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Video: NETCO 2022 Leadership Excellence Award Presentation
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Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited: Supporting Industry and Community
Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited is a locally owned and operated family business in Owen Sound, ON. The company began in 1998 with Wayne and Marg Benedict. Their son, Stephen would join the family company not long after it was founded.
Multigenerational Workforces
At this particular moment, there are several different generations in our workplaces, all with different worldviews, expectations and needs. We have newly graduated employees working next to those with 30+ years in the business. By 2016, all but the youngest boomers will have reached the average age of retirement for our sector, 58, and will likely have the 30 years of experience needed to qualify for full pension. For many, that cottage is looking good.
Smartflower Microgrid Project Enhances Provincial Curriculum Resources and Showcases Saskatchewan Tech
The official launch of the Smartflower Microgrid (MG) marked another milestone for the future of green technology in Saskatchewan.
Phenolic Electrical Conduit Promotes Safety in Toronto Transit Tunnels
Hazardous, fire-prone areas and electrical currents don’t mix. In construction site design and development, thoughtful consideration must be given to protect cables and, ultimately, stakeholders in the event of a fire emergency.
Video: NETCO 2022 Leadership Excellence Award Presentation
August 16, 2023 The 2022 NETCO Leadership Excellence Award Winner Awarded to Susan Boorman, Education and Training Director of IBEW 353. The award was presented as part of NETCO’s Annual Conference held on Sunday August 7th in Toronto.
Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited: Supporting Industry and Community
Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited is a locally owned and operated family business in Owen Sound, ON. The company began in 1998 with Wayne and Marg Benedict. Their son, Stephen would join the family company not long after it was founded.
Multigenerational Workforces
At this particular moment, there are several different generations in our workplaces, all with different worldviews, expectations and needs. We have newly graduated employees working next to those with 30+ years in the business. By 2016, all but the youngest boomers will have reached the average age of retirement for our sector, 58, and will likely have the 30 years of experience needed to qualify for full pension. For many, that cottage is looking good.
Smartflower Microgrid Project Enhances Provincial Curriculum Resources and Showcases Saskatchewan Tech
The official launch of the Smartflower Microgrid (MG) marked another milestone for the future of green technology in Saskatchewan.
Phenolic Electrical Conduit Promotes Safety in Toronto Transit Tunnels
Hazardous, fire-prone areas and electrical currents don’t mix. In construction site design and development, thoughtful consideration must be given to protect cables and, ultimately, stakeholders in the event of a fire emergency.
Video: NETCO 2022 Leadership Excellence Award Presentation
August 16, 2023 The 2022 NETCO Leadership Excellence Award Winner Awarded to Susan Boorman, Education and Training Director of IBEW 353. The award was presented as part of NETCO’s Annual Conference held on Sunday August 7th in Toronto.
Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited: Supporting Industry and Community
Benedict Electrical Contracting Limited is a locally owned and operated family business in Owen Sound, ON. The company began in 1998 with Wayne and Marg Benedict. Their son, Stephen would join the family company not long after it was founded.
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