
Exclusive Member Rates
Your GPAC membership provides discounted prices on the GPSA Engineering Data Book/CD Set,
conferences, technical sessions and other association activities. Members also receive the Energy
Processing Magazine 6 times per year and preferred pricing for advertising in the publication.
Leadership Opportunities
Join a committee and strengthen your leadership skills while playing a key role in your profession
and the industry's future. Discuss ideas with peers and stay abreast of current issues facing the
industry. GPAC has a number of committees in which you can explore your specific areas of
interest.
Mentorship Opportunity
Alumni of the CGPA, CGPSA and GPAC organization, who also make up a portion of the
membership, provide advice and guidance to directors and members and maintain contact with all
interested past members. This group has a minimum of 20 years related industry experience which
provides valuable input and mentorship opportunity for ‘newbies’ in the industry.
Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
Operator Benefits:
 Greatly enhances the sharing of operational information with other local processors,
providing the potential for more reliable and economical operations.
 Facilitates the sharing of safety information thereby providing for a safer industry.
 Offers a vehicle for the sharing of environmental information, thereby providing a way to
protect the environment and avoid penalties for non-compliance.
 Concentrated contacts with suppliers, saving the time of seeing them individually at various
times and various places.
 Opportunities to meet new people from different companies will allow you to get to know
your counterparts on a more personal basis.
 Enhances the opportunity of making contacts to facilitate on-going negotiations or future
deals.
Supplier Benefits:
 Unique access to operating decision makers, enhancing their use of time because they are
able to contact many decision makers at a single function.
 Suppliers stay in touch with what is happening in their area and the industry.
Combined Benefits:
 Promotion of the gas industry with the energy sector, continent-wide
 Promotion of their company
 Ability to obtain updated information about business opportunities
 Enhanced credibility with peers
 Facilitates the technical exchange of information
 Increase of influence concerning policy makers
 Allows for learning/educational opportunities activities that will benefit companies,
individuals and the industry
 Interaction with experienced industry alumni.
Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
GPAC MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 2013
2013 Membership Dues
Regular
January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013
GST 5% (#870199361)
$75.00
$3.75
**G.A.S.
Alumni
$9.00
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TOTAL including GST
$78.75
$9.45
***Student
$21.00
$20.00
$1.00
**G.A.S. Alumni applications must have held previous membership with CGPA, CGPSA or GPAC, have a minimum age of 50 or 20
years related experience, and currently be retired or no longer in full time employment.
***All student membership applications must go through the office for verification.
Fax form to (403) 244-2340 or Click here to Signup Online!
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Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
Gas Processing Association Canada
400, 1040 - 7 Avenue SW Calgary, AB Canada T2P 3G9
Phone: 403-244-4487 Fax: 403-244-2340
Email: info@gpacanada.com Website: www.gpacanada.com
Activities: (check as many as apply)
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Employer: (check as many as apply)
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 Pipeline/Transportation  Midstream
 Engineering Services Supplier
Office Location: (where you work)
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Members are advised that GPAC collects the information noted on this form for its use as outlined below:
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