September 14, 2023 SkilledTradesBC CEO, Shelly Gray announced via LinkedIn that their Chief Strategy and Compliance Officer (CSCO), Rod Bianchini will be retiring this December. “Rod began his career as a roofing apprentice, transitioned through various roles over the years before joining SkilledTradesBC in 2013 as the Manager of Apprenticeships Advisors. His kind manner, deep passion for apprenticeship and…
September 14, 2023 Recently, three new Tesla Megapack batteries were delivered to Saint John Energy’s Somerset station, the utility announced on LinkedIn, “giving us access to the largest battery capacity of any electrical utility in Eastern Canada to date, thanks in large part to Natural Resources Canada/Ressources naturelles Canada.” “These new batteries will be installed and…
September 14, 2023 WSG Energy Services has expanded operations in North America by acquiring Servco Industrial Contractors (SIC). British Columbia-based SIC, part of the ServcoCanada group, specializes in mechanical, electrical, demolition and general industrial services and is active in multiple industrial sectors. More than 260 Kitimat-based staff will join the WSG family when SIC is…
Schneider Electric, has announced its plans to launch EcoStruxure Resource Advisor Copilot, a conversational AI tool designed to help business leaders interact with their enterprise energy and sustainability data at even greater speed. Using Large Language Model technology, Schneider Electric has securely built Copilot as a convenient digital companion embedded inside Resource Advisor. Copilot will equip…
September 13, 2023 Fluke Corp, a wholly owned subsidiary of Fortive Corporation, has acquired California-based Solmetric, a market leader in high precision, solar test, and measurement products. This announcement reinforces Fluke’s strategic commitment to investing in the electrification of the world on a global scale, while continuing to bring innovative products to technicians who demand…
September 13, 2023 Electrical Cable Supply (ECS), Canada’s leading independently-owned provider of electrical wire and cable, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Christy Morrison as President. “Christy’s addition to the team will be pivotal for the future growth and continued success of ECS across Canada,” says Hossein Mohseni, Chief Operating Officer at ECS. “With…
Schneider Electric is pleased to announce the appointment of Emily Heitman to the position of Country President, Canada, effective October 1, 2023. Emily succeeds Adrian Thomas, who announced his departure in June to assume a new role as CEO of Hammond Power Solutions.
September 11, 2023 Toronto Hydro is one of the first utilities in Ontario to add a fully electric bucket truck to its fleet. This addition to Toronto Hydro’s decarbonized fleet marks an important step forward for the utility company’s commitment to the electrification of fleet operations and achieving net-zero emissions in its operations by 2040. The utility’s…
September 11, 2023 Save on Energy’s BizEnergySaver helps owners and operators of industrial, commercial, institutional and multi-unit residential buildings reduce energy consumption Energy efficiency remains one of the most cost-effective resources to help meet Ontario’s electricity needs with immediate and long-term benefits. To help industrial, commercial, institutional, as well as multi-unit residential building owners and…
September 8, 2023 True North Solutions, through its True North Instrument and Electrical Services Field Services team, has announced its geographic expansion into the Industrial Heartland Region of Alberta. This regional presence will serve as a base for the continued service of True North’s new and existing clients in the region. Jonathan Kelly, who is…
September 7, 2023 Liteline are thrilled to announce that the LUNA OnCloud, has been honored with an IES Progress Report recognition. The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Progress Report shines a light on cutting-edge advancements in lighting products, research, publications, and design tools from the past year. “At Liteline, innovation is at the core of everything…
September 7, 2023 The Manitoba Motor Dealers Association is thrilled to announce its continued partnership with Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP). In a significant move towards a cleaner, greener Manitoba, MMDA has secured an additional $3 million in funding from NRCan. The fund will support MMDA’s ‘Lead The Charge‘ Program,…
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) conducted a safety blitz in Toronto to assess EV charger installations and found more than 400 incidents of working without an ESA permit – meaning the installation may not be to code or safe.
September 6, 2023 LEDVANCE LLC, the maker of LEDVANCE® and SYLVANIA® General Lighting in the US and Canada, are thrilled to launch the Light Warrior Campaign in support of the Homes For Heroes Foundation. Homes For Heroes is a Canadian charity focused on ending homelessness for military Veterans, through the provision of housing and support…
September 6, 2023 IEWC is adding another location to thier North American operations with a distribution center in Michigan. IEWC’s new facility, located in the Detroit-metro area, will increase our stocking capacity and allow for faster delivery times. “You’ve come to rely on IEWC to provide fast delivery of wire and cable, comprehensive value-add solutions,…
August 31, 2023 Over 25,000 students in grades 7 to 12 will learn about exciting and in-demand careers close to home The Ontario government is expanding its successful skilled trades career fairs, now in its second year, to even more cities with more exhibitors and twice as many participating students. Ontario will need over 100,000…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
