August 31, 2023 The Electric Circuit is introducing new fast-charging stations with dynamic power sharing and making them available for the first time in Canada in the city of Rivière-du-Loup. The new Satellites based charging stations are manufactured by Kempower of Finland and distributed in Québec by Bornes Québec. Three dual charging outlets share a…
August 31, 2023 New changes to regulations under the Renewable Energy Act give the province clear authority to issue development permits for renewable energy developments. Under the Renewable Energy Act, government can regulate the development of renewable energy generation facilities. Proponents of renewable energy developments will still be required to fulfill all provincial environmental impact assessments, including holding…
August 31, 2023 Nova Scotians are invited to provide written comments on proposed amendments to the Nova Scotia Building Code Regulations. The proposed changes to the regulations were released today, August 14. The amendments are needed to adopt the national codes as the new minimum standards for construction in the province. These codes include: “These…
August 31, 2023 The governments of Ontario and Quebec are supporting a new 600 megawatt (MW) trade agreement between Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and Hydro-Québec that will optimize the use of existing electricity generation capacity in both provinces. Today, during the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference, Ontario Minister of Energy Todd Smith and Quebec Minister of Economy,…
August 31, 2023 The Association for Smarter Homes & Buildings (ASHB) Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie Petrone of ABB Buildings Solutions to the ASHB Board of Directors. As Director of Marketing for ABB’s Smart Building Solutions portfolio, Julie Petrone has a deep understanding of how digital automation and controls solutions can…
August 31, 2023 Eric Demers, Partner support / Eng., Schneider Electric has been named the new chair of EFC’s Distribution Equipment Business Section. This Section is led by EFC’s Gurvinder Chopra, VP Standards and Regulations, and Cherith Sinasac, Business Section manager, and represents manufacturers of electrical equipment that distributes electricity to Industrial, Commercial, and Residential…
August 31, 2023 As the company continues its focus on strategic growth and sustainability, Southwire has been awarded the supply of a portion of the underground power cables for Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) by NKT, the project’s turnkey cable supplier and cable system technology owner. CHPE is a transmission project that will deliver 1,250…
August 29, 2023 Trilliant continues to focus on its commitment to sustainability for its customers and the company with new recertifications, awards and assessments. Trilliant previously announced its Integrated Management System was recertified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015. Recently, DEKRA Audits has also recertified Trilliant in the following areas, solidifying Trilliant’s commitment to sustainable business operations: In June…
August 29, 2023 Trilliant has announced it has completed its eighth customer deployment of Prime Energy Suite in 2023. The company also recently integrated two new meter drivers into its vendor-agnostic data collection engine which supports over 300 residential, commercial and industrial (C&I) meter models, making it one of the most powerful meter data collectors…
August 29, 2023 As the world seeks cleaner energy sources, hydrogen is making waves as a promising alternative. It can reduce emissions and power various applications, like transportation and electricity. But with hydrogen fueling technologies constantly evolving, it’s essential to stay compliant and keep up with the upcoming rules and regulations in Canada and the…
August 28, 2023 Tyndale Enterprises, Inc., a provider of arc-rated, flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing, announced its successful launch in the Canadian market to meet the demand for protective clothing programs offering superior choice and service. As a manufacturer, distributor, and service provider, Tyndale offers a deep inventory of the broadest assortment of AR…
August 28, 2023 The Ontario government is launching the Building Faster Fund, a new three-year, $1.2 billion program that provides significant new funding based on performance against provincial housing targets. To ensure more municipalities have the tools needed to build homes and to expand eligibility for the Building Faster Fund, the province is also expanding…
August 28, 2023 The International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI) is proud to announce its rebranding initiative, unveiling a new corporate brand as the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry, effective January 1, 2024. This strategic decision reflects the company’s growth, evolution, and commitment to innovation within the electrical safety space. The renaming of the…
Nexans has announced that their Montreal cable recycling facility has been awarded the Responsibly Produced Copper certification from The Copper Mark.
August 23, 2023 FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and a smart charging solutions provider, was selected as a finalist in two categories for the 2023 Reuters Automotive D.R.I.V.E Honours. This recognition serves as a testament to FLO’s commitment to innovation, expertise, and delivering the best EV charging experience across North America….
August 23, 2023 Families, elders and youth of the Squamish Nation will soon have access to more affordable housing options with construction underway on 95 new rental homes on reserve land. Ravi Kahlon, B.C.’s Minister of Housing; Susie Chant, MLA for North Vancouver-Lonsdale; Jonathan Wilkinson, MP for North Vancouver; Wilson Williams, spokesperson and General Councillor, Squamish Nation;…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
