Average Power Distribution Salaries by City
Edmonton and Calgary have the highest annual salary for power distribution workers, at about $90,000. Halifax comes in last at $58,958
7 Unusual Tips to Winterize Your Car or Truck
You see a lot of articles this time of year recommending some common sense things you should do to protect your vehicle and yourself in the bitter cold winter weather.
Emerson Withdraws Proposal to Acquire Rockwell Automation
Emerson has announced that it has withdrawn its proposal to acquire Rockwell Automation for $225 per share. The Rockwell Board of Directors had rejected the latest offer made by Emerson.
Opinion: Is the Proposed Merger of Guelph Hydro ad Electra the Real Deal?
Guelph council will be voting soon on the proposed merger with Alectra Utilities. So who or what is Alectra, and does the Guelph Council know enough about them?
Convergent Energy + Power Completes Energy Storage Project in Bolton, ON
Convergent Energy + Power has announced that it has finished construction on a first-of-its-kind energy storage system. The project is designed to reduce Global Adjustment demand charges, which account for up to 70% of electricity bills for some customers in Ontario. The project is anticipated to reduce electricity cost on the load it addresses by 15-30% per year starting in 2018.
SaskPower Updates Progress on Renewable Electricity
SaskPower is making progress on its path towards a cleaner future and its goal of doubling the percentage of renewable electricity generation capacity by 2030.
Average Salaries for Power Distribution Workers
Power distribution workers on the East Coast have a lower annual income compared to the rest of Canada. Alberta leads at $90,757.
Investment in New Housing Up 8.9% in September YOY
Increases in new housing investment were reported in eight provinces, with the largest gains in Alberta (+$154.3 million), Ontario (+$126.5 million) and Quebec (+$102.4 million).
Lighting Control Networking 101
Networked lighting control systems are all the rage these days. Rightfully so, given their enormous capability to control luminaires…
Kelly Kienleitner: Chief Instructor, EJTC/Motor Winder/Electrician/JATC Member/Mother
Kelly Kienleitner is a remarkable woman with an interesting story. She was raised in a Canadian military family.
What the Hurricane Season Taught Me About Electricity
I’m going to make a very broad assumption.If you are reading this article, then you either work in a world that is heavily involved with electricity and electronics, or you use electricity on a regular basis.
Average Salaries in Power Distribution by Years of Experience
The longer you stay in the industry, the more you’ll make.
The Dope on Marijuana at Work
On July 1, 2018, the possession of marijuana, referred to as cannabis in the legislation, will become legal in Canada.
Transformation of the Grid — and Preparing the Next Generation
The energy industry is now in the midst of transformative change. Many Canadian electrical assets are approaching the end of life, and there is a need to refurbish or replace much of the system.
2018 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I: Top 15 Changes
Now in its 24th edition, the 2018 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I includes a number of significant updates and changes to better help electrical workers in the safe maintenance of electrical equipment and create safer electrical installations.
Hourly Rates in Electrical Power Distribution
Among six job types, journeyman linemen and powerline technicians are the highest paid power distribution workers in Canada, followed closely by linemen.
