June 8, 2026 After two days of showcasing their skills, youth on Team Ontario are returning home from Skills Canada National Competition 2026 with 308 medals. At a Closing Ceremony on May 30th following the Skills Canada National Competition in Toronto, which took place from May 28th to May 29th, Team Ontario took home 38…
June 8, 2026 Spartan Controls, a leading provider of industrial automation solutions, is proud to announce the opening of a new facility in Kitimat. The service centre expands Spartan’s presence in Northwestern British Columbia to support the region’s rapidly growing industrial and energy sector. The new facility strengthens Spartan’s ability to deliver local support to…
June 8, 2026 Laurentide Controls is proud to announce the acquisition of C. Latendresse Inc., an industrial and commercial electrical contractor founded in 1976, based in Charlemagne, QC. The transaction closed on May 25, 2026. A Targeted Strategic Reinforcement This acquisition is the result of a strategic convergence: Laurentide brings to C. Latendresse Inc. the…
June 8, 2026 Much of Ontario’s housing stock is aging, and the risks are becoming harder to ignore. More than 𝟴𝟬% 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲-𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟱 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗹𝗱. Between 2019 and 2023, there was an 𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝟯𝟮 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿 in aging multi-unit residential buildings, with the potential…
June 8, 2026 For the 17th consecutive year, Stanpro has been named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Consistency is often quieter than a grand opening or a product launch, but in the world of business, it is the ultimate gold standard. To receive this honor once is a milestone; to receive it every year since…
June 8, 2026 Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is improving access to certification for apprentices in Northwestern Ontario by opening the Agency’s first examination centre in Kenora. CEO Candice White joined the Honourable David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, and Minister Rickford to mark the announcement at Seven Generations Education Institute in…
June 4, 2026 ABB is entering into an expanded distribution relationship with EWEL, an Edmonton-based electrical wholesaler. Effective June 8, 2026, this collaboration expands ABB’s distribution reach across residential, commercial, institutional and industrial sectors in Western Canada. Strengthened market position: This relationship reflects our continued commitment to providing high-quality electrical products with EWEL offering their products to the market through their locations in Western Canada Enhanced customer support: By combining…
June 1, 2026 Nesco Canada has announced the appointment of Alliance Marketing Ltd. as its sales representative for British Columbia, effective June 1, 2026. Nesco Canada manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of electrical products including electrical conduits, flexible aluminum and liquid tight conduit, EMT and rigid elbows, conduit nipples, weatherproof products, explosionproof fittings , and various conduit…
June 1, 2026 Recently, Hammond Manufacturing was pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Tino as its new Southwestern Ontario Regional Sales Representative for the company’s Electrical Enclosures division, effective May 25. Jason Tino brings more than 20 years of technical sales experience across the electrical and industrial markets, with a strong background in customer…
June 1, 2026 Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) announced the release of its Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), a national, structured framework designed to advance Indigenous participation, leadership, and economic opportunity across the unionized construction sector. Led by CBTU’s Director of Workforce Development, Lindsay Amundsen, and in partnership with Mokwateh, an Indigenous-owned consultancy, the IRAP establishes a…
June 1, 2025 Electrozad marks the close of an extraordinary chapter; honouring the career of Dave Kruk and welcoming continued, strong leadership at their London Branch. A Legacy of Excellence: Dave Kruk’s Retirement Electrozad marks a significant milestone with the announcement of Dave Kruk’s retirement, effective July 31, 2026. This marks the conclusion of an…
June 1, 2026 “We’re excited to share that CES Thunder Bay is officially open in Thunder Bay, Ontario! As the first CES branch in Northwestern Ontario, we’re proud to expand our presence and look forward to supporting the local community, employers, and workforce for years to come. We’re looking forward to building new partnerships, creating…
June 1, 2026 Dixon celebrated the opening of their new Mississauga location earlier this month. “We kicked things off with a ribbon cutting to mark this big step forward. The branch sits on a busy four lane corridor and is close to the 401 and 410, making it easier for customers and partners to reach…
May 29, 2026 Franklin Empire, was recognized once again for its industry-leading performance, its global business practices, and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2026 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award. Celebrating over 30 years, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence in private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or greater. To attain the designation,…
May 29, 2026 MacKinnon Magnetics, a Canadian-owned and operated transformer manufacturer based in Concord, Ontario, has appointed Contact Delage as its official sales representative for Quebec and Ottawa. The move strengthens MacKinnon Magnetics’ market access in two important regions for the Canadian electrical channel and adds local representation for distributors, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders. Contact…
May 25, 2026 EB Horsman & Son have announced they are expanding in Northern Alberta with a new branch coming to Grande Prairie. As one of the fastest‑growing cities in the province and a major hub for the oil and gas, forestry, and agriculture sectors, Grande Prairie is a natural fit for their continued growth…
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