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Proposed changes to 2015 National Energy Code undergo final public review

The Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes is hosting a public review of the last set of proposed changes to the 2015 National Codes. The review will run from Jan. 13 to Mar. 13, 2020 on the Codes Canada website.


Crawford retiring; AD’s Electrical Division uniting with Industrial

Ed Crawford of AD’s Electrical Business Unit and its chief marketing officer has elected to retire effective April 24, following the Electrical division’s Spring Network Meeting.


Bridge River Powerhouse II generator replacement contract awarded to Voith

BC Hydro has awarded a single-source contract for work on the Bridge River Powerhouse II generator replacement program to Voith Hydro under a master service agreement between the two companies.


Canadian Tire EV network to grow to 104 stations with federal investment

The Canadian government is investing $2.7 million to build 54 electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers at Canadian Tire locations across central and western Canada.


AD member-owners name incoming board of directors

Affiliated Distributors (AD) has announced one new director, while two re-elected directors have been confirmed, following its 2020 board of directors’ election.


ESA warns of electrical risks related to new TikTok challenge

Following a number of videos uploaded to social media platform TikTok depicting the “outlet challenge,” the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is warning the public to not participate in or share the challenge online, as it could lead to electrical fires and pose a serious safety risk.
 
 
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Hummer

GMC to relaunch Hummer as an electric pickup

On May 20, 2020, GMC is unveiling its Hummer EV battery electric truck via a national television ad. The ad will highlight the truck’s impressive torque, horsepower and acceleration. » Read full article
 
 
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Radica Software

Radica Software launches first fully browser-based electrical CAD software

Radica Software has announced the launch of Electra Cloud, a fully browser-based electrical CAD software that allows engineers to create, edit and share 2D electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic schematic drawings with team members. » Read full article
Chatsworth Products

Chatsworth Products to unveil next-gen eConnect Power Distribution Units

Chatsworth Products is set to unveil the next generation of its eConnect Power Distribution Units during the 2020 BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition. » Read full article
 
 
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AEA - Learning Expo

EFC 12th Annual Ontario Region Gala

Date & Location: Feb. 7 • Toronto, Ont.
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BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition

Dates & Location: Feb. 9-13 • Tampa, Fla.
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Manitoba Women in Trades Conference 2020

Dates & Location: Feb. 18-19 • Winnipeg, Man.
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Hearts for Heroes Gala – 10th anniversary

Dates & Location: Feb. 29 • Vaughan, Ont.
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IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop

Dates & Location: March 3-6 • Reno, Nev.
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Light + Building

Dates & Location: March 8-13 • Frankfurt, Germany
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IEEE IAS ESTMP Workshop

Dates & Location: March 16-18 • Edmonton, Alta.
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