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How to Win More Work as an Electrical Estimator: Tips for Getting the Cost of a Project Right
This article focuses on the practical tips that help an electrical estimator get the cost of a project right and win more electrical construction jobs.
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Protection for your Business – Be Ready for the Heat of Summer!
It is commonly said among the Trades that Canada has two seasons: Winter and Construction (or Crane Season). As demand for contractors increases, it is important to be sure your business is properly secured, and you know how coverage works to protect and mitigate your risks.
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Technical Safety BC Top 5 Safety Risks in 2025
July 31, 2026 Each year, Technical Safety BC measures the data they receive through incident and hazard reports to analyze and rank the top safety risks encountered across the province. These risks were identified by collecting, assessing, and analyzing incident investigation data. The key metrics they look at when ranking the top five safety risks… Read More…
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World Youth Day Spotlight: Supporting Habitat for Humanity Canada’s Youth Skills Building Program
July 31, 2026 By Electro Federation Canada This World Youth Day, we are proud to recognize the positive impact EFC members continue to make through their support of Habitat Canada’s Youth Skills Building Program. Investing in the Next Generation of Talent Canada is experiencing a significant labour shortage that is delaying homebuilding, driving up costs,… Read More…
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Current Carrying Capacity: How to Determine the Right Conductor Cross-Section
July 31, 2026 Current carrying capacity means the maximum current that a cable can transmit over sustained periods without overheating. Exceeding the permitted current capacity can damage the cable’s insulation and, in the worst case, result in fire. What determines the current carrying capacity? Different parameters influence how much electricity a cable can safely transmit.… Read More…
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Resilient but Not Ready: Affordability, Trade and Workforce Barriers Limit Alberta’s Retrofit Supply Chain
July 30, 2026 Alberta’s building retrofit sector is ready to scale and could generate $5.8 billion in GDP and support 24,000 jobs with $2.5 billion in annual investment — but only if governments, utilities, and industry align on a clear, coordinated strategy. Resilient but Not Ready shows that while Alberta’s retrofit supply chain is adaptable and… 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.
Business Opportunities for Installers Guide: Be Ready for the Future of Residential Energy

Eaton’s Business Opportunities for Installers Guide offers a global perspective on the current residential installation market as well as practical tips on how to grow your business, leverage a changing market, and enhance your service offerings.
With this installers guide, you’ll gain access to…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code
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IDEAL Electrical™ and BILT® Make It Easier Than Ever to Learn Conduit Bending
The BILT app now offers 3D interactive instructions for bending conduit, the first professional tradesperson-focused instructional learning available in the app.
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Apply for ECAO 2026 Scholarships
July 31, 2026 It is that time of year again when ECAO are offering scholarships to post-secondary graduates for children or wards of salaried employees of ECAO Member Companies. The scholarship was launched in 2004 and awards 5 successful recipients with a scholarship of $5,000 each. The scholarship will be awarded to outstanding students enrolling… Read More…
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Toronto Pearson Extends Transformation with $1.5B in Terminal Modernization
July 31, 2026 Toronto Pearson has announced contracts to NORR-DIALOG and PCL Construction, who will design and construct another major infrastructure program. The $1.5-billion investment to launch the Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 Revitalization Program has been awarded to NORR-DIALOG, a joint venture between two firms both Ontario-incorporated, and PCL Construction, a global firm created and headquartered… Read More…
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D.A.D. Sales Welcomes new Team Member – Tom Graham
July 31, 2026 D.A.D. Sales announced the addition of Tom Graham as Construction Sales Representative on the D.A.D. Sales team, supporting Northern Alberta. “Tom brings valuable industry experience, a strong understanding of the construction market, and firsthand insight as a skilled tradesman. He understands our customers’ businesses and the realities they face in the field.… Read More…
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Franklin Empire Opens New Full-Line Branch in Peterborough
July 31, 2026 Franklin Empire is pleased to announce the opening of their new Peterborough branch, bringing together electrical, automation, and Process Instrumentation expertise under one roof. This new location expands their ability to better serve contractors, industrial facilities, OEMs, municipalities, and commercial customers throughout the Peterborough region with a complete range of products, technical… Read More…
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



