Sonepar Announces Retirement of François Anquetilas President of Sonepar Canada
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Sonepar Announces Retirement of François Anquetilas President of Sonepar Canada

Sonepar announced the retirement of current President of Sonepar Canada, François Anquetil, after a successful 36 year career at the company. François will remain as acting President through March 2024 as he transitions responsibilities to incoming President of Sonepar Canada, George McClean.

CAF-FCA Secures Strategic Partnership and Funding from RBC to Advance Women in the Skilled Trades
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CAF-FCA Secures Strategic Partnership and Funding from RBC to Advance Women in the Skilled Trades

November 20, 2023 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA), a collaborative network that connects the apprenticeship community in all regions of Canada, is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership and $100,000 in funding from RBC. This funding will play a pivotal role in accelerating CAF-FCA’s DEI mandate to create more inclusive workplaces and ensure equitable…

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J20
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J20

November 13, 2023 by William (Bill) Burr[i] (The 25th Edition of the CE-C, Part I, (C22.1-21) is available from CSA Group. This discussion of Appendix J -Annex J20 is based on the 25th edition). The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to find the information you need quickly. This series…

Master Electrician Review of Newly Redesigned IDEAL Auger Bits
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Master Electrician Review of Newly Redesigned IDEAL Auger Bits

October 10, 2023 By Blake Marchand Earlier this year, IDEAL Industries launched a new line of single and dual flute auger bits, which IDEAL says are designed to make for a more efficient wood cutting experience. IDEAL’s website lists features like arced cutting edge, coated fluting, nail strike resistance, splinter free cutting, and wet or…

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J18 – Part D
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 25th Edition– A Road Map: Appendix J – Annex J18 – Part D

October 6, 2023 By William (Bill) Burr[i] [i] William (Bill) Burr is an associate member of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, Technical Committee and formerly Chair of the Canadian Advisory Council on Electrical Safety (CACES), Chief Electrical and Elevator Inspector for the Province of BC & the Northwest Territories, Director of Electrical and Gas…