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CIAC proudly represents Canada’s chemistry and plastics sector leaders: innovators, solution providers, and world-class stewardship pioneers.

Together, our commitment to bettering society, the environment, and the economy is unwavering. We share our members’ stories with decision-makers at the federal and provincial levels to help shape public policy that supports innovation, investment, sustainability, jobs, and the environment.

Canadian Chemistry by the Numbers

$109 billion

of shipments in chemistry and plastics products in 2023

192 700

Canadian jobs related to the chemistry and plastics sectors

4th largest

manufacturing sector in Canada

2023 Year in Review: A sustainable and prosperous Canada – the connection is chemistry

2023 was a busy year for CIAC and our members! Read all about our organization’s achievements, awards and advocacy in the 2023 Year in Review.

Responsible Care®: the made-in-Canada chemistry industry sustainability initiative

Learn about CIAC’s made-in-Canada sustainability initiative, Responsible Care®.

2023 Responsible Care Report

For nearly 40 years, Responsible Care® has led the journey towards safe, responsible and sustainable chemical manufacturing. Take a moment and read this interactive report that outlines our members’ accomplishments throughout the 2023 calendar year.

The Future of Chemistry with Bob Masterson featuring Alanna Hnatiw, Mayor of Sturgeon County

The Future Economy has launched a video series, The Future of Chemistry, featuring Bob Masterson, in which he explores important topics with key players in Canada’s chemistry and plastic industry. The first episode features Alanna Hnatiw, Mayor of Sturgeon County.

What we’re tweeting:

Save the date! CIAC is back with our annual Alberta Chemistry and Plastics Day conference on May 21, 2025, at the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Alberta. Join us for latest industry insights & discussion on the future of chemistry & plastics with our keynote speaker from the industry

Have you taken the TRANSCAER virtual tour? As we celebrate 40 yrs of TRANSCAER, we invite you to tour our new CPX 911 Safety Train. This virtual tour also allows first responders to increase awareness of rail safety & transportation of dangerous goods. https://transcaer.canadianchemistry.ca/ccpx-911-virtual-reality-tour/

Chemistry and plastics help drive Alberta’s modern and sustainable economy. The industry has helped generate more than 15,000 jobs in the chemistry and plastics sector. Learn more about Alberta’s advantages in our latest regional factsheet on Alberta: https://canadianchemistry.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Regional-Fact-Sheet\_Alberta\_ENG.pdf

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