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Quebec Region YPN Welcomed Three Industry Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Industry
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2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (29th Edition) Comes into Effect May 1, 2025
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 22
Rule 22-000 outlinesthe Scope of Section 22 and that it amends or supplements the general requirements of the code. It provides specific rules for locations classified as Category 1 (moisture) or Category 2 (corrosive) environments that are significant enough to interfere with normal operation of electrical equipment. Read More…
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Federal Investment to Add 989 New Montreal Homes
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