Zero Emissions Building Exchange Launches in Vancouver
A pioneering collaboration to accelerate zero emission buildings in Vancouver and British Columbia officially launched earlier this month.
Alberta Invests in ERA Clean Technology Challenge
Up to $70 million is available through the Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) Biotechnology, Electricity and Sustainable Transportation (BEST) Challenge to develop new clean-technology projects to cut their energy costs, while reducing greenhouse gases. Funding for the program is provided by the provincial government through ERA.
Call for Nominations: CAF-FCA Board of Directors
In preparation for the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum’s Annual General Meeting on October 18, 2018 in Ottawa, the Nomination Committee is calling for nominations to fill seats subject to election. Deadline nominations: September 17.
Graybar Canada Kitchener Branch and Graybar Energy Certified as ISO 9001: 2015
Graybar Canada’s Kitchener, Ontario Branch has demonstrated its commitment to provide top-quality products and service by upgrading their Quality Management System certification to ISO 9001: 2015.
IBEW’S Tom Reid Assumes NETCO Presidency
The Board of the National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) has elected Tom Reid to serve as President and a director of the Council. Reid is International Vice-President First District Canada for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW).
Schneider Electric Canada and REV Collaborate on Solutions support for Western Canada Customers
REV is partnering with Schneider Electric on its medium voltage line of arc resistance equipment. This partnership allows REV to bring to the Western Canadian market full lifecycle support of these products.
E.B. Horsman & Son Opens Saskatoon Branch
E.B. Horsman & Son – Intec Controls has opened a full line electrical supply location in Saskatoon. The company has moved from Intec Controls’ previous location to a new building located on 815 66th Street in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Schneider Electric Canada and REV Collaborate to Provide Stronger Electrical Solutions Support for Customers in Western Canada
Schneider Electric Canada, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, is enhancing its collaboration with REV, an electrical solutions provider based in Calgary, to provide cutting edge holistic solutions to meet customer demands.
Ideal Industries National Championship: Meet Two Competitors
Running National Championship qualifying events has given Ideal Industries a unique opportunity to connect with hundreds of electricians, apprentices and students across Canada.
Nova Scotia Power and Emera Unveil Province’s First Electric Vehicle Fast-Charging Network
The 12 EV fast-chargers are strategically located, based on a number of criteria including proximity to a 100-series highway, and are located approximately 65 kilometres apart.
October 23-25: CanWEA Conference and Tradeshow
More than 1,500 people are expected to attend the CanWEA Conference and Tradeshow, which will run from October 23 to 25 in Calgary, Alberta.
Saskatchewan Launches Its First 10MW Utility-Scale Solar Project
The province expects the 10 MW utility-scale solar project, east of Swift Current, to be in service as early as 2019.
Toronto Transit Commission Orders up to 40 Battery-Electric Buses
New Flyer Industries Canada ULC has been awarded a contract from the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) for 10 40-foot, zero-emission battery-electric Xcelsior Charge heavy-duty transit buses, with an option to purchase up to 30 more buses over the next two years.
Alberta Electrical Inspectors Solar Workshops
The Solar Energy Society of Alberta and Energy Efficiency Alberta, in partnership with the Electrical Inspectors Association of Alberta, will be conducting six workshops on the Canadian Electrical Code updates for solar photovoltaics.
How Wind Energy Benefits Ontarians
Ontario remains Canada’s leader in clean wind energy with 4,900 MW of installed capacity, supplying approximately 7.5% of the province’s electricity demand. In 2017, Ontario added four installations to the province’s current wind fleet — an additional 119 MW.
BC Hydro Fast Charging Stations Connecting BC East to West
BC Hydro has completed the second phase of its electric vehicle fast charging network, allowing drivers to travel across BC from the Alberta border to Tofino. The next phase will connect drivers north.
