February 8, 2024
Applications are now open to join ECABC’s Board of Directors for 2024-25.
Candidates must be a representative of a contractor member of the Association and able to make a multi-year commitment. ECABC’s Directors provide strategic guidance and corporate oversight, and are expected to regularly attend ECABC events.
You can download the application form HERE
Deadline for applications is Friday, March 29, 2024.
At the industry conference Awards Gala in June, the National Advisory Council (NAC) officially marked the change of NAC chairmanship.
The Board of the National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) has elected Tom Reid to serve as President and a director of the Council. Reid is International Vice-President First District Canada for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).
January 11, 2024 Hubbell Incorporated announced the execution of a definitive agreement to sell its Residential Lighting business to Kingswood Capital Management, LP, for a cash purchase price of $131 million, subject to customary adjustments. The business sells indoor and outdoor lighting solutions and is expected to generate approximately $190 million in sales in 2023. “This transaction reflects our ongoing…
October 30, 2023 Serving the electrical industry for over 100 years and known as The Electrician’s Champion™, IDEAL Electrical™ is showcasing the rewarding opportunities available for future electricians through an annual competition that celebrates top apprentice talent and the skills they’re bringing into the electrical trades. The eighth annual IDEAL National Championship took place on Friday, Oct….
June 8, 2023 Nine B.C. clean energy innovators secure a total of $5.2M in funding to propel a carbon-negative future The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is pleased to announce its allocation of $5.2M in non-dilutive funding to expedite the commercial development and global scaling of clean energy innovations originating in British Columbia. Funding was granted through…
On Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, the Electrical Safety Authority will hold its Annual Meeting and Ontario Electrical Safety Awards which recognize those who have demonstrated a strong commitment to electrical safety in Ontario.
July 19, 2024 By Elle Bremmer Earlier this year, Stelpro and Innovair announced a strategic partnership to stregnthen their position in the North American market and support growth for both companies. The excitement surrounding the companies’ latest strategic alliance is evident in the lively conversation between Louis Beaulieu and Pierre Huard, CEOs of Innovair Solutions and Groupe Stelpro… Read More…
July 19, 2024 Month over month, investment in building construction edged up 0.8% to $20.8 billion in May, rebounding from a 2.0% decrease in April. Both residential (+0.9% to $14.4 billion) and non-residential (+0.6% to $6.4 billion) sectors rose slightly in May. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction was up 0.9% to $12.7 billion in May. Decline in… Read More…
July 19, 2024 By John Kerr & Owen Hurst The recent acquisition announcements in the past month or so represent a mix of new moves being made in the electrical distribution channel in Canada that we feel demands some close reflection. The landscape is changing dramatically and quickly with the recent M&A activity that included… Read More…
July 15, 2024 Investment in building construction decreased 2.0% to $20.5 billion in April compared with March. The residential sector declined 2.7% to $14.2 billion, while the non-residential sector fell 0.5% to $6.3 billion. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction decreased 1.9% to $12.6 billion in April. Investment in residential sector declines Investment in residential building construction decreased by… Read More…
Nexans announces the appointment of Timothy King as Vice President of BU North America for Nexans’ D&U AMEA Business. Read More…
July 19, 2024 “We are thrilled to introduce Ivan Roy as the new General Manager of Nedco Quebec,” said Nedco on LinkedIn. “Ivan brings a wealth of experience in the electrical distribution industry, having held several leadership positions that have shaped his expertise and leadership skills. As the GMA Regional Director at Nedco Quebec since… Read More…
July 18, 2024 The federal government has announced federal investments in two organizations to install 660 Level 2 EV chargers across Nova Scotia: All the chargers are expected to be installed by December 2024 and will help EV drivers get to where they need to go with confidence and ease. Before hitting the roads, Canadians can easily map… Read More…
July 18, 2024 City Electric Supply (CES) proudly announces the success of its third annual fundraising golf tournament. Held on May 24th at Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club in Kelowna, the event brought together community members, local electrical companies, customers, vendors, and employees from CES BC Interior District branches including Kelowna, West Kelowna, Penticton,… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
