Survey Says: Electrician Employment Drivers by Sector

Among seven sectors, half of all employment is in manufacturing, followed by repair and maintentance.
Among seven sectors, half of all employment is in manufacturing, followed by repair and maintentance.
“My apprenticeship has been a very rich and rewarding experience,” says Christie, a 5th term apprentice with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 353.
The importance of heat management and optimization in industry cannot be undermined. The fact that large industries like food processing, oil and gas, petrochemicals as well as smaller industries depend on efficient heat management to run their production, highlights why there are continued developments in this field…
Data centres are vital elements of our modern world, securely facilitating delivery of the most valued commodity today, our data. They house assorted bandwidth-intensive devices, like blade servers, storage systems, virtualization appliances and backup devices connected by a significant volume of networked cabling and electrical wiring.
In the last installment, you had the opportunity to answer our questions about the Code and best practices. Here are the answers to those questions.
July 21, 2025 The Home Renovation Savings™ program and make meaningful improvements today that pay off long term. Level up to a smart thermostat, invest in solar energy or install a heat pump. Smart upgrades like these can make your home more energy efficient, comfortable and ready for whatever the season brings. And best of… Read More…
July 21, 2025 Black & McDonald is proud to celebrate the remarkable sustainability achievements of Women’s College Hospital (WCH) — a dedicated member of the Greening Health Care (GHC) network, which supports healthcare facilities across North America in reducing energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. At this year’s GHC Summer Workshop, WCH was honored with… Read More…
July 21, 2025 The total value of investment in building construction decreased by $491.4 million to $21.8 billion in May. Investment in the residential sector fell 3.0%, while the non-residential sector edged down 0.4%. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of investment in building construction in May was down 2.3% from the previous month and was up 3.1%… Read More…
ABB’s Microlectric BP320-A Self-Contained Meter Socket is now available through distribution channels in BC. Launched in 2015, the BP320 is also certified by Hydro-Quebec for use in Quebec, as well as some areas in Atlantic Canada. Read More…
July 21, 2025 More British Columbians will benefit from a heat pump this summer with the B.C. government’s launch of a new program for income-qualified apartment renters and condo owners. The Better Homes Energy Savings Program Condo and Apartment Rebate will provide rebates up to $5,000 to support the purchase and installation of high-performance electric… Read More…
July 21, 2025 Noramco invites you to join in welcoming Dallas Heal as the company’s new Account Manager in Edmonton. Dallas brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in the electrical and construction industries, with a strong track record of leadership, technical expertise, and customer-focused service. He began his career as a Journeyman Electrician and… Read More…
July 21, 2025 The Ontario government is investing $7.5 million to protect small and medium-sized businesses across the province, helping them modernize and grow by adopting digital technologies. The Digitalization Competence Centre (DCC) helps companies to transition and find made-in-Ontario digital solutions with expert guidance, training and up to $115,000 in targeted grants. “Small businesses are the backbone… Read More…
July 21, 2025 The Ontario government is investing an additional $12.5 million to support the planning and construction of a new Brant Community Healthcare System hospital, connecting more patients and families in Brant County, Six Nations of the Grand River and surrounding communities to more convenient, high-quality care close to home. This funding builds on the… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.