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The Non-Residential Sector Declines in All Three Components Despite Sustained Industrial Permit Level
November 4, 2024 The total value of building permits in Canada decreased by $858.1 million (-7.0%) to $11.5 billion in August, following a strong July during which construction intentions rose sharply (+20.8%). The residential and non-residential sectors contributed to the decrease in August. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits decreased 7.6% in… Read More…
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A Slight Decrease in Residential Building Construction for August
November 4, 2024 Investment in building construction edged up 0.2% to $21.0 billion in August, after a 1.6% decrease in July. The residential sector edged down (-0.1%) to $14.6 billion, while the non-residential sector was up 1.0% to $6.4 billion. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 7.2% in August. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction was… Read More…
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When a Familiar Door Closes
November 4, 2024 By Keith Sones, seasoned utility industry executive Most of the articles I’ve written have been based on personal experiences, many of them occurring decades ago, which eventually translate into helpful life lessons. The years allow the events to marinate in a savoury stew of time and reflection, clarity never coming immediately, or even… Read More…
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Regulatory Changes to Manitoba Apprenticeship and Certification System
November 4, 2024 Effective October 30, 2024, Manitoba’s apprenticeship and certification system will undergo regulatory changes. These changes aim to enhance responsiveness to industry needs, align with Red Seal standards, and improve the quality of apprentice training and safety. Go HERE for more information Source Read More…
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Nedco & Rexel Atlantic Partners with Prokeep, a Customer Engagement Platform to Meet Customer Expectations, Leveraging Proximity Model and Omnichannel Approach
November 4, 2024 As part of Nedco & Rexel Atlantic’s digital transformation initiative to meet customers where they are and provide a frictionless buying experience, they have selected to roll out Prokeep, distribution’s leading communication software, across all Nedco locations. As a milestone in its digital transformation, Nedco & Rexel Atlantic, will implement Prokeep, the… Read More…
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Gerrie Electric Honoured as 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member of the Year
November 4, 2024 AD Announced on LinkedIn that they have honoured Gerrie Electric as their Canada All-In Member of the Year. “This morning’s Canadian member business meeting saw this group celebrate another one of our terrific members! We are proud to honour Gerrie Electric Wholesale Ltd. as the 2024 AD Electrical – Canada All-In Member… Read More…
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ABB Underscores Focus on Electrification and Automation with New Brand Positioning and Tagline ‘Engineered to Outrun’
November 4, 2024 ABB introduces new brand positioning “We help industries outrun – leaner and cleaner” underpinning the next phase of the company’s development as a leader in electrification and automation following its successful transformation period. It articulates what ABB wants to be known for in the minds of its customers. The new brand positioning… Read More…
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Southwire Invests in BoxPower
November 4, 2024 Southwire Company, LLC is pleased to announce an investment in BoxPower Inc., a turnkey microgrid platform provider. BoxPower, based in Grass Valley, Calif., designs, installs and manages microgrids for utilities, EV charging and Commercial and Industrial Applications. With modular hardware, advanced software services, and a team of subject matter experts, BoxPower delivers… Read More…
