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EFC Supporting Industry Amongst Tariff Uncertainty
As a major representative of the electrical and automation industry, Electro Federation Canada remains committed to supporting its members and the industry overall in navigating the complexities of international trade policies. Read More…
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CanREA Launches New and Improved Go Solar Guide 2025
March 21, 2025 The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) launched the 2025 edition of its annual Go Solar Guide today, encouraging Canadians to go solar. The 2025 version is new and improved: Now a web portal, it is free and accessible to everyone, anytime. “CanREA is proud to produce an annual consumer guide containing everything… Read More…
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STANDATA Interpretation: 2024 Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1 Section 6 – Number of Supply Services Permitted
March 21, 2025 Purpose To clarify requirements for installations regarding the number of supply services permitted to be located on one unit of a building consisting of row housing for residential occupancies. Discussion There has been inconsistent application of the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code) Part 1, Rule 6-102 regarding type and location where… Read More…
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PEI Pauses Solar Electric Rebate Program
March 21, 2025 Rebate pre-approval letters for the Solar Energy Rebate program are currently on hold as the PEI government conducts a program review to ensure it continues to provide the best possible benefits to the most Islanders. We appreciate your patience. We do expect the program to be operational in the coming weeks. Check… Read More…
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Mersen Fuse Selection Guide
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EFC’s Business Sections Welcomes New Field Service Vice Chair
March 21, 2025 EFC is pleased to announce Matthew De Ciantis, M&D De Ciantis Enterprises Inc., as the new Vice Chair of the Field Service Business Section. Matthew is a long-standing professional in the electrical industry who fulfilled many roles within his generational family electrical contracting company. Matthew’s experience and breadth of operational knowledge has… Read More…
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EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: NOARK Electric
March 21, 2025 NOARK Electric is a global manufacturer of low, medium and high low voltage electrical components for industrial applications. They specialize in providing electrical circuit protection and motor control solutions for OEMs, contractors, and distributors. Dedicated to quality and value, their mission is to deliver top-tier products at exceptional price, backed by world-class… Read More…
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Mac’s II Agencies Strengthens Lighting Division
March 19, 2025 Mac’s II Agencies Announces Jamie Capell as the New Sales Manager for Lighting Specification Mac’s II Agencies is pleased to announce the expansion of its lighting division with the addition of Jamie Capell as the Sales Manager for Lighting Specification. Jamie brings 25 years of experience in the lighting and electrical industry, most notably… Read More…
