July 13, 2026 he government and Siemens Canada are partnering on an energy audit and optimization at the Southeast Regional Correctional Centre. As part of a pilot project, Siemens will use traditional and digital approaches, including their Building X cloud-based software, to identify opportunities for improvement in operating and maintaining building management systems. The project…
July 13, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the third consecutive year. This recognition is based entirely on feedback from employees about their experience working at HPS across its operations in Canada, the United States, Mexico and India. Great Place to Work® is the global…
July 6, 2026 Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce that the third annual Ontario Apprenticeship Summit will take place during National Skilled Trades and Technology Week. Industry partners, skilled trades professionals, and apprentices are invited to attend the Toronto Congress Centre on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. The Ontario Apprenticeship Summit 2026 is focused…
July 6, 2026 In recognition of World Youth Skills Day, which underscores the vital role of skills development among young people, Skills/Compétences Canada (SCC) is proud to officially announce the 31 talented members of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026.These young competitors will begin their training to prepare for the 48th WorldSkills Competition, in Shanghai, China, which will be held…
July 6, 2026 Recently, Westburne hosted over 200 guests and over 60 partners and suppliers at their Brandon Trade Show to celebrate 100 years of Westburne. “Westburne’s annual Midwest Tradeshow welcomed more than 220 attendees in Brandon this year, including representatives from over 60 partner businesses and suppliers. Taking place annually for over 15 years,…
July 3, 2026 Together with BC Hydro, FortisBC and Natural Resources Canada, the Province is supporting families with lower incomes to save money on their utility costs through home-energy improvements. “We are taking action to help people lower their utility bills by expanding our home energy-efficiency programming for lower-income families,” said Adrian Dix, B.C.’s Minister…
July 3, 2026 Nova Scotia’s public housing will soon be powered by clean, renewable electricity, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and stabilizing energy costs. A new agreement with Renewall Energy Inc. will see the company’s Mersey River Wind Project in Queens County supplying renewable electricity to the Province’s public housing, starting in 2027. “Nova Scotia is…
July 3, 2026 __________ Through SkilledTradesBC, the Province is launching the Look West Workforce Readiness Initiative, a project-based funding program to strengthen trades-training opportunities and grow British Columbia’s skilled workforce. “We’re making sure everyone who wants to work in the trades has access to the training and skills they need to get there,” said Jessie…
July 3, 2026 Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) is pleased to announce the return of its third annual Ontario Apprenticeship Summit, taking place November 4, 2026, at the Toronto Congress Centre. Centered on this year’s theme, “Advancing Trades. Accelerating Tomorrow.”, the Summit will bring together leaders, partners, and champions from across Ontario’s apprenticeship and skilled trades ecosystem for a dynamic…
July 3, 2026 Skilled Trades Ontario (STO) has released its 2026–2029 Strategic Plan, outlining how the agency will deliver on its expanded mandate over the next three years. The full plan is available here. The plan is anchored by STO’s aspiration to be Ontario’s champion of the skilled trades, accelerating pathways to rewarding careers that power…
July 3, 2026 Schneider Electric Canada has been chosen by Ontario Transit Group (OTG) to provide advanced electrical and automation solutions for the Ontario Line South – a critical component of Toronto’s largest transit expansion in over half a century. The Ontario Line is a new 15.6-kilometre rapid transit line that will run from Exhibition…
July 3, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions announced it has completed the previously disclosed acquisition of AEG Power Solutions for approximately CAD $365 million, following receipt of all required regulatory approvals. The acquisition marks a significant step in HPS’s strategy to expand beyond its transformer-led foundation and strengthens its role across the broader electrical value chain….
July 3, 2026 __________ Applications for the future skills grant are open for 2026-27, helping more people in British Columbia access affordable, short-term skills training and prepare for jobs. “When British Columbians have access to affordable training, they have more opportunities to advance in their careers and contribute to B.C.’s growing economy,” said Jessie Sunner, Minister…
July 3, 2026 Mac’s II Agencies is proud to announce its renewed partnership with Canadian surge protection specialist Innosys Power, bringing the trusted surge protection portfolio back to engineers and facilities teams across British Columbia and Yukon. This renewed relationship unites two proudly Canadian organizations around a shared focus on reliability, and protecting essential operations from damaging…
June 22, 2026 The Government of Canada has announced that Bill C‑20, the Build Canada Homes Act, has received Royal Assent, marking an important milestone in the Government’s plan to build more homes, faster and help make housing more affordable for Canadians. The Build Canada Homes Act sets out the legislative framework to establish Build Canada Homes as…
June 22, 2026 Please join ECS in welcoming Jonathan Louis as their new Branch Manager of ECS Montreal. “Jonathan brings more than 23 years of experience in sales and business development, including 13 years in sales leadership and 8 years in general management. Throughout his career, he has successfully driven revenue growth, built strong partner…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
