Electrical Contractor Median Hourly Rate by Job

September 01 2016
Apprentice electricians, aim for the foreman’s job. On your way up, see how five other job types compare.
September 01 2016
Apprentice electricians, aim for the foreman’s job. On your way up, see how five other job types compare.
Together they have re-imagined and introduced to international markets a company founded by their father in the basement of the family home.
February 21, 2025 This information bulletin explains regulatory audits as an inspection practice at Technical Safety BC, including who can be audited, the audit process, and the potential consequences of non-complianc legislative requirements. This bulletin applies to the following technologies: amusement devices, boilers, pressure vessels an refrigeration, electrical, elevating devices, gas, and passenger ropeways. For…
June 2, 2025 The government’s Chauffez vert program offers financial assistance to homeowners who wish to replace their oil or propane central heating system with a system that runs on renewable energy (electricity, etc.). Water heater conversion work is also eligible under certain conditions. Summary of eligible work To be eligible for financial assistance, the fuel heating…
Pick up a newspaper or scan your preferred electronic newsfeed and you’ll likely see a series of dramatic headlines, proclaiming the end of our planet as we know it.
Ontario has twice as many as the rest of Canada combined, and five times as many as the second ranked jurisdiction.
From our view of the Canadian electrical industry and as a member of the industry that understands how our readers buy, specify, install and maintain electrical equipment nationally, we want to enter into “the approved or equal” debate that seems to be happening more often than not of late.
Together they have re-imagined and introduced to international markets a company founded by their father in the basement of the family home.
February 21, 2025 This information bulletin explains regulatory audits as an inspection practice at Technical Safety BC, including who can be audited, the audit process, and the potential consequences of non-complianc legislative requirements. This bulletin applies to the following technologies: amusement devices, boilers, pressure vessels an refrigeration, electrical, elevating devices, gas, and passenger ropeways. For…
June 2, 2025 The government’s Chauffez vert program offers financial assistance to homeowners who wish to replace their oil or propane central heating system with a system that runs on renewable energy (electricity, etc.). Water heater conversion work is also eligible under certain conditions. Summary of eligible work To be eligible for financial assistance, the fuel heating…
Pick up a newspaper or scan your preferred electronic newsfeed and you’ll likely see a series of dramatic headlines, proclaiming the end of our planet as we know it.
Ontario has twice as many as the rest of Canada combined, and five times as many as the second ranked jurisdiction.
From our view of the Canadian electrical industry and as a member of the industry that understands how our readers buy, specify, install and maintain electrical equipment nationally, we want to enter into “the approved or equal” debate that seems to be happening more often than not of late.
Together they have re-imagined and introduced to international markets a company founded by their father in the basement of the family home.
February 21, 2025 This information bulletin explains regulatory audits as an inspection practice at Technical Safety BC, including who can be audited, the audit process, and the potential consequences of non-complianc legislative requirements. This bulletin applies to the following technologies: amusement devices, boilers, pressure vessels an refrigeration, electrical, elevating devices, gas, and passenger ropeways. For…
June 2, 2025 The government’s Chauffez vert program offers financial assistance to homeowners who wish to replace their oil or propane central heating system with a system that runs on renewable energy (electricity, etc.). Water heater conversion work is also eligible under certain conditions. Summary of eligible work To be eligible for financial assistance, the fuel heating…
Pick up a newspaper or scan your preferred electronic newsfeed and you’ll likely see a series of dramatic headlines, proclaiming the end of our planet as we know it.
Ontario has twice as many as the rest of Canada combined, and five times as many as the second ranked jurisdiction.
From our view of the Canadian electrical industry and as a member of the industry that understands how our readers buy, specify, install and maintain electrical equipment nationally, we want to enter into “the approved or equal” debate that seems to be happening more often than not of late.
June 23, 2025 Virtual Training for Electricians (VET) is now available at many IBEW Canada Training Centres nationwide — and more are coming online soon! Whether your centre is already equipped or in the process of setting up, this is a game-changing opportunity you won’t want to miss. Need assistance? Contact the NETCO team. What… Read More…
June 23, 2025 Transformers in the EV Charging Boom: Are We Ready for the Load? As electric vehicles (EVs) continue their rapid rise, one question looms over the energy sector, municipalities, and developers alike: Is our infrastructure truly ready for the surge in demand? From city streets to highway rest stops, new EV chargers are… Read More…
June 23, 2025 In a whitepaper released on June third, ABB has set out the scale of the challenge facing the global industrial sector and emphasizes the critical role of industrial energy efficiency in meeting rising energy demand while strengthening energy security & affordability and driving industrial competitiveness. With 45% of the world’s electricity converted… Read More…
June 23, 2025 In April, the total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $829.6 million (-6.6%) to $11.7 billion. British Columbia (-$1.2 billion) led this decrease in construction intentions, which was mitigated by Ontario (+$299.3 million). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in April fell by 6.6% from the previous… Read More…
June 23, 2025 In an effort to provide essential resources to individuals and families in need in the GTA, EFC members once again stepped up to support Haven on the Queensway, a community resource centre in Etobicoke, ON. Earlier this year, Haven secured a new, larger location nearby its existing facility to meet growing demand… Read More…
June 23, 2025 Metalumen Manufacturing, Inc. is pleased to welcome NRG INTENSI-T as its new sales agency for the Quebec region. This partnership strengthens regional support and reflects a shared commitment to innovation and excellence. Since 1977, Metalumen has been designing, engineering, and manufacturing lighting products that blend functionality with design, offering luminaires tailored to… Read More…
June 23, 2025 Conduit bending – one of the hardest skills for professional electricians to master – is now easier than ever to learn, thanks to a first-of-its kind partnership between BILT, an app that has revolutionized step-by-step interactive instructions for DIYers and IDEAL Electrical, a 108-year old manufacturer of electrical tools and supplies for professional electricians…. Read More…
WAGO at your fingertips — scan the QR to get the app now. Stay connected with WAGO wherever you go. Download the WAGO App to access product details, documentation, configuration tools, as well as local distributors — all from your mobile device. Scan the QR code to get started on the App Store or Google… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.