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August 28, 2025 This round of the  Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream will provide $260 million for innovative projects that support the hiring, training and upskilling of workers in manufacturing, health care, construction, automotive and other skilled trades.  Ontario Electrical League will recieve $2,995,000 to help 500 journeypersons, registered apprentices, people residing in remote/rural communities…

August 25, 2025 efficiencyPEI was recognized with a national award for its work in providing Islanders with energy efficiency information and programs.  The ENERGY STAR® Canada Awards acknowledge outstanding contributions to protecting the environment through superior energy achievements. This year, efficiencyPEI received the Advocate of the Year award.  efficiencyPEI has won a total of 10 ENERGY STAR…

August 18, 2025 In 2024, FortisBC Energy Inc. and FortisBC Inc.’s (collectively FortisBC) conservation and energy-efficiency programs helped lower gas and electricity use while helping create more comfortable living and working spaces for customers. Building on 2023 reductions, its gas programs cut close to one million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO₂e) 1 in 2024. “Our customers’…

August 18, 2025 Amendments to the Products Containing Mercury Regulations (PCMR) came into force June 19, 2025. This is a federal regulation that now prohibits importing or manufacturing of products containing mercury if mercury-free alternatives exist. Additionally, anyone who manufactured or imported products containing mercury in 2025 must report them before March 31, 2026. Key Changes: Action Required:If you imported or…

July 25, 2025 Product: Electrical Devices GFCI Safety Outlet sold at Home Hardware Issue: Consumer products – Fire hazard What to do: Immediately stop using the recalled products, contact Unison Ridge for instructions on how to uninstall and return them to any Home Hardware store for a refund. This recall involves three white coloured models…

July 24, 2025 Faced with growing pressure to build more, faster, nine in 10 leading Canadian construction companies agree the industry must quickly adopt new, cutting-edge technologies, with most saying digital tools are already starting to boost their productivity, according to a new report from KPMG in Canada on digital maturity in the construction industry. “It’s good…

July 21, 2025 The Home Renovation Savings™ program and make meaningful improvements today that pay off long term. Level up to a smart thermostat, invest in solar energy or install a heat pump. Smart upgrades like these can make your home more energy efficient, comfortable and ready for whatever the season brings. And best of…