October 6, 2025 The Electrical Injury Day of Recognition is sponsored by the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta, the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association, the Electrical Contractors Association of British Columbia, and the National Electrical Trade Council. The Canadian electrical industry is calling on all tradespeople and those who benefit from them, to set aside October 6 as a day…
October 6, 2025 This report was produced by the Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (ISHA). You can find the report, as well as sources on their website. This report has been written by Dr. Manuel Gomez, director of the St. John’s Rehab Research Program at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto. Electricity is an important…
September 29, 2025 By John Kerr The North American aluminum wire and cable market is facing a critical threat from the dumping of below-cost imports, primarily from China and Vietnam and other offshore suppliers. This unfair trade practice jeopardizes committed domestic North American manufacturers such as Southwire, Nexans, Northern Cables, Electro Cables, Deca, Shawflex and…
September 26, 2025 By David O’Reilly, Vice President, Home & Commercial Division, Schneider Electric Canada As Canada accelerates its transition to a low-carbon economy, the demand for electricity is rising rapidly. From electric vehicles (EVs) and heat pumps to solar panels and battery storage, our homes are becoming hubs of electrification. Yet, many homes were…
September 26, 2025 Canada’s data centre market is entering a breakout phase. With total IT capacity surpassing 10 GW across live, under construction, committed, and early-stage projects, the country has rapidly transitioned from steady growth to exponential expansion. DC Byte’s latest Market Spotlight provides a clear picture of this transformation, highlighting where opportunities lie for…
For increased reliability, the existing manually operated switchgear in the building would be replaced with automatic source-transfer switchgear.
September 26, 2025 The work electricians do in Ontario is evolving quickly, from new technologies and energy systems to updated safety expectations on every job site. On May 1, 2024, the 29th edition of the Ontario Electrical Safety Code came into effect, bringing changes that contractors, designers, and DIY homeowners need to understand. In this…
September 22, 2025 By Blake Marchand In Canada, the pressure that US tariffs have put on automakers has led to a recent decision by the federal government to pause and review their EV Availability Standard (EVAS), which set targets for automakers on EV sales and range of models. With that recent announcement, I thought it…
September 22, 2025 Cooper Lighting Solutions, part of the global Signify family, just made a noteworthy move by acquiring Calgary-based Nemalux, a company that has quietly built a reputation over the past two decades for making “tough-as-nails” LED lighting. Nemalux specializes in fixtures designed for the truly harsh places like oil rigs, mines, ships, and…
Projects deemed to be of national importance and significance are being referred to the Major Projects Office who will continue to work with proponents, provinces, territories and Indigenous Peoples to find the right way forward for these projects. The initial projects under consideration are: LNG Canada Phase 2 – Kitimat, BC Proponent: LNG Canada This project would double…
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), the national association representing over 230 member companies in the electrical industry, including manufacturers, distributors, and technology providers that power Canada’s electrification infrastructure, is calling on the federal government to maintain the Electric Vehicle (EV) Availability Standard and preserve policies that send strong and consistent signals to consumers, manufacturers, and investors. At…
September 18, 2025 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) hosted its 2025 Annual Meeting and the 16th Ontario Electrical Safety Awards yesterday, recognizing individuals and organizations making meaningful contributions to electrical safety across the province. The Honourable Stephen Crawford, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, was in attendance to mark the occasion. Awards…
September 18, 2025 Electrical Fatalities in Ontario Drop on the Job, But Rise at Home ESA’s newly released Ontario Electrical Safety Report finds electrical fatalities outside of work up 40%, even as workplace deaths decline The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has released the 24th edition of its Ontario Electrical Safety Report (OESR), the only publication…
September 18, 2025 Receive upfront discounts from participating distributors on the purchase of energy-efficient lighting products that will help to lower your business’s energy consumption, improve your bottom line and transform your space. Instant, point-of-sale discounts are available for existing commercial, agricultural, industrial, institutional and multi-unit residential buildings and facilities in Ontario that purchase eligible…
September 15, 2025 By Blake Marchand Earlier this year, Samsung announced the winners of its annual Solve for Tomorrow competition for students in grades 6-12. The competition challenges students to come up with solutions for real-world problems in the field of STEM. This year’s winner was Keerthana Srinivasan from Aldershot School, who developed System Analysis…
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September 15, 2025 by William (Bill) Burr[i] The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes it can seem quite daunting to quickly find the information you need. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document. This is not intended to replace the notes in Appendix B or…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
