August 11, 2022
This course will increase your awareness and understanding of legal issues and pitfalls common to electrical contractors. The course will also address incorporation, income tax and GST, construction contracts, subcontracts and liability thereunder as well as how to ensure payment for your work – including remedies available under The Builders’ Lien Act.
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Young professionals have an opportunity to take a seat at the Standards development table to participate in various product verticals on a technical or advisory level.
October 21, 2024 This self-study Guide is designed to help construction electricians and apprentices prepare to take the Red Seal Exam, allowing them to perform their trade in Canada. The Guide covers the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, and other CSA Group safety-related standards relevant to construction electrician trade activities as outlined in…
February 23, 2024 The 2024 National Apprenticeship Conference will bring Canada’s apprenticeship community together to highlight promising practices and innovative solutions in apprenticeship training. More than 500 delegates are expected to participate over three days. JUNE 2-4, 2024 | CALGARY, AB Go HERE for more information
January 15, 2024 Join ECAA at their Annual Conference hosted by Provincial President Tim Fehr at the Sheraton Eau Claire in Calgary, Alberta on May 23 – 26th, 2024. For sponsorship inquiries contact Christine Hryniw (chryniw@ecaa.ab.ca); Robin Bobocel (rbobocel@ecaa.ab.ca) or reach out to President, Tim Fehr. This conference will bring in all facets of the…
The IEEE IAS ESTMP Workshop provides a forum for exchanging and advancing industry knowledge in the areas of electrical safety, engineering, project optimization, maintenance and reliability of electrical systems. The Workshop is designed to share new and innovative concepts, best practices, and lessons learned that deliver high value and stimulate innovation. The event will take…
November 17, 2022 Traditional wiring relying on cable connections that require loads of space is a thing of the past and busbar power distribution is now the industry standard for all industrial enclosures. Globally, companies are deploying busbar to power their modular enclosures, primarily due to safety. Busbar alleviates pain points in panel design, engineering,…
January 20, 2025 The total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $739.5 million (-5.9%) to $11.7 billion in November, a second consecutive monthly decline. The residential sector led the decrease, followed by the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits issued in November declined 5.8% from the previous… Read More…
January 20, 2025 On January 7, the Government of Ontario announced 14 new and expanded energy-efficiency programs, including the Home Renovation Savings Program, as part of a new $10.9 billion investment in energy efficiency to help families and businesses save money. Save on Energy and Enbridge Gas, with endorsement from the Ontario government, have partnered to… Read More…
The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO), a collaboration between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Canada and the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association (CECA), has taken a major step in standardizing electrical training across Canada with the launch of its VR Motor Control Training. Read More…
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Section 26 is a general section of the code and applies to the installation of all electrical equipment. Appendix B contains important additional helpful notes. This section is divided into several parts, with the general rules 26-002 to 26-012 applying to all electrical equipment and additional parts for specific types of equipment. Read More…
January 16, 2025 Leviton Canada is pleased to announce structural changes to its Canadian Sales Department, effective January 1, 2025. These changes aim to enhance sales synergy, optimize resource allocation and strengthen their relationships with customers across the country. Jason Denstedt now assumes the role of Vice-President of National ED Sales, overseeing the national Electrical… Read More…
January 16, 2025 Nesco is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Atkinson at Resilient Sales as their sales agent for Northern Ontario, effective January 1st, 2025. “Sean is replacing Steve Wallace, who after decades of providing tireless customer service and sales support is focusing on family and enjoying some well-deserved downtime in retirement,” commented… Read More…
January 15, 2025 ABB Electrification’s Smart Buildings Division and Wieland Electric have announced a strategic partnership to revolutionize modular and serial construction with advanced prefabricated electrical installation systems. The collaboration combines Wieland’s innovative connector technology with ABB’s extensive portfolio – including switches, sockets, installation boxes, energy distribution, and smart home solutions – to deliver plug-and-play… Read More…
January 15, 2025 ABB has announced the acquisition of Lumin, a U.S.-based pioneer and leading provider of responsive energy management systems, to expand its home energy management capabilities in the North American residential sector. The acquisition follows a strategic minority investment by ABB into the company in 2023. Financial terms of the transaction were not… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
