NWT: Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification Board Call for Applications

NWT: Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification Board Call for Applications

November 24, 2023 The Apprenticeship, Trade and Occupation Certification Board for Northwest Territories is seeking applications for an Employer Representative to fill a three-year term. The Board serves as an advisor to the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment on matters related to training and certification of apprenticeship, trades and occupations. It consists of seven industry members…

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Electrical Safety Authority Shares Tips for Staying Safe this Holiday Season

November 24, 2023 The holiday season is fast approaching and homes across Ontario are decking their halls with electrical décor. According to a new survey from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), half (49 per cent) of Ontarians are planning to decorate for a holiday this year or next, yet nearly two-thirds (64 per cent) did…

Sonepar Announces Retirement of François Anquetilas President of Sonepar Canada
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Sonepar Announces Retirement of François Anquetilas President of Sonepar Canada

Sonepar announced the retirement of current President of Sonepar Canada, François Anquetil, after a successful 36 year career at the company. François will remain as acting President through March 2024 as he transitions responsibilities to incoming President of Sonepar Canada, George McClean.

CAF-FCA Secures Strategic Partnership and Funding from RBC to Advance Women in the Skilled Trades
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CAF-FCA Secures Strategic Partnership and Funding from RBC to Advance Women in the Skilled Trades

November 20, 2023 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA), a collaborative network that connects the apprenticeship community in all regions of Canada, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership and $100,000 in funding from RBC. This funding will play a pivotal role in accelerating CAF-FCA’s DEI mandate to create more inclusive workplaces and ensure equitable…

EJTC, ECABC, IBEW Local 213 Announce George Ingham Plaza Project

EJTC, ECABC, IBEW Local 213 Announce George Ingham Plaza Project

November 17, 2023  The Electrical Joint Training Committee (EJTC) and its partners, the Electrical Contractors Association of BC (ECABC) and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 213, have launched the George Ingham Plaza Project to celebrate the electrical industry in B.C. “As we think about the fantastic history of electricity in BC and the people who have shaped it,…

Southwire Canada Announces the Promotion of Andde Persad to Engineering, Codes & Compliance Manager

Southwire Canada Announces the Promotion of Andde Persad to Engineering, Codes & Compliance Manager

November 17, 2023 Southwire Canada is proud to announce the promotion of Mr. Andde Persad to the position of Engineering, Codes & Compliance Manager, effective December 4th, 2023. In this role, Persad will lead Southwire’s wire and cable products to meet and surpass industry standards, codes, and regulations. He will also collaborate with cross-functional teams…

SkilledTradesBC Introduce New Portal for Skilled Trades Certification Trades

SkilledTradesBC Introduce New Portal for Skilled Trades Certification Trades

November 16, 2023 Uncertified workers can now take action to meet the requirements by submitting online applications through SkilledTradesBC’s Portal. Online applications are now available for: APPRENTICESWorkers with less than one year of experience registering their apprenticeship with a sponsor. TRADE QUALIFIERSExperienced workers applying to write the final certification exam in their trade and get…

Samsung C&T and ABB Enter into Global Agreement to Expand Smart Building Capabilities

Samsung C&T and ABB Enter into Global Agreement to Expand Smart Building Capabilities

November 15, 2023 To improve the livability and energy efficiency of large residential, commercial and multi-dwelling residential buildings, ABB Smart Buildings and Samsung C&T Corporation Engineering & Construction Group entered a new global agreement to jointly deliver integrated, holistic building automation, reliable energy distribution, and energy management solutions. This follows a separate global agreement signed…

Schneider Electric Launches New R&D and Testing Facility in Quebec to Support the Global Digital Buildings’ Sector

Schneider Electric Launches New R&D and Testing Facility in Quebec to Support the Global Digital Buildings’ Sector

November 15, 2023 Schneider Electric has announced the grand opening of the Schneider Electric Innovation Lab: Digital Buildings facility in Montreal. This new lab is set to advance innovation in R&D and testing for digital building applications for the global market.  Centrally located in Montreal’s Marconi district in the “Mile Ex” – an area known…

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E.B. Horsman Supporting Giving Tuesday, November 28th

November 15, 2023 GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. It’s a time when Canadians, charities, and businesses come together to celebrate giving and participate in activities that support charities and give back to their communities. This year, on November 28th, 2023, a…

Historic Fairmont Royal York Receives Zero Carbon Building Certification

Historic Fairmont Royal York Receives Zero Carbon Building Certification

November 15, 2023 KingSett Capital and Fairmont Royal York announced today that the landmark hotel in Toronto, ON has received the Canada Green Building Council’s (CAGBC’s) Zero Carbon Building – Performance Standard™ certification. This $65 million project was completed after close to five years of detailed planning and execution.  It will reduce over 7,000 tonnes of carbon annually or 80% of…

Executive VP of Sales (Eastern Canada) retiring after nearly 4 decades of service to the Canadian Electrical Industry & 4 years at ECS

Executive VP of Sales (Eastern Canada) retiring after nearly 4 decades of service to the Canadian Electrical Industry & 4 years at ECS

November 15, 2023 Rick Vascotto, the Executive Vice President of Sales (Eastern Canada), has announced his well-deserved retirement. With over 40 years of experience in the electrical industry, Rick has played an instrumental role in shaping Electrical Cable Supply’s (ECS) success during his time with the company over the last four years. Rick’s contributions have…

City Electric Supply Integrates with PataBid Quantify Estimating Software to Pioneer Pre-construction Collaboration

City Electric Supply Integrates with PataBid Quantify Estimating Software to Pioneer Pre-construction Collaboration

November 14, 2023 PataBid announces a new integration with City Electric Supply. This partnership will improve the productivity and profitability of electrical projects, increase access to electrical estimating software and overall, improve the working conditions of electrical contractors.   “This integration is a game changer for the electrical construction industry.  Improving the accuracy of electrical bidding…