Two new directors have been appointed to WorkSafeBC’s governance board. Effective immediately: William Laird Cronk, representative of the public interest, was appointed as a director for a term ending Dec. 31, 2025; and Anil Kumar Niranjan Singh, representative of law or law enforcement, was appointed as a director for a term ending Dec. 31, 2025.
February 8, 2024 LEDVANCE Has Announced the Appointment of Lynnette Schaeffer as the New Director of Training, Overseeing the Innovative LIGHTPOINT® Training Program. Pedro Sega, Head of Marketing USC, expressed his enthusiasm, “We are thrilled to have Lynnette join the LEDVANCE family. With over two decades dedicated to the lighting and electrical industry, her expertise…
Recent amendments to the Subdivision and Development Regulations of the Planning Act will allow for increased housing density across the province. The changes define a new classification of housing unit known as an “accessory dwelling unit” – an independent dwelling unit located on the same lot or parcel of land as an existing single-family dwelling. The regulations define three types of accessory dwelling units: Garden Suite, Secondary Suite and Supportive Suite. Accessory dwelling units could be completely separate from the primary dwelling, attached to or within an existing accessory building (such as an existing detached garage), or a secondary/in-law suite contained within an existing dwelling.
February 7, 2024 The ECAO is pleased to announce the R. Hugh Carroll Safety Awards will now be a featured event at our 2024 Annual General Meeting at Woodbine Racetrack. This exciting change further raises the profile of the R. Hugh Carroll Safety Awards, demonstrating the ECAO’s commitment to promoting and fostering a positive, safety…
February 7, 2024 At its recent meeting, the ELECTRI Council reviewed research proposals for projects recommended by the Program Review Committee as essential to the electrical construction industry. After discussions on the merits and methodologies for each project, the Council voted to accept six new research and education initiatives for 2024. ELECTRI provides each researcher with…
February 6, 2024 Magic Lite is delighted to announce the appointment of Matthew Curtis as the new Product Manager. Bringing a wealth of experience, Matthew joins Magic Lite with an impressive background in product development and management. Matthew’s journey in the lighting industry is marked by a series of significant accomplishments. His experience over the…
February 6, 2024 EngWorks, a leader in explosion safety training and the first IECEx Recognized Training Provider in Canada, has announced a groundbreaking partnership with the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT). This collaboration brings the EngWorks’ Hazardous Locations Fundamentals course to NAIT’s Continuing Education Program, offering expertise and training in the field of explosion…
February 5, 2024 More than 100,000 Ontario residents have enrolled in the Save on Energy Peak Perks program, a residential demand response initiative of the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) that helps ensure the reliability of the electricity grid by reducing peak demand on hot summer days. Participants in Peak Perks help the grid with their smart…
February 5, 2024 The British Columbia Electrical Association (BCEA), Alberta Electrical Alliance (AEA), and the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) have announced agreements between the associations to produce joint CIPHEX West and Electrical Learning Expo trade shows in Vancouver in 2025 and Calgary in 2027. The CIPHEX + Electrical Learning Expo West trade…
February 5, 2024 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) has launched the National Mentor Development Program for Women in the Skilled Trades to offer online programming to develop and enhance mentorship skills for women and gender diverse individuals in the trades. This virtual, 4-month program is facilitated by subject matter experts in collaboration with tradeswomen coaches…
Huskie Tools Inc., a long-standing provider of hydraulic cutting and crimping tools for linemen and electrical contractors, proudly announced its entry into the Canadian market recently through a strategic partnership with the national sales firm Sales Outsource Solutions (SOS). This partnership marks a significant milestone in Huskie’s expansion strategy, aiming to make its cutting-edge products widely available to the Canadian linemen and electrical community.
BeLuce Canada has announced two promotions as part of its Ontario sales team. Alisha MacRitchie has been promoted to Ontario Regional Sales Manager, and Vito Vetro will take on the role of Contractor Sales Lead in the GTA.
With sales support across Canada, X Tronics provides a unique product offering to the Industrial, Automation, Medical, Transportation and Electrification/HEV markets. X Tronics exclusive partners can provide a broad range of solutions in sensors, switches, power, and interconnected products. From medical diagnostics to transportation solutions, X Tronics understands the markets that it serves and the needs of its customers. X Tronics also provides value add services and custom engineered products as well as complete assemblies.
LEDVANCE Canada has announced the promotion of Linda Conejo to Regional Sales Manager for Central Canada. “I am excited to announce that Linda Conejo has been promoted to Regional Sales Manager for Central Canada. Linda brings with her over 22 years of experience with LEDVANCE and a wealth of knowledge on the product and customer side of the business,” said Lori Bagazzoli, General Manager, LEDVANCE Canada.
February 1, 2024 Intralec Electrical Products is pleased to announce the appointments of Nathan Roberts and Brent Kozuh for Southwest Ontario and the Golden Horseshoe, respectively. Nathan Roberts joined the Intralec team in June 2023 to service valued customers in Southwestern Ontario, spanning from Woodstock to Windsor and surrounding areas, as the Outside Sales Representative….
January 30, 2024 Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced Steve Boccadoro, senior vice president and general manager of its electrical business in Canada, has elected to retire following nearly four decades with the company. Chris Fluit will succeed Steve Boccadoro and report to Fernando Ceccarelli, president of Eaton’s Protection, Control and Solutions division, effective…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
