IN THE COMMUNITY

Making a difference in our community fuels our passion to get involved!
MacDonnell Fuels is committed to supporting causes that matter to our customers, our employees and our communities. We aim to make a difference through corporate donations, sponsorships and the volunteer spirit of our employees. Below are a few of the ways through which we strive to give back to the communities we serve.

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Sponsorship and Funding Opportunities

Welcome to MacDonnell Fuels, where community support is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in giving back to the communities we serve. If you are a local sports team, organizing an event, or fundraising for a good cause, we invite you to apply for sponsorship support from MacDonnell Fuels.

Our sponsorship program is designed to support initiatives that align with our values and contribute to the community. Whether it’s supporting youth, sports, local events or fundraising efforts, we are committed to making a difference.

To apply for sponsorship, please fill out the online application form with details about your organization, event or fundraising campaign. We review applications on a rolling basis and strive to support as many causes as possible. Please note that while we would love to support every request, we have limited resources and may not be able to fulfill all requests received.

At MacDonnell Fuels, we are proud to be a part of your community and we look forward to working with you to make a meaningful impact. Thank you for considering us as a partner in your endeavors.

OUR HISTORY

MacDonnell Fuels has been a local fuel distribution company in the area for almost 6 decades. Our mission has always been to stay focused on good, old-fashioned customer service, with speedy delivery and quality products.

1950’s

1959-1964

Gary MacDonnell was a farm agent for White Rose. Gary travelled all over Grey/Bruce in his 1956 Chev.

1960’s

1964

In 1964 Shell purchased White Rose, so MacDonnell Fuels became a farm agent for Shell Canada. Gary would load out of the Shell Marine Bulk Plant, located on the shore of the Owen Sound Harbour.

Back in those days the fuel was brought into the Owen Sound Harbour by boat and unloaded into the massive tanks that lined the harbour.

1980’s

1981

In late 1981 MacDonnell Fuels took over the management of the then Shell Bulk Plant. That consisted of eight 175,000 liter tanks that supplied all four popular petroleum products.

Mid - 80s

In the mid 80’s, through acquisitions, MacDonnell Fuels became the one and only Shell branded Agent in the area.

Late - 80s

In the late 80’s MacDonnell Fuels supplied as many as 18 Service Stations.

1987

In 1987, Gary’s son Steve joined the family business, followed by his daughter Mary Jo in 1991, making it truly a family-run business.

1990’s

1990

In 1990, MacDonnell Fuels purchased their 1st B-Train, that travelled to Toronto daily to pickup fuel for their own delivery trucks and to supply their Cardlock.

1998

In 1998, MacDonnell Fuels relocated to their present location in Rockford, and setup a Bulk Plant and 24 hour Cardlock system.

2000’s

2012

MacDonnell Fuels launched into the Propane Supply business in 2012. Recognizing that the demand for furnace oil was on the decline, they purchased a Propane Truck and at present, we have many propane customers, and had to have a second delivery truck.

Present

Today MacDonnell Fuels employs a team of full-time dedicated employees and own a fleet of trucks, servicing thousands of satisfied customers. Our fleet currently has 4 propane trucks and 6 Fuel Trucks, as well as 2 B-Trains