August 1, 2024 nVent Electric plc, a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Thermal Management business (“Thermal Management”), which includes the industry-leading RAYCHEM and TRACER brands, to funds managed by Brookfield Asset Management for a cash purchase price of $1.7…
August 1, 2024 Applications now open for largest round of Skills Development Fund to train workers in manufacturing, construction and technology The Ontario government’s Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream opens today, with up to an additional $260 million available, the biggest funding round since the Fund launched in 2021. Building on the success of the previous…
August 1, 2024 Delta Transformers is proud to announce that it has been Certified by Great Place to Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what team members say about the company culture and real-time experience working at Delta. “Putting people first is core to Delta. Our team’s creativity and dedication not only enhance…
August 1, 2024 Rexel Energy Solutions (RES, a department of Nedco) and ChargeLab have partnered to help Canadian businesses secure grant funding for up to 50% of the costs associated with purchasing and installing new electric vehicle chargers. This funding is available through the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP), administered by Natural Resources Canada. Applications for ZEVIP…
July 29, 2024 FLO applauds the Canadian government for its commitment to helping increase EV adoption with the latest Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) launch and release of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Canada – Updated forecasts estimating charging station deployment needs in Canada. “Today’s announcement is an important step in supporting the rollout of EV…
July 29, 2024 Southwire has announced that it will close its facilities in Santa Fe Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, and Livermore, Calif. Operations will cease at the Livermore and Santa Fe Springs facilities on Oct. 1, 2024, and at the Rancho Cucamonga facility on Nov. 1, 2024. Since 2005, Southwire’s Rancho Cucamonga Customer Service Center (CSC)…
July 29, 2024 The Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency (NSAA) will soon be launching a Journeyperson Financial Incentive Program. This program aligns with the Actions to Accelerate the Growth of Skilled Trades strategy and is a first-of-its-kind program in Canada. It will offer financial incentives to journeypersons to recognize their vital role in training apprentices and supporting their…
July 29, 2024 Delta Transformers is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Bouchard as Regional Sales Manager for Eastern Canada. Jason will be focused on leading sales strategies, drive market expansion and strengthen customer relations. A dynamic leader, Jason has a clear understanding of customer’s needs and excels in team collaboration. As an avid…
July 29, 2024 ECABC has launched a campaign to raise awareness about the urgent need for prompt payment laws in British Columbia. This issue has consistently been the top concern for our contractors, as timely payments ensure they can cover expenses, pay employees, and reinvest in their businesses. BC is one of the last remaining…
Nexans announces the appointment of Timothy King as Vice President of BU North America for Nexans’ D&U AMEA Business.
July 19, 2024 “We are thrilled to introduce Ivan Roy as the new General Manager of Nedco Quebec,” said Nedco on LinkedIn. “Ivan brings a wealth of experience in the electrical distribution industry, having held several leadership positions that have shaped his expertise and leadership skills. As the GMA Regional Director at Nedco Quebec since…
July 18, 2024 The federal government has announced federal investments in two organizations to install 660 Level 2 EV chargers across Nova Scotia: All the chargers are expected to be installed by December 2024 and will help EV drivers get to where they need to go with confidence and ease. Before hitting the roads, Canadians can easily map…
July 18, 2024 City Electric Supply (CES) proudly announces the success of its third annual fundraising golf tournament. Held on May 24th at Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club in Kelowna, the event brought together community members, local electrical companies, customers, vendors, and employees from CES BC Interior District branches including Kelowna, West Kelowna, Penticton,…
July 18, 2024 On Thursday, July 11th, the City Electric Supply Ottawa East branch larked a significant milestone: 25 years of dedicated service to the Ottawa community. Located at 740 Belfast Rd Unit B, Ottawa, ON K1G 0Z5, the branch celebrated this momentous occasion with a lively and engaging event that brought together customers, vendors,…
July 18, 2024 On May 30, 2024, Serge Yasmine and his business, BMX Renovations Inc. pleaded guilty to several offences under the Electricity Act, including three counts of operating an electrical contracting business without a licence. Yasmine and BMX Renovations Inc. were ordered to pay a total fine of $32,500, plus a victim surcharge of…
July 18, 2024 Westburne announced on LinkedIn that they now offer customized cutouts for your enclosure boxes using their state-of-the-art nVent HOFFMAN ModCenter machine in Calgary. The Hoffman ModCenter automates the traditional, lengthy and costly, process of control panel building, such as but not limited to: measuring, marking, drilling, tapping, milling, etching, and much more on…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
