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EV Charging Connections: A Guide for Non-Residential Customers from Kingston Utilities

May 31, 2024 Providing charging infrastructure in non-residential settings is essential for supporting the growing number of electric vehicles (EV) on the road. Whether you’re planning to install public charging stations, workplace chargers, or chargers in multi-unit residential or commercial buildings, Kingston Hydro is here to help! Installing EV charging connections requires careful consideration. Explore helpful…

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Striking Ease and Peace of Mind: Gigamedia’s Video Solutions for Small Businesses

May 28, 2024 Small businesses today face multifaceted challenges, necessitating advanced security solutions that go beyond traditional measures. Gigamedia, a pioneer in cutting-edge video security solutions, recognizes these evolving needs and has developed tailored offerings to address them. Let’s get into how Gigamedia’s innovative solutions provide small business owners with more than just security—they offer…

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How Do You Tell Your Boss They Have a Bad Idea?

May 27, 2024 By Keith Sones, seasoned utility industry executive “That’s a great idea!” I said enthusiastically. My boss had just given me my first commission as a new safety and health professional, and I was eager to applaud his proactivity. Low in the food chain, I figured it couldn’t hurt to burnish his ego a…

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Apprenticeship Manitoba FAQ – 1:1 Apprentice-to-Journeyperson Ratio

May 27, 2024 How is the apprentice-to-journeyperson ratio changing? All trades currently use a ratio of no more than two apprentices for each journeyperson (a 2:1 ratio). The department is amending this to a 1:1 apprentice to journeyperson ratio. The regulation will come into effect later this calendar year. Why is the change being implemented?…

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Enhancing Water Treatment Plant Efficiency with Solar Array and Active Harmonic Filtering

May 27, 2024 The search for renewable sources of energy has pushed the electrical industry to look into cutting-edge methods of generating and utilizing power in recent years and Water Treatment Plants are not an exception for being essential to ensuring a clean water supply. This case study explores the partnership between a Water Treatment Plant…

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CSA Group Releases 2023/2024 Annual Report

May 27, 2024 CSA Group has just published its Annual Report. This year’s report covers highlights from our 2023/2024 fiscal year, as well as the investments we are making to strengthen our Standards organization for a healthier, safer, more sustainable future. This year, the report also examines where and how our standards are making an…

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Top 5 Safety Risks for British Columbia Revealed in Technical Safety BC’s Latest State of Safety

May 27, 2024 Technical Safety BC released its 2023 State of Safety and Annual Report, outlining the leading safety priorities and risks for British Columbia over the past year. The Top Five Safety Risks identified in the report highlight the need for safe digging around gas lines, an increased focus on ammonia safety, the dangers of electrical fire and shock,…

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Future-Proofing your Business with Electrical Estimating Software

In today’s construction landscape, it’s crucial for construction business owners to seize every opportunity to future-proof their operations. Building a thriving electrical (or mechanical) contracting company entails more than just acquiring technical skills and setting up a business.

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Ontario Drives Monthly Downturn in Residential Sector for March 2024 Building Permits

May 16, 2024 Month over month, the total value of building permits in Canada decreased 11.7% to $10.5 billion in March. Construction intentions in the non-residential component declined 16.7% to $4.0 billion, while the residential sector decreased by 8.3% to $6.5 billion. Declines were observed in all components except for the commercial component. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total…

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25th Edition of the MEET Show Smashes Attendance Records

May 16, 2024 By Electro-Federation Canada The energy and excitement was palpable at the 2024 edition of the MEET Show at the Moncton Coliseum on May 1 and 2. The biennial Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, and Technology show – celebrating its 25th year in 2024 – saw record-breaking attendance, welcoming 6,626 industry professionals to one of…

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Video: How to Easily Setup and Program Intermatic PE700 Series Wireless Timers

May 10, 2024 Dive into the future & discover the ultimate convenience in pool & spa management with this “How to” video guide for setting up & programming the PE700 Series Pool & Spa Wireless Smart Timer, by Intermatic. Whether you are programming the 3-circuit model PE733P or the 2-circuit PE723P, this video is your…

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Companion Piece to Cross-Jurisdictional Analysis Sent to the Attorney General by BCCA on Prompt Payment

May 10, 2024 A companion document to the Cross-Jurisdictional Legislative Comparison of Prompt Payment and Adjudication Regimes Across Canada prepared on November 24, 2023, has been submitted to British Columbia’s Ministry of the Attorney General, Minister of Finance, and the Premier. View “The Time to Act Promptly is Now: A Paper on the Benefits of Prompt…

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The Circular Built Environment in Canada: A Review of the Current State, Gaps and Opportunities

May 10, 2024 Citation: Goodland, H., and Walsh, K. (2024). The circular built environment in Canada: A review of the current state, gaps and opportunities. Canadian Standards Association, Toronto, ON. Executive Summary The construction industry is a major consumer of natural resources and imposes significant impacts on the environment. A circular built environment (CBE) is necessary…

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Breaking Barriers: Kimberly Corlett’s Journey in Shaping an Inclusive Construction Industry

May 6, 2024 By Elle Bremmer March 8th marked International Women’s Day with discussions on gender equality and inclusivity resonating across the globe. In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To…

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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 12

Section 12 is a general section of the Code and applies to all low voltage and extra low voltage wiring installations except for…

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Building a Greener Future – BuildForce Canada Report

May 3, 2024 Retrofitting Canada’s residential, commercial, and institutional building stock to incorporate sustainable fuel sources, technologies, and materials could require as many as 57,000 additional construction workers and generate more than $81 billion in new construction investments by 2032. A new report prepared by BuildForce Canada, Building a Greener Future: Estimating the impact on construction…

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EV Charging Connections: A Guide for Non-Residential Customers from Kingston Utilities

Striking Ease and Peace of Mind: Gigamedia’s Video Solutions for Small Businesses

How Do You Tell Your Boss They Have a Bad Idea?

Apprenticeship Manitoba FAQ – 1:1 Apprentice-to-Journeyperson Ratio

Enhancing Water Treatment Plant Efficiency with Solar Array and Active Harmonic Filtering

CSA Group Releases 2023/2024 Annual Report

Top 5 Safety Risks for British Columbia Revealed in Technical Safety BC’s Latest State of Safety

Future-Proofing your Business with Electrical Estimating Software

Ontario Drives Monthly Downturn in Residential Sector for March 2024 Building Permits

25th Edition of the MEET Show Smashes Attendance Records

Video: How to Easily Setup and Program Intermatic PE700 Series Wireless Timers

Companion Piece to Cross-Jurisdictional Analysis Sent to the Attorney General by BCCA on Prompt Payment

The Circular Built Environment in Canada: A Review of the Current State, Gaps and Opportunities

Breaking Barriers: Kimberly Corlett’s Journey in Shaping an Inclusive Construction Industry

Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition– A Road Map: Section 12

Building a Greener Future – BuildForce Canada Report

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