Lever Connectors and Twist-Ons: How to Decide Which is Right for the Job
There are many different types of wire connectors, and sometimes it can be hard for electricians to determine which one is best to use.
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Winnipeg Information Bulletin: Low-Risk Voice, Data, Video & Security System Installations
September 17, 2026 Certain types of installations may qualify for a low-risk voice, data, video (VDV) and security system electrical permit. For information related to regular VDV/security system installations, see winnipeg.ca/vdvsystems. Applications must be submitted through Permits Online. Electrical permits and inspections are needed for certain installations of security and similar alarm systems. This makes…
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What Type of Outdoor Light Do I Need for My Application?
September 17, 2026 By Stanpro The right outdoor light starts with the space you need to illuminate and how that space is used. For commercial projects, parking lots and large exterior areas point toward area lights; entrances and building perimeters toward wall-mounted or security lighting; signs, facades and targeted areas toward flood lights; pathways toward…
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Alberta Employers and Tradespeople Share their Perspectives
September 16, 2026 In Alberta’s skilled trades labour market employers and tradespeople are facing growing pressure from tariffs, rising costs, hiring challenges and labour mobility barriers. CAF-FCA’s new report, Hiring, Mobility and Needed Supports: Alberta Employers and Tradespeople Share Their Perspectives, takes a closer look at what’s happening on the ground. Based on surveys of…
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Goal Zero YETI 3000X Power Stations Recalled due to Fire and Burn Hazards
September 16, 2026 This recall involves Goal Zero YETI 3000X power stations. The silver and black portable power stations measure about 62 centimetres (24.4 inches) high, 47 centimetres (18.5 inches) wide, 57 centimetres (22.3 inches) deep and weigh approximately 42 kilograms (92 pounds). The power stations have yellow handles and a digital display at the…
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Procore Groundbreak 2026
Procore Groundbreak returns to Orlando, Florida on October 21-22, bringing together building professionals from across North America to discuss technology, productivity, and the evolution of the construction industry. This year’s theme, “Building and Succeeding Together in the Age of AI,” puts artificial intelligence at the heart of the debate. The program will explore how AI…
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ECAO Executive Director R. Graeme Aitken Statement on Latest Tariff Developments
September 16, 2026 Ontario’s electrical contractors are navigating a period of increased cost, pricing and procurement uncertainty as the latest tariff measures take effect. In his latest statement, ECAO Executive Director R. Graeme Aitken outlines what these developments mean for contractors and how ECAO is working to support members as the situation evolves. ECAO’s recent…
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Alberta Electrical Code: 3 Key Differences Electricians Can’t Afford to Miss
September 16, 2026 By EB Horsman & Son Is Alberta’s electrical code different from the rest of Canada? The short answer is yes. Alberta currently follows the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Part I, for most installations – but electricians also need to follow Alberta-specific rules and processes. These include provincial code bulletins, interpretations, and…
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New ABB and BCG Report Highlights Growing Role of Direct Current Technologies in Future Power Systems
September 16, 2026 ABB published a new report on September 9, 2026, The Strategic Case for Hybrid AC/DC Power: Shaping the Transition to the Next Electrical Architecture, developed in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The report makes the case that direct current (DC) technology is moving from the periphery to the center of industrial, commercial, and digital infrastructure – and that the decisions made by business leaders and…
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Architectural Lighting Trends Transforming Modern Buildings
Buildings are not just about how they’re built or what they are made of anymore. Lighting is a part of how a building works, and it makes people feel.
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 70 & Section 72
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.
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Franklin Empire Notice on New Tariffs for Lighting Products
September 11, 2026 Franklin Empire released the following statement to customers on their website. Source
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ECABC: Update on Tariffs and the Electrical Contractor Industry
September 11, 2026 Tariffs are once again front of mind for Canadians and businesses after negotiations for a new trade deal between Canada and the United States fell through last week. The United States responded to the failed trade talks by introducing 50 per cent tariffs on approximately $28 billion of Canadian goods, which came…
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How the Expanded Buy Canadian Policy Creates New Opportunities for Public Sector Procurement
September 11, 2026 As of June 15, 2026, the federal government’s Buy Canadian Policy expanded significantly, lowering the procurement threshold for strategic federal purchases from $25 million to $5 million. This change means that far more public sector projects will now place greater emphasis on Canadian suppliers, Canadian content, and domestic supply chain resilience. For…
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Canada-U.S. Tariff Update for Electrical Products & Projects from E.B. Horsman
September 11, 2026 By E.B. Horsman & Son As the trade relationship between Canada and the United States continues to evolve, new Canadian counter-tariffs on certain U.S.-origin products took effect on September 8, 2026. These measures may affect pricing and availability across several product categories commonly used within the electrical industry. At E.B. Horsman, our…
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Stephanie Medeiros on EV Infrastructure in Canada, Innovative Technologies, Well-Planned Charging Networks, & Commercial Fleets
September 3, 2026 By Blake Marchand In this Q&A with Stephanie Medeiros, the Head of Mobility at Schneider Electric Canada provides insight into her perspective on EV charging infrastructure in Canada, factors that will contribute to growing EV adoption, grid modernization for commercial fleets, the role of Vehicle-to-Grid and other innovative approaches to electrification. The focus of…
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