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…
May 16, 2023 Province Adding 250 More Training Seats, Bringing Total to 4,450 To support growth in demand of skilled tradespeople, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $1.5 million to expand the number of apprenticeship training seats available to 4,450. This investment enables training institutions to expand their skills training programs, increase apprenticeship intake, and…
May 16, 2023 Stelpro is proud to announce that it has maintained its Canada’s Best Managed Companies Platinum Club member status for the ninth year in a row. The Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary, recognizes excellence in privately owned Canadian companies. To achieve this designation, companies are assessed on…
May 16, 2023 E.B. Horsman & Son (EBH), one of the fastest-growing, employee-owned full-line electrical distributors in Western Canada, announced today that it is a 2023 winner of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and a recipient of a Platinum Club designation, having retained its Best Managed designation for fourteen consecutive years. E.B. Horsman & Son was recognized for…
May 16, 2023 Ceremony Recognizes Employers, Skilled Apprentices Fueling Manitoba’s Economic Growth: Guillemard The Manitoba government is proud to recognize the hard work and dedication of the highest-achieving new journeypersons, along with the employers who mentored them, Advanced Education and Training Minister Sarah Guillemard announced last night at the Legislative Building during the 31st annual…
May 15, 2023 The Ontario government is bringing two new fully electric zero-emission GO buses into service for the first time as part of its plan to support electric vehicles, reduce emissions and expand clean, green transit options across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. “The launch of these electric buses marks a significant milestone in our…
May 15, 2023 Electrozad was recognized for its industry-leading performance and its sustained growth by receiving the prestigious 2023 Canada’s Best Managed Companies award. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Canada’s Best Managed Companies program awards excellence in private Canadian-owned companies with revenues of $50 million or greater. To attain the designation, companies are evaluated on their…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
