Survey Says: Key Factors in Buying

Though going above and beyond with the project at hand is usually the No. 1 priority for contractors, creating and cultivating client relationships follows closely behind.
If your customers aren’t impressed by you or your co-workers on the telephone, they can switch businesses by merely hanging up and dialing the competition. So, your telephone skills can have a significant impact on your business and your career.
On February 26th and 27th Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) executives and members returned to Parliament Hill for their second ‘Ottawa Day’ to advocate on behalf of their members and the electrical and automation industry as the country continues to progress toward net-zero.
October 23, 2023 From BC Construction Association: The priority of the BC Construction Association (BCCA), the Electrical Contractor’s Association of BC (ECABC), the Mechanical Contractors Association of BC (MCABC), and the 28 more industry partners co-signing this letter remains unwavering. We fervently believe that Prompt Payment Legislation, Lien Reform, and Adjudication are a boon to BC’s…
I am asked this question quite frequently, as I’m not what most consider to be a “typical electrician.” For me, it was a rather pragmatic decision. I had been working in a factory as a production worker, doing the same boring thing 800 times a day.
July 18, 2023 A discussion with Rakhi Voria, Procore VP Global Sales By Elle Bremmer In the traditionally male-dominated construction industry, Procore is taking charge of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Through their Women’s Impact Network (WIN) and other initiatives, Procore is committed to empowering and advancing women in construction. WIN aims to…
Though going above and beyond with the project at hand is usually the No. 1 priority for contractors, creating and cultivating client relationships follows closely behind.
If your customers aren’t impressed by you or your co-workers on the telephone, they can switch businesses by merely hanging up and dialing the competition. So, your telephone skills can have a significant impact on your business and your career.
On February 26th and 27th Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) executives and members returned to Parliament Hill for their second ‘Ottawa Day’ to advocate on behalf of their members and the electrical and automation industry as the country continues to progress toward net-zero.
October 23, 2023 From BC Construction Association: The priority of the BC Construction Association (BCCA), the Electrical Contractor’s Association of BC (ECABC), the Mechanical Contractors Association of BC (MCABC), and the 28 more industry partners co-signing this letter remains unwavering. We fervently believe that Prompt Payment Legislation, Lien Reform, and Adjudication are a boon to BC’s…
I am asked this question quite frequently, as I’m not what most consider to be a “typical electrician.” For me, it was a rather pragmatic decision. I had been working in a factory as a production worker, doing the same boring thing 800 times a day.
July 18, 2023 A discussion with Rakhi Voria, Procore VP Global Sales By Elle Bremmer In the traditionally male-dominated construction industry, Procore is taking charge of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Through their Women’s Impact Network (WIN) and other initiatives, Procore is committed to empowering and advancing women in construction. WIN aims to…
Though going above and beyond with the project at hand is usually the No. 1 priority for contractors, creating and cultivating client relationships follows closely behind.
If your customers aren’t impressed by you or your co-workers on the telephone, they can switch businesses by merely hanging up and dialing the competition. So, your telephone skills can have a significant impact on your business and your career.
On February 26th and 27th Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) executives and members returned to Parliament Hill for their second ‘Ottawa Day’ to advocate on behalf of their members and the electrical and automation industry as the country continues to progress toward net-zero.
October 23, 2023 From BC Construction Association: The priority of the BC Construction Association (BCCA), the Electrical Contractor’s Association of BC (ECABC), the Mechanical Contractors Association of BC (MCABC), and the 28 more industry partners co-signing this letter remains unwavering. We fervently believe that Prompt Payment Legislation, Lien Reform, and Adjudication are a boon to BC’s…
I am asked this question quite frequently, as I’m not what most consider to be a “typical electrician.” For me, it was a rather pragmatic decision. I had been working in a factory as a production worker, doing the same boring thing 800 times a day.
July 18, 2023 A discussion with Rakhi Voria, Procore VP Global Sales By Elle Bremmer In the traditionally male-dominated construction industry, Procore is taking charge of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Through their Women’s Impact Network (WIN) and other initiatives, Procore is committed to empowering and advancing women in construction. WIN aims to…
May 19, 2025 As the EV charging industry is poised for profitability, network operators still face many challenges. But what are their biggest challenges, are they ready to scale up to support their business growth, and how will they provide drivers with a better charging experience in 2025. This report answers these questions and more,… Read More…
May 19, 2025 ELECTRI has sponsored a research project to create a playbook for electrical contractors that will help you: Unpaid rework refers to activities in the field (including prefabrication) that have to be done more than once, or activities that remove work previously installed as part of the project, where no change order has… Read More…
May 19, 2025 By David Gordon, Channel Marketing Group, President The Intermatic deal is done. It has been rumored for months that Intermatic was being sold. Strategic buyers and private equity firms were mentioned as expressing interest and reviewing “the book” throughout the fall (and some mentioned even last summer.) According to sources, it was a “challenge” for… Read More…
May 19, 2025 The rapid expansion of data centers has brought about significant challenges in maintaining data security standards. According to Statistics Canada, recovery costs from cyber security incidents in 2023 were $2.1 billion, up from $600 million in 2021. This critical situation requires a more robust cable management design to protect data from being… Read More…
May 19, 2025 Schneider Electric Canada has been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2025 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. as part of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers project, a prestigious honour celebrating organizations that lead the country in creating a culture of environmental sustainability. This recognition highlights Schneider Electric’s long-standing commitment to advancing climate action, driving… Read More…
May 19, 2025 ECAO are excited to officially launch the new and improved ECAO website, redesigned with you in mind. Whether you are registering for training, accessing member resources, or staying up to date on key industry developments, ECAO’s new platform makes it faster, easier, and smarter. ECAO have rebuilt the site to deliver the ultimate… Read More…
May 19, 2025 Catalyst Sales and Marketing is proud to announce a new line partnership with MGM Transformer Company, a recognized provider of dry-type and liquid-filled transformers for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure applications. With over 50 years of expertise, MGM delivers custom-engineered, reliable, and energy-efficient solutions designed to meet the demands of data centers, renewable… Read More…
May 19, 2025 By David Gordon, Channel Marketing Group, President The Intermatic deal is done. It has been rumored for months that Intermatic was being sold. Strategic buyers and private equity firms were mentioned as expressing interest and reviewing “the book” throughout the fall (and some mentioned even last summer.) According to sources, it was a “challenge” for… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.