Survey Says: Where Plant Electricians Work

Static Electric was founded in 1976 as an electrical contracting business in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a family-owned business Static Electric has steadily grown to include a full fleet of service vehicles, and in response to technological advances expanded in the early 1980s to include a networking and cabling division.
November 29, 2023 The province is accepting applications for the EV ChargeON program to build publicly accessible charging stations in communities with less than 170,000 people, as well as in any Indigenous community in Ontario. Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipalities, Indigenous businesses, organizations and communities, and broader public sector organizations like hospitals and…
My blog post from April 1, 2020, entitled Lessons Learned from Living Lab describes a research project about retrofitting existing spaces with networked lighting control systems (NLCs). It contains recommendations on how to avoid typical of problems that may be encountered on an NLC install. This post will elaborate on some of those “lessons” and recommendations.
Comox Valley Electric Ltd. is a family owned company located in Courtenay, British Columbia. Co-owner/operator Kelly Morrison possesses over 30-years of industry experience, and prides himself on providing exceptional service, maintaining a pristine safety standard…
The importance of reliable power has perhaps never been as important as it is now for overburdened hospital staff, other essential services and the increased number of people working from home.
Static Electric was founded in 1976 as an electrical contracting business in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a family-owned business Static Electric has steadily grown to include a full fleet of service vehicles, and in response to technological advances expanded in the early 1980s to include a networking and cabling division.
November 29, 2023 The province is accepting applications for the EV ChargeON program to build publicly accessible charging stations in communities with less than 170,000 people, as well as in any Indigenous community in Ontario. Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipalities, Indigenous businesses, organizations and communities, and broader public sector organizations like hospitals and…
My blog post from April 1, 2020, entitled Lessons Learned from Living Lab describes a research project about retrofitting existing spaces with networked lighting control systems (NLCs). It contains recommendations on how to avoid typical of problems that may be encountered on an NLC install. This post will elaborate on some of those “lessons” and recommendations.
Comox Valley Electric Ltd. is a family owned company located in Courtenay, British Columbia. Co-owner/operator Kelly Morrison possesses over 30-years of industry experience, and prides himself on providing exceptional service, maintaining a pristine safety standard…
The importance of reliable power has perhaps never been as important as it is now for overburdened hospital staff, other essential services and the increased number of people working from home.
Static Electric was founded in 1976 as an electrical contracting business in Winnipeg, Manitoba. As a family-owned business Static Electric has steadily grown to include a full fleet of service vehicles, and in response to technological advances expanded in the early 1980s to include a networking and cabling division.
November 29, 2023 The province is accepting applications for the EV ChargeON program to build publicly accessible charging stations in communities with less than 170,000 people, as well as in any Indigenous community in Ontario. Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profit corporations, municipalities, Indigenous businesses, organizations and communities, and broader public sector organizations like hospitals and…
My blog post from April 1, 2020, entitled Lessons Learned from Living Lab describes a research project about retrofitting existing spaces with networked lighting control systems (NLCs). It contains recommendations on how to avoid typical of problems that may be encountered on an NLC install. This post will elaborate on some of those “lessons” and recommendations.
Comox Valley Electric Ltd. is a family owned company located in Courtenay, British Columbia. Co-owner/operator Kelly Morrison possesses over 30-years of industry experience, and prides himself on providing exceptional service, maintaining a pristine safety standard…
The importance of reliable power has perhaps never been as important as it is now for overburdened hospital staff, other essential services and the increased number of people working from home.
ABB’s Microlectric BP320-A Self-Contained Meter Socket is now available through distribution channels in BC. Launched in 2015, the BP320 is also certified by Hydro-Quebec for use in Quebec, as well as some areas in Atlantic Canada. Read More…
July 14, 2025 The rules for the installation of panelboards, circuits, and bonding in Patient Care Area depends on whether the area is designated as either, Basic Care, Intermediate Care or Critical Care. How are these areas defined? Read more on Section 24 — Health care areas Read More…
July 14, 2025 In May, the total value of building permits issued in Canada rose by $1.4 billion (+12.0%) to reach $13.1 billion. The increase in construction intentions was driven by Ontario’s institutional component (+$1.3 billion). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in May increased 11.8% from the previous month and was… Read More…
July 14, 2025 Plan Group is proud to be a partner in the construction of the UHN Surgical Tower at Toronto Western Hospital. Plan Group will provide work on the project in: Mechanical: Plumbing, HVAC, Controls, Medical GasElectrical: Lighting & Controls, Power Distribution, Emergency Generators, UPSTechnology: Structured Cabling, AV Systems including Digital Signage and IPTV UHN’s 15-storey Surgical… Read More…
July 16, 2025 Luxxbox announces the launch of its new Quick Ship Program, designed to provide architects, designers, and project managers in the United States and Canada with expedited access to a curated selection of their most in-demand acoustic lighting products. With a two-week turnaround from order to dispatch, the program ensures that project timelines… Read More…
July 16, 2025 Electrical Cable Supply (ECS), Canada’s largest independently owned wire and cable distributors, is proud to announce its re-certification with the prestigious Platinum designation in Deloitte’s Canada’s Best Managed Companies program for the eighth consecutive year. This announcement recognizes ECS’s sustained excellence in strategy, innovation, culture, and strong financial performance. The Canada’s Best… Read More…
July 16, 2025 Nexans has announced its partnership with Skills Compétences Canada (SCC), a not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies. As part of the partnership, Nexans will sponsor WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 as they prepare to compete at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, taking place in Shanghai, China, from September 22 to 27, 2026. “At Nexans,… Read More…
July 14, 2025 With renewed funding by Ontario’s Skills Development Fund, the OEL Apprentice Success Project is now available for another year until March 2026. The project is part of OEL’s Employer Engagement Program (EEP) consisting of wage, training, and equipment subsidies for apprentices. These funding opportunities are available to OEL Members and non-Members. 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.