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Best LED Lighting Solutions for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
The global shift toward energy efficiency and sustainability is no longer a trend but it is a necessity. As industries, governments and urban infrastructure move toward reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions…
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STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities
In a market where speed, flexibility, and reliability have become essential, STA Boxes is reaching a major milestone in its growth journey.
The Quebec-based family business is proud to announce its move into facilities nearly four times larger, expanding from 2,200 to 8,000 square feet. This strategic move will allow the company to better meet rapidly growing demand.
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Best LED Lighting Solutions for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability
The global shift toward energy efficiency and sustainability is no longer a trend but it is a necessity. As industries, governments and urban infrastructure move toward reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions… Read More…
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Choosing the Right Electrode Boiler Configuration
October 30, 2026 Horizontal and vertical immersed-electrode designs, along with vertical jet-type boilers, provide different advantages depending on whether the application requires steam or hot water, the necessary output, and the physical limitations of the installation High-voltage electrode boilers are now available at outputs extending well into the tens of megawatts, placing them in major… Read More…
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What Can be Done to Combat Copper Theft?
October 30, 2026 Patience Cathcart, Public Safety Officer, Electrical Safety Authority talks about the issues facing communities like Windsor-Essex and what residents and businesses can do to protect themselves Source Read More…
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From Blueprint to Smart Home: Getting Integration Right
October 30, 2026 Smart home technology is becoming an increasingly important part of modern construction, but too often, automation is considered only after a project is already underway. What happens when smart technology is brought into the conversation too late, and how can builders, architects, and integrators work together to deliver better results? In this… Read More…
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In-Sure® Lever Connectors:What the Pros Say
In-Sure® Lever Connectors from IDEAL Electrical offer a quick splicing solution for wire terminations, saving you time and the strain of constant twisting. These compact connectors fit into cramped junction boxes, while the convenient reusability (flip the lever to release the conductors) makes rework a breeze.
But while lever connectors are widely used across Europe, some North American electricians are less familiar with lever-type connectors. To help bridge that gap, we sent our lever connectors to real electricians across North America and asked them to weigh in. How do IDEAL® lever connectors compare to competitor options? What should pros expect from the quality, convenience, and performance of In-Sure Lever Connectors? Learn More
Canadian Climate Institute: New federal Support for Home Retrofits will give Modest Boost to Affordability and Electrification, but more Action Needed
The federal government’s new retrofit program will reduce up-front costs for Canadians, drive electrification and energy efficiency improvements, and cut emissions from Canadian homes.
Sachi Gibson, Research Director of Mitigation at the Canadian Climate Institute, made the following statement in response to the federal government’s announcement of new funding and programming to support home energy retrofits:
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Things Just Got Un’Reel: Nexans Brings MobiwayTM Un’Reel Connect to Canada
Nexans MobiwayTM Un’Reel Connect introduces a smarter, safer, and more efficient way to handle cable reels on job sites. Designed with 360° self-spinning technology, Un’Reel Connect allows a single person to easily move, track, and install cable without the need for reel stands or additional tools. The integrated Nexans Ultracker™ System provides enhanced reel traceability, while its ergonomic design helps reduce handling risks and musculoskeletal strain. By improving productivity, reducing equipment requirements, and eliminating reel disposal costs through its returnable design, Un’Reel Connect delivers a cost-effective and sustainable cabling solution.
EV Charging and Local Energy Management: The Y-Split EVSE+EMS Architecture in Light of the New Chapter V
By Arnaldo Attallah, P.Eng. (retired), M.Sc.
The regulatory context
The electric vehicle fleet is growing faster than residential electrical services were ever sized to accommodate. A significant share of Québec’s housing stock was connected to the grid at a time when no one anticipated that a household would one day add a continuous load of several kilowatts just to charge a car.
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The 3-in-1 Device That Simplifies Every LED Install
With DimDrive+, your clients get full control with two toggles on a single device — one to dial brightness from high to low, one to shift colour temperature from warm to cool, no separate driver to hide. Just a clean, finished install that gives your client full control right from the wall.
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 76 — Temporary Wiring
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 74 — Airport installations
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 70 & Section 72
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 68 — Pools, Tubs, and Spas
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 66 — Amusement Parks, Midways, Carnivals
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition: Section 64 — Renewable Energy Systems
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Premier Ford and Prime Minister Carney Launch New Action Plan to Protect Workers from Tariffs and Strengthen Ontario Industries
October 30, 2026 The world is changing rapidly. In the face of U.S. tariffs and growing global uncertainty, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our strength at home, diversifying our trading relationships abroad and making strategic investments to build a stronger, more independent and more resilient economy. “Working in partnership… Read More…
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Ontario Breaks Ground on New Emergency Department at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital in Petrolia
October 30, 2026 The Ontario government has officially broken ground on Bluewater Health’s Rural Health Capital Improvement Project at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital in Petrolia. Supported by a provincial investment of more than $17 million, the project will renovate over 8,200 square feet of existing space and help deliver on the province’s goal to connect… Read More…
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Canada and New Brunswick Invest in a New Wastewater Treatment Facility in Rothesay
October 30, 2026 The Government of Canada is using every tool at its disposal, leveraging technology, innovation and partnerships, to build homes at scale. To that end, the Governments of Canada and New Brunswick, in partnership with the Town of Rothesay, have announced a joint investment of more than $28 million in two projects to… Read More…
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Canada and Manitoba Partner to Build Infrastructure
October 30, 2026 Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the infrastructure that people and communities rely on every day. To that end, the governments of Canada and Manitoba have finalized two agreements under the Provincial and Territorial stream of the Build Communities Strong Fund to build and renew infrastructure in Manitoba. Manitoba will receive… Read More…
Federal Government Invests in Rural Transit Projects for Communities Across British Columbia
Rural and remote communities in British Columbia, including the Village of Pemberton, will receive a boost for transit projects following an investment of more than $10.6 million from the federal government.
These projects were announced by Patrick Weiler, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky Country, who was accompanied by his Worship Mike Richman, Mayor of the Village of Pemberton.
Electrical Industry News Week
This special weekly digest has the broadest reach of those that are involved in all aspects of the electrical industry including electrical construction and maintenance professionals and electrical specifying engineers across Canada. EIN is designed to provide electrical professionals with insight and intelligence on developments in the industry that impact design, specification, and the installation of electrical equipment. From corporate news to new technologies and insightful opinions, EIN will become your first read in the electrical industry in Canada. Published weekly – every Tuesday
