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JLG releases whitepaper on safety-focused work culture

JLG Industries Inc.,  manufacturer of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) and telehandlers, has released its new whitepaper 10 Tips for Creating a Safety-Focused Work Culture that can help contractors implement strategies and actions to create a safety-first culture on their job sites.


Ontario and Alberta establish a partnership to address the skilled trades labour shortage

Ontario’s Labour Minister, David Piccini, and Alberta’s Minister of Advanced Education, Rajan Sawhney, have agreed to work together to address their provinces' skilled trades labour shortage. This partnership will put Canadian workers first by reducing interprovincial barriers and red tape for credential recognition and encouraging labour flow between Ontario and Alberta.


EECOL Electric acquires Independent Electric Supply

Electrical distributor and rentals, EECOL Electric has acquired Independent Electric Supply Inc. “EECOL’s customer-first focus aligns perfectly with our values. This partnership represents the joining of two companies that have both been servicing the electrical market for over 100 years, bringing together a wealth of industry knowledge and resources to better serve customers,” said Bob Branscombe, president at Independent Electric Supply.


Cooper Equipment Rentals closes private placement offering

Toronto-based, Cooper Equipment Rentals has successfully closed a private placement offering of $250 million aggregate principal amount of 7.45 per cent senior unsecured notes due July 4, 2029. The Notes are general unsecured obligations of Cooper, which rank equal in right of payment with all other existing and future unsecured indebtedness of the Company.


United Rentals announces Trench Safety Training event

United Rentals, Inc., has announced an online trench safety educational session that takes place on June 19 to support the 2024 Trench Safety Stand Down. The free webinar will equip attendees with the knowledge to ensure safe excavation practices and enhance trench safety.


 
 
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Equipment access management and the ‘zero incident’ site

In terms of construction industry priorities, safety is never off the table – and with access management on the verge of a technological quantum leap,  the ‘zero incident’ construction site could become a realistic goal. Canadian construction sites recently demonstrated the extremes in 2023, for example, in Ontario, construction deaths fell to the lowest number in eight years, at 16 deaths, while in B.C. a 35-year high of 54 deaths of workers, due to trauma or exposure were recorded. » Read More...
 
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Counter Talks Episode #58: The Way Forward – Melanie Misener, Canadian Rental Association

Melanie Misener has taken over as interim executive director of the Canadian Rental Association following the departure of Nathalie McGregor, who led the organization for 10 years. Here’s your chance to get to know Melanie and hear her plans to get Canada’s rental association back to the thing it does best: bring Canadian store owners together to support each other. » Read More...
 
 
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Civil Construction Foreman

Vancouver, B.C. - Our corporate goal is to continue to build and foster equitable and lasting business relationships. We take pride in the fact that we continue to do business with repeat clients, and that our services and performance always come recommended. » Apply today

Sheet Metal Installers

Halifax, N.S. - We are looking for installers who are hard-working individuals and looking to grow within the company. If this seems like a good spot for you then come join the team today! » Apply today

HVAC Technician

Kingston, Ont. - By joining Reliance as an HVAC Technician, you’ll become an important team member and will be provided with the tools you need to succeed. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for Team Members who want to grow with us. » Apply today

 
 
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The Rental Mart + Turf & Rec Show

September 11, 2024 | BMO Centre, Calgary, Alta. » Read More...

CRA Golf Ontario

September 17, 2024 - Cambridge, Ont. » Read More...

DEMO International 2024

September 19 - September 21, 2024 | Ottawa, Ont. » Read More...