June 28, 2023 The Ontario government is investing $224 million for a new fund to build and upgrade training centres and help tackle the province’s historic labour shortage. Applications for the new Skills Development Fund (SDF) Capital Stream open on June 30. It will help unions, Indigenous centres, and industry associations with funding to build…
June 28, 2023 Canadians are calling for action to fight climate change in a way that will build a strong economy, keep life affordable, and ensure clean air for our communities. The federal government announced an investment of up to $48.7 million from Canada’s Low Carbon Economy Fund to reduce energy costs and support climate…
June 28, 2023 Southwire Canada is pleased to announce that it has been named as a Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Certified™ organization for the third year in a row. The recertification showcases the company’s commitment to its team members, communities and other stakeholders. “I am very proud of our Southwire Canada team for…
June 28, 2023 On the 10th anniversary of International Women in Engineering Day, Hydro One announced the 2023 recipients of the Women in Engineering Scholarship. Granted annually to 10 women studying engineering at an Ontario university, the scholarship is part of Hydro One’s ongoing commitment to increasing the representation of women in engineering within the company and electricity…
June 28, 2023 Siemens is taking another important step to accelerate the energy transition: As an industry first, the company today presented its newly developed software for low-voltage grids. LV Insights X software, part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, enables distribution grid operators (DSO) to tackle their most pressing challenge: the need to significantly increase…
June 28, 2023 As of 12:01 a.m. on June 28, 2023, Hydro Ottawa employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) began strike action. The collective agreement with the IBEW expired on March 31, 2023. The utility has activated its contingency plan to continue to maintain essential service to its customers and community. Additional resources are ready…
June 28, 2023 nVent Electric a global leader in electrical connection and protection solutions, announced the release of its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The report shares nVent’s 2022 achievements in each of its three ESG focus areas of People, Products and Planet and provides updates on progress towards its long-term goals. The…
June 27, 2023 Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the appointment of Shaun MacGarvie as Vice President, Channel Development in Canada. “Shaun is a trusted leader in our industry and has been instrumental in creating synergies across the channel, while bringing innovative approaches to amplify our sales strategy and support the growth of our distributor…
June 27, 2023 Since 1978, the HELUKABEL brand has stood for quality, reliability, and innovation and has acquired expertise and in-depth knowledge in various industries and key technologies. Their mission is to reliably and consistently bring energy and communication to its customers, no matter the circumstance. Their office recently celebrated 10 years in Canada and…
June 27, 2023 Technology and Industry Trends Shaping Canadian Construction As costs escalate at an eye-watering pace, how are construction teams finding ways to build business resilience, improve project performance and address workforce challenges? 500+ construction leaders reveal their current business practices and the technological advancements they’re making in order to drive growth against the…
June 27, 2023 After Ontario introduced legislation that banned regulated professions from requiring Canadian work experience in more than 30 occupations, Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) are the first association to remove it from their application criteria. This has the potential to help thousands of otherwise-qualified professionals pursue their dreams over the coming years, all while maintaining…
June 27, 2023 By completing the 2023 survey, employers and educators have the opportunity to shape the future of HR in the electricity sector. By replying to the survey, your organization’s labour market experience will be communicated to policy makers as well as enabling more accurate HR resource planning. There are two different surveys, one…
June 27, 2023 Hammond Power Solutions Inc. today announced the release of its inaugural ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Report, which formalizes the Company’s commitment to sustainability and marks the beginning of the Company’s efforts to consolidate and report on its work in this important area. “We are excited to release our inaugural ESG Report, which…
June 27, 2023 E.B. Horsman & Son recently congratulated Val Tolea on his new role as their new Langley Branch Manager, effective June 5th. Val has been an integral part of the E.B. Horsman & Son team for the last 17 years. He has held various roles from Material Handler, Counter Sales, and Inside Sales to Richmond…
June 27, 2023 The Alberta Electrical Alliance remains committed to supporting the electrical industry and our valued members by offering scholarships that have exceeded a total value of $280,000 over the years. “We are thrilled to announce the exceptional Corporate Scholarships available this year, which present outstanding opportunities,” said the AEA via their newsletter. Milwaukee…
June 22, 2023 Iron and Earth is pleased to expand its existing programs and add new initiatives to increase the number of workers ready to meet the demands of Canada’s growing green economy. Iron & Earth is continuing to reduce barriers to building community-led climate solutions for a sustainable future through engagement, training programs, infrastructure projects, and…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
