Ontario Electrical Safety Code 29th Edition – Public Consultation
ESA is working towards adoption of the new edition of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC). As part of this process, we are consulting on the proposed amendments to the OESC.
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ECAO: Virtual Master Electrician Exam Paused Due to Irregularities
In order to protect the public and the integrity of the Master Electrician accreditation process, the decision has been made to pause virtual Master Electrician exams, effective March 1, 2024, until further notice.
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Helping Improve Electrical Safety in Canada: CSA Releases 2024 CE Code, Part 1
For over 90 years, the CE Code, Part I has played a vital role in the safety of electrical installations and systems, establishing guidelines and requirements necessary to reduce risks of electric shock, fires, and other electrical hazards.
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The Crucial Role of Male Allyship and Bystanders in Achieving Gender Equity in Workplaces
March 1, 2024 By Muhammad Ahsan, DEI Specialist, EHRC As a male-identifying individual in today’s professional landscape, I’ve observed the pervasive and often unspoken divide that gender inequity creates in the workplace. Witnessing this gap, I need to address it, not just as a bystander but as an active participant in the dialogue and solution….
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2024 EFC Annual Industry Conference: Elevate – May 28-30
Registration opens for EFC’s Annual Industry Conference: Elevate at 1pm on March 1st.
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Using Electrical Estimating Software as Preconstruction Risk Mitigation
In the intricate landscape of preconstruction, where uncertainties often lurk, leveraging the power of electrical estimating software emerges as a strategic cornerstone for effective risk mitigation.
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CAF-FCA Launches National Mentor Development Program for Women in the Skilled Trades
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) launched the National Mentor Development Program for Women in the Skilled Trades to offer online programming to develop and enhance mentorship skills for women and gender diverse individuals in the trades.
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Atlantic Canada’s Largest Trade Event Returns To Moncton This May
February 12, 2024 The MEET (Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology) Show is making its biennial return to the Moncton Coliseum Complex this spring, May 1-2, 2024. This show is the largest trade event east of Montreal and the second-largest industry event of its kind in Canada. Featuring over 400 companies and spanning over 100,000+ square feet,…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 6
Section 6 of the code outlines the rules applicable to the electrical installation of service equipment, including the consumer’s service and the supply service. As per the definitions in Section 0…
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TSBC: 2024 Canadian Electrical Code Impact Assessment
From February 5 to February 23, Technical Safety BC will be hosting a public consultation to gather feedback on the impact of adopting the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code) into BC regulation.
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Eaton’s Steve Boccadoro Retires after 37 years of Electrical Sector Leadership; Chris Fluit to Lead Eaton’s Electrical Business in Canada
January 30, 2024 Intelligent power management company Eaton today announced Steve Boccadoro, senior vice president and general manager of its electrical business in Canada, has elected to retire following nearly four decades with the company. Chris Fluit will succeed Steve Boccadoro and report to Fernando Ceccarelli, president of Eaton’s Protection, Control and Solutions division, effective…
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Registration & Sponsorship Open for the 2024 NETCO National Training Conference
Celebrate NETCO’s 25th Anniversary at the 2024 NETCO Training Conference on September 5 & 6, 2024 at the picturesque “Inn at Laurel Point” in Victoria, BC.
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EB Horsman Announces New Distribution Centre in Northwest Edmonton
EB Horsman is thrilled to announce they are opening a new distribution centre in Northwest Edmonton, Alberta.
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TradeUpBC Professional Development Pathways for Skilled Trades
TradeUpBC brings together British Columbia post-secondary institutions to help experienced tradespeople and employers stay resilient, adaptable, and inclusive by providing access to microcredentials and professional development offerings.
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How to Properly Approach and Complete a Migration or Automation Upgrade in Your Facility
January 2, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Rexel Canada Electrical Inc. is a global electrical distribution organization known in Canada under brands like Nedco, and Rexel Atlantic. Rexel is a leading distributor of high-quality electrical products and services for the residential, industrial, and commercial markets and they have a variety of specialists located across the country…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 0 and Section 2
December 11, 2023 By William (Bill) Burr[i] The 26th Edition of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 (CSA C21-1:24) will be published and available in March 2024. To pre-order a copy go to https://www.csagroup.org/store/. The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to find the information you need quickly. This series…
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