EFC Tariff Update Hub

EFC Tariff Update Hub

March 13, 2025 EFC’s Tarrif Update Hub provides a centralized location for EFC actions, government advocacy, and key industry resources regarding the ongoing tariff situation between Canada and the United States. Designed to keep EFC members aligned and ahead of developments, check back for updates and insights to help you navigate the evolving landscape. EFC…

International Women’s Day 2025: Advancing Equity in the Skilled Trades

International Women’s Day 2025: Advancing Equity in the Skilled Trades

March 13, 2025 On March 8, 2025, CAF-FCA celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD) by reaffirming our commitment to breaking barriers and advancing opportunities for women and equity-priority groups in the skilled trades. This year’s theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” is a powerful call to action—one that aligns with our efforts to…

EFC is Proud to Recognize March 8 as International Women’s Day

EFC is Proud to Recognize March 8 as International Women’s Day

March 13, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women’s equality. Collectively for #IWD2025 we can all #AccelerateAction. Focusing on the need to Accelerate Action emphasizes the importance of taking swift…

K-Line Highlights Engineering Services on World Engineering Day
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K-Line Highlights Engineering Services on World Engineering Day

March 11, 2025 The Engineering, Design, & Field Services Divisions of K‑Tek Electro-Services are members of PEO and are the licensed engineering division of the K‑Line Group of Companies.This division specializes in the design, commissioning, maintenance, and testing of electrical power systems up to 230kV This multi-discipline division is integral to K-Line’s turnkey operation and…

How Technology is Reshaping Lighting Design: Augmented Reality, Sustainability, Smart Lighting, and 3D Printing

How Technology is Reshaping Lighting Design: Augmented Reality, Sustainability, Smart Lighting, and 3D Printing

March 10, 2025 By Kaitlin Burke, Lead System Engineer at Cooper Lighting Solutions & Rajat Bhayana, Lighting Product Manager at Cooper Lighting Solutions Technology is rapidly reshaping the lighting design industry, offering new ways to streamline workflows, enhance aesthetics, and optimize energy efficiency. In 2025, lighting professionals will have more tools than ever to balance…

A Powerful Partnership

A Powerful Partnership

March 10, 2025 By Milwaukee® Milwaukee® believes in the power of relationships. The global leader in hand tools and power tools has built its reputation over the past 100 years from the combination of producing high-quality tools designed for the jobsite, while continuing to go above and beyond their user’s expectations. A perfect example of…

ECAO Tariff Tracker

ECAO Tariff Tracker

March 7, 2025 ECAO is closely monitoring the evolving tariff battle between Canada and the US. ECAO are staying in touch with their industry partners and legal resources, and continually monitoring news feeds. In addition, they will be meeting with affiliate partners, suppliers and other industry players to plan implementation of possible solutions, to advise…

Canadian Chamber of Commerce Canada-US Trade Tracker

Canadian Chamber of Commerce Canada-US Trade Tracker

March 7, 2025 A 25% tariff would severely harm the unique Canada-U.S. trading relationship, hurting workers and businesses on both sides of the border. Tariffs would raise the costs for consumers, further compounding affordability problems. Canada is a critical and reliable partner, supplying energy, critical minerals, autos and other essential inputs for U.S. companies and…

Goal Zero 4x HPP to 1x HPP+ Solar Series Combiner recalled due to fire hazard

Goal Zero 4x HPP to 1x HPP+ Solar Series Combiner recalled due to fire hazard

March 7, 2025 Goal Zero 4x HPP to 1x HPP+ Solar Series Combiner Issue Consumer products – Fire hazard What to do Immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Goal Zero for a refund. Affected products This recall involves the Goal Zero 4x HPP to 1x HPP+ Solar Series Combiner model 98715 with UPC…

Canada’s Colocation Data Center Market: Fueling Expansion and Innovation
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Canada’s Colocation Data Center Market: Fueling Expansion and Innovation

March 7, 2025 Canada’s data center colocation market is experiencing rapid expansion, fueled by increasing demand for digital infrastructure, data sovereignty concerns, and the rise of cloud computing. As enterprises and hyperscale providers seek scalable, efficient, and secure solutions, colocation facilities in Canada are evolving to meet the growing needs of businesses while prioritizing innovation…

March 6 Tariff Update from EFC

March 6 Tariff Update from EFC

March 7, 2025 In February, EFC’s Government Relations Committee and EFC’s Board of Directors met to develop a position for EFC in response to tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States government. Board members agreed that maintaining free trade or securing an exemption for Canadian and American electrical products, would be the favourable outcome for all EFC members, ensuring…

List of Products from the United States Subject to 25 per cent Tariffs Effective March 4, 2025

List of Products from the United States Subject to 25 per cent Tariffs Effective March 4, 2025

March 7, 2025 Effective March 4, 2025, the Government of Canada is imposing 25 per cent tariffs on $30 billion in goods imported from the United States (U.S.). These tariffs only apply to goods originating from the U.S., which shall be considered as those goods eligible to be marked as a good of the U.S. in accordance with…