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Standard Welcomes Two New Customer-Focused Employees

Standard Welcomes Two New Customer-Focused Employees

Mary has 18 years experience in sales support, customer service, marketing, project planning and coordination, and information technology. Predominately, she spent eight years in the manufacturing and distribution industry. Contact Mary at Mary.Johnson@standardpro.com.

Mike has five years experience in sales, particularly for an LED company. Contact him at Mike.Derko@standardpro.com.

Standard has been recognized for the past seven years as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Changing Scene

ABB Chosen to Supply Technology for BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels

January 12, 2026 ABB will supply a complete package of power, propulsion and control technology for four new double-ended passenger and car ferries operated by British Columbia Ferry Services (BC Ferries). One of the largest ferry operators in the world, BC Ferries provides year-round vehicle and passenger service on 25 routes to 47 terminals, carrying…

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Changing Scene

Federal Government Invests in Four Ontario Steel Companies

January 12, 2026 Through targeted investments, the Government of Canada is committed to providing support to help businesses in all sectors, including steel and automotive, to respond, adapt and compete amid shifting market conditions. Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario…

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Changing Scene

Craftsman V20 150W Power Inverter Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

January 12, 2026 This recall involves the Craftsman V20 150W Power Inverter (Model number: CMCB1150B). The product has a rectangular prism shape with dimensions of 8.13 x 7.62 x 11.68 cm. It is red and black and weighs 320 grams. It has three charging ports for Type-C, Type-A, and AC connections. It contains an LED…

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Changing Scene

2025 National Model Codes Now Available

January 12, 2026 New model codes introduce updates that advance the harmonization of building design and construction requirements across Canada, expand the range of compliance options available to code users, incorporate forward-looking climatic data in building design to help prepare buildings for future climate conditions while reducing the construction sector’s contribution to climate change, and…

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Changing Scene | Projects

Build Canada Homes: Thousands of Homes in the Pipeline

January 12, 2026 Far too many Canadians are struggling to find homes they can afford. Solving Canada’s housing crisis requires immediate action to bring down costs, cut red tape, and build homes more quickly. The Government of Canada stepped up with a bold new approach to increase the supply of housing in Canada, and launched…

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Changing Scene

Ideal Supply Unveils 100 Anniversary Logo

January 12, 2025 “We’re excited to officially unveil Ideal Supply’s 100th Anniversary logo,” Ideal Supply said on LinkedIn. “This logo symbolizes a century of trust, growth, innovation, and the incredible relationships we’ve built with our amazing customers and communities in the automotive, electrical, and industrial sectors.” “From humble beginnings to becoming a trusted name in…

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Latest Articles

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 – 26th Edition[i] – A Road Map: Section 54

January 12, 2026 By Bill Burr The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to quickly find the information you need. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document. This is not intended to replace the notes in Appendix B or the Read More…
Tom Penton & Magic Lite: Forty Years of Leadership in Canadian Lighting

January 12, 2026 By John Kerr Sales has always been at the core of Magic Lite’s story, because it was at the core of who its founder Tom Penton was. He genuinely loved sales, loved being independent, and consistently gravitated to roles where he could take personal responsibility for results and build his own customer Read More…
Capital Constraints in Owner-Operated Trade Businesses – When Owning the Building Quietly Limits Growth

For many contractor-owned businesses, growth starts to feel harder than it should. The work is there. Customers are steady. Crews are busy. Yet when owners look to expand, invest, or create breathing room, capital often feels tighter than expected. In many cases, the issue is not operations or demand. It is a real estate decision made years… Read More…
What 2025 Revealed About Canada’s Electrical Industry

December 16, 2025 By Carol McGlogan, President & CEO, Electro-Federation Canada The past year required Canada’s electrical industry to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. In 2025, businesses across the value chain navigated shifting trade conditions, evolving policy landscapes, and growing expectations tied to electrification and infrastructure expansion. Trade uncertainty introduced new complexity. Organizations reassessed Read More…

Capital Constraints in Owner-Operated Trade Businesses – When Owning the Building Quietly Limits Growth

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Changing Scene

ABB Chosen to Supply Technology for BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels

January 12, 2026 ABB will supply a complete package of power, propulsion and control technology for four new double-ended passenger and car ferries operated by British Columbia Ferry Services (BC Ferries). One of the largest ferry operators in the world, BC Ferries provides year-round vehicle and passenger service on 25 routes to 47 terminals, carrying Read More…
Federal Government Invests in Four Ontario Steel Companies

January 12, 2026 Through targeted investments, the Government of Canada is committed to providing support to help businesses in all sectors, including steel and automotive, to respond, adapt and compete amid shifting market conditions. Evan Solomon, Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario Read More…
Craftsman V20 150W Power Inverter Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

January 12, 2026 This recall involves the Craftsman V20 150W Power Inverter (Model number: CMCB1150B). The product has a rectangular prism shape with dimensions of 8.13 x 7.62 x 11.68 cm. It is red and black and weighs 320 grams. It has three charging ports for Type-C, Type-A, and AC connections. It contains an LED Read More…
2025 National Model Codes Now Available

January 12, 2026 New model codes introduce updates that advance the harmonization of building design and construction requirements across Canada, expand the range of compliance options available to code users, incorporate forward-looking climatic data in building design to help prepare buildings for future climate conditions while reducing the construction sector’s contribution to climate change, and Read More…

This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.

Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.