Introducing OmniOn Power: Decades of Expertise in Power Conversion Products with a New Name 

Introducing OmniOn Power: Decades of Expertise in Power Conversion Products with a New Name 

October 4, 2023 The former ABB Power Conversion division which was recently acquired by AcBel Polytech Inc. has unveiled a new identity, OmniOn Power (OmniOn), as part of an extensive rebranding initiative.  To mark the occasion of its new name, OmniOn has released a State of the Power Conversion Industry report, which explores key insights from market research into the…

ABB and Export Development Canada Agree on Global Partnership for Financing Clean Tech Projects

ABB and Export Development Canada Agree on Global Partnership for Financing Clean Tech Projects

September 29, 2023 ABB and Export Development Canada (EDC), Canada’s export credit agency, have signed a global partnership to promote investments in sustainable technologies and projects in Canada and around the world. The support provided by EDC, with a total limit of up to US$ 2.9 billion, will provide ABB’s customers with financing and insurance…

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EFC Quebec Region “Personality of the Year” for 2022, Awarded to Denis Ricard, Agence Ricard

September 28, 2023 Each year, the Quebec region members present the Personality of the Year award to a deserving member in good standing, to recognize an individual who has been a significant contributor to our industry in the Quebec region, demonstrating strong leadership through personal and professional contributions. On August 31st, 2023, during the annual…

BCCA’s Apprenticeship Services Project hits $10M Milestone

BCCA’s Apprenticeship Services Project hits $10M Milestone

September 28, 2023 The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) announced today that it has now issued $10M in financial incentives to small and medium-sized construction industry employers through its Apprenticeship Services project, with $4M more still available to applicants. The project provides employer participants with cash incentives to hire and register first-year apprentices in up…

IEC Honours Six Experts Representing Canada

IEC Honours Six Experts Representing Canada

September 28, 2023 The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is proud to congratulate six experts who received the 1906 Award from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The 1906 Award was created to commemorate the year that IEC was established. It recognizes the invaluable achievements of technical experts in advancing IEC’s standardization work.   A total of 206…

New Funding for Apprenticeship in Alberta will Create 2,000 More Seats

New Funding for Apprenticeship in Alberta will Create 2,000 More Seats

September 25, 2023 A $12.4-million investment from Alberta’s government will create almost 2,000 new apprenticeship seats across the province. Alberta’s economy has momentum, and more skilled labourers are needed to support the province’s workforce, especially in the construction industry. To meet growing demand for highly skilled tradespeople across sectors, and in response to feedback from…

Enhanced GST Rental Rebate Bill Proposed for Purpose-Built Rental Housing 

Enhanced GST Rental Rebate Bill Proposed for Purpose-Built Rental Housing 

September 22, 2023 On September 14, 2023, the Prime Minister announced that the government will introduce legislation to enhance the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Rental Rebate on new purpose-built rental housing, to incentivize construction of much-needed rental homes for Canadians. To build more rental housing, the removal of GST will apply to new purpose-built…

FLO Announces Sale of First FLO Ultra Fast Chargers to Vermont Utility

FLO Announces Sale of First FLO Ultra Fast Chargers to Vermont Utility

September 22, 2023  FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and smart charging solutions provider, announced its first sale of the all-new, FLO Ultra fast charger to Green Mountain Power (GMP) in Vermont. Manufactured with a revolutionary flexible design, FLO Ultra provides drivers with a convenient, intuitive, and lightning-fast charging experience. These first chargers, which…