Changing Scene

April 20, 2026 Building owners in Atlantic Canada now have a streamlined, fully supported pathway to modernize aging infrastructure, improve energy efficiency, and reduce carbon emissions. The ReCover Initiative (ReCover) and Efficiency Capital have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate deep retrofits and net-zero retrofits for commercial, institutional and multi-unit residential building owners across Atlantic…

April 20, 2026 Agreement includes $8.8 billion to support housing by lowering development charges and support for major transit projects, including Waterfront East Transit and GO 2.0 The Ontario and federal governments signed the Canada-Ontario Partnership to Build in support of shared goals, including building more homes faster to make housing more affordable, getting shovels in the…

April 20, 2026 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) has announced the creation of the Youth Apprenticeship Council, bringing together young apprentices from across Canada to ensure youth perspectives help shape the future of apprenticeship. The inaugural Council includes 11 young apprenticeship leaders representing regions from Yukon Territory to British Columbia to Newfoundland and Labrador. Members…

April 20, 2026 April is the ninth annual Construction and Skilled Trades Month in British Columbia, officially proclaimed by the provincial government. This month, and every month, the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) celebrates the many accomplishments and contributions of the construction industry in building a stronger, more sustainable and resilient BC. “Time and time…

April 20, 2026 The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) has officially released its 2026 BC Construction Industry Survey and 2026 Spring Stat Pack. Drawing on trending industry data and perspectives shared by 858 employers and tradespeople across all seven of BC’s development regions, the results paint a picture of a strong and resilient sector that…

April 13, 2026 Toronto Hydro is charging ahead with a new pilot program designed to give local electric vehicle (EV) charging providers direct access to 480‑volt power, simplifying grid connections and making it faster and easier to expand public EV fast charging stations across the city. This new pilot is designed to help expedite the…

April 10, 2026 SATCO proudly announces the celebration of its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of sustained growth, innovation, and service excellence. Concurrently, NUVO, a prominent lighting brand under the SATCO umbrella, celebrates its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of cutting-edge design and creative solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Founded in 1966, SATCO has…

April 10, 2026 D.A.D. Sales announced the addition of Bradey Cameron as an Application Specialist on the D.A.D. Sales Solutions team, Katherine Dickson as an Account Manager on the D.A.D. Sales team, supporting Northern Alberta, and Wendy Dyble as an Account Manager / Inside Sales on the D.A.D. Customer Service Team. “Bradey brings a strong…

April 10, 2026 Liteline announced on LinkedIn that Peter McCumber has joined their team as Regional Sales Manager for the GTA. “We are excited to welcome Peter as Liteline’s Regional Sales Manager-GTA! Peter brings more than two decades of experience in the electrical manufacturing and wholesale industry, where he has established himself as a dynamic…

April 10, 2026 Dixon proudly announces the relocation of its Mississauga branch to 6197 Kennedy Road, enhancing accessibility and customer convenience. Strategically positioned along a busy corridor with excellent access to Highways 401, 410 and 403, the new 14,000-square-foot facility offers improved convenience for customers and partners. The branch features a modern storefront, an enhanced…

April 10, 2026 On March 25, 2026, Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) proudly presented the Award of Excellence to Mike Smith, formerly of Rockwell Automation, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the electrical industry.  The EFC Award of Excellence is a peer-recognized distinction that honours individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact in the areas of codes…

April 9, 2026 EB Horsman is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Smith as Lower Mainland District Manager, effective April 1, 2026. With nearly two decades of experience at EB Horsman & Son, Shane has built a strong foundation across multiple areas of the business. Since joining the company in 2007, he has progressed…

April 9, 2026 NETCO is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Leadership Excellence Award. Established in 2016, this national award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to apprenticeship training and continuing electrical training across Canada. The recipient is honoured annually at the NETCO National Training Conference. NETCO are seeking nominations for…