Moncton Coliseum Welcomed Record Breaking Trade Event
The 2026 MEET (Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology) Show made its highly anticipated biennial return…
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AEA Electrical Learning EXPO: An Opportunity for Building Connections, Gaining Industry Insights & Discovering New Products for Lighting & Electrical Professionals
The AEA is dedicated to enhancing the image, knowledge, opportunity, and environment of the Canadian electrical industry, and I was able to experience an excellent example of this at their AEA Electrical Learning EXPO…
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MacKinnon Magnetics’ First Transformer Joins Rexel Canada’s 100th Anniversary Museum Collection
The commemorative unit will be permanently displayed in Rexel Canada’s museum and showcase, created to honour the 100th anniversary…
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Family, Factory, Future: Inside Liteline’s Second-Generation Leadership and Canadian Manufacturing Push
Kerrwil had the opportunity to sit with Daniel Silverstein, Co‑President of Liteline, whose career at the company began on the shop floor as a junior fabricator…
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The Hidden Risk in Canada’s Online Electrical Marketplace
Online shopping has reshaped the way Canadians buy electrical products.
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Why Electrical Load Calculations Are Being Rewritten by Residential Electrification
Across Canada, residential electrical design has historically followed a predictable pattern. Load calculations were based on known appliance demands…
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ABB Expands Residential Portfolio with ReliaHome™ Flex and ReliaHome™ ELITE Circuit Breakers to Enable Smarter, Safer Home Electrification
ABB has announced the launch of ReliaHome™ Flex, a modular energy management system, alongside its new generation of ReliaHome™ ELITE circuit breakers…
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Case Study: DarkSky-Friendly Storage Facility Lighting in Kitchener
A well-lit exterior is critical for storage facilities—supporting visibility, security, and peace of mind after dark.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 58 — Passenger Ropeways and Similar Equipment
March 9, 2026 by William (Bill) Burr[i] The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to find the information you need quickly. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document. It is not the intent of these articles to replace the notes…
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Schneider Electric Canada Opens New Canadian Headquarters and EcoFit™ Center in Milton, Ontario
Schneider Electric Canada announces the grand opening of its new Canadian head office and EcoFit™ Center in Milton, Ontario.
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Recall: PureVolt Photoelectric Smoke Detector Recalled Due to Potential Failure to Operate
March 2, 2026 This recall involves Purevolt Photoelectric Smoke Detector model SD119-4 for fire alarm systems, compatible with 4 wires, 12V DC. The product measures 100mm x 48mm and is intended for indoor use, with ceiling or wall mounting. The model number can be found on the label affixed to the back of the product. Issue Health Canada’s sampling…
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Registration Now Open for the 2026 MEET Show
The MEET (Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology) Show is making its highly-anticipated return to the Moncton Coliseum Complex this Spring, May 6th through 7th.
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Electrical Contracting in the AI Era: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Since ChatGPT burst onto the scene in late 2022, AI has gone from tech industry novelty to everyday business tool. Electrical contractors are no exception.
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What Canada’s Lighting Pulse Means for Contractors and Plant Buyers in 2026
January 14, 2025 By John Kerr From the ground, many contractors and plant teams are experiencing the same thing: jobs are there, but they are smaller, more price‑sensitive, and slower to release compared to past years. The Canadian Pulse of Lighting confirms that impression and offers some clear signals about how contractors and plant electrical…
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Tom Penton & Magic Lite: Forty Years of Leadership in Canadian Lighting
January 12, 2026 By John Kerr Sales has always been at the core of Magic Lite’s story, because it was at the core of who its founder Tom Penton was. He genuinely loved sales, loved being independent, and consistently gravitated to roles where he could take personal responsibility for results and build his own customer…
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Nexans Completes Acquisition of Electro Cables Inc. to Strengthen Low-Voltage Solutions (PWR-CONNECT) in North America
Nexans announces the completion of the acquisition of Electro Cables Inc., a well-positioned Canadian manufacturer of low-voltage cable systems…
