The ECABC Jack Funk Scholarship
The ECABC Jack Funk Scholarship honours the memory of Jack Funk, a long-time electrical contractor and leader in British Columbia.
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NSAA Apprenticeship Management System (AMS) is Now Available
June 19, 2026 NSAA has now launched the Apprenticeship Management System (AMS) to provide a faster, easier, and more transparent way for apprentices and employers to manage apprenticeship activity. For Apprentices, Apprenticeship Management System will allow you to: For Employers, with Apprenticeship Management System, you will be able to: For Tradespersons Your launch of Apprenticeship…
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IP Ratings in Lighting: What They Actually Mean in the Field
By CSC LED IP ratings are among the most frequently referenced specifications in lighting, yet they are often misunderstood or oversimplified. While they may appear to be just another number on a specification sheet, IP ratings play an important role in determining where a fixture can be installed and how it will perform over time….
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The Role of Offshore Sourcing: An Editorial Perspective for Manufacturers, Distributors, Agents, Contractors, and Industry Stakeholders
The real divide is not domestic versus offshore. It is between committed, accountable partners and transactional, price‑only players. The CSA mark sits inside that story as one important signal but it is only a subset of what the market should be looking at.
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Alberta OHS Code Review
June 15, 2026 Albertans are invited to provide feedback for Alberta’s ongoing review of Alberta’s OHS Code. Complete the surveys by July 8. Albertans are invited to participate in our ongoing review of the Occupational Health and Safety Code (OHS Code). This is an opportunity to improve health and safety outcomes for workers and streamline…
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Case Study: Using Photometric Layouts for Precision Lighting
Choosing the right fixture for a site can dramatically impact brightness, coverage, and energy efficiency. This case study highlights a retrofit project where CSC LED helped a customer optimize pump station lighting with photometric layouts.
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EV Charger Install Tips for Businesses in BC
June 15, 2026 By Ryan Torres, Business Development – Mac’s II Agencies The Ultimate Guide to Installing EV Charging Stations for Your BC Business With electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerating across British Columbia, forward-thinking businesses are turning to EV charging stations as a way to attract new customers, future-proof their properties, and unlock valuable rebates. But with evolving…
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Build Communities Strong Fund for Infrastructure Projects Overview
June 15, 2026 The Build Communities Strong Fund is investing in a wide range of infrastructure projects that support economic prosperity, housing, sport, education, health, transit, and climate adaptation. It provides $51 billion over 10 years, starting in 2026-27, and $3 billion per year ongoing, to support new and renewed public infrastructure. Types of infrastructure The Build Communities…
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Construction Companies in Alberta Fined for Workplace Injury
June 15, 2026 Excel Management Limited Partnership and Benchmark Cribbing Inc., both pleaded guilty on June 2 in the Calgary Court of Justice to one count each under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act. Excel Management Limited Partnership, as prime contractor, pleaded guilty to one count for failing to ensure workers were adequately trained to…
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British Columbia Leads Non-Residential Sector Decline in April Building Permits
June 15, 2026 In April, the total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased $1.0 billion (-7.6%) to $12.5 billion. Both the non-residential sector (-10.5%) and the residential sector (-5.5%) contributed to the decline in construction intentions. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in April declined 7.7% from the previous…
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Multi-Family Construction Intentions Weigh Down Residential Sector
June 15, 2026 In March, the total value of building permits issued in Canada increased $1.3 billion (+10.3%) to $13.5 billion. The increase in construction intentions was led by the non-residential sector (+$1.5 billion) and tempered by the residential sector (-$270.6 million). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in March rose 10.1% from…
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BC Hydro Power Smart 2.0: New Funding and Energy Savings Opportunities for Businesses
June 8, 2026 BC Hydro is making its largest-ever investment in energy efficiency with the launch of Power Smart 2.0, a $1-billion plan designed to help British Columbians reduce energy consumption, lower costs, and support the province’s growing electricity needs. While homeowners will benefit from expanded rebates and energy-saving programs, some of the biggest opportunities may…
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ESA, ISEAD Licensing & Training Grant for Indigenous Electricians
June 8, 2026 Supporting Indigenous Electricians on the Path to Becoming a Master Electrician and Licensed Electrical Contractor in Ontario The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), in partnership with Indigenous Skills, Employment, Apprenticeship, and Development (ISEAD), is offering a Licensing & Training Grant to support Indigenous journeyperson electricians in Ontario who are pursuing their Master Electrician (ME)…
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Guide to the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1[i], 26th Edition: Section 64 — Renewable Energy Systems
Rule 64-000notes that this is a supplementary or amendatory section of the Code and applies to the installation of renewable energy systems, energy production systems, energy storage systems and batteries.
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Open Letter: Specifying Electrical Conduit for Critical Facilities
June 5, 2026 Dear Industry Professionals, When specifying electrical conduit for critical facilities, such as hospitals and data centers, the finish on your raceway system is just as crucial as its structural integrity. Many non-domestic steel products use electroplated zinc coatings that harbor a hidden, expensive liability: zinc whiskers. These microscopic, electrically conductive metallic filaments…
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Engagement Begins on Prompt-Payment Legislation in BC
June 1, 2026 Engagement is now open to support the implementation of the new Construction Prompt Payment Act, which is designed to ensure fair, on-time payment for contractors and subcontractors. Engagement is taking place through the B.C. Construction Prompt Payment Act discussion paper. This paper has been distributed to partners in the construction industry to collect…
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