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2024 IDEAL Electrician National Championship Broadcast

May 4, 2025

2024 competitors go head-to-head – battling it out for their share of $30,000 in cash, prizes, and the title of 2024 IDEAL Electrician National Champion!

Madina Nur on her IDEAL National Championship Experience

The 2024 IDEAL National Championship was held in West Palm Beach, Florida this past September. This year’s event consisted of 10 apprentices, nine from across the U.S, and one Canadian, Madina Nur from the IBEW 2085 in Winnipeg, MB. IDEAL held ten qualifying events across Canada, with over 500 apprentices participating.

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How the Canada Light Expo Offers a Dynamic Event that Brings the Lighting Community Together and Builds Towards Further Innovations & Collaborations

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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 52 — Diagnostic imaging installations

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Canada’s Electrical Industry Faces a Shifting Economic Landscape: Reflections from EFC’s Forecast Webinar

November 28, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada Canada’s electrical industry is navigating a period of significant change shaped by global uncertainty, evolving trade dynamics, and accelerating investment needs at home. During Electro-Federation Canada’s (EFC) Economic Forecast Webinar in September, two leading economists outlined trends that continue to influence the industry as businesses look toward 2026. The…

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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.

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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…

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Mastering Advanced Bidding Strategies in Electrical Contracting

December 1, 2025 By Melvin Newman, Patabid CEO & Ian Paterson, Patabid Client Success Manager and journeyman electrician with 30+ years of experience In the competitive world of electrical contracting, knowing how to estimate electrical jobs effectively can make the difference between winning profitable projects and watching opportunities slip away. For electrical contractors, mastering advanced…

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How the Canada Light Expo Offers a Dynamic Event that Brings the Lighting Community Together and Builds Towards Further Innovations & Collaborations

December 8, 2025 CLE 2025: Sparking New Ideas, Collaborations & Partnerships That Will Continue Shaping the Future of the Canadian Lighting Industry By: Adora Hartley 2025 has been a year full of major events and changes, both in Canada and abroad, creating new opportunities for partnerships, solutions and market growth. In regards to the Canadian… Read More…
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 52 — Diagnostic imaging installations

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ESA 2025 Annual Licence Holder Meeting

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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…
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…
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…
BC’s Bill 20 – The Construction Prompt Payment Act Receives Royal Assent

December 8, 2025 As the BC Legislature wraps up the final week of the Fall session, BCCA is very pleased to see Bill 20 receive Royal Assent and officially become the Construction Prompt Payment Act, SBC 2025, c 24. This marks a significant milestone for BC’s construction sector. This achievement reflects decades of consistent, principled… Read More…

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