Pioneer Energy LP (formerly Pioneer Petroleums) is a gas retailer and convenience store operator, with locations in Ontario, Canada. Founded by Murray Hogarth in 1956, it is headquartered in Burlington, Ontario.[1] It is a subsidiary of Parkland Fuel Corporation.
History
Murray Hogarth graduated from Queen's University and worked at Gulf Canada Limited learning the petroleum business.[2] After three years Hogarth quit his job and founded his own private brand service station business in 1956.[2] The first of the Pioneer Petroleums stations was opened on November 29, 1956 and is located at 859 Upper James St. in Hamilton, Ontario.[2]
In 2011, Pioneer Petroleums changed their brand name to Pioneer Energy LP.