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Moncton Coliseum Welcomed Record Breaking Trade Event
The 2026 MEET (Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology) Show made its highly anticipated biennial return…
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EHRC Destination Trade Program for Third and Fourth-Year Apprentices
May 14, 2026 Providing financial incentives of up to $5,000 to employers who create new Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities for third and fourth-year apprentices. Electricity Human Resources Canada’s (EHRC) Destination Trade program is Canada’s third- or fourth-year apprentice work placement initiative for the electricity industry, providing wage subsidies of up to $5,000 to small to Read More…
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Record Attendance Marks Strong Return for MEET 2026
May 14, 2026 By Electro Federation Canada The Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) show saw a powerful return to Moncton, NB on May 6-7, setting a new attendance record with 7,532 participants attending the two-day event. The biennial show, now in its 26th edition, is touted as the premier industry trade show in the region Read More…
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LLM Cybersecurity Is Now a Construction Cybersecurity Problem
May 14, 2026 By Melvin Newman, PataBid CEO In a previous article, we covered how to write effective AI prompts and the real productivity benefits LLMs (large language models) can bring to construction estimating and operations. If you haven’t read it yet, it’s worth starting there. This article picks up where that one left off, Read More…
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Smart Planning and Innovation Drive Success in Winnipeg Retrofit
May 14, 2026 The Darling Ingredients retrofit project recently wrapped in Winnipeg—and it’s already being hailed as a model for future upgrades across the company’s North American facilities. Black & McDonald’s electrical division was tasked with replacing the motor control centres (MCCs) at the rendering plant, a high-stakes environment where downtime simply isn’t an option. Read More…
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IPEX Scepter® RBox™ PVC Round Electrical Box
The Scepter® RBox™ is IPEX’s upgraded round electrical box designed as the next generation of the OB15, making installations faster, easier, and more reliable. Built from high‑impact, corrosion‑resistant PVC, it’s fully non‑metallic and ready for wet‑location use. It also includes several contractor‑driven improvements that boost durability, capacity, and convenience.
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Engineered for Strength. Trusted for Power. Nexans ACWU90
Nexans ACWU90 cable is a reliable power cable designed for low voltage electrical distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Rated for 600 volts, it features an aluminum conductor with durable cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation suitable for wet or dry locations. Approved for direct burial and use in raceways, ACWU90 offers excellent mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and long service life, making it a practical and versatile solution for a wide range of installation environments.
ESA: Increase Plan Review Threshold for Distributed Energy Resources (DER) from 10kW to 12kW
This proposed change intends to reflect the current industry trend towards increasing standard equipment sizes of inverters, commonly reaching values greater than 10kW, and supports harmonization within the industry. The OEB (Ontario Energy Board) issued proposed amendments in October 2025 which included increasing the maximum threshold capacity for a micro-embedded generation facility to 12kW.
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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.
WAGO Canada Unifies Data Centre Control to Reduce Time to Market and Eliminate Rework
WAGO Canada’s vendor-independent architecture enables faster integration and consistent operation across power distribution and HVAC systems.
Data centres are under pressure to scale rapidly, with operators building and expanding capacity as quickly as possible to meet accelerating compute demand.
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The Look of Custom Linear, Without the Complexity
STRIPE is a 120V plug-and-play linear lighting system built for straightforward installs. No custom fabrication, no complicated wiring just clean, continuous runs that give any space a high-end architectural look. Create straight lines, shapes, and configurations on site with components that connect quickly and install clean. STRIPE gives you the flexibility to build standout linear designs without the hassle of custom layouts. A perfect solution for corridors, bathroom vanities, kitchen islands, gyms, and more, bringing the look of linear without complicating the install.
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Luminis Wins Red Dot Award for Ellington
May 14, 2026 Luminis, an established innovator and manufacturer of specification-grade, interior and exterior lighting solutions, today announced its Ellington and Trilo families have each received a Red Dot Design Award for Product Design. Dating back to 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s largest design competitions. Every year, the Red Read More…
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Quarter Century Platinum Status for PCL Construction
May 14, 2026 PCL Construction is proud to announce it has once again been recognized as a Platinum Club member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, earning the distinction for 2026 and reaffirming its place among the country’s most respected and well-managed private enterprises. The recognition extends PCL’s long-standing record of excellence, marking 25 consecutive years as Read More…
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Landscape Ontario, Electrical Safety Authority Partner to Promote Electrical Safety in Landscape Trades
May 14, 2026 Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association (Landscape Ontario) and the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) have partnered to improve electrical safety awareness and compliance across Ontario’s landscape and horticultural industry. The partnership focuses on supporting safe work around electrical infrastructure, including overhead powerlines and underground systems, and providing clarity and guidance on the application of the Ontario Read More…
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Register Now for EFC’s Annual Conference: June 2-4, 2026
May 14, 2026 Bringing together professionals from across Canada’s electrical industry, EFC’s annual conference offers a dynamic platform for learning, networking, and business growth. Attendees will gain valuable insights from expert speakers in the business program while also being able to take advantage of dedicated B2B Head Office meeting spaces and the ever popular Electro-Lounge Read More…
ECABC Announces 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees
ECABC is proud to announce that Bill Strain and Rob Tate will be inducted into the ECABC Electrical Hall of Fame this June.
Bill and Rob have devoted their careers to the electrical contracting industry in British Columbia. Induction into the Electrical Hall of Fame is the highest honour the Association can bestow upon a member.
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
