Electrical Industry News Week

Masters Electrician Prep Course - Distance Delivery Hybrid Model | May 20 2026 - June 27 2026
2026-05-20 - 2026-06-27
Master’s Electrician Prep Course Distance Delivery Hybrid Model. Prepare for the Alberta Master Electrician exam with our comprehensive prep course and excellent instructor. It is designed to blend online learning with in-person instruction. There will be a final exam and a comprehensive in-person review of the exam. This hybrid model ensures flexibility while providing essential support and resources.

Course Details

Online classes from May 20 to June 27/2026 Wednesday’s 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. One Saturday online from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Final Exam: June 26 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM at ECAA office in Edmonton, 2026 (in-person at the ECAA office in Edmonton) Exam Review: June 27/26, 2026 (in-person at the ECAA office in Edmonton) Curriculum Highlights:

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EFC Atlantic LobsterFest
2026-06-23
Atlantic LobsterFest – June 23
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YPN Prairies Event
2026-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto)
The first YPN Prairies event takes place on June 24 at Birmingham’s Saskatoon.
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Ontario YPN Day at Woodbine
2026-06-25 16:00 - 19:00
Celebrate National YPN Day with fellow Ontario YPNs at Woodbine Racetrack’s Stella Artois Terrace, a covered outdoor dining space overlooking all the excitement of the track. Connect with young professionals from across Ontario while enjoying an evening of networking, entertainment, and great food and beverages in a vibrant social setting, all topped off with the thrill of live horse racing. Spots are limited, so register early for an unforgettable evening with the YPN community.
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 4 – 7 PM (the final race concludes at 7:00 PM)
Location: Woodbine Racetrack | Stella Artois Terrace
Cost: $20 + tax per person
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CANEW 2026 in Fredericton New Brunswick
2026-07-13 08:00 - 17:00
The CAEA is proud to announce that the Fredericton Airport will Co-host CANEW 2026 in Fredericton New Brunswick.

The CANEW 2026 workshop is scheduled for September 20 to 26, 2026.

CAEA, the Canadian airports electrical association, is a non-profit federal association established to host and facilitate the Canadian Airports National Electrical Workshop (CANEW) each year. Their goal is to maintain and promote airport electrical safety and training thus ensuring the safety of workers, facilities, and the public at airports in Canada.
CANEW website | CAEA AEAC Workshops site

LEDVANCE LightPoint Lighting Basics Part 3: Outdoor
2026-07-15 12:30 - 14:30
LEDVANCE’s LightPoint Digital Media will host Lighting Basics Part 3: Outdoor on July 15 at 12:30 p.m. EST. This AIA-approved live training session is designed for electrical professionals, contractors, specifiers, and lighting stakeholders looking to strengthen their understanding of outdoor lighting.

The session will cover key fundamentals, including LED luminaires, lamp types, fixtures, control systems, lighting metrics, energy efficiency, and legislative considerations impacting lighting upgrades.

Registration is now open for those interested in joining the live session.

ECAS 2026 Tin Cup Golf Tournament
2026-07-23
ECAS is hosting the 2026 Tin Cup Golf Tournament at Deer Valley scheduled for July 23, 2025.
Click Here for the Eventbrite link

The Principal Agreement, Demystified
2026-07-28 10:00 - 11:00
What to expect:

An overview of the Agreement structure and what’s changed.
Zooming in on the major provisions that matter most to you.
Pro tips for reading, interpreting, and applying clauses in real life.
Understanding your management rights, boundaries, and responsibilities.
Letters of Understanding (LOUs) and their application.

Ideal Audience: Non-bargaining unit supervisors and staff who have limited experience reading the Principal Agreement. No prior contract knowledge required—this is a beginner-friendly walkthrough.

Date: July 28, 2026 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM EST

Where: Virtual on Zoom. Click here to register.

Cost: FREE for ECAO members

EFC Atlantic Golf Tournament
2026-08-06
Atlantic Golf Tournament | August 6, 2026
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EFC Federation Cup
2026-08-19
EFC Federation Cup | August 19, 2026

Bring your “A” game as you enjoy a great day on the golf fairways, matched with valuable industry networking and much more!
EFC is excited to welcome members to the 24th Annual Federation Cup Golf Tournament with industry peers on August 19th at Deer Creek Golf Club in Ajax, ON.
The day begins with a hot breakfast with your industry colleagues, followed by a double shotgun start at 9:30 am with a maximum of 288 golfers over four-nines!
The golf tournament fee includes greens fees, power carts, hot breakfast, BBQ lunch, beverage tickets, food and beverage stations, networking reception, and dinner.
The National EFC Federation Cup Tournament is a highly anticipated annual industry event, so we recommend registering your foursome or individual spot as soon as possible!

New This year!

2026 Federation Cup will be a more exclusive event, featuring a higher caliber immersive golf experience.
Please note that this tournament is limited to 2 foursomes per company, if space permits, we will allow additional registrations.
To ensure this is regulated, your registration will go into a “pending approval” phase. This will then be approved or denied by EFC staff to ensure individuals are abiding by the new 2 foursomes per company rule.
If your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email.

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EFC's 24th Annual Federation Cup Golf Tournament
2026-08-19 08:00 - 17:00
EFC’s 24th Annual Federation Cup Golf Tournament

Deer Creek

2700 Audley Road
Ajax, ON L1Z 1T7

August 19, 2026
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

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IAEI 2026 Fall Convention and Tradeshow
2026-09-15 - 2026-09-17
The Prairie Chapter will host the 2026 Fall Convention and Tradeshow in Lloydminster, Alberta.

September 15-17, 2026
5:00 PM

Where:
Servus Sports Center, OTS Room
5202
12th Street
Lloydminster, Alberta T9V 0W1
Canada

Contact:
prairiechapter.sec@gmail.com

2026 NETCO National Training Conference
2026-09-16 - 2026-09-17
2026 NETCO National Training Conference – Where Talent Meets Technology

The National Electrical Trade Council – 2026 NETCO Annual Training Conference is being held September 16-17, 2026 at the picturesque Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu, in Charlevoix, QC.
This registration form includes:

Conference Registration Information
Sponsor information & selections

September 16-27, 2026
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11th Annual Energy Storage Canada Conference
2026-09-22 - 2026-09-23
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 – Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Automotive Building (Exhibition Place) | 105 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto

Be part of the conversation shaping Canada’s energy storage future at the country’s only national storage conference and trade show.

2026 MCAC Annual National Conference
2026-09-30 - 2026-10-02
The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada is pleased to be holding its 83rd Annual National Conference in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia, September 30-October 2, 2026!
The MCAC Conference brings together industry leaders, experts, and innovators who are setting new standards in mechanical contracting.
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Quebec 2026 - Quebec Economic Forecast
2026-09-30 12:00 - 15:00
John Parisella

Author, Speaker, Political Analyst and Delegate General of Quebec in New York.

Location: Société 18 – 8296 Chemin Devonshire, Montreal, Quebec, H4P 2P7, Canada

Date: September 30, 2026
Participation fees*:
YPN Member – $60 per person (plus taxes)
EARLY BIRD RJP – $
50Ends August 14th
EFC Member (non-YPN) – $120 per person (plus taxes)
EARLY BIRD EFC – $
100Ends August 14th
*Included: Conference, generous cocktail reception and 2 free alcoholic beverages.

For EFC members only

Best Practices in Construction Symposium 2026
2026-10-06 - 2026-10-07
An event built around today’s construction realities
October 6, 2026 – October 7, 2026

Toronto, Ontario

Canada Light Expo 2026
2026-10-18 - 2026-10-19
Connect, Innovate & Illuminate: Canada’s Premier Expo on Lighting Solutions

“Canada’s Premier Expo on Lighting Solutions” serves as a distinctive platform, bringing together industry leaders, professionals, and innovators to explore, collaborate, and exchange insights into the latest advancements shaping the future of lighting technology. As pioneers and visionaries unite, the Exhibition in Canada propels the lighting industry towards a brighter and more sustainable future. This is where innovation and sustainability converge at the forefront of the lighting industry. The expo is dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements in the industry.
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BUILDEX Alberta
2026-10-21 - 2026-10-22
Attend Alberta’s premier event for professionals who design, build, and manage industrial, commercial, institutional and residential real estate.

Connect with industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and explore the latest product innovations and services that can elevate your projects, improve productivity and drive results in your business.
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Save the Date: Ontario Apprenticeship Summit 2026 - November 4, 2026
2026-11-04
Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce that the third annual Ontario Apprenticeship Summit will take place during National Skilled Trades and Technology Week. Industry partners, skilled trades professionals, and apprentices are invited to attend the Toronto Congress Centre on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
STO is also offering exclusive sponsorship opportunities through an open call for sponsors. Sponsors of the event will have the unique opportunity of connecting with government partners, industry experts, and skilled trades professionals from across Ontario. More details, including the full agenda, will be shared soon.

YPN Quebec Round Table
2026-11-05
YPN Quebec Round Table | November 5, 2026
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2026 IES Street & Area Lighting Conference
2026-11-08 - 2026-11-11
2026 IES Street & Area Lighting Conference in Phoenix, AZ, November 8-11, 2026
The IES Street and Area Lighting Conference appeals to a broad spectrum of attendees with a primary focus of improving outdoor lighting. The conference program provides outdoor lighting training classes, seminars, networking sessions and an exhibit hall.
Attendees come from across the country and internationally representing utilities, municipalities, DOTs, consulting and engineering firms, research firms, manufacturing firms and educational institutions.
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EFC Ontario Holiday Reception
2026-11-24
Ontario Holiday Reception | November 24, 2026
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Quebec City Holiday Reception (Manoir Montmorency)
2026-11-26
Quebec City Holiday Reception (Manoir Montmorency) | November 26, 2026
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EFC Atlantic Holiday Reception
2026-12-01
EFC Atlantic Holiday Reception | December 1, 2026
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EFC Montreal Holiday Reception
2026-12-03
EFC Montreal Holiday Reception | December 3, 2026
Details to come…
