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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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  • 2027 Canadian LED Lighting Trends: Navigating New Regulations, Dark Sky Compliance, and Re-Retrofits

    2027 Canadian LED Lighting Trends: Navigating New Regulations, Dark Sky Compliance, and Re-Retrofits

    November 5, 2026 The Canadian commercial lighting sector is undergoing its most significant regulatory transformation in over a decade. For electrical contractors, engineers, and distributors across Canada, the days of relying on legacy, commodity LEDs are over. Entering 2027, a combination of strict regional building code updates, federal phase-outs, and evolving dark-sky protections are redefining… Read More…

  • Best LED Lighting Solutions for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

    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…

  • Choosing the Right Electrode Boiler Configuration

    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…

  • What Can be Done to Combat Copper Theft?

    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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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

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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.

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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.

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  • BCCSA Invests $100,000 to Strengthen BC’s Future Construction Workforce

    BCCSA Invests $100,000 to Strengthen BC’s Future Construction Workforce

    November 5, 2026 The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) is pleased to recognize a generous $100,000 contribution from the BC Construction Safety Alliance (BCCSA) Research, Development, and Opportunity Fund (RDO Fund) in support of Honour the Work, a national initiative dedicated to introducing young people to the skilled trades and building awareness of career opportunities… Read More…

  • New Tool in New Brunswick Proposed to Encourage Development of Vacant Properties

    New Tool in New Brunswick Proposed to Encourage Development of Vacant Properties

    November 5, 2026 The government has introduced amendments to the Local Governance Act that, if passed, would give local governments the authority to develop and impose a vacant property levy. “Local governments have been asking for more tools to help put vacant properties to better use,” said Local Government Minister Aaron Kennedy, who is also… Read More…

  • TechnoVE EcoWatt Program

    TechnoVE EcoWatt Program

    November 5, 2026 TechnoVE believes that every charge can have a positive impact, for the environment and for your wallet. That’s why they have created the EcoWatt Program: an exclusive initiative that allows you to make the most of your energy consumption while contributing to the ecological transition. Requirements Terminal compatibility: To perform this update,… Read More…

  • Foresta’s Carbon Rewards Program is Coming Soon to Quebec

    Foresta’s Carbon Rewards Program is Coming Soon to Quebec

    Live in Quebec and have an eligible Wallbox charger? Earn approximately CAD $0.13 per eligible kWh when you charge your electric vehicle at home with the Foresta Home Rewards Program. Join the Foresta community on Facebook to ask questions, connect with other users and stay informed about the launch. Join the Foresta Facebook group How… 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.

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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