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ESA 2025 Annual Licence Holder Meeting
December 8, 2025 This year marked ESA’s 20th Annual Licence Holder Meeting — a milestone celebrating two decades of collaboration, innovation and safety leadership made possible by Ontario’s licence holder community. The meeting was held on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Agenda Highlights Watch a recording of the 2025 Licence Holder Meeting. Read More…
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BC Hydro’s Updated Business Energy-Saving Incentives, Limited Time Bonus Offer
December 8, 2025 Get funding from BC Hydro for businesses upgrading eligible equipment with energy-efficient models. Funding rates vary depending on the equipment being upgraded, with past participants receiving an average of 30% for upfront costs. Incentives are available for: Bonus offer BC Hydro is currently offering a 30% bonus incentive on all business energy-saving incentives projects… Read More…
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Mastering Advanced Bidding Strategies in Electrical Contracting
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Why Choosing the Right USB Charger Matters
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New Study Reveals Opportunity for Industrial Companies to Boost Competitiveness by Modernizing Closed Automation Systems
December 8. 2025 Schneider Electric unveiled new global research titled “Open vs. Closed: The $11.28 million Question for Industrial Leaders.” The report reveals that closed industrial automation systems are quietly eroding competitiveness, costing mid-sized organizations an average of 7.5 per cent of their revenue. The research, conducted by Global Analysts firm Omdia, highlights how these costs… Read More…
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Modernizing Canada’s Energy Efficiency Act to Improve Affordability and Competitiveness
December 8, 2025 Amendments to modernize the Energy Efficiency Act have been introduced in the Senate. First passed in 1992, the Act aims to reduce the overall energy consumption of energy-using products and allow consumers to make informed purchasing decisions. Since 1995, Canadian households, businesses and industries have saved over $110 billion as a result of regulations… Read More…
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B.C.’s Economy Shows Resilience Despite Global Trade Volatility
December 8, 2025 B.C.’s economy is expected to grow at a measured pace despite instability and uncertainty in the global economy. “Unjust and unpredictable trade policies have upended global relationships and shaken investor confidence across the world,” said Brenda Bailey, Minister of Finance. “We’re leaning into our strengths, like our natural resources and our skilled… Read More…
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BC’s Bill 20 – The Construction Prompt Payment Act Receives Royal Assent
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