Latest Articles

Latest Articles

Ontario’s Institutional Construction Intentions Push up the Non-Residential Building Permits in September

November 25, 2024 The total value of building permits in Canada increased by $1.3 billion (+11.5%) to $13.0 billion in September, reaching the second-highest level since the start of the new series in January 2017. Ontario’s construction intentions grew by $1.2 billion (+25.0%) to $5.9 billion in September 2024, leading gains in both the non-residential and residential sectors. On a constant…

Read More Ontario’s Institutional Construction Intentions Push up the Non-Residential Building Permits in September
Latest Articles

Red Seal Self-Assessment Questions

November 25, 2024 Each trade’s self-assessment tool is available to help you understand your own readiness for challenging the Red Seal exam in that trade. It goes through all topics that are included in the trade’s standard (Red Seal Occupational Standard/National Occupational Analysis) and asks you to reflect on whether you have the experience and knowledge in each…

Read More Red Seal Self-Assessment Questions
Latest Articles

Halifax Regional Municipality Seeking Deep Energy Retrofit Service Providers

November 25, 2024 Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is seeking qualified deep energy retrofit service providers to be added to its roster of approved contractors. Submit your response to be considered for future deep energy retrofit projects with HRM by the January 6 deadline. Go HERE for more information

Read More Halifax Regional Municipality Seeking Deep Energy Retrofit Service Providers
Latest Articles | Product News

Bussmann™ Series Toolbox Resource Library

November 25, 2024 Bussmann™ Series Toolbox is an extensive library of resources for anyone who wants to advance their knowledge of electrical safety, circuit protection technology and Code compliance. It’s also handy for those who work with or sell Bussmann Series fuses. The landing page provides the efficiency and organization of one portal for all…

Read More Bussmann™ Series Toolbox Resource Library
Latest Articles

TSBC Fee Changes in Effect January 1, 2025

November 25, 2024 After consulting with industry partners, TSBC have released a new fee schedule that reflects fees for 2024-2025. “Over the past few years, we have done everything possible to keep increases to a minimum for our clients, including closing offices, reducing operating budgets, and eliminating multiple roles at Technical Safety BC,” reads TSBC’s website….

Read More TSBC Fee Changes in Effect January 1, 2025
Latest Articles

Grounded in Ontario: Exploring a Career as an ESA Inspector

November 18, 2024 Technical Advisor Diana Madill shares her inspiring career journey from electrician to inspector and how she overcame challenges as a woman in the trade. If you’ve ever wondered about becoming an Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) inspector, Diana Madill has a path she encourages you to follow. From her humble beginnings inspired by…

Read More Grounded in Ontario: Exploring a Career as an ESA Inspector
Latest Articles

Quebec Region YPN Welcomed Three Industry Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Industry

November 18, 2024 On November 7th, the YPN Quebec Region hosted its last 2024 event, the YPN Panel discussion. The panel discussion was moderated by Marcos Simard of Wesco, President of the Quebec YPN Committee. Three leaders from the electrical industry, Gilles Motard, VP operation, Lumen, Corinne Galarneau, company VP, Agence Ricard, Stéphanie Santini, VP…

Read More Quebec Region YPN Welcomed Three Industry Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Industry
Latest Articles | Featured

2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (29th Edition) Comes into Effect May 1, 2025

The Electrical Safety Authority would like to advise that, following robust consultation, the Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement has approved the regulatory amendment to adopt the 2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), which comes into effect on May 1, 2025.

Read More 2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (29th Edition) Comes into Effect May 1, 2025
Latest Articles | Featured | Guide to the CE Code

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 22

Rule 22-000 outlinesthe Scope of Section 22 and that it amends or supplements the general requirements of the code. It provides specific rules for locations classified as Category 1 (moisture) or Category 2 (corrosive) environments that are significant enough to interfere with normal operation of electrical equipment.

Read More Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 22
Latest Articles | Featured

Maximizing Excel: Practical Use Cases for Preconstruction

November 8, 2024 By Melvin Newman Excel is a powerful and flexible tool that can enhance efficiency in electrical construction estimating. Spreadsheets, like those in Excel, consist of a grid of “cells” where each cell can hold various types of data. Originating from mainframe computers in the 1960s and later developed for Apple computers in…

Read More Maximizing Excel: Practical Use Cases for Preconstruction
Latest Articles

The Non-Residential Sector Declines in All Three Components Despite Sustained Industrial Permit Level

November 4, 2024 The total value of building permits in Canada decreased by $858.1 million (-7.0%) to $11.5 billion in August, following a strong July during which construction intentions rose sharply (+20.8%). The residential and non-residential sectors contributed to the decrease in August. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits decreased 7.6% in…

Read More The Non-Residential Sector Declines in All Three Components Despite Sustained Industrial Permit Level
Latest Articles

A Slight Decrease in Residential Building Construction for August

November 4, 2024 Investment in building construction edged up 0.2% to $21.0 billion in August, after a 1.6% decrease in July. The residential sector edged down (-0.1%) to $14.6 billion, while the non-residential sector was up 1.0% to $6.4 billion. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 7.2% in August. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction was…

Read More A Slight Decrease in Residential Building Construction for August
Latest Articles

When a Familiar Door Closes

September 30, 2024 By Keith Sones, seasoned utility industry executive Most of the articles I’ve written have been based on personal experiences, many of them occurring decades ago, which eventually translate into helpful life lessons. The years allow the events to marinate in a savoury stew of time and reflection, clarity never coming immediately, or even…

Read More When a Familiar Door Closes
Latest Articles

Regulatory Changes to Manitoba Apprenticeship and Certification System

November 4, 2024 Effective October 30, 2024, Manitoba’s apprenticeship and certification system will undergo regulatory changes. These changes aim to enhance responsiveness to industry needs, align with Red Seal standards, and improve the quality of apprentice training and safety. Go HERE for more information Source

Read More Regulatory Changes to Manitoba Apprenticeship and Certification System
Latest Articles

Public Review of Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Codes

November 4, 2024 The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) is inviting code users, interested parties, and the broader public to take part in the next public review of proposed changes to the 2020 editions of the National Model Codes. The public review runs from October 21 to December 19, 2024. Those interested in…

Read More Public Review of Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Codes
Latest Articles

TSBC Bulletin – Minimum Requirements: Retrofit of Luminaires to Include the Use of Light Emitting Diodes

November 4, 2024 This bulletin provides clarification on permit and certification requirements for work performed on existing light fixtures (luminaires) when upgrading for energy efficiency or converting them to the light emitting diode (LED) type. Qualified persons must apply new labels to the luminaire or the lamp when retrofitting. Procedures for installations within Technical Safety…

Read More TSBC Bulletin – Minimum Requirements: Retrofit of Luminaires to Include the Use of Light Emitting Diodes

Latest Articles

Ontario’s Institutional Construction Intentions Push up the Non-Residential Building Permits in September

Red Seal Self-Assessment Questions

Halifax Regional Municipality Seeking Deep Energy Retrofit Service Providers

Bussmann™ Series Toolbox Resource Library

TSBC Fee Changes in Effect January 1, 2025

Grounded in Ontario: Exploring a Career as an ESA Inspector

Quebec Region YPN Welcomed Three Industry Leaders to Discuss the Future of the Industry

2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (29th Edition) Comes into Effect May 1, 2025

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition – A Road Map: Section 22

Maximizing Excel: Practical Use Cases for Preconstruction

The Non-Residential Sector Declines in All Three Components Despite Sustained Industrial Permit Level

A Slight Decrease in Residential Building Construction for August

When a Familiar Door Closes

Regulatory Changes to Manitoba Apprenticeship and Certification System

Public Review of Proposed Changes to the 2020 National Model Codes

TSBC Bulletin – Minimum Requirements: Retrofit of Luminaires to Include the Use of Light Emitting Diodes

Our Company

Customer Service

Subscribe to our Free Weekly Digest

Our Company

Customer Service

Subscribe to Our Brands…

Visit our Brand Sites…

Subscribe to our Free Weekly Digest