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ECAO Accepting Applications for Its Scholarship Award Program
The Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario’s scholarship program is open to children or wards of salaried employees of association member companies. Application deadline: July 20,2018.
Canada Investing in Project to Build 364 Vancouver Rental Homes
September 15, 2023 The Government of Canada is providing nearly $150 million in fully repayable low-interest loans through the Rental Construction Financing Initiative (RCFi) to build more than 364 purpose-built rental homes across three developments in Vancouver. The announcement took place at Evolve, located near the University of British Columbia (UBC) at 3518 Wesbrook Mall. This follows the Honourable Sean Fraser’s, Minister of Housing,…
NOARK Partners With Innovelec, to Power the Electrical Industry in Western Canada
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Hydro One To Invest $20 Million in Muskoka and Parry Sound
Hydro One’s $20 million investment this year in the Districts of Muskoka and Parry Sound will improve reliability and reduce tree-related outages. Trees represent the single largest cause of power outages in this densely wooded area…
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Industry Optimism and Growth: Looking Back on the Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo
December 2, 2024 By Elle Bremmer Attracting more than 50,000 buyers from around the world, the 26th Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition) and the 9th Hong Kong International Outdoor and Tech Light Expo was by all definitions, a success. The twin fair events, which were organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council… Read More…
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What Is Corrosion and Why Does VpCI® Help?
December 2, 2024 Rust is a familiar sight for most of us. Rusty cars, rusty nails, rusty locks, and other forms of corrosion are part of everyday life, causing assets to lose their value and functionality. But while the problem is obvious, the cause and the solution are less apparent to most. However, understanding the… Read More…
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IHSA: Workplace Mental Health Toolkits
December 1, 2024 IHSA is committed to supporting employers and workers with their occupational health and safety needs. That includes psychological health and safety—a growing and critically important area for workplaces to address. In the sections below, you will find tools, resources, education, and supports from IHSA and our health and safety system partners. They… Read More…
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New Research on Smart Home Trends & Technology Adoption
December 1, 2024 Entertainment systems are becoming a common entry point for smart home technology, with 61% of adopters using smart TVs, displays, or speakers. So says a new consumer research report from the Association for Smart Homes & Buildings (ASHB) that explores the perceptions, preferences, pain points, and challenges of residential renters and owners… Read More…
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Legrand Acquires Power Bus Way, a Leading Provider of Fully Customized Power Feeder Systems for Data Center, Industrial and Large-scale Commercial Applications
December 3, 2024 Legrand® has announced it has acquired Power Bus Way, a Toronto-based premier provider of custom-designed cable bus solutions for data centers, industrial facilities and commercial projects. Due to increasing demand for more digital infrastructure, Legrand estimates the North American data center market will continue to grow. This accelerated growth is further bolstered by… Read More…
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Procore Drives Connected Construction Innovation at Groundbreak 2024
December 2, 2024 Procore Technologies wrapped up Groundbreak 2024 last month. Procore is unveiled Resource Management, the industry’s first all-in-one solution for comprehensive labor, equipment and materials tracking and planning, along with new AI-powered Scheduling and Safety tools that enhance efficiency and streamline safety management. “Construction is one of the most complex industries in the world,… Read More…
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Applications Now Open for Next Round of Onatario Skills Development Fund
December 1, 2024 The Ontario government has launched the second round of its Skills Development Fund (SDF) Capital Stream, with over $74 million in available funding to build, expand and retrofit training facilities for workers in the trades, including construction, manufacturing, technology and health care. Since the province launched the Skills Development Fund in 2021, Ontario is… Read More…
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New Alberta Industry Skills Grant
December 1, 2024 Alberta’s government continues to find creative ways to help employers find the qualified workers they need, especially in industries experiencing labour shortages. The new Alberta Industry Skills Grant will fund industry-led training in high-demand sectors like aviation, aerospace, construction and tech. Alberta’s government is making $5 million available through a pilot program… Read More…
