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New STANDATA Interpretation & Variance: Use of Neutral Conductors in Consumer’s Service Reporting of Electrical Incidents
October 6, 2025 There are two new STANDATA releases for the province of Alberta: The purpose of these two releases is to clarify requirements for reporting electrical incidents in Alberta and to permit the use of underground service entrance cable (USEB) with a bare neutral conductor in underground installations at service entrance equipment. STANDATA variance… Read More…
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BizEnergySaver Program Available in Toronto & Ottawa
October 6, 2025 Commercial buildings in Ottawa and Toronto’s Richview South area can receive direct installation and instant discounts on energy-saving equipment upgrades for lasting benefits. The Save on Energy BizEnergySaver program is designed to help industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI), and multi-residential building owners and operators make equipment improvements to reduce their energy consumption…. Read More…
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October 6, 2025 This report was produced by the Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (ISHA). You can find the report, as well as sources on their website. This report has been written by Dr. Manuel Gomez, director of the St. John’s Rehab Research Program at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto. Electricity is an important… Read More…
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Ontario Takes Next Step in Bowmanville Hospital Expansion
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E.B. Horsman & Son Announces Stephen Murray as New Calgary Branch Manager
October 6, 2025 EB Horsman & Son is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Murray as Branch Manager of its Calgary location, effective Tuesday, September 3, 2025. Stephen Murray brings over two decades of experience in the industrial automation sector, where he has built a strong reputation for driving growth, expanding market presence, and… Read More…
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E.B. Horsman & Son Announces Maxim Laberge as New Process Instrumentation Manager
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