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Message From The Editor
 Sustainable Development
In this issue we have our latest question in our CE Code quiz series by Bill Burr, this week looking at Section 60 which covers electrical communications systems. The 2021 version of the B.C. Electrical Code is coming into effect October 1st, you'll find more information below from Technical Safety B.C. You'll also find more info about Alberta's prompt payment legislation, which is now in effect. Our feature article this week looks at how CSA Standards can have an impact on sustainable development and how CSA reasearch has made it easier to link those standards with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
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Test Your Knowledge of the Code
Section 60 — Electrical Communications Systems
By William (Bill) Burr
 Fill in the blank - Communication conductors in a building may not be placed in a shaft with the conductors of an electric light or power system unless the conductors of all systems are insulated and are separated by at least _____ or encased in non-combustible tubing.
(a) 25mm
(b) 50mm
(c) 1M
(d) 1.5 M |
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Standards
How CSA Standards Can Have an Impact on Climate Change Through UN Sustainable Development Goals
By Blake Marchand
 With many organizations, governments and policymakers finding it challenging to implement the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) , CSA Group has developed a methodology for mapping CSA standards to UN Sustainability Goals (SDGs) aimed at demonstrating how organizations, governments and policymakers can use CSA standards as an effective tool in developing and implementing their SDG strategies. Read More |
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B.C. Code
B.C. Electrical Code, 2021 Edition Comes into Effect October 1, 2022
 Effective October 1, 2022 the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, 25th Edition, Safety Standard for Electrical Installations, Canadian Standards Association Standard C22.1-21 is adopted as the BC Electrical Code. All electrical work that is subject to the BC Electrical Code must be in compliance with the updated edition effective November, 30, 2022. All code-related information bulletins and directives that have been issued to date remain in effect. All potentially impacted information bulletins and directives will be reviewed for consistency with the new code edition and revised if necessary. Read More |
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Developing Skilled Trades
NSAA Administering New Canadian Apprenticeship Service for Atlantic Provinces
 The Canadian Apprenticeship Service (CAS) is a new Federal initiative where Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with 499 or less employees may be eligible to receive funding for hiring new, first-year apprentices in eligible Red Seal trades in the construction and industrial/manufacturing sectors. Read More |
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Prompt Payment
Alberta Prompt Payment Act for the Contruction Industry Now In Force
 Formerly known as the Builder’s Lien Act, the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act is now in force. The new act creates rules for the timing of payments and sets out a streamlined adjudication process for disputes related to payment or work performed as an alternative to court. Prompt payment is introduced by mandating owners to provide payment to their contractors within 28 days of receiving a proper invoice for construction service... Read More |
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Survey
CAF-FCA Future Skills Center Project Survey 2022
 The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, a national, non-profit organization, is surveying trainers and employers about the future of apprentice learning. This is an opportunity to share your perspectives about training apprentices. We are inviting all trainers and employers to participate in this survey. Read More |
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Agents of Change 2022: The Power of Change on October 12-13 at the Toronto Reference Library
 Agents of Change is a two-day event focused on equipping attendees with the tools they need to address the challenges under-represented groups face in the workplace. Women, Indigenous people, racialized people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQQIP2SAA, and newcomers to Canada are under-represented in electricity and often face systemic barriers. We have the power to change this disparity and transform our sector. Read More |
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Apprenticeship
Okanagan College Launches Trades Apprentice Hiring Project
 Hiring and training first year apprentices in the skilled trades is now easier and more affordable for regional employers. Launching this month, the Okanagan College Apprentice Hiring Project received over $3 million in funding and will be using that money to support small and medium sized enterprises who hire first-year apprentices, helping the businesses offset costs that come with onboarding new skilled workers. Read More |
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Safety
ESA Announces Electrical Safety Blitz in Toronto
 As part of the Electrical Safety Authority’s (ESA) ongoing efforts to help reduce illegal and unsafe electrical work, ESA inspectors will be conducting blitzes in Toronto to educate homeowners on the requirement to file a notification of work and identify any safety hazards that may have occurred from unlicensed electrical work. Read More |
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Utilities
Canada Invests in Smart Energy Benchmarking to Decarbonize Electricity Grid
 Across the country, Canadians are feeling the impacts of climate change. Investing in renewable energy initiatives that support Canada's clean energy transition and lead to decarbonized, smart and integrated utilities will reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This will help keep our air clean and support stronger, healthier communities for everyone to call home. Read More |
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Energy Efficiency
Dartmouth Engineering Students Conduct First-of-its-Kind Independent Study on Energy Efficiency in Cannabis Cultivation
 Dartmouth's Thayer School of Engineering and Arthur L. Irving Institute for Energy and Society today announced the results of the first-ever independent study on energy efficiency in the cannabis industry. The study was sponsored by the Sustainable Cannabis Coalition and also supported by Rocky Mountain Institute and seasoned building science engineers. Read More |
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Learning
- 2021 Canadian Electrical Code Overview of Changes
CSA C22.1:21, Canadian Electrical Code, Part I contains many updates and changes that are potentially significant to electrical professionals. This instructor-led course provides the key changes and impacts to the industry presented in an easy-to-follow format. This training is developed with input from a broad cross-section of electrical industry experts and with cooperation from all provinces, territories and several key jurisdictions across Canada.
- Graybar Canada Presents: Upcoming Bosch Webinars
Graybar Canada is proud to present a Bosch Security manufacturing and industry solutions webinar on September 20th and September 27th at 1:00 PM EDT/2:00 PM ADT. During this webinar, David Heath – Sales District Manager for Canada at Bosch security – will be presenting integrated solutions that are commonly used within industrial and manufacturing facilities.
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Economy
Residential Construction Breaks Growth Streak in Building Investment for June
 Investment in building construction edged up 0.3% to $20.8 billion in June. Gains in the non-residential sector (+2.4%) helped keep overall investment up. The majority of strength for the month came from Ontario, reporting gains in all building components following a weak May resulting from a construction workers strike in the province. Read More |
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Podcast
Electro|Pod: Electric Shock – Influences on Electricians' Safety Decisions
 More often than not, electrical installers are working energized. This podcast investigates some of the influences an Electrician, contractor or apprentice may have on their safety decision. Electro-Federation Canada's Gurvinder Chopra, VP of Standards & Regulations, and Daniela De Marco, Marketing Specialist meet with special guests from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) and Technical Safety BC to discusses separate studies conducted which coincidentally presented similar findings. Read More |
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Changing Scene
- ABB and Hydrogen Optimized Expand Hydrogen Partnership, Including a Strategic Investment
ABB and Hydrogen Optimized Inc. (HOI), the Canadian technology innovator unlocking green hydrogen production at scale, have signed an agreement to expand the companies’ existing strategic relationship. This includes an investment by ABB into Key DH Technologies Inc. (KEY), the parent company of HOI, as they seek to accelerate the fast-emerging green hydrogen production segment with unique large-scale architecture. The financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.
- EFC’s National Advisory Council: Change of Chairmanship
At the industry conference Awards Gala in June, the National Advisory Council* (NAC) officially marked the change of NAC chairmanship. The NAC team thanked Cindy Doherty, Intralec, for her term as Chair and Steve Branscombe, Independent Electric for his term as the ‘pandemic’ Chair, recognizing both their commitments to the health of the industry and creating a stronger standing for NAC during these unprecedented years. Cindy has helped shape the programming for EFC’s first hybrid conference in Whistler.
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Product News
Hole Cover Kits in Larger Size
 Arlington’s non-metallic HOLE COVER KITS ensure compliance with OSHA standards on multi-story building sites. Now in three sizes, and rated for a 250 lb load. The new HC3792, 10.5” diameter cover fits 3-3/4” to 9-1/4” openings. Retaining clips and reference scale allow for precise sizing of cover to hole diameter. Read More |
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Milwaukee® Introduces of M18 FUEL™ 6, 9, & 12 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuums
 Milwaukee Tool disrupts corded jobsite cleanup vacuums with performance driven wet/dry vacuum solutions. This launch includes the M18 FUEL™ 6 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum, M18 FUEL™ 9 Gallon Dual-Battery Wet/Dry Vacuum, and the M18 FUEL™ 12 Gallon Dual-Battery Wet/Dry Vacuum... Read More |
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Product News
Eaton Bussman Arc Flash Suit Kit
 Suit specifications: Arc flash rated 12 cal/cm2. Meets ANSI/ISEA 125 Level 2 Conformity. Meets Arc Flash PPE Category 2. Hard hat is ratedType 1 Class C, G and E. Face shield is made from durable polycarbonate and has both anti-fog and scratch-resistant coatings Face shield features a nearly clear grey color for 100% true color acuity. Read More |
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Klein Tools Launches Knee Pads Sleeves for Comfort, Protection and Agility
 Klein Tools introduces Lightweight and Heavy Duty Knee Pad sleeves, both of which feature a compact design for all day comfort and protection. Lightweight and Heavy Duty Knee Pad Sleeves can be worn under or over pants for all day wear. Unique design keeps knee pads close to the body for a second-skin fit allowing for agility when working in tight spaces. Read More |
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Product News
LEDVANCE Launches Contractor Friendly LINK Wireless Connected Lighting Solution
 LEDVANCE has launched LEDVANCE LINK, a contractor-friendly, wireless connected lighting solution that is simple, flexible and cost-effective with easy-to-deploy LEDVANCE LINK™ Bluetooth Mesh technology. This makes networked lighting control quick and easy which helps save labor, materials, and time. Read More |
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Cooper Lighting ML4 LED Retrofit Module
 The ML4 system is comprised of a housing, LED module and round or square 2" aperture pinhole trim. The assembly installs from below the ceiling in standard 4" line voltage housings suitable for 2x6 residential framing or shallow plenum commercial construction. Although diminutive in size, the ML4 delivers powerful beams of light providing the optical control and color quality typically associated with low-voltage halogen MR16 lamps. Read More |
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Product News
Stanpro CUBE-CUB Series Steel Battery Unit 12V
 The CUB series has been designed to provide efficient and reliable emergency lighting in a modern setting. The CUB's all-steel housing is sturdy and makes installation easy. This series is available in a 12V version and provides 100W of emergency power. Read More |
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ValueLED™ Dual Selectable Extruded Vapor Tight 1A
 Ideal in new construction and retrofit applications, the ValueLED Dual Selectable Extruded Vapor Tight 1A is offered in three sizes that all feature both lumen and CCT selectability. Intended for tunnels, stairwells, and a variety of other wet or dusty applications, this product boasts an IP65 rating to ensure a robust and durable product as well as DLC 5.1 listing to maximize rebate opportunities. Read More |
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Changing Scene
- Electrozad Announces Retirement of Sales Representative Chris Farrah
Electrozad announced the retirement of Sales Representative Chris Farrah, on July 29th, 2022. Chris began his career with Electrozad on February 20th, 1983. His first position was doing deliveries as a truck driver, then advanced to a warehouse position, then a Customer service/Counter sales representative. Finally in 1991, Chris was promoted to the position of Sales Representative where he continued to excel and increase his relationships with customers and vendors for the remainder of his career.
- Leviton Announces Vice President Appointments
Leviton Canada has recently announced the promotion of Stephanie Santini, Jean-Claude Lesperance, Bishop Smith,and Martin Lalumière to Vice President roles...
- Mark Fernandes of Functional Devices is Named to the CABA Board of Directors
The Continental Automated Buildings Association (CABA) Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Fernandes of Functional Devices to the CABA Board of Directors. As President of Functional Devices…
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From our Previous Issues
How NETCO is Innovating in Skill Trades Training with Virtual Reality
NETCO (National Electrical Trade Council) is an alliance of IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers) and CECA (Canadian Electrical Contractor Association), their primary mandate is to promote national standards in electrical training. Read More |
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TSBC Release New Information Bulletins, Aug 5 2022
This bulletin provides guidance on the application of rules pertaining to the 2021 BC Electrical Code Regulation. The requirements of local municipal authorities having jurisdiction may vary. Installers should consult with local authorities having jurisdiction, prior to undertaking work, to determine their requirements. Read More |
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Canada Provides ISO 50001 Financial Assistance for Commercial and Institutional Buildings
The ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems Standard is an internationally recognized standard that gives organizations a structured framework to improve energy performance by making better use of energy-intensive assets. Read More |
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