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Unlicensed Electrician Causes Fire in Hamilton Home, Fined $7,500 for Unsafe Work

August 2, 2023 On June 15, 2023, Jason Tabunot pleaded guilty and was convicted in Hamilton for operating an electrical contracting business without an electrical contractor’s licence. Tabunot was ordered to pay a $7,500 fine, plus a victim surcharge of $1,875, for work he conducted at a Hamilton residential property. The defendant was hired by the homeowner…

Feature Video: “Power to Meet Net Zero” PEMBINA Report Presentation

Feature Video: “Power to Meet Net Zero” PEMBINA Report Presentation

July 31, 2023 EFC’s Industry Research study was conducted with the Pembina Institute, a clean energy think tank, to understand the actions required to transition Canada to a net-zero economy and to identify the opportunities for the electrical & automation industry in Canada’s decarbonization efforts. The study focuses on three key sectors – electricity, buildings…

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Report: Decarbonizing Canada via ‘Electrification’ (2023)

July 31, 2023 Research Report Prepared by the Pembina Institute for Electro-Federation Canada Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) represents more than 230 member companies that manufacture, distribute, market, and sell a wide range of electrical and automation products contributing to Canada’s net-zero future, intelligent buildings, smart infrastructure, and Industry 4.0. The electrical and automation industry is the technology,…

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Draft Standard on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Apprenticeship Programs Open for Review & Comment

July 24, 2023 The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is working on a new standard for equity, diversity and inclusion in apprenticeship programs. The CSA has asked for the apprenticeship community’s input into their standard. If you would like to review and comment on the draft CSA standard, the English version will be available for review…

Procore’s Women’s Impact Network: Pioneering Inclusion and Empowering Women in Construction

Procore’s Women’s Impact Network: Pioneering Inclusion and Empowering Women in Construction

July 18, 2023 A discussion with Rakhi Voria, Procore VP Global Sales By Elle Bremmer In the traditionally male-dominated construction industry, Procore is taking charge of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Through their Women’s Impact Network (WIN) and other initiatives, Procore is committed to empowering and advancing women in construction. WIN aims to…

Ontario Bolsters Growth in Residential Construction Intentions in May

Ontario Bolsters Growth in Residential Construction Intentions in May

July 17, 2023 The total monthly value of building permits in Canada increased 10.5% in May to $10.5 billion. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), the total value of building permits increased 10.0% to $6.2 billion. Total value of building permits, seasonally adjusted Ontario bolsters growth in residential construction intentions The total monthly value of residential permits rose 8.5% to…

New Research Released on Smart Home Energy Management Systems

New Research Released on Smart Home Energy Management Systems

July 17, 2023 Engaging with early adopters and energyconscious customers can help smart home energy management systems (SHEMS) vendors deliver valuable solutions to homeowners while promoting a more sustainable future. This is one of many research-based recommendations offered to industry players in a landmark research report onthe evolving SHEMS landscape from the Continental Automated Buildings…

The Importance of Integrating New Graduates into the Workforce for Schneider Electric

The Importance of Integrating New Graduates into the Workforce for Schneider Electric

July 11, 2023 By Blake Marchand Schneider Electric has a commitment to double the opportunities for interns, apprentices, and fresh graduates between 2021 and 2025, and train 1-million people in energy management. On May 29th, the company hosted an event at Toronto Metropolitan University to showcase their commitment to bringing younger generations into the workforce….

TSE Agricultural Canopies: PcVue at the Heart of a System of Photovoltaic Shades

TSE Agricultural Canopies: PcVue at the Heart of a System of Photovoltaic Shades

July 5, 2023 Transitioning to sustainable energy sources is the major challenge of our era. Emission reduction, optimization of consumption, clean energy that is accessible to all, and de-carbonization are some of the challenges to be met in order to preserve the environment and combat energy insecurity. Faced with these many challenges, a host of…