Contractor Salaries by Years of Experience
Older is better, with steady progress evident from one age group to the next.
Related Articles
Proposed New Surety Bonding Requirements for Large Non-P3 Infrastructure Projects in Ontario
April 8, 2024 Since 2018, the Construction Act (the Act) has mandated the use of surety bonding for public construction projects with a price of $500,000 or more. This requirement is meant to protect public and broader public sector infrastructure project owners, subcontractors, workers, and suppliers from the risk of non-payment or non-performance if a…
When Crazy Is Normal
Somewhere along the way, back when people were starting to organize themselves into groups that could live and farm together, someone or a perhaps a group somewhere made some decisions that I really disagree with.
Implementation of SkilledTradesBC Certification System
B.C. announced the implementation of its new skilled trades certification system, SkilledTradesBC, in December of last year. There are three clusters of trades selected for the initial skilled trades certification in BC, electrical, mechanical, and automotive.
Years of Experience for Electricians
Among five categories, entry level electricians represent only 2.6% of all electricians. Late career electricians, 14.9%.
The Top 5 Electrical Overhead Travelling Cranes
Electronic overhead travelling (EOT) cranes are mechanized tools that lift and move things from one location to another.
Contractors’ Favourite Benefits
Least favourite: insurance. Most favourite: cell phone. And then there are five others.
Proposed New Surety Bonding Requirements for Large Non-P3 Infrastructure Projects in Ontario
April 8, 2024 Since 2018, the Construction Act (the Act) has mandated the use of surety bonding for public construction projects with a price of $500,000 or more. This requirement is meant to protect public and broader public sector infrastructure project owners, subcontractors, workers, and suppliers from the risk of non-payment or non-performance if a…
When Crazy Is Normal
Somewhere along the way, back when people were starting to organize themselves into groups that could live and farm together, someone or a perhaps a group somewhere made some decisions that I really disagree with.
Implementation of SkilledTradesBC Certification System
B.C. announced the implementation of its new skilled trades certification system, SkilledTradesBC, in December of last year. There are three clusters of trades selected for the initial skilled trades certification in BC, electrical, mechanical, and automotive.
Years of Experience for Electricians
Among five categories, entry level electricians represent only 2.6% of all electricians. Late career electricians, 14.9%.
The Top 5 Electrical Overhead Travelling Cranes
Electronic overhead travelling (EOT) cranes are mechanized tools that lift and move things from one location to another.
Contractors’ Favourite Benefits
Least favourite: insurance. Most favourite: cell phone. And then there are five others.
Proposed New Surety Bonding Requirements for Large Non-P3 Infrastructure Projects in Ontario
April 8, 2024 Since 2018, the Construction Act (the Act) has mandated the use of surety bonding for public construction projects with a price of $500,000 or more. This requirement is meant to protect public and broader public sector infrastructure project owners, subcontractors, workers, and suppliers from the risk of non-payment or non-performance if a…
When Crazy Is Normal
Somewhere along the way, back when people were starting to organize themselves into groups that could live and farm together, someone or a perhaps a group somewhere made some decisions that I really disagree with.
Implementation of SkilledTradesBC Certification System
B.C. announced the implementation of its new skilled trades certification system, SkilledTradesBC, in December of last year. There are three clusters of trades selected for the initial skilled trades certification in BC, electrical, mechanical, and automotive.
Years of Experience for Electricians
Among five categories, entry level electricians represent only 2.6% of all electricians. Late career electricians, 14.9%.
The Top 5 Electrical Overhead Travelling Cranes
Electronic overhead travelling (EOT) cranes are mechanized tools that lift and move things from one location to another.
Contractors’ Favourite Benefits
Least favourite: insurance. Most favourite: cell phone. And then there are five others.
Latest Articles
-
Pro Tool Innovation Award Winners: Electrical, Storage, Workwear, Safety
October 20, 2025 For over a decade, the Pro Tool Innovation Awards have been electrifying the scene, showcasing the most groundbreaking products in construction, automotive, and landscaping industries. Now, in the 13th year, Pro Tool Innovation is thrilled to announce that 2025 brought an unprecedented surge of submissions from manufacturers. These trailblazers unveiled jaw-dropping designs,… Read More…
-
Houle: Progress is Underway at Surrey Memorial Hospital’s New Renal Centre
October 17, 2025 Houle recently released an update on the Surrey Memorial Hospital project they are currently working on. “We’re proud to be delivering comprehensive electrical and technology solutions for this project, including electrical distribution, lighting, fire alarm, nurse call, access control, and PA/AV systems,” the company said on LinkedIn. “With the roof now complete,… Read More…
-
PEI Communities Benefit from Funding for Clean Energy Projects
October 17, 2025 The New London Fire Company installed solar panels on the roof of their firehall recently with the help of the province’s Community Renewable Energy Generation Fund (CREG). Forrest Spencer joined the Board of Directors of the New London Fire Company almost two years ago as a way to give back to his community…. Read More…
-
![Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 44 — Theater Installations](https://electricalindustry.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Guide-CE-Code-2.png)
Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i] – A Road Map: Section 44 — Theater Installations
Rule 44-000 Scope – states that Section 44 is a supplementary or amendatory section of the code and applies to electrical equipment and installations in buildings or parts thereof… Read More…
Changing Scene
-
Seacliff Electric Hiring for Multiple Positions
October 20, 2025 Seacliff Electric recently announced on LinkedIn that they are growing their team. They are hiring for the following positions in Calgary, AB and the surrounding area: More information Read More…
-
Legrand to Acquire Avtron Power Solutions
October 17, 2025 Legrand® has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cleveland, Ohio-based Avtron Power Solutions, a leading global provider of load banks and power quality solutions that serve a wide range of high-growth markets where reliable delivery of power is required. Avtron employs 600 people, operates five manufacturing sites across North America and Europe, and… Read More…
-
New Copper and Zinc Mine to Boost Saskatchewan’s Critical Minerals
October 17, 2025 Foran’s McIlvenna Bay mine in northeastern Saskatchewan is expected to begin production of copper and zinc at a commercial scale in mid-2026. McIlvenna Bay is a key project for the diversification of Saskatchewan’s mining sector and is playing an important role in working toward the goals detailed in the province’s Critical Minerals… Read More…
-
Ontario Investing More Than $60 Million in Skilled Trades Apprentices
October 17, 2025 The Ontario government announced an investment of $64.2 million over the next three years to expand in-class apprenticeship training, helping more apprentices across the province gain the skills they need to land rewarding careers in the skilled trades. “We need to keep building, no matter what global challenges come our way, to… Read More…
