Number of power establishments by employment size category and region: December 2015

March 8 2016
The small and micro enterprises form the largest number of electrical workers.
Source: Statistics Canada http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca
March 8 2016
The small and micro enterprises form the largest number of electrical workers.
Source: Statistics Canada http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Green building in Canada has reached a significant milestone, as the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) reports that Canadian LEED certified projects have now led to a cumulative reduction of over one million tonnes of CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions — the equivalent of taking 238,377 cars off the road for a year…
This is the second of a two-part article on Fluke’s new TC electrical tester. Part 1 explored features and benefits. Here in Part 2: putting Fluke T6 to work. Anyone who uses electrical testers to capture measurements such as voltage and current knows that the process is traditionally time-consuming and carries the potential for risk. The Fluke T6 electrical tester with FieldSense Technology provides a faster and safer method for taking electrical readings on distribution panels and junction boxes, among other applications. This tool senses an electrical field in the open fork, allowing you to take the measurement with ease. Here’s how to use it.
February 27, 2023 What if we could build our infrastructure—the places we live and work—to withstand the impacts of climate change? It would mean fewer injuries and deaths each year to our families and friends and billions of dollars saved on repair and recovery. In fact, weather-related insured catastrophic losses in Canada have totaled…
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…
Allison Wood and Dominique Rivet are two apprentices who had a wealth of career options available to them but chose to work in the powerline trades. They couldn’t be happier with their decision.
Green building in Canada has reached a significant milestone, as the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) reports that Canadian LEED certified projects have now led to a cumulative reduction of over one million tonnes of CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions — the equivalent of taking 238,377 cars off the road for a year…
This is the second of a two-part article on Fluke’s new TC electrical tester. Part 1 explored features and benefits. Here in Part 2: putting Fluke T6 to work. Anyone who uses electrical testers to capture measurements such as voltage and current knows that the process is traditionally time-consuming and carries the potential for risk. The Fluke T6 electrical tester with FieldSense Technology provides a faster and safer method for taking electrical readings on distribution panels and junction boxes, among other applications. This tool senses an electrical field in the open fork, allowing you to take the measurement with ease. Here’s how to use it.
February 27, 2023 What if we could build our infrastructure—the places we live and work—to withstand the impacts of climate change? It would mean fewer injuries and deaths each year to our families and friends and billions of dollars saved on repair and recovery. In fact, weather-related insured catastrophic losses in Canada have totaled…
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…
Allison Wood and Dominique Rivet are two apprentices who had a wealth of career options available to them but chose to work in the powerline trades. They couldn’t be happier with their decision.
Green building in Canada has reached a significant milestone, as the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) reports that Canadian LEED certified projects have now led to a cumulative reduction of over one million tonnes of CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions — the equivalent of taking 238,377 cars off the road for a year…
This is the second of a two-part article on Fluke’s new TC electrical tester. Part 1 explored features and benefits. Here in Part 2: putting Fluke T6 to work. Anyone who uses electrical testers to capture measurements such as voltage and current knows that the process is traditionally time-consuming and carries the potential for risk. The Fluke T6 electrical tester with FieldSense Technology provides a faster and safer method for taking electrical readings on distribution panels and junction boxes, among other applications. This tool senses an electrical field in the open fork, allowing you to take the measurement with ease. Here’s how to use it.
February 27, 2023 What if we could build our infrastructure—the places we live and work—to withstand the impacts of climate change? It would mean fewer injuries and deaths each year to our families and friends and billions of dollars saved on repair and recovery. In fact, weather-related insured catastrophic losses in Canada have totaled…
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…
Allison Wood and Dominique Rivet are two apprentices who had a wealth of career options available to them but chose to work in the powerline trades. They couldn’t be happier with their decision.
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 14, 2025 The Canadian economy is shifting towards low-carbon industries, and the workforce is shifting with it. New roles are emerging, traditional ones are evolving and the demand for skilled workers is growing fast — particularly in light of the ambitious nation-building agenda the federal government has set out. In the federal Speech from… 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…
July 14, 2025 EB Horsman & Son are thrilled to unveil a new mural at their Campbell River branch, painted by the talented Kwakwaka’wakw artist, Adam Lewis. “This stunning piece celebrates Indigenous heritage and our community spirit,” said EB Horsman on LinkedIn. “As we mark 125 years of serving Western Canada and 55 years in… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.