Electrical Business Magazine looks back at 2025
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Editor's Note 
 
This Christmas eve, we're happy to give you a present you can unwrap early: an overview of some of the top stories published in Electrical Business Magazine throughout the year, exploring the trends and technology that defined 2025.
- Jack Burton, Editor
 
2025's industry trends 
 
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2025's trends and opportunities in Canadian construction

2025 presented significant opportunities for Canada’s construction sector, especially for organizations that are willing to embrace digital transformation and capitalize on government infrastructure investments.


Where should electrical workers focus in 2025? Insights from CMHC’s Housing Market Outlook

With the uncertainty introduced by US trade policies playing a significant role in 2025, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) shared a report illustrating some of the short- and medium-term obstacles this poses for our residential sector.


More contractors are saying yes to rental

As an electrical contractor, you can’t always control when plans shift or problems pop up, but you can control how quickly you adapt. That’s where equipment rental comes in – giving you options when things go sideways, and an edge when you plan ahead.


 
 
Electric Vehicles 
 
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5 considerations when installing EV chargers in residential settings

Top tips to consider when installing EV chargers in single- and multi-residential environments. » Read More...
 
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Standardizing the future of EV energy management systems

What the new CSA SPE-343 standard means for electrical contractors. » Read More...
 
 
 
Legal Desk 
 

Tariffs: Same issues in a different guise – Legal Desk, February 2025

With Trump's tariff measures and our government’s retaliatory steps, we find ourselves back to the same issues, only dressed up in a different guise, says Dan Leduc. » Read more

Legal implications of PoE technology – Legal Desk, June 2025

In addition to its flexibility, PoE’s rising popularity in Canada is closely tied to the country’s sustainability goals. With a national commitment toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, PoE-powered systems are embraced as energy-efficient solutions. » Read More...

Design by RFI: Liability hiding in plain sight – Legal Desk, November 2025

Contractors are increasingly being asked to bid on designs that are incomplete at time of tender. Over the past decade, the industry has normalized the idea that any gaps will simply be figured out later, usually through Requests for Information (RFIs) once construction begins. » Read More...

 
Events & Awards 
 

Celebrating leadership in workforce and talent development at EHRC’s 12th annual awards

The EHRC's signature event recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of employees, leaders, and teams who are making “a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry." » Read more

Takeaways from 5th annual Retrofit Canada conference

Electrical Business Magazine had the opportunity to attend the 5th annual Retrofit Canada conference in Toronto, which attracted some 650 professionals from the public and private sectors who are involved in retrofitting the nation’s built environment. » Read more

Electrical Safety Authority recognizes Oneida, Phase Electric, powerline safety, electrician health

This past September, the ESA recognized the honorees of the 16th Ontario Electrical Safety Awards, which celebrate individuals and organizations making meaningful contributions to electrical safety across the province. » Read more

Trades & Talent Summit 2025 “a success by all measures”

Support Ontario Youth hosted its first Trades & Talent Summit this year in Mississauga, hosting 29 employers and partners with the goal of connecting individuals with rewarding careers in the skilled trades. » Read More...

 
Technology 
 

Extending switchgear life span

Best practices for managing aging switchgear effectively while ensuring your own success. » Read more

Thermographic condition monitoring: Looking for patterns, not just hot spots

Thermographic condition monitoring delivers insight through trends. » Read more

Rewriting the spec: Aluminum’s role in modern electrical design

Electrical Business' 'Rewriting the Spec' education session opened with a clear message: aluminum’s advantages are real, measurable and, sadly, still largely misunderstood. » Read More...

 
NETWORKING & LEARNING 
 

EDIST Conference & Tradeshow – Electricity Distributors Association

January 20-22, Toronto. The EDA represents Ontario’s local distribution companies. EDIST attracts over 1,000 professionals involved with “Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems and Technology.” » More info

EHRC 13th Annual Awards of Excellence

February 19, Toronto. Electricity Human Resources Canada’s 2025 awards recognize excellence from across the country. » More info

Light + Building 2026

March 8-13, Frankfurt. The international meeting place for the lighting and building services technology sector returns to the Exhibition Grounds in Germany this March. » More info

ESTMP – Electrical Safety, Technical, Maintenance & Projects Workshop

March 23-25, Edmonton. The IEEE IAS ESTMP Workshop provides a forum for exchanging and advancing industry knowledge in the areas of electrical safety, engineering, project optimization, maintenance and reliability of electrical systems. » More info

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