March 11, 2022
With the 2021 Canadian Electrical Code (25th Edition) now in effect (in Alberta), Watt’s the Word thought this was a great time to re-visit their first episode of the show. Here they are chatting with David Myers about some of the biggest changes coming to the new edition, plus discuss the logistics and importance of taking a code updating course.
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April 10, 2023 April 19 and 20, 2023, Palais des congress de Montreal EFC is proud to partner with the Corporation of Master Electricians of Quebec (CMEQ) at this year’s MCEE. The EXPO is Canada’s biggest plumbing, HVACR, hydronic, electrical, and lighting expo. MCEE is a platform for exhibitors to meet current customers, find new…
May 9, 2023 Free webcast will cover why GFCIs are the future of electrical safety. Littelfuse, Inc. invites plant engineers, facility managers, restaurant designers, inspectors, and maintenance and safety professionals to join its electrical safety webcast on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. Central Time. New technology blends a ground-fault circuit interrupter’s (GFCI’s) fast reaction time…
May 31, 2023 In the sixth episode of Sonepar’s Stories of Growth series, they’re headed to Belgium to speak with leaders who joined the Sonepar family as long as nine years ago, and to hear all about their journey since making the transition. Sonepar has built an undisputed leadership position in business-to-business electrical product distribution,…
CSA C22.1:21, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I contains many updates and changes that are potentially significant to electrical professionals. This instructor-led course provides the key changes and impacts to the industry presented in an easy-to-follow format.
Learn about the Canadian Apprenticeship Service (CAS) and how to access funding to support the hiring and retention of new, Level One apprentices in 39 Red Seal trades.
Creating a level-playing field that supports a gender-equal world requires a tiered approach: industry, organizational and individual actions.
June 1, 2023 By Blake Marchand Liteline recently introduced the LUNA OnCloud tunable white WiFi downlight via webinar. The new addition features all the same aspects the LUNA had previously, WET location rating, 360-degree rotation, and 30-degree tilt, with the addition of smart control and colour tuning. The webinar launch was hosted by Daniel Silverstein,… Read More…
The federal and provincial governments and industry organizations have been investing money and putting in work to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the construction industry, although more is needed to fully establish the trades as a viable career path for women as well as other equity deserving groups that are under-represented. Read More…
May 30, 2023 For over 100 years Nexans has been manufacturing cables in Canada from cathode to cable, a story that started with the first copper rod spool that left our original Dundas Street plant in Toronto. From the CN tower to the Confederation Bridge, across the electrical grid from the Atlantic to the Pacific,… Read More…
May 30, 2023 Add Your Voice to EHRC’s Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) Study By Michelle Branigan, CEO, Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) As our industry continues its transformative shift – technologies are changing Canada’s electricity system while our legacy systems must continue to perform, we are seeing new talent requirements as energy policies adapt to… Read More…
Adrian Thomas has been announced by Hammond Power Solutions Inc. as the Company’s next Chief Executive Officer, replacing Bill Hammond who will assume the position of Executive Chairman after 22 years as the CEO. Read More…
June 5, 2023 Bill 38 – The Builders’ Liens Amendment Act (Prompt Payment) has received royal assent, marking a significant milestone for the construction industry in Manitoba. Honourable James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services, expressed his enthusiasm upon the successful passage of Bill 38, stating, “Bill 38 is a significant step towards… Read More…
June 2, 2023 ECAO Board of Directors are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Chris Cimek as President of the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO), effective June 02, 2023. Chris Cimek, Vice-President of E.S. Fox Ltd. has been actively involved in the electrical industry for over 34 years. Today, E.S Fox Limited is… Read More…
June 1, 2023 Leviton Canada has recently announced the nomination of Jason Denstedt as Sales Director – Central Canada (Ontario), effective May 29th, 2023. Jason has over 20 years of sales, strategy, and brand development experience, with Kohler Canada, both regionally and nationally. He is a solution oriented professional, has a comprehensive sales approach and… Read More…
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