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Kevin, I will deeply miss seeing you at industry events. You are always warm and collegial, always welcoming to others. Best wishes in your retirement!
- Anthony Capkun, Editor-Publisher
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The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) announced that Canada’s wind, solar, and energy storage sectors have grown by 46% in the last five years, with an installed capacity of more than 24 GW at the end of 2024. CanREA released these statistics in a report marking its fifth anniversary. (On July 1, 2020, the Canadian Wind Energy Association [CanWEA] and the Canadian Solar Industries Association [CanSIA] officially merged to form a multi-technology association focused on wind, solar, and energy storage.)
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“We are very happy to be collaborating with federal and First Nations partners to grow our economy and decarbonize our electricity grid,” said Premier Susan Holt. “Ensuring affordable and reliable energy for New Brunswickers and making progress on our clean energy commitments are priorities for our government.”
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At the very least, Primary Engineering and Construction, Exactus Energy, Hydro Ottawa, Ontario Energy Board, and OEC have one thing in common: a sparkly new trophy, courtesy of EHRC’s 12th Annual Awards of Excellence. This awards program recognizes employees, leaders, and teams making “a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry”.
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The latest Canadian Electrical Code-Part I edition contains a requirement for equipotential bonding around the edges of pools. While this “job” is typically carried out by the reinforcing steel, pool installations that don’t contain any rebar do not have anything to carry out this important work. The 2024 code addresses this shortfall with a few new requirements and some new terms, explains David Pilon, manager of electrical inspections at Technical Safety Authority Saskatchewan (TSASK).
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As electric vehicles become increasingly mainstream, the infrastructure supporting them—particularly EV chargers—is rapidly expanding. “Like any connected device, chargers are vulnerable to a range of cyber threats that could compromise user safety, data integrity, and even the broader electricity grid,” writes ChargeLab security architect Glynn Barnard.
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After meeting to discuss US tariffs, Canadian federal, provincial, and territorial energy and mines ministers issued a joint statement in which they claim they will “take decisive action to ensure Canadian companies remain competitive and succeed in the global market, including the acceleration of resource development through more efficient and timely permitting and regulatory processes”.
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The Maritime Sikh Society in Halifax is pleased that its application to the federal Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program was accepted. “This is a grant that will allow the installation of solar panels on the 10 Parkhill Road site, resulting in net zero electricity costs [...] for the next 25 to 35 years,” writes the organization.
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Kevin Mallory, vice-president & general manager of Hubbell Canada, has announced his retirement effective April 1. “I have learned so much from so many people across the enterprise,” Mallory said. “I am also privileged to have worked with very talented people across the electrical industry [...]”
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Martin McDermott, Intralec’s Ontario sales representative for the northern Greater Toronto Area, has retired after 28 years of service. “His presence will be greatly missed, but we are thrilled for him as he steps into this exciting new chapter,” said Cindy Doherty, president of the manufacturer rep agency.
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March 20, Red Deer, Alta. Hosted by the Alberta Electrical Alliance, expo attendees can check out the latest in products and services for the electrical sector, and find additional education and training through presentations and product demonstrations.
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April 24-25, Montreal. Organizers call MCEE “Canada’s biggest mechanical, plumbing, hydronics, HVAC-R, electrical and lighting expo”. Electrical Business will be there!
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May 4-8, Las Vegas. North America’s largest architectural and commercial lighting event is the “perfect blend of commercial and architectural lighting”, say organizers.
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May 14, Toronto. Hosted by Electricity Human Resources Canada—the trusted source of human resources insight, programs, and tools that help the Canadian electricity industry.
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May 22-25, Edmonton. Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta is hosting its annual conference at the JW Marriott (ICE District).
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May 27-29, Niagara Falls, Ont. Electro-Federation Canada represents 200+ member companies that manufacture, distribute, market, and sell a range of electrical products.
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May 29-30, Regina. SCNC is the only national, multi-trade and technology competition for students and apprentices in the country.
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