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IDEAL June Stay Wired to Win is Live Now

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June 10, 2021

Electrical Power One-Line Diagram Challenge

This month, IDEAL is challenging competitors to draw an Electrical Power One-Line Diagram following the specifications outlined in the scope document.

The Top 5 students/apprentices and the Top 5 professional electricians will each receive:

IDEAL Forged wire strippers
IDEAL Pro Series bag and stand up supply zipper pouch
$100 Petro Canada gas gift card
$100 Tim Hortons card
$100 VISA gift card
IDEAL swag

The Canadian Stay Wired to Win monthly winners also earn a spot in our August virtual finals for the chance win the grand prize!

Heads up! Everyone who participates in 3 or more challenges will qualify for a chance to win an IDEAL thank you package.

Go HERE for more information

North Bay Hydro

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North Bay Hydro Breaks Ground on Micro Grid Project

North Bay is leading the way in energy resiliency all across Canada. North Bay Hydro has now broken ground on its latest project, the Community Energy Park microgrid.

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Changing Scene

Liteline Webinars & CEUs in April

Liteline is hosting 20 minute product training on Mondays and Wednesdays, and for CEU courses on Fridays to complete your CEU requirements by June and to keep your mind fresh while you practice social distancing.

Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

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Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

March 9, 2023 MGM’s Regional Director It is with great pleasure that Sonepar announces the change of responsibilities for the Regional Director, Jason Copeman. As of March 1st, 2023, all functional leaders of MGM and Dixon Electric will report directly to Jason.Jason has had a long-established career filled with success within the electrical distribution industry….

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Canada Partners With Breakthrough Energy to Launch Game-Changing Program to Accelerate Clean Energy Innovations

Canada is helping to build the low-carbon economy.

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Electrozad Introduces Electrozad Online

Eletrozad has launched Electrozad Online. The same standard of service you’ve come to expect from Electrozad, now with a streamlined digital experience.

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Changing Scene

MEET Show Re-scheduled for 2021

The producers and four sponsoring associations of the MEET Show are announcing revised dates for this year’s edition of the event.

North Bay Hydro

Changing Scene

North Bay Hydro Breaks Ground on Micro Grid Project

North Bay is leading the way in energy resiliency all across Canada. North Bay Hydro has now broken ground on its latest project, the Community Energy Park microgrid.

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Changing Scene

Liteline Webinars & CEUs in April

Liteline is hosting 20 minute product training on Mondays and Wednesdays, and for CEU courses on Fridays to complete your CEU requirements by June and to keep your mind fresh while you practice social distancing.

Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

Changing Scene

Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

March 9, 2023 MGM’s Regional Director It is with great pleasure that Sonepar announces the change of responsibilities for the Regional Director, Jason Copeman. As of March 1st, 2023, all functional leaders of MGM and Dixon Electric will report directly to Jason.Jason has had a long-established career filled with success within the electrical distribution industry….

EIN 23 CS Breakthrough 400

Changing Scene

Canada Partners With Breakthrough Energy to Launch Game-Changing Program to Accelerate Clean Energy Innovations

Canada is helping to build the low-carbon economy.

Changing Scene

Electrozad Introduces Electrozad Online

Eletrozad has launched Electrozad Online. The same standard of service you’ve come to expect from Electrozad, now with a streamlined digital experience.

EIN MEET 400

Changing Scene

MEET Show Re-scheduled for 2021

The producers and four sponsoring associations of the MEET Show are announcing revised dates for this year’s edition of the event.

North Bay Hydro

Changing Scene

North Bay Hydro Breaks Ground on Micro Grid Project

North Bay is leading the way in energy resiliency all across Canada. North Bay Hydro has now broken ground on its latest project, the Community Energy Park microgrid.

LitelineLogo 400x275

Changing Scene

Liteline Webinars & CEUs in April

Liteline is hosting 20 minute product training on Mondays and Wednesdays, and for CEU courses on Fridays to complete your CEU requirements by June and to keep your mind fresh while you practice social distancing.

Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

Changing Scene

Increase in Responsibilities for MGM’s Jason Copeman

March 9, 2023 MGM’s Regional Director It is with great pleasure that Sonepar announces the change of responsibilities for the Regional Director, Jason Copeman. As of March 1st, 2023, all functional leaders of MGM and Dixon Electric will report directly to Jason.Jason has had a long-established career filled with success within the electrical distribution industry….

EIN 23 CS Breakthrough 400

Changing Scene

Canada Partners With Breakthrough Energy to Launch Game-Changing Program to Accelerate Clean Energy Innovations

Canada is helping to build the low-carbon economy.

Changing Scene

Electrozad Introduces Electrozad Online

Eletrozad has launched Electrozad Online. The same standard of service you’ve come to expect from Electrozad, now with a streamlined digital experience.

EIN MEET 400

Changing Scene

MEET Show Re-scheduled for 2021

The producers and four sponsoring associations of the MEET Show are announcing revised dates for this year’s edition of the event.

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