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June 9, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada On June 3 and 4, a high-level delegation from Canada’s electrical and automation sector travelled to Montreal and Quebec City for a series of strategic meetings with Quebec government officials and key stakeholders. Organized by Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), this mission underscores the critical role the industry plays in advancing… Read More…
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Electrifying Connections: A Celebration of Legacy, A Vision for the Future
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Code Quiz: Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, 26th Edition Section 28 – Motors and Generators
by William (Bill) Burr Question: Adam is working in his garage cutting wood on his table saw. Suddenly the lights go out and the sump pump and the table saw stop running. There is obviously a power outage. After a short time, the lights and the sump pump come back on, but thetable saw stays off. Adam needs to restart it. Can you explain why the lights and sump pump come back on… Read More…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: 26 the Edition, Section 36 – High Voltage Installations
Although Rule 36-000 has not yet been amended, note that the definition of voltage in Section 0 – Definitions has been revised in the 26th edition… Read More…
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Saskatchewan and Ontario Breaking Down Trade Barriers
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