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…
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?…
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…
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…
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,…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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Section 12 is a general section of the Code and applies to all low voltage and extra low voltage wiring installations except for…
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…
May 3, 2024 The jacket material is a key factor when looking for the right cables and wires. The outer jacket performs a multitude of functions that ensure the durability, safety and performance of the cable or wire. Users must often choose between polyurethane (PUR) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In our new white paper “PUR…
April 26, 2024 Electric Avenue, a leading innovator in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, is thrilled to announce significant improvements to the cold temperature performance of its flagship products, the Watti Pro Lite and Watti Home Gen2. After comprehensive environmental testing, both chargers now boast an impressive operational rating of -40 degrees Celsius, surpassing the…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
