The Canadian Hydropower Association Announces New Corporate Name
The Canadian Hydropower Association (CHA) – the national voice for hydropower in Canada – announced today that it is changing its corporate name to WaterPower Canada (WPC).
Schneider Electric Named #1 Energy-as-a-Service Provider
Global research firm Navigant has named Schneider Electric its #1 energy-as-a-service (EaaS) provider in a recent report for commercial and industrial market segments.
NETCO Leadership Excellence Award Nominations Now Open
Established in 2016, the NETCO Leadership Excellence award honours an industry training professional for his/her role for the success and their outstanding contributions to apprenticeship training and continuing electrical training.
See Which Electrical Industry Members Are Among Canada’s Best Managed Companies
At least 17 privately-owned companies in Canada’s electrical industry continue to earn Canada’s Best Managed Companies awards.
MCEE 2019: 84 Products Registered for New Product Showcase and Competition
New products that offer exciting solutions and opportunities for industry members in the electrical, lighting plumbing, hydronics, and HVACR industries will be centre stage at MCEE 2019, April 24-25 in Montreal.
THE IDEAL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IS BACK… AND BIGGER THAN EVER!
On October 18th. 2018. the “stop” button was pressed for the last time. the final competitors put down their tools, wound up their fish tapes, and congratulated each other on another great event. Then the waiting began.
HARTING offers Expertise and Solutions for E-Mobility
At the 89th Geneva International Motor Show (March 7-17, 2019), the family-owned company will now be presenting its innovative fast-charging technology on the Rinspeed “microSnap” vehicle.
April 13-14: BCEA Basic Electricity Course
The BC Electrical Association’s Introduction to Basic Electricity course will take place April 13-14 at the BCEA office in Burnaby.
Technical Speaker Opportunities at March AEA Electrical Learning Expo
The Alberta Electrical Association still has openings for technical seminars at its Electrical Learning Expo, being held on March 26 in Lethbridge, AB. The seminars offer insights on what’s happening in the electrical industry.
IBEW Canada Awards Five 2018-2019 Scholarships
From 221 applicants, a random draw took place last month at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers’ First District office for five $1,000 post-secondary scholarships.
Unlicensed Contractor Ordered to Pay $25,000 for Unsafe, Illegal Electrical Work
The owner of an Ontario business providing construction and renovation services for residential and commercial customers recently pleaded guilty in Hamilton Provincial Offences Court for conducting unsafe electrical work without an electrical contractor’s licence.
Sakura Distributors Inc. Joins IMARK Canada
Effective immediately, Sakura Distributors Inc. in Surrey, BC has joined the growing ranks of IMARK Canada members.
E.B. Horsman & Son Announces Two Promotions, One New Hire
E.B. Horsman & Son has promoted Juri Vuletin to the position of Director — Industrial Sales & Supplier Relations and Reg Galati to the position of Director — Projects, Corporate Contracts and Indigenous Community Industry Relations.
Eaton’s Curt Hutchins to Spin Off Lighting Business
On March 1 Eaton announced intentions to spin off its lighting business, creating an independent, publicly traded company. Curt Hutchins, Group President of Eaton’s US$2.7B Hydraulics Group, will lead the spin-off…
Federal Government Funds Feasibility Study for Manitoba Hydro Line to Nunavut
The Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) is providing over $1.6 million to support technical and feasibility studies on developing a hydroelectric-fibre optic link that would connect communities in the Kivalliq region to Northern Manitoba.
CSA Updates Standard on General Requirements for Double-insulated Equipment
CSA Group’s Technical Subcommittee on General requirements for double insulated equipment has developed a new edition of CSA C22.2 No. 0.1:19 General requirements for double-insulated equipment.
