Canada Green Building Council Updates Zero Carbon Building Standard to Fast-Track Carbon Reductions
The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) is zeroing in on carbon reduction with updates to its Zero Carbon Building (ZCB) Standard.
Canadian Electrical Students Face Off in Battle of the Schools II
This month, IDEAL is asking, “Does your school have what it takes?” and electrical students across Canada are stepping up to prove that their school does.
ENMAX Renews Energizing Spaces Fund for Another Three Years
ENMAX and the Federation of Calgary Communities are renewing the Energizing Spaces Fund. Under the renewed contract, ENMAX will contribute $225,000 over three years to fund appliance replacements and outdoor or rink lighting projects for Calgary community groups.
Panduit and General Cable to Showcase Campus Connectivity Solutions at BICSI
Panduit, and General Cable, a global manufacturer of aluminum, copper, and fiber optic wire and cable, introduced new solutions that enable connectivity between campus buildings during BICSI Winter 2020 Feb. 9-13 in Tampa, Fla.
Nova Scotia Amending Electricity Act to Facilitate Green Energy Future
The Nova Scotia Government is amending its Electricity Act to make it possible to add more clean, renewable energy to Nova Scotia’s electricity system.
Stelpro Appoints National Retail Sales Manager
Alexandre Lafrance has been added to the Stelpro team as National Retail Sales Manager. Alexandre Lafrance will take up his new position on March 23, 2020, and report to Pierre-Yves Martin, Vice-President, Sales and Business Development.
Gerrie Electric Appoints new Director of Industrial Sales and Technical Solutions Manager
Gerrie Electric announces the promotion of Kevin Wyatt to Director of Industrial Sales for the Central Region as well as the promotion of Amy Carter to Technical Solutions Manager for the Central Region.
Nedco West and Nedco Quebec Appoint General Managers
Anshul Mathur has been appointed to the position of General Manager, Nedco West. This appointment is effective March 30, 2020. Éric Léveillé has been appointed to the position of General Manager, Nedco Quebec effective March 9, 2020.
The UMQ and Hydro-Québec Sign Framework Agreement Concerning use of Transmission Line Rights-of-Way for Recreational and Community Purposes
Suzanne Roy, Acting President of the Union des municipalités du Québec (UMQ) and Mayor of Sainte-Julie, and Marc Boucher, President of Hydro-Québec TransÉnergie, have announced the signing of a framework agreement…
EFC Looking for Product Section Members to be Featured on new electro|POD Podcast Series
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is currently accepting proposals for product section members to be featured in an electro|POD podcast series to promote the innovation and best practices EFC’s various Product Sections are collaborating on.
EHRC Releases Two Thought Papers on Students Transitioning Into the Workforce
It’s become the passport to jump start a career in most industries and the electricity sector is no exception: work-integrated learning (WIL) is an essential step in the transition from school to work and the best way to get ahead of the curve.
Canada and Quebec Investing in Improved Access to Renewable Energy in Northern Quebec
The Canadian government and government of Quebec have announced a joint investment to connect the road stop at km 381 of the James Bay Road to the Hydro-Québec electrical distribution network with a power line approximately 41 kilometres long.
David Energy, A New Kind of Energy Company, Announces $1.5 Million in New Funding
David Energy, a new kind of energy provider, announced the close of its $1.5 million Pre-Seed round co-led by Box Group and Greycroft. Great Oaks, Oceans, and a group of strategic angel investors including Zach Weinberg, Nat Turner, and Kiran Bhatraju also joined the round.
ECAA PEC Training Courses in March: Basic Electrical Estimating and Estimating & Finalizing the Tender
The sole purpose of the Professional Electrical Contractor (PEC) program is to provide the technically trained Master Electrician with an opportunity, through a custom designed education, to become a well informed electrical contractor.
Recap of the ABB FIA Formula E Championship Season 6 Race in Marrakesh
On February 28th, 2020, the ABB FIA Formula E Championship headed to magical Marrakesh for the fifth round of Season 6.
Transmission Line to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Create more Reliable Power Supply
The Federal governemnt announced funding for the Birtle Transmission Line linking Saskatchewan to Manitoba’s green, renewable energy.
