January 15, 2024
Watt’s the Word Podcast’s first episode of 2024 features Melvin Newman, the CTO and co-founder of PataBid. We dive into the world of electrical innovation, discussing PataBid’s groundbreaking estimating software in the construction industry.
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Find more information at patabid.com
Melvin is a contributor to Electrical Industry News Week. You can find his aritcles HERE.
July 3, 2023 Sales Outsource Solutions invites you to a special event where they showcase all that they have to offer. They will be featuring all of their vendor partners from across the industry, along with revealing the latest solutions that their manufacturers offer – alongside refreshments, as well. This year, Sales Outsource Solutions will…
This course will help you evaluate the suitability of a product or equipment item for installation in a hazardous location per Canadian Electrical Code requirements.
Ideal Supply is back in person with their annual trade show on April 26th and 27th in Stratford, Ontario featuring over 150 booths.
May 16, 2023 Are you caught up in the day-to-day hustle of your life but never seem to find time to plan for your financial future? Well you are not alone. Now women are becoming more financially empowered and successful. One of the keys to success is creating a plan for your financial future. It’s…
August 4, 2023 Have a listen as Brad and Brandon catch up with Abbie Macnamara and Olivia Rock, the Co-Chairs of the BCEA Women’s Network. They discuss their careers in the electrical industry, the value that the Women’s Network is bringing to our industry, and what events they have planned for the rest of this…
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.
February 14, 2025 By Dara Greaney, Founder & CEO — LEDLightExpert.com As we usher in a new year, many people are turning their attention to their homes in the hopes of updating their decor for 2025. One of the best — and most affordable — ways to instantly update a space is with lighting. People… Read More…
February 14, 2025 Overall, investment in building construction rose 1.9% (+$408.1 million) to $21.8 billion in December, with gains recorded across all components. The residential sector grew 2.2% to $15.1 billion while the non-residential sector was up 1.3% to $6.7 billion. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 4.7% in December. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction increased 1.5%… Read More…
February 14, 2025 The total value of building permits rose 11.0% to $13.1 billion in December. The increase was led by a 21.2% increase in the residential sector, largely due to gains in Ontario and British Columbia. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits issued in December grew 8.8% from the previous month and… Read More…
February 14, 2025 The Investments in Training Equipment funding stream, part of the Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy, helps unions and training providers improve the quality of training through the purchase of equipment and materials that meet the latest industry standards, or by investing in new technology needed to train workers in the Red Seal trades. These… Read More…
February 14, 2025 The GNWT is modernizing the legal framework for construction liens. In 2023, the Builders’ Lien Act was enacted to replace the Mechanics Lien Act. The new legislation was put in place to address modern construction practices. It sets out the legal processes, systems, rights, and remedies for parties involved in construction disputes. The GNWT… Read More…
February 14, 2025 Canada is building more homes, bridges and key infrastructure than at any point in recent history. That requires skilled workers in communities across the country, including in the Atlantic provinces. To encourage more people to join the skilled trades, to build the homes Canadians expect and the resilient economy this moment demands,… Read More…
February 14, 2025 As Nova Scotia continues to experience unprecedented building growth, it’s the perfect time to review and improve the electrical inspection process—with safety as the top priority. Nova Scotia Power and the Department of Labour, Skills, and Immigration are coming together to explore new opportunities—including risk-based electrical inspections—to ensure the process remains safe,… Read More…
February 14, 2025 Starting Thursday, Feb. 13, Albertans will be charged a $200 tax when they register their electric vehicles. This amount is in line with what drivers of a typical internal combustion engine vehicle would be expected to pay each year in fuel tax. The tax will be collected by registry agents, and online… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
