September 16, 2026
An effective, high performing foreman is a company’s most valuable asset, with their leadership and ability to manage cost, schedule, safety, and quality setting the tone for project success.
This course offers an in-depth look at the top habits of the most effective foremen. The course is led by Dr. Awad Hanna, professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
September 18, 2026 September 23 @ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Free Ditch the confusion, nail your specs, and pass inspection with confidence—because one wrong cable choice can cost you delays, rework, and your reputation. You have been there. A dense spec sheet. A tight deadline. One wrong cable choice means rework, delays, and a…
September 18, 2026 Stop firefighting and start winning with a proven pre-construction planning process that boosts profit margins by 23%. What if you could turn a -3% loss into a 23% profit simply by planning differently? You know how to get the job done. But too often, you are forced to react to problems that…
September 17, 2026 This subscription gives you 1-year access to the (IEPE) online study tool. To perform their trade in Canada, industrial electricians must pass the Red Seal Exam. If you want to improve your chances of Red Seal exam success, this web-based tool with over 2,500 questions can help you test your knowledge and…
September 17, 2026 Foundations of Belonging in the Workplace is a free learning program designed for Nova Scotia’s skilled trades sector. The program equips employers, supervisors, journeypersons, apprentices, and workplace partners with practical strategies to create welcoming, inclusive, and productive workplaces. A respectful workplace is a safe workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and treated…
September 16, 2026 Gain the knowledge and skills required to visualize the scope and magnitude of a construction project and produce accurate and reliable estimates. Course work includes reviewing drawings through various phases of a project with the aim of determining the quantity and type of materials required for the project.
September 16, 2026 Join IES on Thursday, October 8, 2026 for Light For Life®: Commissioning, a one-day virtual symposium dedicated to the formal quality process which begins at pre-design and concludes when the warranty process is complete. Participants will receive four (4) IES Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). Presentations curated to cover: Attendees who join IES…
October 16, 2026 By Cory Young Because “price the electrical” is technically a request. It’s just not a very helpful one. There’s a common misconception about electrical quoting. You send your distributor a drawing package, maybe a fixture schedule if they’re lucky, type “Need pricing ASAP” in the email, and somewhere behind the counter a… Read More…
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Airport installations are series-type circuits that are different from other multiple-type circuits in that the regulator supplying them provides a constant current, and variable voltage supply regardless of the load. Read More…
October 8, 2026 This information bulletin explains Compliance and Enforcement Fees at Technical Safety BC (TSBC), including who may be subject to these fees, and the circumstances under which they may be charged. Compliance and Enforcement Fees are intended to recover a portion of the costs associated with regulatory activities undertaken to identify and address… Read More…
October 8, 2026 By EB Horsman & Son Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms are simple life-safety devices, but determining what you need can get complicated. If you are building or renovating a home, do you need a smoke alarm in every bedroom? What about the basement? Can a combination smoke and carbon monoxide alarm… Read More…
October 8, 2026 Delta Transformers, a Canadian manufacturer of dry-type transformers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Spectrum Power Systems as their new representative in Ontario, Canada, effective October 1st, 2026. For over 27 years Spectrum Power Systems has been representing leading electrical manufacturers throughout Ontario. The company has a strong presence in the… Read More…
October 8, 2026 Arrest follows ESA licence revocation, $70,000 in previous fines and new electrical safety charges Peel Regional Police recently arrested Rahyl Hassan, principal of former Licensed Electrical Contractor, Strak Holdings Inc., following an investigation in which the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) cooperated with police. ESA referred concerns about potential criminal activity to Peel… Read More…
October 8, 2026 The federal government has announced a $2 billion investment to deliver one million home retrofits across Canada. These energy-efficient retrofits will lower heating costs for Canadians and reduce emissions. First, they are launching a new National Heat Pump Rebate to help up to 820,000 households make the switch to more efficient electric heat pumps: Heat pumps… Read More…
September 8, 2026 Funding supports homeowners and affordable housing providers in reducing energy costs and improving quality of life, while adding jobs to communities coast-to-coast The Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) today announced that $66.3 million in funding has been approved for 162 energy efficiency projects across the country. The… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
