Ideal Announces 2 New Appointments
Tania Lanteigne (left) joins Ideal Industrical (Canada) Corp. as Bilingual Sales Representative for Canada, and Monique Hinds has transitioned to the role of National Championship Coordinator.
Grote Industries Names Southwire Canada its Supplier of the Year
Southwire Canada (SWC) has been named Supplier of the Year by Grote Industries, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of vehicle lighting and safety systems for boosting its supply chain performance, which has supported Grote Industries sales growth and helped improve the operational efficiency of their manufacturing process.
Scott Lucas Promoted to VP Sales – Electrical Division for Techspan Industries
Techspan Industries is please to announce that Scott Lucas has taken over as VP Sales – Electrical Division for Techspan Industries following the retirement of Brian Power. Scott had previously been National Sales Manager.
Schneider Electric Publishes 2018 Electrical Installation Guide
The downloadable Electrical Installation Guide is meant for all electrical professionals working in commercial, industrial, or domestic electrical installations, including consulting engineers, specifiers, designers, contractors…
ECAA Offering 1-Day Low Voltage Arc Flash and Shock Training Course
The Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta (ECAA) is offering more dates for its one-day course overview based on CSA Z462-2018.
Graybar Canada Opens New Branch in Vaughan, Ontario
The 90,000 sq./ft facility is Graybar Canada’s largest branch and consolidates the Markham and Mississauga locations.
Changes to BC’S Safety Standards Act Weed Out Unqualified Workers
Amendments to the province’s Safety Standards Act now in force enhance safety for workers and the general public by creating barriers for workers without the proper credentials.
Federal Government Launches New Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women
The new Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women provides $3,000 per year or level, up to a maximum amount of $6,000, to registered apprentices who have successfully completed their first or second year/level of an apprenticeship program in eligible Red Seal trades.
Alberta Commits $200M over 20 Years for Local Energy Generation Projects
In response to a growing demand for renewable energy, the Alberta government is investing $200 million in Climate Leadership Plan funds over 20 years to launch a new community generation program.
Edmonton Receives $10.7 Million for 6MW battery storage system
The federal government has announced plans to invest $10.7-million in a battery- and solar-powered smart grid project that will improve electricity delivery, reduce pollution and create jobs in Edmonton.
Standard Assistant Regional Manager Joins BCEA Board
Greg Chapman, Assistant Regional Manager Western Canada for Standard Products Inc., a key player in the company’s success in British Columbia and Alberta since joining the firm in 1997, is now contributing to the success of the BC Electrical Association (BCEA).
Schneider Electric Strengthens Its Commitment to Become Carbon Neutral by 2030
To mark COP24, taking place in Katowice, Poland from December 3 to 14, 2018, Schneider Electric is strengthening its commitments to become carbon neutral by 2030 using solutions that will help accelerate the transition towards a low carbon economy.
Federal Government to Invest $2 Million in Solar-Powered Charging Stations Across Ontario
Natural Resources Canada’s is investing $2 million in Sky Solar Canada Ltd. for a total of 12 solar-powered electric vehicle charging stations at five sites across Ontario.
Utility Employees Respond to Habitat for Humanity Emergency
Over the course of three separate thefts, Habitat for Humanity’s Windsor, Ontario ReStore lost its building tools, materials and truck.
January 29: CanWEA Operations and Maintenance Summit 2019
Taking place in Toronto, Ontario, CanWEA’s Operations & Maintenance Summit is the largest annual wind operations event in Canada. With an expected attendance of over 300 wind energy professionals from across Canada and the United States…
Hydro One Sending a Team to Support Power Grid Recovery Following California Wildfires
Hydro One has mobilized around 20 highly specialized forestry technicians to help inspect the electrical system and assist crews following the devastating effects of wildfires in California.
