The Canadian Electrical Code: Adapting to Change and Driving Innovation
Since its first publication in 1927, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code Part I), has been a vital instrument in promoting electrical safety across Canada. Its creation was spurred by the widespread adoption of electricity in the early 20th century.
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Building Canada’s Data Centres To Empower Our AI Future
October 10, 2024 By Jim Kalogiros – VP, Secure Power Canada, Schneider Electric Canada, we have an AI power complex. I mean this literally and figuratively. Allow me to explain. On the one hand, we have been leading the world in AI innovation for more than 30 years. Specifically, we are the first country ever to launch… Read More…
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The Canadian Electrical Code: Adapting to Change and Driving Innovation
Since its first publication in 1927, the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (CE Code Part I), has been a vital instrument in promoting electrical safety across Canada. Its creation was spurred by the widespread adoption of electricity in the early 20th century. Read More…
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Light and Life: Discover Innovations at Hong Kong’s Premier Lighting Events This October
October 7, 2024 REGISTER HERE At the end of October, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council will host two major events in the lighting industry: the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo. Under the theme “Light and Life,” these fairs will present a wide… Read More…
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NETCO 2023 Leadership Excellence Award Winner – Geordie Walsh IBEW 625 Halifax, Nova Scotia
October 7, 2024 Leaders and experts from the electrical industry gathered in Victoria, BC, September 5-6th, at the picturesque Inn at Laurel Point for the annual National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) educational conference and trade show. As part of the event, NETCO presented their 2023 Leadership Excellence Award to Geordie Walsh of IBEW 625 Halifax,… Read More…
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B.C. Building Code Updated to Support More Homes
Changes to the BC Building Code (BCBC) will allow single egress stair (SES) designs in low- and mid-rise buildings to support more multi-bedroom apartment options.
The Province has updated the BCBC to remove the code requirement for a second egress, or exit, stairwell per floor in buildings up to six storeys. This change will make it possible to build housing projects on smaller lots and in different configurations, while allowing more flexibility for multi-bedroom apartments, more density within areas of transit-oriented developments and the potential to improve energy efficiency in buildings. Previously, the BCBC called for at least two egress stairwells in buildings three storeys and higher.
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New Funding Announced to Install Over 3,000 EV Chargers Across Canada
The federal government has announced investments of $14.9 million for 20 projects that will install more than 3,000 EV chargers across Canada, while raising awareness of the benefits of EVs and advancing training and code upgrades to ensure more communities have access to current information and opportunities to seize the potential of EVs. Read More
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Power Up Your Connectivity: Discover the Future with PoE
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Simplified Installation: One cable for both power and data.
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PataBid Nominated for Canadian Choice Award in Software Services
October 11, 2024 PataBid is proud to announce its nomination for a Canadian Choice Award in the Software Services category. This recognition highlights PataBid’s commitment to supporting the electrical contracting community across Canada by providing innovative estimating software solutions that streamline estimating processes and ensure predictable and profitable projects. “As a homegrown leader in construction… Read More…
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EHRC Awards of Excellence Nominations
October 10, 2024 The Awards of Excellence recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of employees, leaders and teams making a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry. Nominations Are you an individual or organization looking to recognize an individual leader, team… Read More…
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New Retrofit Program Set to Accelerate Sustainable Buildings in Alberta
October 10, 2024 The Pembina Institute is pleased to announce its collaboration with the Alberta Ecotrust Retrofit Accelerator, a new retrofit program designed to bring affordable, energy-efficient solutions to support Alberta’s building owners and managers of multi-unit residential and commercial buildings, as well as municipalities, universities, schools and hospitals. In collaboration with industry experts, practitioners,… Read More…
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Lumen Marks Expansion of Laval Distribution Centre
October 10, 2024 Lumen highlighted the official inauguration of their Laval Distribution Centre on LinkedIn. “On September 13th, we officially inaugurated the expansion of our Laval distribution centre! This landmark event brought together more than 3000 customers, suppliers, ministers and journalists from all over Quebec to discover our new facilities,” said the company on LinkedIn…. Read More…
Electrical Safety Authority Unveils ‘A-MAZE-ing’ Interactive Experience to Keep Kids Safe from Electrical Harm
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) cut the ribbon on its new interactive experience, “The A-MAZE-ing Adventures of Carter Current”, located at the Peel Children’s Safety Village. The interactive space is designed to help educate and keep kids safe from electrical harm by learning about electrical hazards through play.
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Lumentruss Welcomes Arrival of Howard Yaphe as VP Strategy & Innovation, Looking to Shape the Future of Architectural Lighting
Lumentruss, a Montreal-based manufacturer of leading‑edge architectural lighting solutions, is pleased to welcome in its leadership team lighting visionary Howard Yaphe as Vice President – Strategy & Innovation.
Lumentruss specializes in integrating LED lighting technology into materials, surfaces and structures, resulting in lighting that blends in seamlessly with the built environment.
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Understanding CSA Z462 for Absence of Voltage Testers
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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