February 6, 2023 UL Solutions, has announced the UL Smart Systems Rating Program to help solidify the definition of a smart product. This program, which is designed to help the smart building industry and smart product original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), puts forth a criteria-based approach using key factors and attributes of a smart building system….
February 6, 2023 The provincial and federal governments and community partners are investing $13.3 million in affordable housing projects in Miramichi. The funding will help create and renovate a total of 49 units for seniors, youth at risk, and women and children escaping domestic violence. “We are pleased to support private and non-profit developers in…
Recently, Island residents with an annual household income under $75,000 became eligible for a free heat pump. “The free heat pump program makes it easy for Island homeowners to help the province reach our nation-leading net zero goals. We’re closing in on nearly 3000 free heat pumps installed so far, and we want to keep…
Wesco International, has unveiled the details of the organization’s international go-to-market brand at ISE Show 2023. “We are proud to share a new international brand identity that underscores Wesco Anixter’s commitment to innovation and in-country expertise, showcasing the company’s ability to provide customers around the globe with the solutions they need to drive operational efficiency…
Leviton has announced the introduction of Matter support to its award-winning Decora Smart Wi-Fi 2nd Gen portfolio of devices.
February, 6, 2023 In continuing to align its business to sustainability principles, FortisBC Energy Inc. (FortisBC) has incorporated sustainability-linked performance targets to establish a market-leading Sustainability-linked Credit Facility (“SLL Credit Facility”). Establishing an SLL Credit Facility enables fees to be adjusted based upon FortisBC’s performance in two sustainability-related areas. “Sustainability is in everything we do…
From mining, to manufacturing, to charging, Canadian businesses and workers are attracting historic investments in the electric vehicle (EV) supply chain. When electric vehicles are made from Canadian minerals, assembled by Canadian auto workers, and powered at Canadian-made chargers, we secure and create jobs, grow our economy, and keep our air clean now and into the future.
Applications are now open for Nova Scotia Power’s 2023 Scholarship and Bursary Program, and Nova Scotian students are encouraged to apply. The program is accepting applications until April 19, 2023. As part of its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, Nova Scotia Power is focused on supporting programs and initiatives that help remove barriers, advance DE&I education and awareness in Nova Scotian communities.
Recently, the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) approved FortisBC Inc.’s (FBC) application for a new deferral account to enable funding to organizations for the purchase and installation of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. Through FBC’s EV Workplace and Fleet Charging Funding Program, eligible organizations can request a one-time FBC funded contribution of $1,920 per Level 2 EV Charger, capped at seven chargers per site.
Reducing pollution from the transportation sector is critical to Canada achieving its climate targets. That’s why the Government of Canada is making it more affordable for Canadians to purchase, charge and drive electric vehicles (EV) across the country. Recently, Julie Dabrusin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, launched a new, integrated, federal zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) infrastructure landing page.
February 1, 2023 During the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference, Steve Clark, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, announced that the government is providing more than $936 million in funds to municipal service managers and Indigenous program administrators in 2023-24 and 2024-25 through initiatives under the National Housing Strategy to maintain and create more…
January 31, 2023 City Electric Supply has annouced two new branches in Sudbury and Kemptville. CES Sudbury: 2302 Algonquin Rd, Greater Sudbury, ON P3E 4Z6 Go HERE for more informaton on the Sudbury branch. CES Kemptville: 11 Precision Dr, Kemptville, ON K0G 1J0 Go HERE for more information on the Kemptville branch. CES Saskatoon: 4011…
Ouellet Group has annouced they have changed the name of the parent company for their various business units to Innovair Solutions.
January 30, 2023 Jeffery Moyle, VP Suplier & Digital Strategy with Rexel Canada Electric announced the appointment of Nadia Teixeira as Director of Digital for Canada to lead the Rexel Canada’s digital transformation. “In this role, Nadia will lead our digital transformation efforts and will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and acceleration of our…
January 30, 2023 In view of recent developments, including rising operational complexity and uncertainty, Legrand has decided to divest its Russian operations and is currently reviewing options for transferring their control in a timely and orderly manner. Legrand’s activities in Russia accounted for approximately 1.5% of full-year sales in 2022. As of December31, 2022, the…
January 30, 2023 EVLO Energy Storage Inc. (EVLO) has announced its participation in a renewable energy project in Summerland, British Columbia. EVLO is partnering with Wildstone Construction Group and Skyfire Energy, a Western Canada solar panel installation contractor, to provide the District of Summerland with its first utility-scale solar facility that combines battery energy storage…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
