Chemistry provides solutions to society’s most pressing challenges from climate change to a stronger economy to clean water and modern, active lifestyles.

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Read about CIAC’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the development of our new Plastics Division, our work with governments, partners and stakeholders and more in our 2020 Year in Review, available now.

2020 Year in Review

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Canada’s chemistry industry shares Canadians’ concerns on the impacts of a changing climate and the urgency of reducing emissions in line with scientific evidence and Canada’s international commitments. In 2019, the federal government committed to the goal of net-zero carbon emissions for all of Canada by 2050. Achieving this will require chemistry-based solutions.

Chemistry industry Vital to achieving Canada’s net-zero emissions targets

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Plastics enable our modern way of life, and we’re committed to working towards a world where plastic never becomes waste. We need smart solutions to eliminate plastic waste that focus on recycling and recovering plastics. Governments of all levels must continue to work with industry to support these innovative solutions.

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CIAC and its members are dedicated to reducing and successfully managing plastic waste while transitioning into an efficient, circular economy. We have an innovative, effective approach that prioritizes extending product life cycles, extracting maximum value from resources in use, recovering plastic materials at the end of their service life, and getting as much value as possible from plastic products.

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2020 Year in Review

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Chemistry industry Vital to achieving Canada’s net-zero emissions targets

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Welcome to the Chemistry Industry
Association of Canada

CIAC proudly represents Canada’s chemistry 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.