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Government of Canada Invests $10.45M to Accelerate Residential Construction in Quebec

November 8, 2024 To better meet the evolving needs of all regions across the country, the Government of Canada yesterday launched the Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII). Delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs), the RHII supports manufacturers in the residential construction sector in order to accelerate innovation in this industry and transform how homes will be built in the future. The federal government…

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Bartle & Gibson Wins AD North America’s Best Marketing Planning & Execution Award

November 8, 2024 On Wednesday, October 29, 2024, in Chicago, Illinois, Bartle & Gibson was honoured to receive the Best Marketing Planning & Execution Award at the Affiliated Distributors North American Meetings. The award was shared with one of their strategic partners, Leviton. “All of 2024 we have been celebrating our 80 years in business, with our…

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CAF-FCA’s National Mentor Development Program is Accepting Applications

November 4, 2024 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum is currently accepting applications for their Mentor Development Program, and are looking for women and gender diverse individuals in the trades to join them. Along with learning new skills and practical tips from subject matter experts, participants will receive coaching and mentorship from experienced tradespeople. Additionally, participants will…

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Nedco & Rexel Atlantic Partners with Prokeep, a Customer Engagement Platform to Meet Customer Expectations, Leveraging Proximity Model and Omnichannel Approach

November 4, 2024 As part of Nedco & Rexel Atlantic’s digital transformation initiative to meet customers where they are and provide a frictionless buying experience, they have selected to roll out Prokeep, distribution’s leading communication software, across all Nedco locations. As a milestone in its digital transformation, Nedco & Rexel Atlantic, will implement Prokeep, the…

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Gerrie Electric Honoured as 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member of the Year

November 4, 2024 AD Announced on LinkedIn that they have honoured Gerrie Electric as their Canada All-In Member of the Year. “This morning’s Canadian member business meeting saw this group celebrate another one of our terrific members! We are proud to honour Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd. as the 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member…

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ABB Underscores Focus on Electrification and Automation with New Brand Positioning and Tagline ‘Engineered to Outrun’

November 4, 2024 ABB introduces new brand positioning “We help industries outrun – leaner and cleaner” underpinning the next phase of the company’s development as a leader in electrification and automation following its successful transformation period. It articulates what ABB wants to be known for in the minds of its customers. The new brand positioning…

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Southwire Invests in BoxPower

November 4, 2024 Southwire Company, LLC is pleased to announce an investment in BoxPower Inc., a turnkey microgrid platform provider. BoxPower, based in Grass Valley, Calif., designs, installs and manages microgrids for utilities, EV charging and Commercial and Industrial Applications. With modular hardware, advanced software services, and a team of subject matter experts, BoxPower delivers…

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Ontario Appoints Candice White CEO for Skilled Trades Ontario

November 4, 2024 The Ontario government is appointing Candice White as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Skilled Trades Ontario (STO), effective November 25, 2024. Ms. White will continue to deliver on STO’s mandate to grow Ontario’s skilled trades workforce, promote the trades as a career of choice, and modernize services to Ontario’s over…

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Thermon Expands Electric Heater Offering Through Aquisition of F.A.T.I.

October 25, 2024 Thermon has announced the acquisition of Fabbrica Apparecchiature Termoelettriche Industriali S.r.L. (F.A.T.I.), a manufacturer of electric heaters for industrial applications, based in Milan, Italy. F.A.T.I. is a leading designer and manufacturer of electrical heaters and heating systems for a broad range of industrial end markets, including oil & gas, pharmaceutical, renewables, nuclear…

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CDM2 Partners with ELEC-TECH Sales to Expand Emergency Lighting Solutions Across BC

October 25, 2024 CDm2 LIGHTWORKS is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Elec-Tech Sales to bring ABB LUMACELL emergency lighting products and systems into their diverse application-driven solutions. “This partnership with Elec-Tech Sales strengthens our ability to deliver a robust portfolio of integrated lighting, controls, and electrical solutions,” noted Darren Luce, President + Principal of CDm2 LIGHTWORKS. “Together,…

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Manitoba Government Introduces Legislation to Help Build New Housing Faster

October 25, 2024 The Manitoba government has introduced amendments to the Planning Act and the City of Winnipeg Charter Act that would change the appeals process for zoning changes by removing a requirement that made it difficult for municipalities to change local zoning bylaws and allowing faster new housing construction, Municipal and Northern Relations Minister…

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Piloting New Ways to Make Homes More Energy-Efficient and Affordable

October 22, 2024 Canada’s buildings sector is the third-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions across the country. We must increase the scale and pace of retrofitting buildings across the country to make them more energy-efficient, increasing savings and reducing emissions. A federal investment totalling $4.3 million has been announced for five projects funded under the Greener Neighbourhoods Pilot Program (GNPP)…

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Manitoba Restores 1:1 Apprenticeship Ratio

October 24, 2024 Regulatory changes that restore the 1:1 apprentice-to-journeyperson ratio and modernize training programs will come into effect Oct. 30, Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources Minister Jamie Moses announced today. “Restoring the 1:1 ratio supports safe and higher quality training for workers,” said Moses. “All Manitobans deserve to come home safely at…

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RESA Power Significantly Expands Its Medium Voltage Power System Supply and Engineering Capability with the Acquisition of Prime Engineering Ltd.

October 21, 2024 RESA Power, LLC has announced the acquisition of Prime Engineering Ltd. Based in Victoria, British Columbia, Prime is a full-service electrical design, engineering, supply, and services business that has specialized in medium voltage electrical power and control systems, as well as providing electrical field services, since 2010. With the Prime acquisition, RESA Power significantly…

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Hammond Power Solutions Appoints Elec-Tech Sales as New Representative in B.C.

October 21, 2024 Hammond Power Solutions is pleased to announce the appointment of Elec-Tech Sales Ltd. as their new representative for British Columbia, Canada, effective October 15, 2024. For over 40 years Elec-Tech Sales has been representing leading electrical manufacturers in B.C. They have a strong presence with HPS channel partners as well as experience…

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The Government of Canada Announces Funding for Emissions Reduction Alberta Through the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program

October 21, 2024 The Government of Canada is committed to maximizing energy performance and reducing greenhouse gas emissions while helping industry gain a competitive edge. The federal investment of $40 million from the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program (GIFMP) to Emissions Reduction Alberta will help to develop and manage a province-wide program for industry to become more…

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Government of Canada Invests $10.45M to Accelerate Residential Construction in Quebec

Bartle & Gibson Wins AD North America’s Best Marketing Planning & Execution Award

CAF-FCA’s National Mentor Development Program is Accepting Applications

Nedco & Rexel Atlantic Partners with Prokeep, a Customer Engagement Platform to Meet Customer Expectations, Leveraging Proximity Model and Omnichannel Approach

Gerrie Electric Honoured as 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member of the Year

ABB Underscores Focus on Electrification and Automation with New Brand Positioning and Tagline ‘Engineered to Outrun’

Southwire Invests in BoxPower

Ontario Appoints Candice White CEO for Skilled Trades Ontario

Thermon Expands Electric Heater Offering Through Aquisition of F.A.T.I.

CDM2 Partners with ELEC-TECH Sales to Expand Emergency Lighting Solutions Across BC

Manitoba Government Introduces Legislation to Help Build New Housing Faster

Piloting New Ways to Make Homes More Energy-Efficient and Affordable

Manitoba Restores 1:1 Apprenticeship Ratio

RESA Power Significantly Expands Its Medium Voltage Power System Supply and Engineering Capability with the Acquisition of Prime Engineering Ltd.

Hammond Power Solutions Appoints Elec-Tech Sales as New Representative in B.C.

The Government of Canada Announces Funding for Emissions Reduction Alberta Through the Green Industrial Facilities and Manufacturing Program

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