Survey Says: Where Electrical Contractors Work

June 19, 2023 By Keith Sones, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development | Valard Construction When you break a dump truck, it’s a pretty traumatic experience. You definitely don’t advertise it and you might even be tempted to lie about it. Or maybe it’s just me. Yes, you read that correctly. I broke a dump truck. …
September 15, 2024 Month over month, the total value of building permits in Canada surged 22.1% to $12.4 billion in July, rebounding from two consecutive monthly declines. Both the residential and non-residential sectors expanded in July. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits in July was up 22.9% compared with the previous month,…
When I first graduated as an occupational safety and health technologist in 1991, I was on a mission to save the world. Armed with my newfound knowledge, I recognized the flaws in the industrial complex and was bound and determined to change everything.
May 15, 2023 Since 2019, Ontario has seen a staggering 310% increase in powerline contacts by the general public, according to the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). To help educate Ontarians and keep them safe, this Powerline Safety Week (May 15 to 21), ESA is busting the myths around the deadly hazards of powerlines. With 19 fatalities and 1,393 overhead…
June 19, 2023 By Keith Sones, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development | Valard Construction When you break a dump truck, it’s a pretty traumatic experience. You definitely don’t advertise it and you might even be tempted to lie about it. Or maybe it’s just me. Yes, you read that correctly. I broke a dump truck. …
September 15, 2024 Month over month, the total value of building permits in Canada surged 22.1% to $12.4 billion in July, rebounding from two consecutive monthly declines. Both the residential and non-residential sectors expanded in July. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits in July was up 22.9% compared with the previous month,…
When I first graduated as an occupational safety and health technologist in 1991, I was on a mission to save the world. Armed with my newfound knowledge, I recognized the flaws in the industrial complex and was bound and determined to change everything.
May 15, 2023 Since 2019, Ontario has seen a staggering 310% increase in powerline contacts by the general public, according to the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). To help educate Ontarians and keep them safe, this Powerline Safety Week (May 15 to 21), ESA is busting the myths around the deadly hazards of powerlines. With 19 fatalities and 1,393 overhead…
June 19, 2023 By Keith Sones, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Development | Valard Construction When you break a dump truck, it’s a pretty traumatic experience. You definitely don’t advertise it and you might even be tempted to lie about it. Or maybe it’s just me. Yes, you read that correctly. I broke a dump truck. …
September 15, 2024 Month over month, the total value of building permits in Canada surged 22.1% to $12.4 billion in July, rebounding from two consecutive monthly declines. Both the residential and non-residential sectors expanded in July. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits in July was up 22.9% compared with the previous month,…
When I first graduated as an occupational safety and health technologist in 1991, I was on a mission to save the world. Armed with my newfound knowledge, I recognized the flaws in the industrial complex and was bound and determined to change everything.
May 15, 2023 Since 2019, Ontario has seen a staggering 310% increase in powerline contacts by the general public, according to the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA). To help educate Ontarians and keep them safe, this Powerline Safety Week (May 15 to 21), ESA is busting the myths around the deadly hazards of powerlines. With 19 fatalities and 1,393 overhead…
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…
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…
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…
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…
March 21, 2025 Unlock Instant Access to the Mersen Fuse Selection Guide Learn how to match voltage ratings, nail amperage calculations, master interrupting ratings, and conquer temperature derating, all without breaking a sweat. Go HERE to download Read More…
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…
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…
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…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.