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- Anthony Capkun, Editor-Publisher
 
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Building permits plunge in June 2024, exacerbating May’s decline

The total value of building permits in Canada fell 13.9% to $9.9 billion in June, extending the decline observed in May, reports Statistics Canada. Decreases were reported in 11 of the 13 provinces and territories, with both residential and non-residential sectors experiencing reductions. The total value of residential permits decreased 11.5% to $6.5 billion in June.


Exemplifying the highest business standards: Canada’s Best Managed (electrical) Companies

Deloitte Canada announced the companies that have joined the ranks of Canada’s Best Managed Companies (2024), and updated its list of Best Managed, Gold Standard, and Platinum Club organizations. The Canada Best Managed program celebrates the top privately owned Canadian companies with annual revenues over $50 million. As usual, we focus on companies carrying out electrical work, or serving those who do.


ICYMI – Energy efficiency awards program welcoming New-to-Market Solutions

“We’ve had enquiries from people who strongly believe their product will contribute to an overall proactive energy management strategy to deliver beneficial, measurable results,” says Anthony Capkun, editor, Energy Manager Canada. “We feel it is in everyone’s interest to welcome emerging—as well as existing—solutions to the awards program.”


 
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BBQ and brilliant tech at Aartech Canada’s customer appreciation event

Although the weather veered from cloudy skies to torrential downpour before transitioning to sunny muggy heat, it seemed nothing could dampen the spirits at Aartech Canada’s Customer Appreciation BBQ and Yard Sale last week. We stopped by Aartech’s HQ to take in the action, but also to have conversations with Aartech’s vendors about residential and multi-residential solutions that appeal (or could be made to appeal) to homeowners. The kinds of solutions that you could offer to your residential clients. » Read more
 
 
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Prysmian secures massive $96.5-million trade secrets verdict against Sterlite

Prysmian reports it has won its trade secrets case against competitor Sterlite Technologies Inc. and Stephen S., a former executive, and was awarded $96,500,000 in damages. Following a three-week trial, the jury found that Sterlite was unjustly enriched by taking Prysmian’s trade secrets. Additionally, the jury found that Stephen S. had been unjustly enriched by misappropriating Prysmian’s trade secrets. » Read more

IBEW Local 105 secures funding to upskill Red Seal electricians and train recruits

IBEW Local 105 in Hamilton, Ont., is receiving nearly $2.4 million from the province for two training projects. “Through the continued support of the Ontario government and the Skills Development Fund, [IBEW] Local 105 can successfully enhance our members skill sets, recruit individuals from diverse backgrounds, sustain ongoing education and meet the ever-evolving demands of the skilled trades,” said James Bonnell, business manager. » Read more

 
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Cooper Lighting promotes “healthy circadian rhythms” with BioUp technology

Cooper Lighting Solutions’ BioUp technology integrates cyan light into the LED spectrum to promote “healthy circadian rhythms in humans without affecting the perceived visual colour”. Melanopic (a.k.a. biological) light influences human sleep patterns, alertness, and mood, explains Cooper. » Learn more

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Ideal Electrical offers two new circuit tracer solutions: 61-946 and 61-948

Ideal’s circuit tracers help you identify which breaker or fuse protects a particular circuit, and locate splice errors, dead shorts, and concealed conductors. The SureTrace 61-946 is rated up to CAT III 480V and features an ergonomic, durable design that allows it to withstand a drop of up to 2 metres. » Learn more

 
Events 
 

Best Electrical Solution – EM HONOURS Awards Program

Are you an electrical manufacturer, contractor, or engineer who has pioneered or worked on a groundbreaking electrical solution? Energy Manager Canada’s EM Honours awards program features several categories that could be a perfect fit for you! » LEARN MORE

Ontario Electrical League – Roadshow 2024

September 5-26, Various stops across Ontario. Click "More info" for updated information. » More info

Electric Mobility Canada national conference

September 10-13, Halifax Convention Centre, Halifax. » More info

8th Annual Electric Elle Golf Tournament

September 11, Cardinal Golf Club, King, Ont. Launched in 2012 with the purpose of building connections between women in the electrical industry. » More info

BICSI Fall Conference & Exhibition

September 15-19, Las Vegas. BICSI is an association supporting those involved in designing, installing, and maintaining information & communication technology (ICT) systems. » More info

IAEI Canadian Section Convention and AGM

September 20-22, Vancouver. Hosted by the BC Chapter of the Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry. » More info

CANEW – Canadian Airports National Electrical Workshop

September 22-27, Halifax. Hosted by the Canadian Airports Electrical Association and Halifax Airport. » More info

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