May 30, 2023 Nergica, in collaboration with Ouranos and Hydro-Québec, is releasing today the results of a study on the impact of climate change on wind power potential in North America. The conclusions drawn are very reassuring for the future of wind power in Canada: No significant changes in wind production are anticipated over the…
May 30, 2023 At its annual gala on May 18, 2023, the Stoney Creek Chamber of Commerce recognized Alectra with the ‘Outstanding Large Business Achievement’ award for its commitment to supporting local communities. The Annual Community Achievement Award celebrates businesses larger than 25 employees with excellent leadership, community service and sustainable business practices. “We’re honoured…
May 30, 2023 Dino Alimonti has been selected as Vice President, Sales, Eaton Canada, effective July 1, 2023. In his new role, Dino will be responsible for leading, developing and executing sales strategies across key targeted industry segments. He will manage and direct the growth activities of the Sales and Channel teams as well…
May 29, 2023 NSCC’s Institute of Technology Campus, Nova Scotia Power announced their funding to support the Doreen Parsons Legacy Award through the NSCC Foundation. The award supports alumni of the Women Unlimited (WU) program at the College while honouring Doreen’s legacy as the founder and former CEO of the Women Unlimited Association. About the…
May 29, 2023 Omni Cable LLC (OmniCable) announces it has expanded its Canadian footprint and opened a new location in Mississauga. OmniCable decided to add another location in Canada to accommodate expanding inventory and customers’ needs. “With this new building, we are able to add new products to support our Canadian distributors,” said Ian Rand,…
May 29, 2023 Will add magnetic mounts and fasteners to line-up with Mag Daddy LLC Partnership HellermannTyton has partnered with Mag Daddy LLC to supply their line of ultra-strong magnetic wire-routing mounts and fasteners. The products will be sold through HellermannTyton North America’s distributor network. Key to the product line are neodymium magnets, the strongest…
May 29, 2023 With the onset of spring, SaskPower will begin work to upgrade power infrastructure in Regina’s central business district, ensuring continued reliability. This approximately $9 million investment will involve replacing or removing equipment that has reached the end of its life, including underground cables and duct banks. Planned outages required to complete this…
May 29, 2023 Real-time data modelling will forecast electricity workforce planning for industry, educators, career seekers Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), in partnership with the Government of Alberta, is creating a new labour market data modelling tool to forecast workforce planning needs for the province’s electricity sector. The trifecta of surging electricity demand;…
May 26, 2023 Recently, the entire Nedco Automation team was excited to announce that they have officially achieved Alliance IAD Master certification as part of their partnership with Schneider Electric and their automation solutions. This certification attests to Nedco’s high level of technical competence and expertise in the field of digitalization, as well as a…
May 26, 2023 The federal government has announced the launch of the Canada Greener Affordable Housing (CGAH) program, which will modernize affordable multi-unit residential buildings by making them more energy efficient and affordable to operate, while also extending building lifespans. The CGAH program will make available $1.2 billion in low-interest repayable and forgivable loans over the next…
May 26, 2023 The IBEW First District office has announced Richard Prasad from Local Union 804 – Kitchener as the new Canadian Education Specialist, effective June 1, 2023. The application process involved 13 applicants, “who had outstanding videos and resumes,” the organization commented via press release. Prasad joins the First District Office with an extensive…
May 23, 2023 Spring is here, and so begins the start of home renovation season! Many homeowners are spending time researching their next home renovation project, studying the latest trends, and figuring out their list of must-haves. But even after all that research, they inevitably still have questions on who to hire, inspections and permits….
May 23, 2023 ECAO has announced they will be unveiling ECAO Marketplace, a new website to be introduced at their AGM on June 2nd that will facilitate buying and selling of excess inventory. Stay tuned for more information. www.ecao.org
As the industry evolves to meet climate change goals and ensure a clean, resilient energy future, there is a real opportunity – and need – to include more women in the sector.
May 17, 2023 A new program launched by BuildForce Canada aims to connect job seekers and employers across Canada’s construction sector. Construction Career Pathways facilitates 16-week, paid, entry-level work placements on construction sites across the country. No prior industry experience is needed for workers, and employers can take advantage of financial incentives to help offset…
May 17, 2023 Recently, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, launched the Canada Electricity Advisory Council, an independent body of 19 experts who will provide the Government of Canada with advice on actions needed to achieve our 2035 and 2050 net-zero emissions goals as they pertain to electricity. A clean, reliable and affordable…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
