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With 6 months to go the trade show floor is SOLD OUT!

This 2-day trade show and conference will CONNECT you with Industry Experts, Contractors, Engineers, Agents, Consultants, Tradespeople, Wholesalers and more! We are taking a waiting list if booths become available. More details about the conference, including the speakers participating, will be made available in the coming weeks.

CHC Conference Chair Andrew Dyck (Barclay Sales) says:

“The CIPH BC Region is excited to host the 2026 Canadian Hydronics Council (CHC) conference in Richmond, BC. Forty years ago, pioneers in Canada’s hydronics industry worked with the government of the day in BC to establish standards for hydronic installations.

This in turn led to the Canadian Hydronics Advisory committee being formed, which ultimately led to the CSA B-214 code in Canada. Returning to BC, where it all started, with the privilege to inform, educate, connect, advocate and train hydronics installers, designers and specifiers over two days is a special moment for CHC.

The upcoming CHC conference will be a great opportunity to network with friends, industry experts and to hear from wonderful presenters. Mark the date for this one-of-a-kind event – September 24 & 25, 2026”.

Be sure to register today!

About the Canadian Hydronics Council:

The Canadian Hydronics Council (CHC), a council within the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH), has represented Canada’s hot water heating industry for over 60 years. Our mission is to promote and grow the Canadian hydronics industry through code and policy development, training, and contractor support while being recognized nationally as the hydronic center of excellence and the best solution provided for Canada to realize emission reduction targets.

The Canadian Hydronics Conference was launched in 2014 at the CIPHEX West in Calgary. Since then, the Conference has attracted hundreds of participants in Western Canada at successive conferences. The first expanded format of the Canadian Hydronics Conference took place in Ottawa, Ontario in 2019 and had over 300 participants over two full days of educational sessions.

Our mandate allows us to participate in the following: Education and Training including delivery of national training standards; Government Relations including participation in codes and standards development; Industry and Consumer Marketing, promoting the benefits of hot water heating systems.

For more information about Canadian Hydronics Conference, contact:

Pat Gramsch

Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating
416-695-0447 x309
p.gramsch@ciph.com

“Together with our members, we are creating better outcomes for our Industry and for the customers who rely on it,” said Brent Cornelissen, Board Chair, CIPH. “Our refreshed brand reflects who we are and what we stand for – a connected, forward-looking community committed to building a stronger future for our profession and for the people who depend on us every day.”

For nearly a century, CIPH has brought industry leaders together from across the country to set standards, share knowledge, and advance the essential plumbing and mechanical systems in our homes and businesses. The updated brand messaging reinforces that legacy by positioning CIPH as the voice of the plumbing and heating community, focused on progress, collaboration, and long-term impact for both the profession and the public it serves.

“This brand refresh is about how we show up with our members and for our industry,” said Satinder Chera, CEO, CIPH. “Anchored by CIPH’s strategic plan, the brand centres on bringing the plumbing and heating community together, guided by four pillars that connect members, advocate for their interests, inform the industry, and deliver best-in-class support.”

Rolling out across CIPH’s nine regions, committees, councils, member events and communications platforms the refreshed brand messaging signals the organization’s continued evolution as a future-focused convener: strengthening relationships, cultivating the next generation of professionals, and ensuring the industry is positioned to meet new challenges and opportunities with confidence.

“Our strength has always come from our members,” said Chera. “This brand reflects our shared commitment to supporting our community: helping them navigate challenges, raise standards, and grow their businesses.”

The updated visual identity also builds on that foundation. The maple leaf remains a central symbol of our brand, with the reimagined logo using a red flame to represent heating and a blue droplet to pay tribute to the interconnected nature of the plumbing and heating sides of the business.

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« De concert avec nos membres, nous générons de meilleurs résultats pour notre industrie et pour les clients qui en dépendent, a déclaré Brent Cornelissen, président du conseil d’administration de l’ICPC. La refonte de notre image de marque est le reflet de ce que nous sommes et de ce que nous représentons : une communauté connectée, de nature prospective et déterminée à bâtir un avenir plus fort pour notre profession et pour les gens qui dépendent de nous au quotidien. »

Depuis près d’un siècle, l’ICPC réunit des chefs de file de l’industrie de partout au pays pour établir des normes, transmettre des connaissances et faire progresser les systèmes mécaniques et de plomberie essentiels dans nos maisons et nos entreprises. La stratégie de marque actualisée consolide cet héritage en positionnant l’ICPC comme la voix de la communauté de la plomberie et du chauffage, un organisme axé sur le progrès, la collaboration et les répercussions à long terme pour la profession et le public qu’elle sert.

« Cette refonte de l’image de marque porte sur la façon dont nous nous présentons ou interagissons avec nos membres et notre industrie, a indiqué Satinder Chera, directeur général de l’ICPC. Ancrée dans le plan stratégique de l’ICPC, l’image de marque vise à unir la communauté de la plomberie et du chauffage, guidée par les quatre piliers suivants : connecter les membres, défendre leurs intérêts, informer l’industrie et fournir un soutien de premier ordre. »

Déployée dans les neuf régions de l’ICPC, au sein de ses comités et conseils, dans le cadre de ses événements pour les membres et sur ses plateformes de communication, la stratégie de marque actualisée atteste de l’évolution continue de l’organisme en tant que catalyseur visionnaire qui renforce les relations, cultive la prochaine génération de professionnels et veille à ce que l’industrie soit en mesure de relever les nouveaux défis et de saisir les nouvelles occasions avec confiance.

« Nos membres ont toujours été notre force, a affirmé M. Chera. Cette image de marque témoigne de notre engagement commun à soutenir notre communauté en l’aidant à relever les défis, à rehausser les normes et à faire croître ses entreprises. »

La mise à jour de l’identité visuelle s’appuie également sur cette base. La feuille d’érable demeure un symbole central de notre marque. Le nouveau logo comporte une flamme rouge qui représente le chauffage et une gouttelette bleue, leur utilisation simultanée rendant ainsi hommage à la nature interconnectée des volets plomberie et chauffage de l’organisme.

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Kerissa MacDonald
Gestionnaire, Communications
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The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) is proud to announce that it will be sponsoring its 15th Habitat for Humanity home in Stoney Creek, Ontario. This Habitat for Humanity Hamilton project located at 19 Dawson Avenue in Stoney Creek is an ambitious 10 unit stacked townhouse development that will take a ground-breaking approach to helping families build equity and provide safe and affordable housing.

Construction on this project is set to begin in summer 2025 and is expected to be completed in 2026.

This marks another milestone in CIPH’s long-standing, 31-year commitment to supporting Habitat for Humanity Canada. To-date, CIPH Members have donated over $18 million in cash and product to help support Canadians with safe, healthy, and affordable housing.

As part of the initiative to support our communities, CIPH is issuing an open call to its members to support this new build in Stoney Creek, Ontario. These contributions are intended to help provide materials, and other resources necessary to build the home.

In addition to donations, companies are encouraged to take part in the construction of the homes by hosting a Habitat Team Build Day on the construction site. This is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to engage in meaningful community outreach and hands-on involvement.

“We invite all CIPH members to participate and show their support, through donations and/or time to volunteer for this life-changing project in Stoney Creek, Ontario,” said François Deschênes (Groupe Deschênes) and Lindsay Barber (Masco Canada), Co-Chairs of CIPH’s Charity Committee.

For more information on how you or your company can get involved in this incredible project, please reach out to Nancy Barden, CIPH’s Director Member Services at n.barden@ciph.com.

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The theme for 2025, "Plumbing is More," highlights how plumbing supports economies, improves sustainability, and helps build stronger, healthier communities. While often taken for granted, plumbing is behind many of the conveniences and protections people rely on every day. This year, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) and the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) have brought Canada’s plumbing supply chain together – contractors, manufactures, wholesalers, and manufacturers agents – to help Canadians celebrate #PlumbingIsMore on #WorldPlumbingDay:

More Than a Job — The plumbing industry plays a direct role in addressing water quality and conservation, improving lives, and preventing diseases. This is why plumbing is such a compelling career choice, because of the opportunities to make a lasting impact.

More Than Pipes and Fixtures — A well-functioning plumbing system also supports families. Every dollar invested in water and sanitation also returns more in economic benefits. Skilled trades and plumbing engineers are problem-solvers, ensuring that water systems meet the needs of Canadians.

More Than Conservation — Plumbing professionals are working hard to advance sustainability through new technologies and smarter water management that not only conserve natural resources but also ensure safe water access for future generations. 

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There are three very important ways you and your company can donate:

• Cash: Cash is a much-needed donation as it assists Habitat for Humanity Affiliates to purchase land, permits etc. to start the process of securing home build sites for future Habitat Homes.
• Restore Donations: Do you have obsolete or discontinued inventory in your warehouse/branches? Consider donating to Habitat for Humanity through the CIPH Program and diverting these products from landfills
• Product Certificates: The CIPH Certificate program has been designed to help local Habitat Affiliate easily secure CIPH members products through local supporting wholesalers. For example: a member donates an item, the certificate is then created and provided to a local Habitat Affiliate who then visits a local CIPH wholesalers who stocks that specific item. The wholesaler then bills the item as outlined on the certificate to the member providing the original of the redeemed certificate as documentation.

When considering donating product certificates please keep in mind Habitat for Humanity builds simple, basic homes; therefore, they cannot accept donations of luxury products. Most affiliates now are also building to best-in-class provincial green standards. The more we can help them build green, the better end result for the families who save on their long-term utility bills.

Some of the most common products needed for Habitat home build include: Furnaces (high efficiency units, variable outputs); Bath Tubs (white, prefer acrylic); Faucets (single lever kitchen, bathroom; low flow shower controls etc.); Heat Recovery Ventilators with master timers; Toilets (low flow, dual flush); DWV pipe and fittings; Bathroom vanity sinks (prefer white); Stainless steel sinks; Water heaters (Energy Star certified or dual venting; 40 Gallon most common); PEX & PEX fittings (1/2” & ¾”); Laundry tubs/basins; Sump pumps; Drum style humidifiers; Programmable thermostats; Bathroom exhaust fans; and of Certificates for random wholesale supplies of any value are greatly appreciated so that random supplies can be purchased at the local wholesaler. 

If you are interested in getting involved in supporting the CIPH fundraising campaign in support of Habitat for Humanity Canada, please email Nancy Barden: n.barden@ciph.com or complete the donation pledge form.

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CIPHEX + Electrical Learning Expo West will showcase the latest innovations in electrical, renewable energy, lighting, plumbing, hydronic, HVACR, and water quality industries.

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Dave Hammond

Chair, Board of Directors, CIPH

Satinder Chera

Chief Executive Officer, CIPH

The Board of Directors of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Satinder Chera as CIPH’s next Chief Executive Officer.

 After a comprehensive national search, the Board has unanimously selected Mr. Chera to lead the Association forward, in this important role. During a transition period beginning shortly, Satinder will work alongside the CIPH staff team, as well as the Board of Directors and outgoing leader, Mr. Ralph Suppa, to help the organization continue toward its next level of achievement as the leading voice promoting the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronics, PVF, and Waterworks Industries in Canada. The Board also wishes to acknowledge the great work of the CIPH CEO Search Committee and thanks them for their time, efforts and commitment to CIPH.

Satinder is a value-driven leader with a strong team orientation and passion for building strong relationships with members, government and allied organizations. He brings more than 20 years of senior management and leadership experience to this role with the not-for-profit and association sectors, including serving as President of the Canadian Convenience Stores Association and Vice President at the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. Satinder is presently Senior Director for Partnerships with Mitacs. Prior to his work in the association sector, Satinder served in Director and Senior Policy Advisor roles within both the Ontario and British Columbia Governments. He brings a strong skill set in government relations, public affairs, communications, stakeholder relations and partnership development.

Satinder is a lifelong learner whose educational background includes an MBA from Ivey Business School at Western University, a Master’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Waterloo, and Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Toronto, along with certification in Leadership and Inclusion from Centennial College.

“I am delighted to be joining this amazing organization and team,” said Satinder in a statement. “Ralph Suppa, has achieved so much for CIPH and I am committed to ensuring that the Association continues to provide outstanding member value for this dynamic and essential industry in Canada.”

“We are delighted to welcome Satinder to the CIPH team and feel confident that his extensive experience will help enhance and strengthen our Association and continue to provide great value to members,” added Dave Hammond, Chair of CIPH’s Board of Directors. “We have every confidence that he will make a tremendous contribution to the association and working alongside our staff team, will help CIPH achieve its mission of supporting the growth and prosperity of CIPH members. I’d also like to take the opportunity to thank Ralph for all his incredible and hard work over his time at CIPH. Thanks to his efforts, we are now well positioned to continue to innovate, evolve and meet the needs of our members.”

Mr. Chera will join CIPH and assume his new role on October 2, 2023.

About CIPH

The Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) is a not-for-profit trade association that is Canada’s leading voice promoting the Plumbing, Heating, Hydronics, PVF, and Waterworks Industries. With more than 280 companies as members, CIPH represents a vibrant industry that sees sales in excess of $9 billion annually, that employs more than 20,000 from coast to coast and that provides essential services to all Canadians.

For the last 90 years, CIPH has been connecting the industry and, today, CIPH provides a wide range of events, trade shows, seminars, workshops, webinars and publications on plumbing and hydronic heating for its members. CIPH informs and connects its members with each other and with relevant stakeholders (Including allied organizations and associations at national and international levels) and is able to represent its members in all aspects of the industry. CIPH ensures a unified voice in education, new technologies and advocacy for areas such as industry codes, regulatory standards, clean and waste water initiatives and climate change.

For more information on CIPH, please visit their website at: https://www.ciph.com

For media inquiries, please contact:

Ralph Suppa
President, CIPH
r.suppa@ciph.com

Suzanne Clark
President, Pursuit Advisory Partners
sclark@pursuitadvisory.com

“I am so honoured to receive the Joseph K. Seidner award, in recognition of my commitment to the plumbing industry,  It was extremely unexpected surprise for me and truly humbling to get this award as Joe was a friend and a mentor to me.” - Joe Rogers

Joe Rogers, Building Code Coordinator of the NS Office of the Fire Marshal, Department of Municipal Affairs & Housing is the 2023 recipient of the Joseph K. Seidner Award. 

The presentation took place virtually at the annual Canadian Advisory Council on Plumbing Meeting in Calgary, Alberta on August 15, 2023. The in-person presentation is being planned for the fall of 2023.  

The Canadian Advisory Council on Plumbing provides a forum for industry, regulators, and product certification organizations to share new concepts and ideas, to discuss policy and programs, and to review innovations and new technologies that affect plumbing standards, as well as the certification and testing of plumbing products. 

The award is in recognition of Mr. Rogers’s outstanding commitment of the plumbing industry who dedicated his time, talents, knowledge, experience and expertise in developing safer plumbing codes and standards.

Joe had the opportunity to work with Joesph K. Seidner earlier in his career. He was instrumental in working with CIPH to have CSA and CIPH develop the online training program for inspectors.

He was a key panelist for several industry sessions to help provide clarity on low leaded plumbing products and their intents. He has also done numerous webinars for CIPH and the industry on how codes and standards work, their processes and changes to the latest editions of the national model codes.

Recently he was key in the development of the new code system, and he is now a co-chair of the Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC).

Joe has a wholistic view of the Canadian system and is an ardent contributor and advocate for standards, codes, regulation and harmonization.

He is a collaborator, an excellent asset and resource who is respected by his regulatory peers and industry across Canada and the USA.  His invaluable knowledge and significant contributions do not go unrecognized as we work together to support each other to reach the goals of health, safety, and accessibility for all Canadians. Ultimately to achieve other important objectives such as conservation, energy efficiency and sustainability through harmonization.

The award was established by the CIPH Board of Directors in November 2000 to honour Joseph K. Seidner, the first recipient and an industry leader and friend of CIPH. Mr. Seidner passed away in 2003 at the age of 96.  The award honours his legacy in the Standards community.

Click here for more information on the Joseph Seidner Award

Geeta Persaud
Program Manager
Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating

The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) held its 90^th Annual Business Conference between June 18^th  to June 20^th at the Delta St. John’s, Newfoundland in conjunction with their 90th Anniversary.

Thank you to the ABC 2023 Chair Sean Kelly (EMCO Corporation) and his committee: Brent Cornelissen (OS&B Industrial), Siân Smith (Riptide Fulfillment Corporation), Sam Strange (Wolseley Canada), Mike Weiss (IPEX Inc.), Lisa Pratt (Franke Kindred Canada Limited) and Lee Bell (EMCO Corporation) for putting together a business and social program relative to our theme Rock Solid After 90 Years for members to enjoy.

ABC 2023 attracted more than 300 Delegates, Companions and Guests from across North America with many opportunities to build new relationships and connect with old friends over the 2 ½ day conference.

This year’s conference speakers featured Mark McCarthy who provided delegates and companions with stories and progression of Newfoundland through the years and its changes; Janice Gross Stein, who delivered her presentation on Global Issues; Brad Gushue presented on the Roadmap to a Rock Solid Team; Jennifer Ménard-Shand presented on Moving Reconciliation Forward and Keynote speaker Mary Walsh who shared innovations and advancements made by the plumbing and heating industry professionals, who remain Rock Solid after 90 Years.

During CIPH’s 91st Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, David Hammond (A.O. Smith Enterprises) was elected the CIPH’s 76^th Chair of the Board.

Click here to view pictures from the Chair’s Reception and Banquet.

ABC 2024 will be held at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort, Kelowna, BC, June 16-18, 2024.

Contact:

Geeta Persaud
Program Manager
Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating
g.persaud@ciph.com  

Lance MacNevin Recognized at the CIPH’s Annual Business Conference in St. John’s, NL on June 20,2023, as the newest recipient of the Canadian Hydronics Council Award of Merit.

Matt Robinson (Robinson Supply), Lance MacNevin (Plastics Pipe Institute) and Jerry Leyte (Viessmann Manufacturing)

The CHC Award of Merit was presented to Lance MacNevin, Director of Engineering - Building & Construction of Plastics Pipe Institute at the CIPH’s Rock Solid Annual Business Conference.

The award recognizes an individual for a significant body of work over a lifetime in the Canadian hydronics industry.

This award is intended to be the highest honour one can achieve within the hydronics industry in Canada.

Congratulations Lance!

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MARY WALSH TO DELIVER KEYNOTE ADDRESS AT THE 
CIPH’S 90^th ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE CONFERENCE

Over 300 delegates and companions from across Canada and the United States will meet to celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) during their Annual Business Conference at the Delta, St. John’s in St. John’s, Newfoundland from June 18^th - 20^th.

Senior executives of the manufacturers, wholesale distributors and associates of plumbing and heating products will gather to discuss the conference theme "Rock Solid After 90 Years" as it relates to their industry, their personal lives, and ultimately to Canada as a whole.

The keynote speaker will be Mary Walsh, best known for her multi-Gemini-award-winning work on This Hour Has 22 Minutes — CBC’s wildly popular take on current affairs. Mary’s character, Mrs. Eulalia will burst on the scene to celebrate the innovations and advancements made by the plumbing and heating industry professionals, who remain Rock Solid after 90 Years reports CIPH Chair of the Board Matt Robinson (Robinson Supply).

Other scheduled speakers will include the founding Director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, University of Toronto Janice Gross Stein, Canadian Olympic Gold Curling Champion Brad Gushue, First Nations Ojibwe & French Canadian Jennifer Ménard-Shand addressing truth and reconciliation, wonderful rock solid stories of Newfoundland by Mark McCarthy and Government relations expert, Rob LeForte, who will provide key initiatives by CIPH as they tackle climate change strategies with federal government.

CIPH estimates that this conference will contribute more than $400,000 to the local economy.
                                                                                                                                                                                 

Contact: Ralph Suppa, CAE President Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating           r.suppa@ciph.com

About CIPH: Founded in Montreal in 1933, the CIPH is a not-for-profit trade association that is committed to providing members with the tools for success in today's competitive environment. More than 283 companies are members of this influential Canadian industry association. They are the manufacturers, wholesaler distributors, master distributors, manufacturers' agents, and allied companies that manufacture and distribute plumbing, heating, hydronic, industrial PVF, waterworks, and other mechanical products. CIPH wholesalers operate more than 800 warehouses and showrooms across Canada. Total industry sales exceed $10 billion annually and CIPH members have more than 20,000 employees from coast to coast.
                                                                                                                                                                                 

Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating • L’Institut canadien de plomberie et de chauffage

295 The West Mall, Suite 504  |  Toronto, ON M9C 4Z4  |  1.800.639.2474  |  info@ciph.com

19 et 20 avril 2023
Palais des congrès de Montréal
mcee.ca
PRESS RELEASE
For Immediate Release

The MCEE Show consolidates its position as a must-attend show in Canada!
                                                                                                                                                                         

(Montreal, Tuesday, May 2, 2023) Held for the first time at the Palais des congrès de Montréal on April 19 and 20, 2023, the MCEE Show offered its approximately 7,000 visitors more than 300 exhibitors occupying 65,000 square feet of new products and the latest technologies. This information strengthens its position as Canada's leading trade show for the building mechanics, electrical and lighting industries. In addition, the New Products Showcase was of great interest to visitors with its 58 products highlighting sustainable development, energy efficiency, water efficiency and innovation. The winners of the New Product Competition were selected by a jury of industry experts. These innovations are the main reason to attend the show for 82% of visitors.

"With its support for new products, its topical seminars that attracted more than 1200 people and the variety of its exhibitors, the MCEE Show reinforces its position as an indispensable event in the Canadian industry each edition," said Steve Boulanger, Executive Director of the Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec.

“It was great after a 4-year absence that the MCEE tradeshow is still proof that our industry members can come together for a common cause to create meaningful partnerships that increase the quality of tradeshows for exhibitors, visitors and for the industry associations. The MCEE tradeshow provided an excellent forum for both visitors and exhibitors to meet, exchange knowledge and to see firsthand products that are meeting the world’s climate change demand. Thanks to the goodwill and collaboration of the CIPH, CMMTQ, CMEQ and CETAF members and staff who have participated on the Show Committee. They have combined their resources, talents, and experiences to produce a top-notch trade show which has not gone unnoticed. A special thank you and recognition to the Chair of the Show Committee, Fred Lajoie (Lajoie), reported Ralph Suppa, President of the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating.

"After the success of this return, we are already working to organize the 2025 edition, which promises new products and technologies to the delight of exhibitors and visitors," concludes Mr. Boulanger.

The next edition of MCEE will take place on April 24 and 25, 2025 at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Exhibit Sales for the next edition will begin in early 2024.

Le Salon MCEE
The MCEE Show is organized by the Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec (CMMTQ), the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH), the Corporation des maîtres électriciens du Québec (CMEQ), and the Corporation des entreprises de traitement de l'air et du froid (CETAF), in collaboration with Électro Fédération Canada (EFC).

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Information:

Pat Gramsch
Trade Show Manager
CIPH
416.695.3568
p.gramsch@ciph.com

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CIPH recommends that the government invest in our sector to encourage market adoption of modern, efficient products in homes and businesses. These investments should be targeted not only at encouraging the purchase of heat pumps, boilers and other energy-efficient technology, but also at the infrastructure required to support their operation and maintenance. That includes upgrading other building systems, including electrical panels and ventilation to optimize efficiency.

To achieve net-zero in the built environment, the federal government must invest in technology development programs for mechanical systems, including systems that heat and cool buildings using water and water heating equipment, to ensure that the sector is ready to meet market demands of future improvements to building codes and product standards.

We also support product research and development to improve energy use across product classes. The expertise of the National Research Council has been invaluable to our sector. Partnerships between industry and government will be needed to ensure policy considers buildings as entire systems to maximize efficiency and reduce emissions, rather than simply considering their constituent parts.

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Congratulations Mr. Dave Hughes, Technical Advisor, Codes and Standards, Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) on being recognized as the newest recipient of the Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence.

The presentation took place at AHR Expo on Monday, February 6th in Atlanta, Georgia USA. 

In the spirit of Gil Carlson and the vision of Dan Holohan and Robert Bean, the award was conceived in 2006.  The award is presented every two years to a nominee with attributes including technical mastery and a passion for hydronic technologies, demonstrated leadership as an educator and mentor, and an aptitude for cultivating fundraising opportunities for industry causes.  The candidate must be over the age of 40 and a citizen of the United States or Canada. Read more 

(30 January 2023) The Board of Directors of CIPH announced today that the association’s President, Ralph Suppa, will be retiring later this year, starting a leadership transition process over the next 8 months. Ralph’s decision to retire will bring to a close a remarkable career that includes 35 years at CIPH, the last two decades of which have been as President.

"Our association has benefitted immensely from Ralph’s expertise and member-centred approach. The CIPH staff, Board, members and our many partners feel privileged to have worked with Ralph and are enormously grateful to him for his many contributions," says Matt Robinson, CIPH Board Chair.

During his tenure at CIPH, many in the industry have experienced firsthand Ralph’s ability to build personable relationships with CIPH members, government partners, regulatory authorities, as well as allied associations in both Canada and the USA. He leaves the organization in solid financial standing along with systems the Board and staff can utilize as CIPH continues to evolve and grow in service of the membership.

Endings require new beginnings and CIPH’s Board of Directors has established a Search Committee to oversee the process to choose Ralph’s successor. An executive search firm has been engaged to assist with the recruitment of CIPH’s next President. Consultations will begin this winter, followed by a public job posting and recruitment and selection process in the spring/summer of 2023.

“We are confident that we will find an experienced and visionary leader to sustain and grow the exceptional work done under Ralph’s leadership so that CIPH can continue to make a positive impact in our sector, for our members,” said Mr. Robinson. “We look forward to Ralph’s continued strong and active leadership through the recruitment and the transition to his successor, and as he prepares for a well-deserved retirement.”

ABOUT CIPH

Founded in Montreal in 1933, the CIPH is a not-for-profit trade association that is committed to providing members with the tools for success in today's competitive environment. More than 280 companies are members of this influential Canadian industry association.

CIPH’s mission is to promote the responsible growth and prosperity of members: manufacturers, wholesaler distributors, manufacturers' agents and associates in the plumbing, heating, hydronics, industrial PVF, waterworks and water systems industry in Canada.

Happy New Year from CIPH – It Will Be a Wonderful Year of Celebrations!
 
2023 marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of CIPH on February 8, 1933 in Montreal and we are eager and ready to serve you and the industry on key initiatives to inform you and connect you with other relevant stakeholders to achieve member success through education, advocacy and the sharing of best practices.
 
In the 1930’s, our founding members recognized the need to appeal to the Government of Canada as a strong unified voice on behalf of our industry to encourage renovation and housing starts. As individual companies they had little power but together as one strong unified voice they believed they would be heard. The drive for change through powerful alignment that was established decades ago is exactly what we continue to pursue today as an association. 

The key strategic pillars of focus for the board on your behalf are : 1. Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; 2. Bringing safe, cleaning drinking to indigenous communities; 3. Branding; 4. Education; 5. Ensuring the relevancy of tradeshows; and 5. Continuity planning as we transition to a new CEO.
 
One of CIPH’s key focus areas along with MCA Canada is meet the federal governments Emissions Reduction Plan and commitment to their Net Zero-Emissions Building Strategy. As an industry we want to see market transformation that leads to a sustainable, low carbon economy. We believe that to make transformation possible, government and industry need to work together.
 
We have taken proactive steps to ensure that the plumbing and heating sector is well-represented in federal policymaking. Through our partnership with MCA Canada we have engaged elected officials and senior civil servants to put the voices of our members front and center in discussions about the path to net-zero in construction.
 
We have stood up for our members to talk about business conditions including supply chain challenges, labour concerns, and procurement challenges. One of our top priorities is making sure that new developments across the country are well-aligned between each jurisdiction. We have made it clear federally that disjointed approaches lead to less efficient operations for businesses and higher costs for consumers and governments.
 
On January 24th we are holding a virtual roundtable discussion needed to achieve net zero in Canada’s construction sector that will include mechanical industry representatives, aligned stakeholder organizations, and key federal departments such as NRCan, NRC, and ESDC. The goal is to continue to build on a "white paper" we had previously submitted to the government with further recommendations.
 
As a team we are at your service and we value our members, committees, councils, allied associations and the nine regions across Canada. Our combined input will continue to focus and drive the implementation of the Boards strategy locally and nationally. Thank you!