NOARK Partners With Innovelec, to Power the Electrical Industry in Western Canada

NOARK Partners With Innovelec, to Power the Electrical Industry in Western Canada

September 26, 2024 INNOVELEC, a supplier of products and services for the electrical industry in Western Canada for over 25 years,  and NOARK Electric, global manufacturer of low-voltage electrical components for industrial applications, have partnered to electrify Western Canada. Specializing in motor controls and protection for Original Equipment Manufacturers, System Integrators and Panel Builders, Noark Electric…

Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc. and Efficiency Capital Partner to Cross Promote Low-Carbon Building Solutions in Canada

Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc. and Efficiency Capital Partner to Cross Promote Low-Carbon Building Solutions in Canada

September 23, 2024 Efficiency Capital (EC), Canada’s first Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) company, and Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc. (MESCA) announced a strategic cross promotional partnership to make low-carbon building solutions more accessible to building owners and operators across Canada. Energy efficiency in buildings, despite being one of the critical pathways to meet Canada’s climate goals, faces…

Siemens to Carve out Electric Vehicle Charging Business to Enable next Level of Growth

Siemens to Carve out Electric Vehicle Charging Business to Enable next Level of Growth

September 23, 2024 Siemens has announced the intention to carve out its eMobility business. The company bundled its eMobility charging activities in 2018 and subsequently organized it into a separate business unit in 2022.  The carve out of Siemens eMobility, which has a strong technological core and portfolio, will give the business entrepreneurial freedom to…

FLO Confirms FLO Station Eligibility for ZEVIP Funding

FLO Confirms FLO Station Eligibility for ZEVIP Funding

September 24, 2024 Canada recently announced trade measures impacting vehicles from China and limiting eligibility under the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) to electric vehicle (EV) charging products manufactured in countries that have negotiated free trade agreements with Canada. Effective October 1, 2024, this directive is expected to have an impact on…

Saskatchewan Partners with IBEW to Deliver Union-Led Apprenticeship Training

Saskatchewan Partners with IBEW to Deliver Union-Led Apprenticeship Training

September 24, 2024 The Government of Saskatchewan and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) signed a letter of intent (LOI) to expand apprenticeship training in Saskatchewan by offering training that is to be union-led and delivered by the IBEW. “Saskatchewan has attracted over $40 billion in new investment in recent years, and this requires…

ABB Opens Expanded Electrical Products Manufacturing Facility in Pointe-Claire Canada
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ABB Opens Expanded Electrical Products Manufacturing Facility in Pointe-Claire Canada

September 24, 2024 ABB’s Installation Products Division in Canada recently opened its newly expanded electrification products manufacturing facility in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. In addition to nearly doubling the size of the facility, ABB’s US$12 million investment creates 40 full-time jobs and doubles production capacity to help meet growing demand for electrical solutions used across North America….

Southwire Signs Contract for Solar System at North Campus Plant

Southwire Signs Contract for Solar System at North Campus Plant

September 20, 2024 Southwire is pleased to announce that it has signed an agreement with Statewide Renewable, a solar project developer, to install a solar array at its North Campus Plant.  The company has a long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and corporate sustainability, and in support of that commitment, is investing in renewable energy as…

Schneider Electric Foundation Turns 25 and Launches the ‘25 Years Young’ Campaign in Canada

Schneider Electric Foundation Turns 25 and Launches the ‘25 Years Young’ Campaign in Canada

September 20, 2024  To mark the 25th anniversary of its foundation, Schneider Electric is launching a global campaign in celebration of both this key milestone and the next generation of young leaders committed to building a fairer, low-carbon society. Non-profits could win a 50K€ grand prize and one of five local prizes totaling 75K€ to…

New Funding Announced to Install Over 3,000 EV Chargers Across Canada

New Funding Announced to Install Over 3,000 EV Chargers Across Canada

September 20, 2024 The federal government has announced investments of $14.9 million for 20 projects that will install more than 3,000 EV chargers across Canada, while raising awareness of the benefits of EVs and advancing training and code upgrades to ensure more communities have access to current information and opportunities to seize the potential of…

ECABC Statement on the Response to BC Hydro’s Call for Clean Power Projects

ECABC Statement on the Response to BC Hydro’s Call for Clean Power Projects

September 20, 2024 Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia President Matt MacInnis issued the following statement on the response to BC Hydro’s call for clean electricity project proposals: “It is very encouraging to see the private sector bring forward projects offering nearly three times the generation capacity BC Hydro is seeking in this first call…

Leviton

Leviton Canada Achieves Another Year of Carbon Neutrality

September 15, 2024 Leviton Canada proudly reaffirms its commitment to sustainability by achieving carbon neutrality once again in 2023. The company has significantly reduced their environmental footprint by 32% compared to 2022, with a substantial impact on transportation. Despite having energy-efficient lighting and relying on hydropower—a clean and renewable energy source—for their facility, transportation (both…

Gescan Announces Partnership with PataBid

Gescan Announces Partnership with PataBid

September 15, 2024 Gescan is excited to announce our partnership with PataBid Quantify. PataBid is a Canadian company, with software built for contractors which integrates live supplier pricing, manual drafting, and AI technology with human expertise to maximize take offs and bidding. Patabid’s Quantify software will allow contractors to access live pricing from Gescan’s website…

Electrical Safety Authority Unveils ‘A-MAZE-ing’ Interactive Experience to Keep Kids Safe from Electrical Harm

Electrical Safety Authority Unveils ‘A-MAZE-ing’ Interactive Experience to Keep Kids Safe from Electrical Harm

September 15, 2024 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) cut the ribbon on its new interactive experience, “The A-MAZE-ing Adventures of Carter Current”, located at the Peel Children’s Safety Village. The interactive space is designed to help educate and keep kids safe from electrical harm by learning about electrical hazards through play. “We are excited to partner with…

Builders Could get Twice the Funding from FortisBC to Build Net-Zero Ready Homes

Builders Could get Twice the Funding from FortisBC to Build Net-Zero Ready Homes

September 15, 2024 FortisBC Energy Inc. and FortisBC Inc. (FortisBC) are doubling the funding available for B.C. builders looking for more affordable ways to build much-needed homes that require less energy for heating, cooling and electricity. FortisBC has worked closely with builders and developers to understand how best to build both fully electric and integrated…

Lumentruss Welcomes Arrival of Howard Yaphe as VP Strategy & Innovation, Looking to Shape the Future of Architectural Lighting

Lumentruss Welcomes Arrival of Howard Yaphe as VP Strategy & Innovation, Looking to Shape the Future of Architectural Lighting

September 13, 2024 Lumentruss, a Montreal-based manufacturer of leading‑edge architectural lighting solutions, is pleased to welcome in its leadership team lighting visionary Howard Yaphe as Vice President – Strategy & Innovation. Lumentruss specializes in integrating LED lighting technology into materials, surfaces and structures, resulting in lighting that blends in seamlessly with the built environment. With…