Schneider Electric’s WiserAir smart thermostat will be launched this fall. Here is a video presentation of this new device’s main features. We met with the team behind this product and will tell you their story in a few weeks.
Good viewing!
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Total investment in building construction edged down 0.4% to $15.2 billion in October, following a 1.5% decrease in September. Investment in the non-residential sector fell for the fourth consecutive month in October, remaining below pre-COVID-19 levels. Conversely, investment in the residential sector continued to strengthen for the sixth straight month.
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Brad Fraser was on the path to becoming a mechanical engineer when life events led him to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps in the electrical business in 1971. “My mother was ill, so I stayed home to take care of her,” reminisces Fraser, about how he got started…
As part of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s 2015 scholarship program, GE Lighting is offering a $3,500 Community Leadership Award. Engaging university and college students is critical in our industry, says Joris Myny, Chair of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s scholarship program and a senior vice president of Siemens Canada Limited.
Canadian municipalities issued $8.3 billion worth of building permits in November, up 2.6% from October. Higher construction intentions for commercial buildings drove most of the gain.
December 10, 2023 Saskatchewan Leads This Month With 45.6 Per Cent in Year-Over-Year Growth Statistics Canada released October 2023 numbers on the value of building permits, with Saskatchewan jumping 45.6 per cent compared to October 2022 (seasonally adjusted). Saskatchewan ranked second among provinces. The total value of building permits in Saskatchewan was $204 million in…
Total investment in building construction edged down 0.4% to $15.2 billion in October, following a 1.5% decrease in September. Investment in the non-residential sector fell for the fourth consecutive month in October, remaining below pre-COVID-19 levels. Conversely, investment in the residential sector continued to strengthen for the sixth straight month.
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Brad Fraser was on the path to becoming a mechanical engineer when life events led him to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps in the electrical business in 1971. “My mother was ill, so I stayed home to take care of her,” reminisces Fraser, about how he got started…
As part of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s 2015 scholarship program, GE Lighting is offering a $3,500 Community Leadership Award. Engaging university and college students is critical in our industry, says Joris Myny, Chair of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s scholarship program and a senior vice president of Siemens Canada Limited.
Canadian municipalities issued $8.3 billion worth of building permits in November, up 2.6% from October. Higher construction intentions for commercial buildings drove most of the gain.
December 10, 2023 Saskatchewan Leads This Month With 45.6 Per Cent in Year-Over-Year Growth Statistics Canada released October 2023 numbers on the value of building permits, with Saskatchewan jumping 45.6 per cent compared to October 2022 (seasonally adjusted). Saskatchewan ranked second among provinces. The total value of building permits in Saskatchewan was $204 million in…
Total investment in building construction edged down 0.4% to $15.2 billion in October, following a 1.5% decrease in September. Investment in the non-residential sector fell for the fourth consecutive month in October, remaining below pre-COVID-19 levels. Conversely, investment in the residential sector continued to strengthen for the sixth straight month.
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Brad Fraser was on the path to becoming a mechanical engineer when life events led him to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps in the electrical business in 1971. “My mother was ill, so I stayed home to take care of her,” reminisces Fraser, about how he got started…
As part of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s 2015 scholarship program, GE Lighting is offering a $3,500 Community Leadership Award. Engaging university and college students is critical in our industry, says Joris Myny, Chair of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)’s scholarship program and a senior vice president of Siemens Canada Limited.
Canadian municipalities issued $8.3 billion worth of building permits in November, up 2.6% from October. Higher construction intentions for commercial buildings drove most of the gain.
December 10, 2023 Saskatchewan Leads This Month With 45.6 Per Cent in Year-Over-Year Growth Statistics Canada released October 2023 numbers on the value of building permits, with Saskatchewan jumping 45.6 per cent compared to October 2022 (seasonally adjusted). Saskatchewan ranked second among provinces. The total value of building permits in Saskatchewan was $204 million in…
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…
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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
