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Canada’s Building Trades Unions Launch Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan to Advance Opportunity, Partnership, and Accountability Across the Skilled Trades

June 1, 2026 Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) announced the release of its Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), a national, structured framework designed to advance Indigenous participation, leadership, and economic opportunity across the unionized construction sector. Led by CBTU’s Director of Workforce Development, Lindsay Amundsen, and in partnership with Mokwateh, an Indigenous-owned consultancy, the IRAP establishes a…

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Electrozad Announces Retirement of Dave Kruk Director of Commercial, and the Appointment of Mike Jeffery to Branch Manager, London

June 1, 2025 Electrozad marks the close of an extraordinary chapter; honouring the career of Dave Kruk and welcoming continued, strong leadership at their London Branch. A Legacy of Excellence: Dave Kruk’s Retirement Electrozad marks a significant milestone with the announcement of Dave Kruk’s retirement, effective July 31, 2026. This marks the conclusion of an…

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City Electric Supply Officially Opens Thunder Bay Branch

June 1, 2026 “We’re excited to share that CES Thunder Bay is officially open in Thunder Bay, Ontario! As the first CES branch in Northwestern Ontario, we’re proud to expand our presence and look forward to supporting the local community, employers, and workforce for years to come. We’re looking forward to building new partnerships, creating…

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Dixon Celebrates the Opening of their New Mississauga Location

June 1, 2026 Dixon celebrated the opening of their new Mississauga location earlier this month. “We kicked things off with a ribbon cutting to mark this big step forward. The branch sits on a busy four lane corridor and is close to the 401 and 410, making it easier for customers and partners to reach…

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Franklin Empire Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2026

May 29, 2026 Franklin Empire, was recognized once again for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2026 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award. Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence in private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or greater. To attain the designation,…

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MacKinnon Magnetics Appoints Contact Delage as Sales Representation for Quebec and Ottawa

May 29, 2026 MacKinnon Magnetics, a Canadian-owned and operated transformer manufacturer based in Concord, Ontario, has appointed Contact Delage as its official sales representative for Quebec and Ottawa. The move strengthens MacKinnon Magnetics’ market access in two important regions for the Canadian electrical channel and adds local representation for distributors, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders. Contact…

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EB Horsman & Son Expansion in Alberta: New Grande Prairie Branch Opening 2026

May 25, 2026 EB Horsman & Son have announced they are expanding in Northern Alberta with a new branch coming to Grande Prairie. As one of the fastest‑growing cities in the province and a major hub for the oil and gas, forestry, and agriculture sectors, Grande Prairie is a natural fit for their continued growth…

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Milwaukee Tool Officially Opens Service Hub in Georgina, Ontario

May 21, 2026 Milwaukee Tool today celebrated the official ribbon-cutting ceremony of its first-ever Service Hub in Canada, located at 1 Logistics Ct. in Georgina’s Keswick Business Park. The milestone event was attended by Milwaukee Tool leadership, Town of Georgina officials and local community stakeholders, marking a significant step in Milwaukee Tool’s continued investment in…

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Cascadia Sales Representing Eaton in BC

May 21, 2026 Cascadia Sales are thrilled to announce that effective May 11, 2026, they will officially be representing an expanded portfolio of Eaton brands across British Columbia. “Adding Crouse-Hinds, B-Line, Bussmann, and Cooper Power series to our lineup allows us to provide even more comprehensive electrical solutions to our BC partners,” the company said…

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Nedco Opens New Kelowna Branch

May 21, 2026 In a recent announcement from Nedco, the company celebrated the Grand Opening of the new Kelowna branch on Friday, May 8, 2026. Nedco invited attendees to explore the new 11,000 sq. ft. facility designed to conveniently serve Okanagan customers. The tour of the new facility took place from 11:00 AM to 2:00…

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Leviton Canada Partners with NRG INTENSI‑T Inc. to Strengthen the Presence of Lighting Controls in the Quebec Region

May 21, 2026 Leviton Canada is proud to announce its partnership with NRG INTENSI-T Inc., who will now represent Leviton’s Lighting Controls product line throughout the Quebec region, effective May 1, 2026. This new partnership reflects Leviton’s commitment to strengthening its lighting controls presence in Quebec through experienced, market-focused representation. With deep regional knowledge, an…

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Mac’s II Agencies Expands ABB Partnership into UPS Solutions

May 21, 2026 As demand increases for resilient, always-on power for commercial, industrial, and mission-critical environments, Mac’s II Agencies is strengthening its Power Quality portfolio with ABB systems engineered for diverse conditions. With a broad range of sizes and configurations available, engineers, contractors, and end users can specify power backup and protection solutions with continued confidence, backed…

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EFC Conference Returns to Halifax with Focus on Industry Disruption and Growth

May 20, 2026 Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) will bring together the electrical industry for its 2026 Annual Industry Conference, taking place June 2-4 at the Halifax Convention Centre. Under the theme “WaveMakers: Where Disruption Meets Direction,” the event will focus on the forces reshaping Canada’s electrical supply chain, including electrification, infrastructure investment, digital transformation, and evolving…

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STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities

In a market where speed, flexibility, and reliability have become essential, STA Boxes is reaching a major milestone in its growth journey.

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EECOL Mississauga Branch Now Open

May 19, 2026 To better support their customers across the Greater Toronto Area, EECOL Electric has opened a new branch in Mississauga. Located on Nashua Drive, this new location brings their trusted electrical products, knowledgeable team, and dependable service closer to your day‑to‑day work. Stop by to connect with the team and see how they…

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Changing Scene | Product News

Luminis Wins Red Dot Award for Ellington

May 14, 2026 Luminis, an established innovator and manufacturer of specification-grade, interior and exterior lighting solutions, today announced its Ellington and Trilo families have each received a Red Dot Design Award for Product Design. Dating back to 1955, the Red Dot Design Award is one of the world’s largest design competitions. Every year, the Red…

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Changing Scene

Canada’s Building Trades Unions Launch Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan to Advance Opportunity, Partnership, and Accountability Across the Skilled Trades

Electrozad Announces Retirement of Dave Kruk Director of Commercial, and the Appointment of Mike Jeffery to Branch Manager, London

City Electric Supply Officially Opens Thunder Bay Branch

Dixon Celebrates the Opening of their New Mississauga Location

Franklin Empire Named One of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 2026

MacKinnon Magnetics Appoints Contact Delage as Sales Representation for Quebec and Ottawa

EB Horsman & Son Expansion in Alberta: New Grande Prairie Branch Opening 2026

Milwaukee Tool Officially Opens Service Hub in Georgina, Ontario

Cascadia Sales Representing Eaton in BC

Nedco Opens New Kelowna Branch

Leviton Canada Partners with NRG INTENSI‑T Inc. to Strengthen the Presence of Lighting Controls in the Quebec Region

Mac’s II Agencies Expands ABB Partnership into UPS Solutions

EFC Conference Returns to Halifax with Focus on Industry Disruption and Growth

STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities

EECOL Mississauga Branch Now Open

Luminis Wins Red Dot Award for Ellington

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