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Shaping the Future of Manufacturing: ABB’s Investment in Automation and Growth at Pointe-Claire Facility
During my visit to ABB’s facility in Pointe-Claire, dubbed T-CAN after its location alongside the Trans-Canadian highway, I saw firsthand how automation is shaping the future of manufacturing. Read More…
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How ‘Grow. Lead. Compete.’ Exemplifies EFC Membership
March 28, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada One key aspect of EFC is our value proposition for members. Years ago, when we re-branded EFC, our members articulated the reasons why they joined and ‘Grow. Lead. Compete.’ encapsulated the essence of what it means to be a member of our organization. It is not just a slogan; it is… Read More…
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EFC Supporting Industry Amongst Tariff Uncertainty
As a major representative of the electrical and automation industry, Electro Federation Canada remains committed to supporting its members and the industry overall in navigating the complexities of international trade policies. Read More…
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CanREA Launches New and Improved Go Solar Guide 2025
March 21, 2025 The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) launched the 2025 edition of its annual Go Solar Guide today, encouraging Canadians to go solar. The 2025 version is new and improved: Now a web portal, it is free and accessible to everyone, anytime. “CanREA is proud to produce an annual consumer guide containing everything… Read More…
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Saskatchewan Investing in Skills Training
March 28, 2025 Guided by Building the Workforce for a Growing Economy: the Saskatchewan Labour Market Strategy, the Ministry of Immigration and Career Training is investing more than $117.0 million in programs and services. “We continue to make training available for Saskatchewan people to prepare for the record number of jobs being created by our growing… Read More…
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New Skilled Trades and Technology Building for the New Saskatchewan Polytechnic Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus Proceeding to Request for Proposals
March 28, 2025 Three teams are advancing to the next stage of procurement for the new Skilled Trades and Technology building for the Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Joseph A. Remai Saskatoon Campus. Upon procurement completion, the successful proponent will be awarded the design and construction of the new Trades building under a Design-Build agreement. “This project is… Read More…
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New Brunswick Legislation Introduced to Support Interprovincial Labour Mobility
March 28, 2025 The New Brunswick government has introduced legislative amendments to improve labour mobility and reduce interprovincial barriers. “With potential tariff-related disruptions and an uncertain economic climate, workers and businesses need the ability to adapt quickly to quickly changing circumstances,” said Jean-Claude D’Amours, acting minister of post-secondary education, training and labour. “A flexible and… Read More…
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New Brunswick Electric Vehicle Incentive Will End July 1
March 28, 2025 The New Brunswick provincial government will end its Electric Vehicle Incentive Program on July 1. “This rebate program made it possible for many New Brunswickers to buy an electric vehicle during their introduction to the market, and is helping reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” said Finance and Treasury Board Minister René Legacy, who… Read More…
