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As Alberta connects more windpower to the grid, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland & Labrador seem poised to embark on their own windpower journeys.
- Anthony Capkun, Editor-Publisher
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ABB Installation Products opened its newly expanded Electrification products manufacturing facility in Pointe-Claire, Que. The upgraded 65,000-sf facility employs collaborative robots and flexible automation to boost manufacturing of multiple product lines, including Marrette wire connectors, Carlon electrical boxes and fittings, NuTek non-metallic boxes, Snap-it fittings, and more.
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“Investors are lining up to harness our wind power and produce clean energy for green hydrogen and other uses. Now that this bill has passed—along with our own provincial mirror legislation—we are well on our way to developing our offshore wind industry hand-in-hand with our federal partners, starting with issuing our first call for bids next year,” said Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables, Nova Scotia.
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Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners announced that power from the Buffalo Plains Wind Farm was delivered to the Alberta grid for the first time. Located on 17,500 acres of privately owned farmland near Lomond in Vulcan County, the project will consist of 83 turbines with a total capacity of ~495 MW when completed, making it the largest onshore wind farm in Canada.
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After explaining whether a construction contract needs to be in writing, and signed, Legal Desk columnist Dan Leduc tackles the legal doctrine “Statute of Frauds” which, despite its name, has little to do with actual fraud. Originating in English law, it has been adopted in various forms across Canada to require certain types of contracts to be in writing; otherwise, they may not be enforceable.
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A new TVOkids live-action series is giving young children a peek into the world of skilled trade jobs, sparking their interest in possible future careers. “Trading Skills aims to open up the world of skilled trades to kids aged six to nine so they can learn about different jobs, appreciate their great benefits and be inspired to consider one of them as a career path for themselves,” says producer Francis Mitchell, Riverbank Pictures.
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Fluke says its new iSee pocket-sized, portable thermal camera delivers image quality comparable to professional IR cameras, with full temperature range analysis. The iSee is constructed of aluminum and drop tested to 1 metre. It is compatible with iPhone, iPad, Android, and HarmonyOS.
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IPEX by Aliaxis offers a redesigned line of Scepter service entrance fittings for non-metallic conduit, sizes 2.5 in. to 4 in. Made of rigid PVC, the CSA-certified fittings sport a compact design with snap-in assembly.
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November 6, Etobicoke, Ont. The summit will focus on the importance of apprenticeship training in shaping the future of Ontario.
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November 20, Etobicoke, Ont. The event is brought to you by Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario’s Future Leaders Advisory Council (FLAC) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee.
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November 28, Toronto, Ont. Presented by Ontario Sustainable Energy Association.
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Various dates and locations from November 26 to December 5. EFC is a national, not-for-profit association representing over 217 member companies that manufacture, distribute, market, and sell a range of electrical products.
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February 20, Toronto. Electricity Human Resources Canada’s signature event recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of those who are making an impact while contributing to a highly skilled electricity sector workforce.
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