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Lighting Case Study: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
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Celebrating 30 Years of Innovation and Collaboration at EFC’s 2025 Conference in Niagara
By Luc Rodier, Chair of the Board of Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) The 2025 EFC Conference in Niagara was a landmark occasion—marking 30 years of innovation, collaboration, and collective progress in the Canadian electrical industry. Set against the symbolic backdrop of the Canadian-U.S. border, this year’s theme, Electrifying Connections, couldn’t have been more fitting. As President and… Read More…
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Industrial Wiring Devices: A Brief Intro and How to Choose Them
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Industry Leaders Head to Quebec to Strengthen Energy and Supply Chain Resilience
June 9, 2025 By Electro-Federation Canada On June 3 and 4, a high-level delegation from Canada’s electrical and automation sector travelled to Montreal and Quebec City for a series of strategic meetings with Quebec government officials and key stakeholders. Organized by Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), this mission underscores the critical role the industry plays in advancing… Read More…
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Electrifying Connections: A Celebration of Legacy, A Vision for the Future
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Eaton and Siemens Energy Partner to Provide Power and Technology to Accelerate New Data Center Capacity
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Latest Social Media Challenge Puts Students at Risk of Electrical Shock
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Plan Group Announce New VP of Electrical
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Electro-Federation Canada Announces New Chair and Board of Directors for 2025-26
June 13, 2025 On Monday, May 26, 2025, Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) held its Annual General Meeting, which included an update on key initiatives, the welcoming of a new Chair, and the election of the 2025-2026 Board of Directors. EFC President & CEO Carol McGlogan shared key highlights from the past year and provided a summary of the… Read More…
