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Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) has announced the 10th anniversary recipients of its distinguished Awards of Excellence.
June 9, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada This year’s Annual Industry Conference, held against the breathtaking backdrop of Niagara Falls, Ontario, was a landmark event with more than 710 Electro-Federation Canada community members. More than just a celebration of our shared history, it was a launchpad for new ideas, future-based dialogue, and deeper connections. The energy and…
On November 10, 2021, Schneider Electric held its virtual Innovation Summit North America, which was comprised of presentations from industry professionals regarding the summit’s central theme of digitization and a path towards sustainability.
Industrial electricians have a clear advantage in payscale over electricians in other sectors; residential electricians’ median salary is $4,000 below the national average.
Direct current (DC) is emerging as a competitive or complementary power distribution option at the grid, community, and building level.
This graph shows the average salary by occupation in the electric bulk power transmission and control sector. The lowest averge salary category (electrical engineers) is still at the higher end; the top salary in this category is $81,000
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) has announced the 10th anniversary recipients of its distinguished Awards of Excellence.
June 9, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada This year’s Annual Industry Conference, held against the breathtaking backdrop of Niagara Falls, Ontario, was a landmark event with more than 710 Electro-Federation Canada community members. More than just a celebration of our shared history, it was a launchpad for new ideas, future-based dialogue, and deeper connections. The energy and…
On November 10, 2021, Schneider Electric held its virtual Innovation Summit North America, which was comprised of presentations from industry professionals regarding the summit’s central theme of digitization and a path towards sustainability.
Industrial electricians have a clear advantage in payscale over electricians in other sectors; residential electricians’ median salary is $4,000 below the national average.
Direct current (DC) is emerging as a competitive or complementary power distribution option at the grid, community, and building level.
This graph shows the average salary by occupation in the electric bulk power transmission and control sector. The lowest averge salary category (electrical engineers) is still at the higher end; the top salary in this category is $81,000
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) has announced the 10th anniversary recipients of its distinguished Awards of Excellence.
June 9, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada This year’s Annual Industry Conference, held against the breathtaking backdrop of Niagara Falls, Ontario, was a landmark event with more than 710 Electro-Federation Canada community members. More than just a celebration of our shared history, it was a launchpad for new ideas, future-based dialogue, and deeper connections. The energy and…
On November 10, 2021, Schneider Electric held its virtual Innovation Summit North America, which was comprised of presentations from industry professionals regarding the summit’s central theme of digitization and a path towards sustainability.
Industrial electricians have a clear advantage in payscale over electricians in other sectors; residential electricians’ median salary is $4,000 below the national average.
Direct current (DC) is emerging as a competitive or complementary power distribution option at the grid, community, and building level.
This graph shows the average salary by occupation in the electric bulk power transmission and control sector. The lowest averge salary category (electrical engineers) is still at the higher end; the top salary in this category is $81,000
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.