June 19, 2023 The Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia commends the provincial government and BC Hydro for taking action to ensure the province has the renewable electricity required to meet our future needs by announcing plans for a call for power in spring 2024, and providing $140 million in funding to the BC Indigenous Clean…
June 19, 2023 CDm2 Lightworks is proud to partner with Landscape Forms. This collaboration aims to deliver innovative and captivating outdoor lighting solutions, combining Landscape Forms’ expertise in outdoor environments with CDm2 Lightworks’ project management expertise and customer experience. Together, they are set to redefine the possibilities of outdoor illumination, creating exceptional experiences in outdoor…
June 19, 2023 Based on digital twin technology and open standards, Atrius DataLab provides integrated deep intelligence, real-time clarity, and automation into building operations Atrius launched DataLab, its most comprehensive building automation platform product to date, to transform and unify operations across a built space. The platform enables applications to quickly automate and centralize control of…
In 2022, CAF-FCA surveyed 159 employers in Alberta about the costs and benefits of apprenticeship training. For every dollar invested in an apprentice, employers received, on average, a $1.41 in return. Alberta employers agreed there are significant additional benefits to training apprentices. Benefits include: ·Better fit with the organization (91%)·Better retention of employees (81%)·Development of in-house mentors (79%)·Effective…
June 19, 2023 Sonepar and Nexans partner to champion the innovation of sustainable solutions on the market. Sonepar’s Green Offer enables Sonepar customers to make sustainable choices to master their carbon footprint, thanks to the company’s sustainability rating. “Close collaboration with our suppliers is key, as they provide us with verified environmental data about their products, thanks…
June 13, 2023 The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is pleased to announce that Zakiah Kassam is the new Chairperson of the ISO technical committee on Environmental management (ISO/TC 207)(link is external). Zakiah Kassam is President of AirVironment Canada, and a Senior Associate of the Boxfish Infrastructure Group. She also serves on SCC’s Governing Council. Zakiah…
June 13, 2023 ABB announced the acquisition of Eve Systems GmbH, a Munich-based leader of smart home products with operations in Europe and the United States. The transaction will make ABB a leader in smart home products based on Matter and Thread, the new interoperating standard and wireless connectivity technology. The combined offer will accelerate…
June 13, 2023 Aliaxis recently announced its registration in Hydro-Québec’s Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) Pilot Project with the intention of obtaining ECOLOGO® RECs in order to cover 100% renewable electricity consumption for all its sites located in Quebec for the year 2023. This is an important step in Aliaxis sustainability commitment to use 100% renewable…
June 13, 2023 ETIM North America announced that CEMBRE, a leading manufacturer of electrical compression connectors, terminals, identification and labeling systems, and cable glands, has joined the North American chapter of the global product classification standards organization. Desiree Grace, President of CEMBRE Americas, commented, “As a global manufacturer, CEMBRE understands the value of a common, global,…
June 13, 2023 Gescan is excited to announce a new partnership with WAGO, a global leader in connection technology. This partnership will allow Gescan to expand its industrial product line and offer a wider range of innovative solutions to its customers. “Gescan continues to align with leading global industrial manufacturers with the partnership agreement with…
E.B. Horsman & Son is thrilled to announce the appointment of Renee Lytle, CFO, as the new Chair of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC).
June 13, 2023 The Ontario Electrical League (OEL) is pleased to announce that Beatrice Sharkey has been appointed President of the OEL. As president, Beatrice will play a pivotal role in supporting the OEL’s mission of promoting, strengthening and representing the electrical industry in Ontario. Beatrice brings a wealth of knowledge and experience, having previously…
June 8, 2023 Nine B.C. clean energy innovators secure a total of $5.2M in funding to propel a carbon-negative future The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is pleased to announce its allocation of $5.2M in non-dilutive funding to expedite the commercial development and global scaling of clean energy innovations originating in British Columbia. Funding was granted through…
June 8, 2023 The federal governemnt has announced the first-ever launch of category-based selection for Canada’s flagship economic immigration management system, Express Entry. Category-based selection will allow Canada to issue invitations to apply to prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training or language ability. Further details on the timing of invitations for individual categories and…
June 8, 2023 Frost & Sullivan recently researched the global intelligent buildings industry and, based on its findings, recognizes ABB with the 2023 Global Customer Value Leadership Award. ABB leverages its long-established industry expertise, advanced technologies, and continual innovation to deliver intelligent building and automation solutions that substantially boost the efficiency of today’s buildings while reducing operational costs….
June 8, 2023 The ECAO (Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario) officially launched their marketplace website to allow electrical contrators to buy and sell excess inventory. “ECAO has been committed to addressing the industry’s needs by directly providing various services and products to our membership to support their business operations. ECAO Marketplace is open to all…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
