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Fieldwire by Hilti and BoxLock Introduce Real-Time Integration for Lockout Tagout on Single-Line Drawings

May 12, 2025 Fieldwire by Hilti and BoxLock have announced an innovative first-to-market integration that provides real-time Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) status directly onto electrical single-line drawings. The new integration, officially being launched in tandem with the industry’s annual Construction Safety Week, allows Fieldwire users to assign LOTO tasks directly to single-line electrical diagrams. Each task is seamlessly…

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ESA Board of Directors Recruiting for a Director Representing Ontario Licensed Electrical Contractors

May 12, 2025 The Electrical Safety Authority’s (ESA) mission is to improve electrical safety for the well-being of the people of Ontario. With the unprecedented changes in technology and the electrification transformation underway in Ontario, it’s an exciting time to help guide ESA, a delegated administrative authority (DAA), as it evolves its role as a…

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EFC’s Women’s Network Ontario Region Unveils New Committee

May 12, 2025 EFC’s Women’s Network Ontario Region is pleased to unveil a new committee to support its numerous initiatives to support women in the electrical industry. The Women’s Network originated in 2018 to offer a dynamic program specifically tailored to women. Earlier this year, EFC updated its three core pillars to better reflect the…

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Pilot Project in Chilliwack Promotes Skilled Trades to Elementary Students

May 12, 2025 The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA), in collaboration with the BC Road Builders and Heavy Construction Association, is proud to announce the launch of the pilot phase of the Honour the Work initiative this May. This innovative program aims to enhance Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education through hands-on activity…

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George Brown College Launches New Online Certificate Programs to Help Meet the Demand for Skilled Trades in Solar Energy

May 12, 2025 George Brown College is expanding its clean technology training with the launch of two new online certificate programs in the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry. As solar energy is expected to generate 50 per cent of the world’s electricity by 2050, these programs will help meet the growing demand for skilled workers in this…

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BCIT Announces New Mott Electric Pavilion, Enhancing Skills Training Experience for Trades Students in BC

May 12, 2025 The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Mott Electric announced the naming of the new Mott Electric Pavilion at the BCIT Burnaby Campus on May 7, 2025. The pavilion will play a critical role in expanding access to electrical apprenticeship training opportunities, creating over 250 new seats each year to help meet the growing demand…

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Arani Launches “Charge for Change” Program to Donate EV Chargers to Community Organizations Across Canada

May 12, 2025 Arani, a Canadian manufacturer and distributor of electrical and lighting products, has officially launched Charge for Change, a national program donating up to 10 Level 2 commercial EV chargers to non-profit and public institutions across Canada. Unveiled at MCEE Expo in Montreal, the initiative supports schools, libraries, municipal buildings, and other community-serving…

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City Electric Supply Bids Farewell to Vickey Mackay and Brian Doucette

May 5, 2025 After decades of leadership, City Electric Supply bid a warm farewell to two incredible branch managers in their Ottawa District — Vicky Mackay (Ottawa Central & Kemptville) and Brian Doucette (Pembroke). “Their dedication, leadership, and lasting impact will be felt for years to come,” said City Electric Supply on LinkedIn. City Electric Supply are also introducing…

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2025 Skills Ontario Competition & Career Exploration Showcase Highlights the Future Skilled Trade and Technology Workforce

May 5, 2025 Canada’s largest skilled trades and technology conference, the Skills Ontario Competition, is back at the Toronto Congress Centre May 5th – May 6th. Ian Howcroft, CEO of Skills Ontario, said Skills Ontario is changing lives and inspiring leaders through skilled trades and technologies through events like the Skills Ontario Competition. “We look forward…

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Manitoba Government Honours Highest Achieving New Journeypersons

May 4, 2025 The Manitoba government is proud to acknowledge the outstanding work and commitment of newly certified journeypersons, as well as recognize employers and their contributions to Manitoba’s skilled trades, Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation Minister Jamie Moses announced last night at the Legislative Building during the 33rd annual Apprenticeship Highest Achievement Awards…

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Acuity Acquires Sports Lighting Startup M3 Innovation

May 4, 2025 Acuity Inc. has acquired the business assets of M3 Innovation, LLC, a sports lighting startup that uses innovative technology to lower the overall cost of the installation and operation of sports lighting solutions. The acquisition has already closed, and the solution is now part of the Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) business portfolio. M3 Innovation’s products and innovative technology will be available through Acuity’s independent sales network as part of their Lithonia Lighting® brand and through direct sales and utility channels as part of their Holophane® brand. “We are excited to welcome M3 Innovation to ABL. The founders are thought…

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Schneider Electric Advances in Product Environmental Data Transparency

April 28, 2025 Schneider Electric has launched its Environmental Data Program. This initiative, which builds on the legacy Green Premium label, provides customers with unique access to information on the environmental impact of its products, enabling them to make better informed, data-based decisions and meet evolving regulatory requirements with confidence. Schneider Electric has frequently been recognized…

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nVent Sustainability Report Highlights Progress and Focus on Electrification

April 15, 2025 nVent Electric plc announced the release of its 2024 Sustainability Report. The new report highlights nVent’s achievements in each of its sustainability focus areas: People, Products, Planet and Governance. The report also highlights how nVent solutions support electrification, digitalization and sustainability efforts around the world. “nVent is becoming a more focused electrical…

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Ontario Introduces Legistlation to Unlock Trade and Labour Mobility Within Canada

April 18, 2025 As a next step in its plan to protect Ontario by unleashing the province’s economy, the Ontario government is introducing the Protect Ontario through Free Trade within Canada Act to unlock free trade and labour mobility within Canada. This legislation will, if passed, create new opportunities for job creation and investment attraction, supporting economic…

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Ontario, P.E.I. Join Nova Scotia With Legislation to Remove Internal Trade Barriers

April 18, 2025 Prince Edward Island and Ontario have joined the Nova Scotia by introducing reciprocal legislation that will help foster an environment of mutual recognition of goods, services and labour mobility between these provinces. “Leaders across the country are expressing interest in removing trade barriers, and I’m very pleased that P.E.I. and Ontario have…

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New Brunswick Signs MOU with Ontario to Reduce Trade and Labour Mobility Barriers

April 18, 2025 The governments of New Brunswick and Ontario have signed a memorandum of understanding on free trade and labour mobility. “Ontario is New Brunswick’s second-biggest trading partner, and we are excited to be building on the positive momentum to reduce internal trade barriers across Canada,” said Premier Susan Holt. “Today’s signing of this…

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Fieldwire by Hilti and BoxLock Introduce Real-Time Integration for Lockout Tagout on Single-Line Drawings

ESA Board of Directors Recruiting for a Director Representing Ontario Licensed Electrical Contractors

EFC’s Women’s Network Ontario Region Unveils New Committee

Pilot Project in Chilliwack Promotes Skilled Trades to Elementary Students

George Brown College Launches New Online Certificate Programs to Help Meet the Demand for Skilled Trades in Solar Energy

BCIT Announces New Mott Electric Pavilion, Enhancing Skills Training Experience for Trades Students in BC

Arani Launches “Charge for Change” Program to Donate EV Chargers to Community Organizations Across Canada

City Electric Supply Bids Farewell to Vickey Mackay and Brian Doucette

2025 Skills Ontario Competition & Career Exploration Showcase Highlights the Future Skilled Trade and Technology Workforce

Manitoba Government Honours Highest Achieving New Journeypersons

Acuity Acquires Sports Lighting Startup M3 Innovation

Schneider Electric Advances in Product Environmental Data Transparency

nVent Sustainability Report Highlights Progress and Focus on Electrification

Ontario Introduces Legistlation to Unlock Trade and Labour Mobility Within Canada

Ontario, P.E.I. Join Nova Scotia With Legislation to Remove Internal Trade Barriers

New Brunswick Signs MOU with Ontario to Reduce Trade and Labour Mobility Barriers

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