March 19, 2025 It is with great excitement that RENO introduce Jean-Claude Lespérance as Vice President of Sales at RENO Lighting. With over 35 years of experience in the Canadian electrical industry, Jean-Claude brings unrivalled knowledge of the market and strong relationship with key industry stakeholders, suppliers, and customers. Holding a college diploma in Electrodynamics…
March 13, 2025 There is a need and an opportunity for Canada to strengthen energy security and affordability for all Canadians. Canada’s buildings sector is the third-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions across the country. By increasing the scale and pace of building retrofits, we can make homes and buildings more energy-efficient and improve reliability in units. The federal…
March 13, 2025 CBC has reported that BC Hydro is excluding Tesla products from their EV charger incentive program. However, products purchased prior to March 12 will still be eligible. “As of March 12, Tesla chargers, energy storage batteries and inverters are not eligible for rebates, according to B.C. Hydro. Those who have purchased or…
March 13, 2025 Acuity Brands, Inc.’s corporate name is changing from Acuity Brands, Inc. to Acuity Inc. effective March 26, 2025. Acuity will continue to operate through two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), formerly Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). They will continue trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “AYI”. “Acuity is positioned for long term growth….
March 7, 2025 IDEAL Electrical was the first company to obtain a patent to make and sell wire connectors in the United States 96 years ago this month – and today IDEAL® announces a modern look for the brand, which captures the company’s spirit of relentless innovation and the optimistic future of the electrical trade. …
March 7, 2025 Noramco has announced the promotion of Erika Liddle to Commercial & Industrial Account Manager – London. “Since joining us in September as Sales Support, Erika has embraced every challenge with determination, quickly making a strong impression. Her ability to learn, adapt, and build meaningful relationships with our customers has set her apart….
March 7, 2025 Leviton Canada is thrilled to announce the unveiling of their new conveyor system at the Pointe-Claire (Quebec) distribution center, designed to boost efficiency and enhance service for their valued customers across Canada. With cutting-edge automation and improved accuracy, we’re ready to handle your orders faster and more reliably than ever before. This…
March 7, 2025 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is proud to announce that Josie Erzetic, President and CEO at ESA, has been named one of Canada’s Top Women in Safety by the Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) magazine for 2025. The awards recognize exceptional female leaders who shatter glass ceilings while influencing the health and safety…
March 3, 2025 Electrical Cable Supply (ECS) is reinforcing its commitment to supporting the environment with the launch of its “Reel Growth” initiative. In partnership with Evertreen, an organization dedicated to reforestation, ECS will plant one tree for every order placed between March 3 and April 30, 2025 (up to 7,500 trees). This initiative underscores…
March 3, 2025 EB Horsman have introduced David Garrett as their new Burnaby Branch Manager, effective Monday, February 3, 2025. David is a customer-driven leader with over 10 years of experience in the electrical and distribution industries. He firmly believes that putting the customer first is the key to success, and he has built his career around delivering…
March 3, 2025 At the Committee on Internal Trade (CIT) meeting, federal, provincial and territorial ministers agreed on additional measures to eliminate regulatory barriers to internal trade, encourage free movement of labour, and further standardize regulations across Canada. The Government of Canada has been working to enhance the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) by removing and…
March 3, 2025 Starting this year, Alberta taxpayers will benefit from a new eight per cent personal tax bracket on income up to $60,000, down from the previous rate of 10 per cent. When this new tax cut takes effect, taxpayers will save up to $750 in 2025, while two-income families will see savings of…
March 3, 2025 Lack of payment certainty is one of the most significant issues in British Columbia’s construction sector. When contractors don’t get paid on time, it doesn’t just hurt businesses — it costs taxpayers billions annually and blocks cash flow in the economy. The BC Construction Association (BCCA) has launched a new campaign calling…
March 3, 2025 HPS is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumant Vashisht as Vice-Chair of the Dry-Type Transformer Section of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC). This Section represents manufacturers of dry-type transformers that are voltage changing or isolation devices, which are air-cooled rather than liquid cooled. “I am honoured to take on this new role and…
March 3, 2025 Entries are now being accepted for the fourth annual Greenlee Experience, an all-expenses-paid trip being held August 13th to 15th at one of its manufacturing facilities in Elyria, Ohio. Greenlee, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, is holding the exclusive event to celebrate electrical and utility professionals and say ‘thank you’…
February 24, 2025 The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and JOLT have announced a $194 million loan agreement to enable the expansion of JOLT’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network across Canada. The CIB investment will facilitate the installation of up to 1,500 new curbside EV chargers in urban centres, ensuring Canadians have access to convenient charging options. JOLT’s EV…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
