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April 13, 2026
Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is investing more than $150 million in the Co-op Refinery Complex’s (CRC) 2026 Turnaround. Over approximately 54 days, areas of the Refinery will be taken down for repairs, maintenance and upgrades as part of the annual project. The investment is an integral part of ensuring that the facility continues to operate safely and reliably.
“Turnaround is an important event for our Refinery and has a significant economic impact in the local community each year,” said Heather Ryan, FCL CEO. “In 2026, the financial resources invested in our Refinery will create about 1,600 temporary jobs as we update and upgrade our facility. The Turnaround project is an annual investment in our future, as we work together to ensure the facility continues to safely and reliably Fuel Western Canada.”
At its peak, the Turnaround workforce will see more than 1,500 people on site each day. With the increased activity, CRC’s security provider will manage the area around Fleet Street and McDonald Street to safely control traffic entering and exiting the site.
“Turnaround is a critically important time for us every year. It is an opportunity to enhance our facility and for heightened awareness as we safely execute our plans,” said Ryan Koshykowski, General Manager, Refinery Operations. “We are committed to working with our people, partners and local community as we safely complete this project and set our team up for future success.”
The Refinery wants to remind all stakeholders that if they have questions or concerns regarding Turnaround, they can reach out to crc.publicaffairs@fcl.crs. The CRC also wants to ensure the public is aware that peak traffic hours will occur between 5 and 7:30 a.m. and 4 and 7:30 p.m., as workers come and go during shift change.