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McDougall Energy and McDougall Transportation Acquire Meridian Fuels and Northern Freight & Logistics
February 11, 2026
McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) and McDougall Transportation Inc. (“McDougall Transportation”) are pleased to announce the acquisition of Meridian Fuels and Northern…
Why furnace maintenance matters for homeowners
December 16, 2025
Reliable home heating isn’t just a convenience for homeowners – it’s a necessity. Here in Ontario, we know that long…
How to choose the right heating system for your home
December 16, 2025
As fellow rural homeowners, we understand that a reliable heating system isn’t a luxury, it’s essential for keeping your home…
McDougall Energy Gives Back this Holiday Season with a $75,000 Donation to Charities Across Ontario
December 15, 2025
Driven by compassion and a commitment to strengthen communities, McDougall Energy is proud to announce a $75,000 donation to 23…
Local Organizations Receive $20,000 from McDougall Energy
November 20, 2025
At McDougall Energy, we believe that strong communities are built on care, dedication, and a shared commitment to helping one…
Winter’s coming, is your furnace ready?
October 23, 2025
We’ve been through a few Ontario winters. Trust us, now’s the time to prep. Winter in Ontario doesn’t mess around,…
Fuel delivery made simple
October 23, 2025
Stay warm and save money with McDougall Energy this winter. When the cold sets in and the snow starts falling,…
McDougall Energy Supports Students with Donations to Back-to-School Campaigns in Ontario
October 1, 2025
This year, McDougall Energy supported local students as they prepared for the academic year by donating funds to four Back-to-School…
Dodsley Propane and Dowler-Karn are now McDougall Energy
September 8, 2025
Beginning September 8, 2025, Dodsley Propane and Dowler-Karn, Divisions of McDougall Energy Inc., will start operating exclusively as McDougall Energy….
Fuelling the Game: McDougall Energy Teams Up with Soo Greyhounds for Jersey Partnership
September 3, 2025
McDougall Energy is proud to announce a historic partnership with the Soo Greyhounds, as the team’s first-ever jersey sponsor. This…
McDougall Energy Celebrates 14 Years Among Canada’s Best Managed Companies
May 7, 2025
McDougall Energy is proud to announce it has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 14th consecutive…
Federal Carbon Tax – Ending March 31, 2025
March 27, 2025
On March 15, 2025, the Federal Government announced that it would be removing the fuel charge (Carbon Tax) from Canada’s…
McDougall Energy Brightens Holiday Season with $86,000 Donation to Food Security Programs Across Ontario
December 10, 2024
In a heartfelt effort to uplift communities in Ontario, McDougall Energy has donated $86,000 to local charities dedicated to fighting…
McDougall Energy Donates $25,000 to Support YMCA in Sault Ste. Marie
November 19, 2024
McDougall Energy is proud to announce its support for the Sault Ste. Marie YMCA with a donation of $25,000, reinforcing…
McDougall Energy Acquires Timmins-based Propane Supplier Nasco Propane
November 1, 2024
McDougall Energy is pleased to announce its acquisition of NASCO Propane (“Nasco”), a leading residential and commercial propane supplier in…
McDougall Energy Donates Backpacks to Local Students in Need
August 30, 2024
This August, McDougall Energy supported local students as they prepared for back-to-school by donating funds to pack 75 backpacks for…
Edward Fuels is now McDougall Energy
May 22, 2024
Beginning May 29, 2024, Edward Fuels, A Division of McDougall Energy Inc., will begin operating exclusively as McDougall Energy. Since…
McDougall Energy Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
May 14, 2024
McDougall Energy is proud to announce it has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2024. This award…
Federal Carbon Tax – 2024 Update
March 21, 2024
The Federal Government, through its Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act, charges a carbon tax on all fuel consumed in Canada….
What a Gas. Fuelling Life with Propane
March 20, 2024
Many people may not think much about propane until the barbeque runs out, the steaks are on the grill, and…
Manitoba Fuel Tax Holiday – Notice
December 19, 2023
Effective January 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024, there will be a Fuel Tax Holiday in Manitoba. The Fuel Tax…
McDougall Energy Donates $10,000 to Christmas Cheer
December 13, 2023
McDougall Energy hopes to brighten the holidays for local children, families, and individuals with a $10,000 donation to Christmas Cheer…
McDougall Energy Spreads Holiday Cheer, Donating $86,000 to Local Charities across Ontario
December 7, 2023
McDougall Energy has donated $86,000 to 37 charities that are supporting youth, families, and individuals in need this holiday season….
Federal Carbon Tax Exemption for Heating Oil
November 9, 2023
On October 26, 2023, the Prime Minister of Canada announced that the government is granting a temporary three-year carbon tax…
McDougall Energy Receives Impact Award from Convenience Store News Canada
September 8, 2023
McDougall Energy is proud to receive the Impact Award for Community Service/Local Impact/Giving Back from Convenience Store News Canada. The Convenience…
Davis Fuels is now McDougall Energy
August 20, 2023
Starting September 1, 2023, Davis Fuels, A Division of McDougall Energy Inc., will begin operating exclusively as McDougall Energy. Since McDougall…
McDougall Energy Celebrates 12th Year Among Canada’s Best Managed Companies
May 9, 2023
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (May 9, 2023) – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is proud to be recognized for its…
McDougall Energy Awarded for Community Investment in Sault Ste. Marie
March 30, 2023
On March 25, the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (“SSMCOC”) celebrated innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship, as it hosted its…
McDougall Energy Awarded Company of the Year by Northern Ontario Business
January 17, 2023
McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as Company of the Year (51+…
Local Organizations Receive $8,000 from Edward Fuels, A Division of McDougall Energy Inc.
December 16, 2022
Edward Fuels, A Division of McDougall Energy Inc. (“Edward Fuels”) has donated $8,000 toward four local organizations supporting individuals and…
McDougall Energy Spreads Holiday Cheer, Donating $50,000 to Local Charities across Ontario
December 15, 2022
McDougall Energy Inc. has donated $50,000 toward 16 charities across Ontario supporting children, families, and individuals in need this holiday…
McDougall Energy Donates $10,000 to Christmas Cheer
December 13, 2022
McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) hopes to brighten the holidays for local children, families, and individuals with a $10,000 donation to…
Manitoulin Fuels is now McDougall Energy
July 29, 2022
McDougall Energy acquired Manitoulin-based fuel supplier and HVAC contractor, Manitoulin Fuels Limited (“Manitoulin Fuels”) in 2020, officially becoming A Division…
McDougall Energy Wins Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce Beyond Sault Ste. Marie Award
June 21, 2022
On June 16, 2022, the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (“SSMCOC”) celebrated entrepreneurship, innovation, and local business savvy, as…
McDougall Energy Recognized as One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
May 10, 2022
PRESS RELEASE Sault Ste. Marie, ON (May 10, 2022) – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is proud to be recognized…
The Federal Carbon Tax – What You Need to Know
March 31, 2022
On April 1, 2019, the Federal Government implemented a Carbon Tax on fuel in the provinces of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, New…
Benefits of Digital Technology in Agricultural Business
March 21, 2022
Agricultural businesses, from large-scale farming operations to single-location greenhouses, face many challenges. One of the biggest is failing to modernize…
McDougall Energy Inc. Announces Completion of Dowler-Karn Acquisition
February 28, 2022
PRESS RELEASE Sault Ste. Marie, ON (February 28, 2022): Two of Ontario’s largest family-owned fuel and lubricant distributors have finalized…
McDougall Energy donates $9,000 to Kingston Community Organizations
December 1, 2021
McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) has donated $9,000 toward three local organizations in Kingston, Ontario. Donations have been distributed to Gananoque…
McDougall Energy Inc. announces an agreement in principle to acquire the business interests of Dowler-Karn
October 29, 2021
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (October 29, 2021):McDougall Energy Inc. and Group of Companies (“McDougall Energy”) is excited to announce that an agreement in principle has been…
Dodsley Propane reaches deal to join McDougall Energy Inc.
October 29, 2021
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (October 29, 2021): McDougall Energy Inc. and Group of Companies (“McDougall Energy”) is pleased to announce…
Switching to Propane Heating is Easy and Affordable
October 20, 2021
Convert your home or business and see the benefits With awareness of climate change at an all-time high, the use…
McDougall Energy acquires Vieira Fuels expanding customer base in Hamilton, Ontario
October 15, 2021
October 2021 marks the official acquisition of Hamilton-based Vieira Fuels by McDougall Energy Inc. Vieira Fuels will now operate fully…
McDougall Energy acquires Vieira Fuels in Hamilton, Ontario
October 15, 2021
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (October 15, 2021) – McDougall Energy Inc. is pleased to announce the official acquisition of Vieira…
Propane, a cost-effective energy solution for your home or business
June 7, 2021
June 7th is International Propane Day, the perfect time to learn more about the many uses of clean, affordable and…
Kingston based Rosen Energy Group Inc. reaches deal to join the McDougall Energy family
May 17, 2021
Sault Ste. Marie and Kingston, ON (May 17, 2021): Two of Ontario’s longstanding fuel and lubricant distribution businesses have come…
New Esso site now open in Niagara Falls with the help of McDougall Energy
May 14, 2021
McDougall Energy recently partnered with a Retail Dealer customer to help build and open a new site in Niagara Falls,…
McDougall Energy Among Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 10th Year
May 5, 2021
May 5, 2021 (Sault Ste. Marie, ON) – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is honoured to be recognized for the…
McDougall Energy Helps “FalloRick Home to Home” Run 4200km for Children in Need
April 6, 2021
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (April 6, 2021): McDougall Energy Inc. (McDougall Energy) and Imperial Oil’s Esso™ Community Program have donated…
McDougall Energy enhances propane supply for Manitoulin Island
February 2, 2021
February 2, 2021 – McDougall Energy recently increased its propane storage capacity on Manitoulin Island, Ontario with the installation of a…
Feature Article: Generational Business – Growth on the horizon for Sault energy company
January 6, 2021
Darren McDougall, President of McDougall Energy Inc., recently spoke with Northern Ontario Business for its Generational Business feature. McDougall Energy is a third-generation…
Organizations in Kincardine, Goderich, Walkerton & Huron County get $25,000 from McDougall Energy & Edward Fuels
December 18, 2020
Goderich, ON (December 18, 2020): Together with the Esso™ Community Program, McDougall Energy Inc. and Edward Fuels (a Division of…
Owen Sound Fire Fighters Get $5,000 from McDougall Energy Towards Christmas Toy Drive
December 18, 2020
Owen Sound, ON (December 18, 2020): McDougall Energy Inc. (McDougall Energy) and Imperial Oil’s Esso™ Community Program have donated $5,000…
McDougall Energy donates $20,000 to Sudbury, Timmins and Manitoulin Organizations
December 17, 2020
Sudbury, Timmins, and Manitoulin/Little Current, ON (December 17, 2020): McDougall Energy Inc. and Imperial Oil’s Esso™ Community Program have donated…
Local Organizations Receive $15,000 from McDougall Energy and Davis Fuels this Christmas (Burford/St. George)
December 16, 2020
Burford and St. George, ON (December 16, 2020): Together with the Esso™ Community Program, McDougall Energy Inc. and Davis Fuels…
Community Care, St. Catharines & Thorold Receives $5,000 from McDougall Energy for the Holidays
December 16, 2020
St. Catharines and Thorold, ON (December 16, 2020): McDougall Energy Inc. (McDougall Energy) and Imperial Oil’s Esso™ Community Program have…
McDougall Energy helps ACES Waste Management (Muskoka) Ltd. fuel their fleet
December 15, 2020
ACES Waste Management (Muskoka) Ltd. in Bracebridge, Ontario, recently installed a new cardlock system linked to a 61,000L fuel tank…
McDougall Energy Gives $30,000 to Local Christmas Cheer Organizations (Sault Ste. Marie/Thessalon)
December 11, 2020
Sault Ste. Marie and Thessalon, ON (December 11, 2020): McDougall Energy Inc. (McDougall Energy) and Imperial Oil’s Esso™ Community Program…
BCT Solutions fuels up with the help of McDougall Energy
November 3, 2020
Brantford, ON (November 3, 2020) – McDougall Energy’s Business Markets team recently partnered with BCT Solutions to install a new…
St. Catharines Welcomes New Esso Dealer
October 15, 2020
As a new Esso™ Dealer, Rick Chohan is excited to be part of the St. Catharines community thanks to the…
Preparing your home for colder weather
September 30, 2020
It’s officially sweater weather, and as Canadians, we know it can change to winter parkas practically overnight. We rely on…
McDougall Energy: Three Generations of Growth & Success
September 22, 2020
Convenience & Carwash Canada featured McDougall Energy Inc. in the Sept/Oct Issue and gave us the opportunity to tell our story. Our third-generation…
Together, we’re protecting each other
July 22, 2020
Throughout COVID-19, McDougall Energy has maintained essential services to our home, business, dealer and retail customers by following strict health…
McDougall Energy Team Helps Open New Esso Location in the GTA
July 14, 2020
Our Auto Dealer team helps Dealers prepare to open and manage new Esso, Pump and unbranded retail sites across Ontario,…
Edward Fuels joins the McDougall Energy family
June 29, 2020
SAULT STE. MARIE, ON (June 29, 2020): Two of Ontario’s family-owned fuel and lubricant distribution businesses have finalized an agreement…
McDougall Energy brings high-quality Esso Diesel to Great Canadian Coaches
May 20, 2020
McDougall Energy’s Business Markets team recently partnered with Great Canadian Coaches, a company that operates a full motorcoach division with…
McDougall Energy Makes a Big Move to Better Serve Sudbury Area Customers
May 5, 2020
With nearly double the space and added convenience, McDougall Energy customers in the Sudbury area will benefit from the recent…
Phone Scam Alert
May 4, 2020
There have been recent reports of customers receiving fraudulent phone calls from people claiming to be with McDougall Energy and…
McDougall Energy’s Retail Team is Now in Alberta
April 21, 2020
McDougall Energy Inc. is now in Alberta to help customers build and sustain a prosperous fuel and convenience retailing business….
Free Offers for First Responders, Health Care Workers and Transportation Drivers at McDougall Energy Retail Sites
April 6, 2020
*Please note: this free offer program ended in June 2020* April 6, 2020: McDougall Energy would like to show its…
Our Health & Safety Commitment to You: COVID-19
March 17, 2020
Our Health & Safety Commitment to You Along with the rest of Canada, McDougall Energy Inc. is closely monitoring the…
McDougall Energy Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for Ninth Consecutive Year
March 5, 2020
Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 5, 2020: McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) is proud to be recognized as a 2020…
McDougall Energy Awarded Business of the Year from Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce
February 2, 2020
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – March 2, 2020: On Saturday, February 29, McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) was awarded an…
McDougall Energy Donates $3000 to Thessalon Lions Club to Help Fill Christmas Hampers
December 19, 2019
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – December 19, 2019: McDougall Energy Inc. is pleased to donate $3000 to the Thessalon Lions…
Christmas Cheer Receives $10,000 from McDougall Energy to Help Those in Need
December 19, 2019
McDougall Energy Inc. hopes to brighten the holidays for local families and individuals with a donation of $10,000 to the…
McDougall Energy Donates $7500 to Women’s House Serving Bruce and Grey
December 4, 2019
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario – December 4, 2019: McDougall Energy Inc. is pleased to announce a $7500 donation to Women’s…
McDougall Energy Donates $5000 to the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter
December 2, 2019
SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario – McDougall Energy is pleased to announce a $5000 donation to the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter…
McDougall Energy and the Esso Community Program donates $10,000 towards the Wikwemikong Food Bank to help local families
October 15, 2019
MANITOULIN ISLAND, ON; October 15, 2019 – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) and Imperial’s Esso Community Program announced a $10,000…
McDougall Energy and the Esso Community Program Support NSHN Auxiliary Richards Landing – Matthews with $2500 Towards New Defibrillator
May 9, 2019
SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario – McDougall Energy, in partnership with Imperial’s Esso Community Program, is pleased to announce a $2500…
McDougall Energy Opens First Site Operating the Circle K Brand
May 3, 2019
McDougall Energy Inc. (MEI) is pleased to welcome our first site to be operating the Circle K brand, located at…
McDougall Energy Participates in 2019 VIEA Business Match
March 26, 2019
On March 11 to March 13, McDougall Energy Inc. (MEI) participated in the 2019 Vancouver Island Economic Alliance (VIEA) Business…
The Federal Carbon Tax and MEI – What you Need to Know
March 25, 2019
On April 1, 2019 the Federal Government will implement a carbon tax on fuel in the provinces of Saskatchewan, Manitoba,…
McDougall Energy Receives Canada’s Best Managed Companies Honour for Eighth Consecutive Year
March 7, 2019
Sault Ste. Marie Based McDougall Energy Maintains Platinum Member Status Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 7, 2019 – McDougall…
McDougall Energy Wins Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce Beyond Borders Award
January 26, 2019
SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario, January 26, 2019– The Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (“SSMCOC”) celebrated innovation, creativity, leadership and…
McDougall Energy and Esso Community Program Announce $10,000 Gold Level Sponsorship of the Ontario Special Olympics
December 5, 2018
SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario, December 5, 2018 – McDougall Energy together with Imperial’s Esso Community Program, are pleased to sponsor…
McDougall Energy Launches New Customer-Focused Website
September 27, 2018
McDougall Energy is pleased to announce the launch of our new website www.mcdougallenergy.com, featuring a brand new look, more information on our…
McDougall Energy Inc. signs Branded Wholesaler Agreement with Husky
August 28, 2018
SAULT STE. MARIE, Ontario, August 29, 2018 – McDougall Energy Inc. (“McDougall Energy”) announced today that it has entered into…
McDougall Energy Customers Can Soon Earn PC Optimum Points at our Esso Retail Locations – Article in Mclean’s Magazine
June 1, 2018
June 2018 – Anticipated to launch this summer, the Esso and Mobil PC Optimum Loyalty Program will allow PC Optimum…
McDougall Energy Achieves Best Managed Platinum Member Status
March 8, 2018
Homegrown family business distinguished with one of Canada’s Best Managed highest honours Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 8, 2018 –…
Davis Fuels joins McDougall Energy Family
December 31, 2017
SAULT STE. MARIE, ON- Keeping it all in the family; two family-owned fuel and lubricant distribution businesses have agreed to…
McDougall Energy Inc. acquires Pepco Corp.’s Owen Sound business
November 19, 2017
SAULT STE. MARIE, ON – November 29, 2017 – McDougall Energy Inc. (McDougall Energy), a third generation family-owned business, is…
McDougall Energy Maintains National Recognition with Gold Standard Win
March 9, 2017
Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 9, 2017 – McDougall Energy Inc. has once again requalified as a Gold Standard winner…
McDougall Energy Becomes National Partner to Aboriginal Business Match
November 8, 2016
NOV 8, 2016 – The McDougall Energy team (Scot Powers, Linda Thompson and Karl Zwirner) in attendance at the Aboriginal…
McDougall Energy Maintains Status as Best Managed Gold Requalified Company
March 9, 2016
Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 9, 2016– McDougall Energy Inc. has been named a winner of Canada’s Best Managed…