ECAO honours top contractors for safety leadership
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Canada Day is just around the corner. However you’re spending the holiday—whether it’s one day or several—stay safe and enjoy it!
- Anthony Capkun, Editor-Publisher
 
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Ontario and Alberta lead national decline in single-family home construction investment

The total value of investment in building construction decreased by $741.9 million to $22.3 billion in April 2025, reports Statistics Canada. Investment in the non-residential sector slipped 0.3%, while the residential sector decreased 4.5%. Ontario (-$410.3 million) led the national decrease in the multi-unit residential component; British Columbia (+$69.3 million), meanwhile, led the increases in the remaining provinces.


The only gathering dedicated to Canada’s airport electricians

The Canadian Airports National Electrical Workshop (a.k.a. CANEW) serves as a platform to address electrical issues at airports, deliver specialized electrical training, and facilitate the exchange of ideas among technical staff. It attracts delegates from Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, and China, as well as National Defence Canada and Transport Canada.


Celebrating 50 Years of Weidmüller in Canada... and 175 worldwide

Congratulations to Weidmüller, which is not only celebrating 50 years of operations in Canada, but also 175 years globally! Weidmüller’s Canadian journey began in 1975 as Weidmuller Terminations Ltd., which initially focused on supplying SAK Series terminal blocks and DIN rail.


 
 
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ECAO recognizes top contractor members for safety leadership

The R. Hugh Carroll Award was created in 1999 by the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario to recognize member firms who best exemplify dedication and commitment to safety in the electrical contracting industry, as exhibited by the award’s namesake. Congratulations to 2025’s safety award winners, recognized for their “outstanding commitment to workplace safety [which] sets a powerful example for the entire industry”. » Read more
 
 
 
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Stakeholder engagement is a strategy ... not a soft skill

“Stakeholder engagement is a strategy... not a soft skill,” says David Malesich, president of UtilityPulse Inc., who argues against the notion that engagement is just red tape. A cost. A distraction.

“The truth is, leaders who engage stakeholders early gain insights that help them avoid delays, reduce resistance, and build long-term support.”

Companies in the electricity industry must satisfy a uniquely diverse range of stakeholders, any one of which can become a major source of friction when they feel ignored. David presents several insights that are designed to help you bolster stakeholder support to make implementation smoother for your next big initiative.
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DC Power will transform building design and performance

If you’re curious about the emerging role of direct current (DC) power in buildings—how it works, why it’s gaining traction, and where it’s best applied—then have a look at our recorded education session “Rewiring the future” featuring Bolis Ibrahim, who possesses a unique blend of electrical engineering expertise and technology commercialization experience. » Read more

Catalyst Sales partners with MGM Transformers

Catalyst Sales and Marketing now represents MGM, a supplier of dry-type and liquid-filled transformers. » Read more

Laurentis announces incoming president & CEO, opens new Oshawa HQ

Ontario Power Generation subsidiary Laurentis Energy Partners announced the appointment of Leslie McWilliams as president & CEO effective August 18, and also celebrated the opening of its new head office at 850 Champlain Avenue in Oshawa, Ont. » Read More...

 
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Ledvance expands Opti-Select with bollards, cylinders, floods, track, and PAR38 lamps

Ledvance is expanding its Opti-Select product platform to include a greater range of indoor and outdoor lighting solutions, all of which allow users to adjust beam angles, colour temperatures, and lumen outputs with the twist of a switch or the turn of a wrist. » Learn more

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Arlington CableAble cable and conduit support bracket

Suitable for both commercial and residential applications, Arlington’s non-metallic CableAble support brackets are designed to carry cable or conduit, power or low-voltage wiring in plenum* or non-plenum ceiling environments. » Read more

 
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EFC Federation Cup Golf Tournament

August 20, Ajax, Ont. The annual event returns to Deer Creek Golf Club. » More info

CANEW – Canadian Airports National Electrical Workshop

September 21-26, Edmonton. The workshop’s goal is to enhance electrical safety and training for workers, facilities, and the public at airports in Canada and abroad. » More info

ECAO Annual Industry Conference – ECA of Ontario

September 22-26, Whistler, B.C. “We’re proud to support Canada’s resilient industries and strong workforce by bringing this premier event to one of the most stunning destinations in the world,” say organizers. » More info

Energy Storage Canada 2025 Annual Conference

September 25-26, Toronto. Energy Storage Canada is a national trade association dedicated solely to the growth and market development of the country’s energy storage sector. » More info

OEL Annual Golf Day – Ontario Electrical League

October 1, Oakville, Ont. The Ontario Electrical League’s annual golf day is being held at Glen Abbey Golf Club. » More info

NETCO Annual Training Conference

October 1-2, Cardigan, P.E.I. The National Electrical Trade Council is an alliance between the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association and IBEW-Canada. » More info

EVVE – Electric Mobility Canada National Conference

October 1-3, Vancouver. EVVÉ stands for “Electric vehicles–véhicules électriques”. » More info

Electricity Transformation Canada – CanREA

October 6-8, Toronto. A Canadian Renewable Energy Association event. » More info

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