Nominate Someone for ECAO’s J.B. Wright Award

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June 25, 2018

The Douglas J. B. Wright Award, created in 1992 by the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario and the Ontario Electrical Construction Company Limited, pays tribute to individuals who best exemplify the dedication and commitment to the electrical contracting industry as exhibited by Doug Wright through his years of service. Deadline for submissions: July 15, 2018.

There are many individuals who have contributed their time and support to the ECAO and to the electrical contracting industry. This award is a great way to recognize those who are leaders in our industry.

Previous recipients include:
• John Wright, Stratford (2017)
• Ove Bakmand, Net Electric (2016)
• Dan Lancia, Holaco Installations Limited (2015)
• Garry Fitzpatrick, Fitzpatrick Electrical Contractor Inc. (2013)
• George Docherty, Guild Electric Ltd. (2010)
Find out more: https://www.ecao.org/membership-recognition

The award committee consists of three representatives from ECAO, two representatives from Ontario Electrical Construction Company Ltd. and the Executive Vice- President of ECAO as an ex-officio.

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