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G5 Series from Eralux Illuminates the Oshawa Library
November 25, 2024 Eralux is proud to present its latest project with the G5 Series at the Oshawa Library to improve the atmosphere and use of public spaces. Located in downtown Oshawa, Ontario, the library is a center for learning and creativity. Now that Eralux’s innovative lighting solution has been introduced, the library experience is… Read More…
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Ontario Drives Growth in Residential Building Construction in September
November 25, 2024 Investment in building construction rose 2.1% to $21.6 billion in September, following a 0.2% increase in August. The residential sector increased 2.9% to $15.2 billion in September, while the non-residential sector edged up 0.3% to $6.4 billion. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 6.7% in September. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction increased 1.6% from… Read More…
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Ontario’s Institutional Construction Intentions Push up the Non-Residential Building Permits in September
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Red Seal Self-Assessment Questions
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EV ChargeON Community Sites Stream
November 25, 2024 Through the EV ChargeON Community Sites Stream, over 1,300 new EV charging ports have been approved at sites across the province. The Ontario government is investing $63 million to help build electric vehicle (EV) charging ports in communities with less than 170,000 people, including Indigenous communities. This will increase access to EV… Read More…
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ITC Electrical Components Celebrates 30 Years of Service to the Electrical, Automation and OEM Market in Canada
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Eaton Canada Investing $15m to Expand Manufacturing Capacity
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Bartle & Gibson Announces Partnership with Electric Avenue
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