April 20, 2026 Canada’s largest east coast port expansion moves forward as the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is supporting the new Contrecoeur container terminal by loaning $1.16 billion to the Montreal Port Authority (MPA). The investment and partnership between the CIB and the MPA will provide Canada with a new public infrastructure of national significance…
April 20, 2026 April is the ninth annual Construction and Skilled Trades Month in British Columbia, officially proclaimed by the provincial government. This month, and every month, the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) celebrates the many accomplishments and contributions of the construction industry in building a stronger, more sustainable and resilient BC. “Time and time…
April 20, 2026 The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) has officially released its 2026 BC Construction Industry Survey and 2026 Spring Stat Pack. Drawing on trending industry data and perspectives shared by 858 employers and tradespeople across all seven of BC’s development regions, the results paint a picture of a strong and resilient sector that…
April 13, 2026 Toronto Hydro is charging ahead with a new pilot program designed to give local electric vehicle (EV) charging providers direct access to 480‑volt power, simplifying grid connections and making it faster and easier to expand public EV fast charging stations across the city. This new pilot is designed to help expedite the…
April 10, 2026 SATCO proudly announces the celebration of its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of sustained growth, innovation, and service excellence. Concurrently, NUVO, a prominent lighting brand under the SATCO umbrella, celebrates its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of cutting-edge design and creative solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Founded in 1966, SATCO has…
April 10, 2026 D.A.D. Sales announced the addition of Bradey Cameron as an Application Specialist on the D.A.D. Sales Solutions team, Katherine Dickson as an Account Manager on the D.A.D. Sales team, supporting Northern Alberta, and Wendy Dyble as an Account Manager / Inside Sales on the D.A.D. Customer Service Team. “Bradey brings a strong…
April 10, 2026 Liteline announced on LinkedIn that Peter McCumber has joined their team as Regional Sales Manager for the GTA. “We are excited to welcome Peter as Liteline’s Regional Sales Manager-GTA! Peter brings more than two decades of experience in the electrical manufacturing and wholesale industry, where he has established himself as a dynamic…
April 10, 2026 Dixon proudly announces the relocation of its Mississauga branch to 6197 Kennedy Road, enhancing accessibility and customer convenience. Strategically positioned along a busy corridor with excellent access to Highways 401, 410 and 403, the new 14,000-square-foot facility offers improved convenience for customers and partners. The branch features a modern storefront, an enhanced…
April 10, 2026 On March 25, 2026, Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) proudly presented the Award of Excellence to Mike Smith, formerly of Rockwell Automation, in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the electrical industry. The EFC Award of Excellence is a peer-recognized distinction that honours individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and impact in the areas of codes…
April 9, 2026 Mac’s II Agencies has announced a strategic revision of its electric vehicle charging portfolio with the addition of Wallbox, and an expanded partnership with RVE. These partnerships position Mac’s II Agencies to deliver end-to-end EV charging solutions for residential developments and commercial applications throughout British Columbia and Yukon in a whole new way. Since…
April 9, 2026 EB Horsman is pleased to announce the appointment of Shane Smith as Lower Mainland District Manager, effective April 1, 2026. With nearly two decades of experience at EB Horsman & Son, Shane has built a strong foundation across multiple areas of the business. Since joining the company in 2007, he has progressed…
April 9, 2026 NETCO is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2026 Leadership Excellence Award. Established in 2016, this national award recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to apprenticeship training and continuing electrical training across Canada. The recipient is honoured annually at the NETCO National Training Conference. NETCO are seeking nominations for…
April 9, 2026 Bartle & Gibson Co. Ltd., an Alberta-based premier distributor of plumbing, heating, and electrical products, and Eaton Industries (Canada) Company have announced a new regional partnership that expands access to Eaton’s electrical solutions across Western Canada. This agreement enables customers throughout the Western provinces to procure a broad range of Eaton products,…
April 9, 2026 Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), and La Cámara Nacional de Manufacturas Eléctricas (CANAME) – the trade associations collectively representing North America’s electrical manufacturers – today came together to call upon Canada’s Minister Responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade Dominic LeBlanc, United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Jamieson Greer, and Mexico Secretary of the Economy Marcelo Ebrard to…
March 27, 2026 — Skills Ontario welcomes the 2026 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, released today by the Ontario Government and Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy, and applauds the continued commitment to investing in skilled trades, technologies, and workforce development. Skills Ontario was pleased to see the government maintain and strengthen its support…
April 27, 2026 Toronto Hydro is launching a trailblazing customer pilot project designed to help local builders electrify multiplex housing without complex service upgrades. Through Toronto Hydro’s Multiplex PowerPlay, up to six multiplex projects can qualify to receive funding toward a smart energy load management system. Smart load management systems continuously monitor total building energy…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
