Changing Scene

Total investment in building construction increased 4.2% to $16.8 billion in February, posting a record high for the second consecutive month because of continued strength in the residential sector.

Rittershausen in Dietzhölztal – no one knew in 1961 that a small township in central Hesse would one day give its name to a global company.

Ian Howcroft, CEO of Skills Ontario, and Paul Clipsham, Director of Stakeholder Operations at Skills Ontario, presented to the Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs to discuss the impact and opportunities that Skills Ontario has in building the future skilled workforce.

MP Scott Duvall has introduced an amendment to the Income Tax Act regarding travel expenses for tradespeople.

The Power Up Podcast is presented by the BCEA as your window into the electrical industry in British Columbia.

It is critical to put the consumer at the center of the discussion, says new report that sets out a measured response plan the industry can use to fast-track solutions.

OEL Virtual Lighting and Tool Night – Liteline, ABB, Hubbell, Cooper Lighting – April 21, 2021

UL has announced Avi-on Labs, Inc. is the first commercial lighting company to be recognized for achieving UL’s IoT Security Rating.

The Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP™) provides training and certification for the installation and maintenance of electric vehicle infrastructure such as EV supply stations and systems.

Magic Lite announced the launch of its new video library, further delivering on the company’s promise of innovative customer solutions.

Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for FedDev Ontario, announced a total FedDev Ontario repayable contribution of $2.9 million to support the growth of two Burlington-based companies: AceAge Inc. and Gerrie Electric Wholesale Limited (Gerrie Electric).

Atar Capital, a Los Angeles-based global private investment firm, announced today it has completed the acquisition of Universal Lighting Technologies and Douglas Lighting Controls from parent company, Panasonic Corporation. 

Grässlin products, known for more than 60 years of German-engineered time switch innovation, will now be branded Intermatic.

Schneider Electric and Workbench Energy, a peak prediction and energy market operations platform, announced a partnership to bring integrated energy management solutions to Ontario.

George Brown College has partnered with Hilti (Canada) Corporation to help women build rewarding careers in the skilled trades.