New Brunswick Legislation Introduced to Support Interprovincial Labour Mobility

New Brunswick Legislation Introduced to Support Interprovincial Labour Mobility

March 28, 2025 The New Brunswick government has introduced legislative amendments to improve labour mobility and reduce interprovincial barriers. “With potential tariff-related disruptions and an uncertain economic climate, workers and businesses need the ability to adapt quickly to quickly changing circumstances,” said Jean-Claude D’Amours, acting minister of post-secondary education, training and labour. “A flexible and…

New Brunswick Electric Vehicle Incentive Will End July 1

New Brunswick Electric Vehicle Incentive Will End July 1

March 28, 2025 The New Brunswick provincial government will end its Electric Vehicle Incentive Program on July 1. “This rebate program made it possible for many New Brunswickers to buy an electric vehicle during their introduction to the market, and is helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Finance and Treasury Board Minister René Legacy, who…

Alberta’s New Budget Includes $20M Skilled Trades Training Investment

Alberta’s New Budget Includes $20M Skilled Trades Training Investment

March 28, 2025 Through their Budget 2025, if passed, Alberta’s government is investing $20 million in continuing funding for the Advanced Skills Centre at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), as part of a three-year total investment of $43 million for pre-construction planning and design. Once operational, the centre is expected to train an…

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ESA Announces Fee Increase and Updates to Solar, Entertainment & Deviation Fees

March 28, 2025 To respond to inflationary pressures, the ESA plans to increase wiring and licensing fees by 2.2% that will come into effect, on April 1, 2025. This increase reflects the inflationary pressures that the ESA, and many organizations, are facing, while continuing to deliver on the ESA’s important mandate for sector and public education and invest in operational…

Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award & CCDA Award for Excellence in Apprenticeship Education

Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award & CCDA Award for Excellence in Apprenticeship Education

March 27, 2025 The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship (CCDA) is pleased to launch the call for nominations for the eighth biennial Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award andthe third biennial CCDA Award for Excellence in Apprenticeship Education. This year, CAF-FCA will be accepting nominations from both education and industry. The Darryl Cruickshank Red…

Tools in the Trades Boot Camp Wraps Up Another Successful Year: Over 1,000 Participants Took Their First Step Toward a Skilled Trades Career

Tools in the Trades Boot Camp Wraps Up Another Successful Year: Over 1,000 Participants Took Their First Step Toward a Skilled Trades Career

March 27, 2025 Support Ontario Youth has announced the successful completion of another season of the Tools in the Trades Boot Camp. This season, 1,089 participants engaged in hands-on training, explored skilled trades career pathways and connected with industry professionals. “Our mission has always been to provide a gateway into the skilled trades through hands-on…

EFC’s Business Sections Welcomes New Field Service Vice Chair

EFC’s Business Sections Welcomes New Field Service Vice Chair

March 21, 2025 EFC is pleased to announce Matthew De Ciantis, M&D De Ciantis Enterprises Inc., as the new Vice Chair of the Field Service Business Section. Matthew is a long-standing professional in the electrical industry who fulfilled many roles within his generational family electrical contracting company. Matthew’s experience and breadth of operational knowledge has…

EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: NOARK Electric

EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: NOARK Electric

March 21, 2025 NOARK Electric is a global manufacturer of low, medium and high low voltage electrical components for industrial applications. They specialize in providing electrical circuit protection and motor control solutions for OEMs, contractors, and distributors. Dedicated to quality and value, their mission is to deliver top-tier products at exceptional price, backed by world-class…

Mac’s II Agencies Strengthens Lighting Division

Mac’s II Agencies Strengthens Lighting Division

March 19, 2025 Mac’s II Agencies Announces Jamie Capell as the New Sales Manager for Lighting Specification Mac’s II Agencies is pleased to announce the expansion of its lighting division with the addition of Jamie Capell as the Sales Manager for Lighting Specification. Jamie brings 25 years of experience in the lighting and electrical industry, most notably…

RENO Lighting Announce New Vice President of Sales

RENO Lighting Announce New Vice President of Sales

March 19, 2025 It is with great excitement that RENO introduce Jean-Claude Lespérance as Vice President of Sales at RENO Lighting. With over 35 years of experience in the Canadian electrical industry, Jean-Claude brings unrivalled knowledge of the market and strong relationship with key industry stakeholders, suppliers, and customers. Holding a college diploma in Electrodynamics…

Canada Invests in Deep Energy Retrofits for Affordable Housing in Hamilton

Canada Invests in Deep Energy Retrofits for Affordable Housing in Hamilton

March 13, 2025 There is a need and an opportunity for Canada to strengthen energy security and affordability for all Canadians. Canada’s buildings sector is the third-largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions across the country. By increasing the scale and pace of building retrofits, we can make homes and buildings more energy-efficient and improve reliability in units.  The federal…

Acuity Rebrands and Introduces New Corporate Identity

Acuity Rebrands and Introduces New Corporate Identity

March 13, 2025 Acuity Brands, Inc.’s corporate name is changing from Acuity Brands, Inc. to Acuity Inc. effective March 26, 2025. Acuity will continue to operate through two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), formerly Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG). They will continue trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “AYI”. “Acuity is positioned for long term growth….