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Multi-Unit Construction Intentions Push Down the Residential Sector for November 2024 Building Permits
January 20, 2025 The total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $739.5 million (-5.9%) to $11.7 billion in November, a second consecutive monthly decline. The residential sector led the decrease, followed by the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits issued in November declined 5.8% from the previous… Read More…
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Ontario Save On Energy Home Renovation Savings Program
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NETCO’s Virtual Reality Motor Control Training Launches After Successful Completion of Train-the-Trainer
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 26
Section 26 is a general section of the code and applies to the installation of all electrical equipment. Appendix B contains important additional helpful notes. This section is divided into several parts, with the general rules 26-002 to 26-012 applying to all electrical equipment and additional parts for specific types of equipment. Read More…
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Leviton Canada Announces Structural Changes to the Sales Organization
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Nesco Announces New Sales Agent for Northern Ontario
January 16, 2025 Nesco is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Atkinson at Resilient Sales as their sales agent for Northern Ontario, effective January 1st, 2025. “Sean is replacing Steve Wallace, who after decades of providing tireless customer service and sales support is focusing on family and enjoying some well-deserved downtime in retirement,” commented… Read More…
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ABB and Wieland Electric Partner to Redefine Efficiency in Modular Construction
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ABB Expands Residential Energy Management Portfolio in North America with Lumin Acquisition
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