ECAA Elects Neil Moffatt as New President at AGM
The new President of the ECAA is Neil Moffatt of Calgary.
Stanpro Approved by NLB’s Trusted Warranty Program
Stanpro is proud to announce that its Products Warranty has been awarded certification by the National Lighting Bureau’s (NLB) Trusted Warranty Program. The NLB Trusted Warranty Program recognizes excellence in lighting companies that meet objective quality standards and practices regarding their warranty administration.
Skills Ontario Commemorates Pride Month
June marks is Pride Month, a time to recognize the impact that 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, and all other affirmative ways in which people choose to self-identify) individuals have had on society locally, nationally, and internationally, as well as a time to reflect on striving for and ensuring equal justice and opportunities for all.
ECAO Awarded $1.7 Million to Provide DEI Training
The Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded Skills Development Funding of $1.7 million from the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. Ontario’s Skills Development Program bolsters ground-breaking training and development projects that upskill workers and prepare job seekers for meaningful work in their communities.
Nexans Reinforces its Long Term Relationship with Enedis to Address Energy Transition Challenges on the French Distribution Grid
Nexans has been awarded a contract with a value of more than 100 million euro to supply Enedis with medium voltage power distribution cables and services for the next 4 years.
ISA Leading Development of Electric Energy Operational Technology Security Profile for IEC 62443 Standard
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), global equipment suppliers, and other stakeholders announced the establishment of the Electric Energy OT Security Profile working group hosted by the International Society of Automation ISA99 standards committee.
Technical Safety BC’s State of Safety and Annual Report
Technical Safety BC released its 2021 State of Safety and Annual Report. The report outlines extreme weather events, a lack of public awareness about carbon monoxide safety, and concerns around continued work by unlicensed individuals as some of the most significant safety challenges facing British Columbians.
Apprenticeship Service Funding Announcement at National Apprenticeship Conference in Halifax
The launch of the Apprenticeship Service stands to help overcome financial barriers employers face to hiring and training first-year apprentices, according to the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA).
Blair Mikkelsen Awarded 2021 National Electrical Trade Council Leadership Excellence Award
On day one of the National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) annual educational conference that is hosting leaders from the electrical industry from across the country for two days of networking, education, a trade show and the annual award presentation, NETCO was pleased to present their annual Leadership Excellence Award to someone from the east coast and this year’s recipient fits the bill and exemplifies excellence.
Bird Construction Earns Contract for Phyto Organix Net-Zero Facility
Phyto Organix Foods Inc. has executed a letter of intent to purchase 15 acres of land in the Town of Strathmore, Alberta from the Western Irrigation District as the location of its new, state-of-the-art, net zero emission plant protein processing facility.
AimLite Approved by the National Lighting Bureau’s Trusted Warranty Evaluation Program
AimLite is proud to announce that its Products Warranty has been awarded certification by the National Lighting Bureau’s (NLB) Trusted Warranty Program.
S&C Electric Company Announces Anders Hultberg as New Canadian President
S&C Electric Company recently announced Anders Hultberg as its new president of S&C Electric Canada Ltd. Hultberg will assume his new role as the existing president, Angelo Gravina, transitions into retirement.
Southwire Graduates Eight Employees from Empowering Women in Production Program
Southwire is pleased to announce that it recently graduated eight employees from the Empowering Women in Production program’s pilot cohort in partnership with Women in Manufacturing (WiM).
Green Light to Launch Dual-Energy Offer to Decarbonize the Heating of Buildings
Hydro-Québec and Énergir welcome the Régie de l’énergie’s decision allowing them to proceed with the launch, in June 2022, of a dual-energy offer aimed at decarbonizing the heating of buildings at the lowest possible cost for society.
British Columbians Can Access More in EV Charger Rebates
The Province of British Columbia and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) are making it more affordable for people to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in their homes, businesses and communities.
Westburne Hosts Grand Opening for Calgary Foothills Location
Westburne recently opened their Calgary Foothills store located at 12203 40 St. SE.
