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STA Boxes Enters a Major New Growth Phase with Expanded Facilities
In a market where speed, flexibility, and reliability have become essential, STA Boxes is reaching a major milestone in its growth journey.
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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 Read More…
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Why New Pool and Hot Tub Code Changes Matter More Than Ever
June 1, 2026 As an electrical contractor, pools and hot tubs aren’t just another install. They’re high-liability environments where small oversights can turn into serious safety issues. And those risks aren’t theoretical. “We are seeing reports of shocks at hot tubs,” says ESA Technical Advisor Trevor Tremblay. “We had one example of people just relaxing Read More…
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How Do I Choose the Right Conductor Material for Cables and Wires?
May 29, 2026 By Christian Dettmer, Head of Technical Department – HELU The conductor material is the heart of a cable or wire. It forms the core and ensures efficient transmission of energy, signals, or data. Depending on the area of application, the right choice is crucial for the reliability, service life, and performance of Read More…
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University of Waterloo Students Help Decarbonize ESA’s Ontario-Wide Fleet
May 29, 2026 By Chantal Vallis, Faculty of Environment – University of Waterloo Reducing a business’ carbon footprint is no small task. For Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority, which operates province-wide and logs eight to nine million kilometers annually, the challenge is especially complex. Recognizing the scale of the issue, they turned to the next generation Read More…
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IPEX Scepter® RBox™ PVC Round Electrical Box
The Scepter® RBox™ is IPEX’s upgraded round electrical box designed as the next generation of the OB15, making installations faster, easier, and more reliable. Built from high‑impact, corrosion‑resistant PVC, it’s fully non‑metallic and ready for wet‑location use. It also includes several contractor‑driven improvements that boost durability, capacity, and convenience.
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Engineered for Strength. Trusted for Power. Nexans ACWU90
Nexans ACWU90 cable is a reliable power cable designed for low voltage electrical distribution in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Rated for 600 volts, it features an aluminum conductor with durable cross linked polyethylene (XLPE) insulation suitable for wet or dry locations. Approved for direct burial and use in raceways, ACWU90 offers excellent mechanical strength, moisture resistance, and long service life, making it a practical and versatile solution for a wide range of installation environments.
ESA: Increase Plan Review Threshold for Distributed Energy Resources (DER) from 10kW to 12kW
This proposed change intends to reflect the current industry trend towards increasing standard equipment sizes of inverters, commonly reaching values greater than 10kW, and supports harmonization within the industry. The OEB (Ontario Energy Board) issued proposed amendments in October 2025 which included increasing the maximum threshold capacity for a micro-embedded generation facility to 12kW.
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The 3-in-1 Device That Simplifies Every LED Install
With DimDrive+, your clients get full control with two toggles on a single device — one to dial brightness from high to low, one to shift colour temperature from warm to cool, no separate driver to hide. Just a clean, finished install that gives your client full control right from the wall.
WAGO Canada Unifies Data Centre Control to Reduce Time to Market and Eliminate Rework
WAGO Canada’s vendor-independent architecture enables faster integration and consistent operation across power distribution and HVAC systems.
Data centres are under pressure to scale rapidly, with operators building and expanding capacity as quickly as possible to meet accelerating compute demand.
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The Look of Custom Linear, Without the Complexity
STRIPE is a 120V plug-and-play linear lighting system built for straightforward installs. No custom fabrication, no complicated wiring just clean, continuous runs that give any space a high-end architectural look. Create straight lines, shapes, and configurations on site with components that connect quickly and install clean. STRIPE gives you the flexibility to build standout linear designs without the hassle of custom layouts. A perfect solution for corridors, bathroom vanities, kitchen islands, gyms, and more, bringing the look of linear without complicating the install.
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Nesco Canada Announces the Appointment of Alliance Marketing Ltd. Sales Rep for BC
June 1, 2026 Nesco Canada has announced the appointment of Alliance Marketing Ltd. as its sales representative for British Columbia, effective June 1, 2026. Nesco Canada manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of electrical products including electrical conduits, flexible aluminum and liquid tight conduit, EMT and rigid elbows, conduit nipples, weatherproof products, explosionproof fittings , and various conduit Read More…
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Hammond Manufacturing Appoints Jason Tino as Regional Sales Representative – Electrical Enclosures Division, for Southwestern Ontario
June 1, 2026 Recently, Hammond Manufacturing was pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Tino as its new Southwestern Ontario Regional Sales Representative for the company’s Electrical Enclosures division, effective May 25. Jason Tino brings more than 20 years of technical sales experience across the electrical and industrial markets, with a strong background in customer Read More…
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Canada’s Building Trades Unions Launch Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan to Advance Opportunity, Partnership, and Accountability Across the Skilled Trades
June 1, 2026 Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) announced the release of its Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), a national, structured framework designed to advance Indigenous participation, leadership, and economic opportunity across the unionized construction sector. Led by CBTU’s Director of Workforce Development, Lindsay Amundsen, and in partnership with Mokwateh, an Indigenous-owned consultancy, the IRAP establishes a Read More…
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Electrozad Announces Retirement of Dave Kruk Director of Commercial, and the Appointment of Mike Jeffery to Branch Manager, London
June 1, 2025 Electrozad marks the close of an extraordinary chapter; honouring the career of Dave Kruk and welcoming continued, strong leadership at our London Branch. A Legacy of Excellence: Dave Kruk’s Retirement Electrozad marks a significant milestone with the announcement of Dave Kruk’s retirement, effective July 31, 2026. This marks the conclusion of an Read More…
ECABC Announces 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees
ECABC is proud to announce that Bill Strain and Rob Tate will be inducted into the ECABC Electrical Hall of Fame this June.
Bill and Rob have devoted their careers to the electrical contracting industry in British Columbia. Induction into the Electrical Hall of Fame is the highest honour the Association can bestow upon a member.
Electrical Industry News Week
This special weekly digest has the broadest reach of those that are involved in all aspects of the electrical industry including electrical construction and maintenance professionals and electrical specifying engineers across Canada. EIN is designed to provide electrical professionals with insight and intelligence on developments in the industry that impact design, specification, and the installation of electrical equipment. From corporate news to new technologies and insightful opinions, EIN will become your first read in the electrical industry in Canada. Published weekly – every Tuesday
