March 22, 2024 Electric Avenue is pleased to announce that Kelsey Bond has accepted the position of National Sales Manager at Electric Avenue, effective immediately. Since her start with the company in 2022, Kelsey has exemplified the type of dedication, innovation, and leadership that propels the company forward. Her rapid acquisition of knowledge about the…
March 22, 2024 Electric Avenue Manufacturing, a supplier of comprehensive electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for commercial, industrial, and residential use, is pleased to announce it has joined AD Electrical – Canada as a new divisional supplier. AD Canada encompasses a vast network of 216 independent distributors across the nation. “This membership signifies our entry…
The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) is thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking Virtual Reality Training Program set to revolutionize apprenticeship training across Canada.
The Ontario government is making it easier to build and connect new public electric vehicle (EV) chargers to the province’s world-class clean electricity grid. Starting May 27, 2024, all local utilities will follow a streamlined process for EV charging connections that will make it easier to set up new charging stations and support the adoption…
March 15, 2024 As of March 1st, Ideal Supply Inc. has purchased Electrical Wholesale Supply, acquiring both the Leamington and Windsor locations. EWS will continue to operate as such for the foreseeable future; as a subsidiary of Ideal Supply Inc. “We are proud and excited to join the communities in which EWS operates and we…
March 15, 2024 The governments of Canada and Quebec have announced that 5 projects with a total of 324 new units will be rapidly built in the city of Québec. The projects were selected as part of the second call for projects under the Société d’habitation du Québec’s (SHQ) Programme d’habitation abordable Québec (PHAQ). Project name…
Schneider Electric has officially announced its partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL). Named the official partner for energy management, Schneider Electric will assess the PWHL’s operations and provide a clear roadmap for decarbonization…
March 8, 2024 The mission of the Office to Advance Women Apprentices (OAWA) Alberta is to open doors for more women to enter and advance their careers to Red Seal certification in the skilled construction trades. The grand opening of OAWA Alberta’s Edmonton office was celebrated on International Women’s Day (March 8, 2024). Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC) received $2.354 million from…
MArch 8, 2024 The Government of Canada and the Regional Town of Cap-Acadie have reached an agreement to fast track 53 housing units over the next three years. This work will help spur the construction of 360 homes over the next decade. The agreement under the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF), will provide over $2 million to eliminate barriers…
March 8, 2024 Sudbury-based companies team up to properly gear-up new trade workers Covergalls Inc. will be outfitting 100 new women in trades coming to Canada by 2025 through the efforts of Sudbury-based recruitment and immigration company IVEY Group. The new initiative was announced this past Tuesday by the IVEY Group during the 2024 PDAC conference…
March 8, 2024 Annual OCS survey finds contractors are expecting more business growth in 2024 With an abundance of current work and more projects on the horizon, Ontario contractors are expecting 2024 to be a busy year, the Ontario Construction Secretariat’s annual Contractor Survey found. While there remains concern about rising costs for materials and…
March 7, 2024 Nova Scotia’s new Community Solar Program will help community groups and businesses set up solar gardens and sell their renewable electricity to subscribers who can’t install their own solar panels. “Not everyone has the ability to install their own solar panels. This program creates the opportunity to buy solar energy from a…
March 7, 2024 A federal investment of $1.8 million to the Region of Durham to install 174 chargers across the region, has been announced. The chargers are expected to be installed by November 2025 and will help EV drivers get to where they need to go with confidence and ease. Before hitting the roads, Canadians can easily map out their route by consulting…
ESA is working towards adoption of the new edition of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC). As part of this process, we are consulting on the proposed amendments to the OESC.
In order to protect the public and the integrity of the Master Electrician accreditation process, the decision has been made to pause virtual Master Electrician exams, effective March 1, 2024, until further notice.
March 1, 2024 the provincial government released a five-year housing strategy to guide efforts across the province to facilitate the growth of housing supply, provide more options for low-and medium-income residents, and support those most in need. Building Together – Prince Edward Island Housing Strategy 2024-2029 was developed through engagement with non-profit and community groups, tenants,…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
