Watt’s the Word – An Electrical Industry Podcast

July 23, 2021

Hosted by Zack Hartle and Jason Cox the recently launched Watt’s the Word is a show linking the electrical industry through relevant conversations. Cox and Hartle are speaking with real people to hear about the opportunities that the industry has given to them while they share what makes them passionate about the future of the trade.

This show is for anyone and everyone involved in the electrical trade or industry. Let’s get the word out about how great the industry can be and learn something along the way.

New episodes out every second Monday.

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Changing Scene

Dave Welsh joins Arlington as Business Development Manager

Arlington Industries has announced the appointment of Dave Welsh to the newly created position of Business Development Manager.

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Changing Scene

Alberta is Providing Nearly $66M to Support More than 450 New Affordable Housing Units and Shelter Beds Across the Province

Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring low-income and vulnerable Albertans have access to safe, secure and affordable homes. To address the diverse needs of Alberta’s communities, the government is investing in building more affordable and supportive homes across the province. Through the Affordable Housing Partnership Program, housing providers will receive funding to create more affordable…

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Changing Scene

Skilled Employment Energy Stream Program to Provide Training to Indigenous People in Ontario

Bob Nault, Member of Parliament for Kenora, on behalf of Patty Hajdu, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour, has announced funding to help Indigenous people in Ontario get the skills and work experience they need to find and keep good jobs.

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Changing Scene

Standard Appoints Southern Alberta Lighting Specialist

Fifteen-year industry veteran Barb Denham joins Standard Products Inc.’s sales team as a Calgary-based lighting specialist for the Southern Alberta Region…

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Changing Scene

Habitat for Humanity Canada and Electro-Federation Canada Come Together for a Day of Giving

In support of World Habitat Day, Electro-Federation Canada’s members are uniting for an EFC community Day of Giving.

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Projects | Changing Scene

Ontario Breaks Ground on Woodbine GO Station

June 30, 2025 The Ontario government is starting construction at Woodbine GO Station, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to provide two-way, all-day service across core segments of the GO Transit network. As part of its agreement with the provincial government, Woodbine Entertainment Group is also providing up to $170 million to support…

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Overview of Upcoming Changes to Ontario Construction Act – Joint Leadership Conference Panel Discussion

November 4, 2025 The inaugural Joint Leadership Conference hosted this October in Toronto by three Ontario contractor associations, Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO), the Mechanical Contractors Association of Ontario (MCAO), and the Construction Labour Relations Association of Ontario (CLRAO), featured some interesting discussions around AI and changes coming to the Ontario Construction Act. The… Read More…
Illumination Contributes to La Pêche Townhall’s “Building of the Future”

November 3, 2025 La Pêche (Quebec, Canada) has constructed a new townhall that was designed for the future. The dramatic two-story structure is comprised of solid wood, both inside and out, and presents an impressive facade on the main street of the community. And it incorporates the latest innovations in sustainable construction. With its forthcoming… Read More…
Houle Highlight Broadway Subway Project Now Underway

November 3, 2025 Houle has announced the company has begun work on the Broadway Subway Project in BC. The project will extend the TransLink Millennium Line by 5.7 km to serve the Broadway Corridor, one of BC’s busiest routes, becoming a critical link that connects communities, increases frequency and reliability for transit users, and enhances… Read More…
Non-Residential Building Investment Increases Slightly in August, 2025

Overall, the total value of investment in building construction edged up 0.1% to $22.8 billion in August. The non-residential sector edged up $22.9 million, while the residential sector increased slightly by $10.5 million. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 8.7% in August. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of investment in building construction in August… Read More…

Houle Highlight Broadway Subway Project Now Underway

November 3, 2025
Non-Residential Building Investment Increases Slightly in August, 2025

November 2, 2025
Building Permits, August 2025: Ontario and Alberta Lead Declines in Residential Construction Intentions

November 2, 2025
CCA’s Fall Economic Report Finds Construction Steady, but Increased Costs Threaten Outlook

November 2, 2025
Houle Hiring Electrical Estimator in Western Canada

November 2, 2025
Inflationary Pressures in BC Construction Industry Contributing to Higher Costs and Uncertainty Province-Wide

November 2, 2025

Changing Scene

Electrical Safety Authority Announces the Appointment of Feaz Rahim to the Board of Directors

November 2, 2025 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has announced the appointment of new Board Member Feaz Rahim. “As Chair and on behalf of our Board of Directors, we are pleased to announce that effective October 31st, Feaz Rahim has been appointed by the ESA Board of Directors,” said ESA Chair Arjan Arenja. Feaz Rahim presently… Read More…
Construction Starts on New BC Cancer Centre in Nanaimo

November 2, 2025 Shovels are going in the ground for a new BC Cancer centre that will deliver expanded cancer care and treatment for people in Nanaimo and nearby communities. “The new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo will transform cancer care for people across central Vancouver Island,” said Bowinn Ma, Minister of Infrastructure. “This facility… Read More…
George Brown College Becomes George Brown Polytechnic, Launching the First-Of-Its-Kind Master of Construction Management Program in Canada

November 2, 2025 George Brown College has announced they will officially become George Brown Polytechnic (GBP). This change demonstrates their commitment to providing advanced educational opportunities and marks a new era in the institution’s evolution. A key highlight of this transformation is the launch of the Master of Construction Management (MCM) program, which serves as… Read More…
Ontario Investing More Than $8.6 Million to Support Women in the Skilled Trades

November 2, 2025 The Ontario government announced it’s investing more than $8.6 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to help more than 1,700 women across the GTA access training and prepare for good-paying, in-demand jobs in the skilled trades. This funding is part of the government’s $2.5 billion investment in the SDF to protect workers by… Read More…

Watt’s the Word – An Electrical Industry Podcast

Dave Welsh joins Arlington as Business Development Manager

Alberta is Providing Nearly $66M to Support More than 450 New Affordable Housing Units and Shelter Beds Across the Province

Skilled Employment Energy Stream Program to Provide Training to Indigenous People in Ontario

Standard Appoints Southern Alberta Lighting Specialist

Habitat for Humanity Canada and Electro-Federation Canada Come Together for a Day of Giving

Ontario Breaks Ground on Woodbine GO Station

Latest Articles

Overview of Upcoming Changes to Ontario Construction Act – Joint Leadership Conference Panel Discussion

Illumination Contributes to La Pêche Townhall’s “Building of the Future”

Houle Highlight Broadway Subway Project Now Underway

Non-Residential Building Investment Increases Slightly in August, 2025

Houle Highlight Broadway Subway Project Now Underway

Non-Residential Building Investment Increases Slightly in August, 2025

Building Permits, August 2025: Ontario and Alberta Lead Declines in Residential Construction Intentions

CCA’s Fall Economic Report Finds Construction Steady, but Increased Costs Threaten Outlook

Houle Hiring Electrical Estimator in Western Canada

Inflationary Pressures in BC Construction Industry Contributing to Higher Costs and Uncertainty Province-Wide

Changing Scene

Electrical Safety Authority Announces the Appointment of Feaz Rahim to the Board of Directors

Construction Starts on New BC Cancer Centre in Nanaimo

George Brown College Becomes George Brown Polytechnic, Launching the First-Of-Its-Kind Master of Construction Management Program in Canada

Ontario Investing More Than $8.6 Million to Support Women in the Skilled Trades

George Brown College Becomes George Brown Polytechnic, Launching the First-Of-Its-Kind Master of Construction Management Program in Canada

Ontario Investing More Than $8.6 Million to Support Women in the Skilled Trades

BAND-N-GO Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Banding Now Made in Canada

TEKnowledge Worldwide Partnered with Hammond Manufacturing for Teksgiving 2025 Project

Mac’s II Agencies Celebrates Recognition with 2025 IES Illumination Award of Merit

Procore Advances the Future of Construction with New AI Innovations at Groundbreak 2025

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