MEGlobal Canada receives 2026 CIAC Responsible Care Stewardship Award
OTTAWA, Ontario — Oct. 27, 2026 — MEGlobal Canada ULC (MEGlobal) has been named the winner of the prestigious 2026 Responsible Care Stewardship Award from the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC), recognizing the company’s commitment to protecting people and the environment through the responsible management of its products.
The national award recognizes MEGlobal’s comprehensive approach to product stewardship, which extends well beyond its manufacturing facilities to include the safe transportation, storage, handling and use of ethylene glycol (EG) throughout the global supply chain.
“Producing a product responsibly means understanding how it’s used and taking steps to ensure it is handled safely every step of the way,” said Amanda VanderBurg, MEGlobal Production Director. “Our responsibility continues long after our product leaves our gates. This award recognizes the work our incredible employees do every day, alongside our customers and distributors, to make responsible product stewardship a priority at every stage of the supply chain.”
The CIAC is a national organization that proudly represents Canada’s chemistry and plastics sector leaders. Launched in 2022, the Responsible Care® Awards recognize companies that exemplify leadership and outstanding performance in implementing Responsible Care over the past year.
“CIAC is proud to recognize MEGlobal as this year’s Responsible Care Stewardship Award winner. The company’s commitment to responsible product stewardship extends well beyond its facilities to the safe transportation, storage, and handling of its products. MEGlobal demonstrates what Responsible Care is all about: turning commitments into meaningful action. MEGlobal’s leadership make it a deserving recipient of this award,” said Greg Moffatt, President and CEO of CIAC.
MEGlobal produces approximately 1.4 million tonnes of EG annually at its three manufacturing facilities in Alberta. The company has been a member of CIAC since 2004 and first achieved Responsible Care® verification in 2007.
Central to MEGlobal’s stewardship program is a global network of product stewards located in the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the Middle East and India. These specialists work with commercial teams, customers and distributors to identify potential risks, share safe handling information and promote responsible use of MEGlobal products.
The company also maintains clear standards identifying unsupported uses of EG, which are incorporated into its sales contracts. Regular visits with distributors help reinforce these expectations and ensure safe handling practices are understood.
MEGlobal’s commitment to stewardship also extends to employee safety. Earlier this year, the company’s Prentiss site received Veolia’s Return on Safety Award for its proactive approach to managing chemical exposure risks, including strengthening personal protective equipment requirements beyond minimum standards.
“Responsible Care is about continuously looking for ways to do better,” said Angela Ryan, MEGlobal Integrated Supply Chair Director, Americas. “Whether we’re improving safety practices at our facilities or working with a distributor on the other side of the world, we’re focused on making sure our products are managed responsibly and the people who work with them have the information they need to stay safe.”
The CIAC Responsible Care Awards recognize Canadian chemistry companies whichdemonstrate leadership in environmental protection, health, safety and responsible product management. Visit CIAC – Chemistry Industry Association of Canada for more information about the Responsible Care Awards.
About MEGlobal
MEGlobal is part of the MEGlobal group of companies who take pride in responsibly leading the world in the manufacture, supply and marketing of ethylene glycol (EG), a cornerstone product that helps improve lives globally.
The MEGlobal group of companies began in 2004 and has locations in Canada, the United States, the Netherlands, Mexico, Brazil, China and Singapore. The MEGlobal group of companies employs a diverse group of more than 300 employees.
As subsidiaries of EQUATE Petrochemical Company K.S.C.C. (EQUATE), the MEGlobal group of companies are part of the EQUATE Group, headquartered in Kuwait. Visit www.meglobal.biz for more information.
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