Founded in Montréal in 1933, CIPH is a pan-Canadian not-for-profit trade association. The Mission of CIPH 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.
Our Membership
- Manufacturers
- Wholesaler distributors
- Master distributors
- Manufacturers' agents
- Allied companies who manufacture and distribute:
- Plumbing
- Heating
- Hydronic
- Industrial PVF
- Waterworks
- Other mechanical products
Mission
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.
Objectives
CIPH achieves its mission by setting measurable objectives and working hard to deliver value to members:
- Build a membership that represents the plumbing and heating industry, nationally and regionally.
- Grow our influence on government policies and on industry codes and standards in co-operation with our industry partners.
- Provide industry education and career training opportunities.
- Provide meaningful management information and industry statistics.
- Promote the image of the industry through public relations and networking.
The National Voice of the Canadian Plumbing & Hydronic Heating Industry Since 1933
History
CIPH was established in Montréal of 1933 when founding members recognized the need to lobby the government of Canada to amend the Dominion Housing Act to encourage renovation and housing starts. As individuals, they had little influence but collectively the voice of the industry could be heard.
On February 8, 1933 CIPH was officially incorporated. Ivan Leger of James Robertson Company was appointed the first President of the Institute. The nine founding members left a legacy of purpose and commitment that continues to this day.
