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The Crucial Role of Male Allyship and Bystanders in Achieving Gender Equity in Workplaces
By Muhammad Ahsan, DEI Specialist, EHRC
As a male-identifying individual in today’s professional landscape, I've observed the pervasive and often unspoken divide that gender inequity creates in the workplace. Witnessing this gap, I need to address it, not just as a bystander but as an active participant in the dialogue and solution. The role of men in bridging this divide is critical yet often underestimated. Read More... |
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Low Emissions, Indigenous-owned Cascade Power Project to Boost Alberta Electrical Grid Reliability
By Will Gibson
Alberta’s electrical grid is about to get a boost in reliability from a major new natural gas-fired power plant owned in part by Indigenous communities. It’s good news in a province where just over one month ago an emergency alert suddenly blared on cell phones and other electronic devices warning residents to immediately reduce electricity use to avoid outages. Read More... |
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Detecting Energy Theft or Loss at the Source: Trilliant’s Non-Technical Loss Analytics
By Greg Myers
Non-Technical Loss (NTL) is a critical and growing issue facing electricity distribution utilities around the world, and one we hear about from customers on an ongoing basis. It primarily results from energy fraud, theft, or misconfigured/malfunctioning meters. As the cost of energy rises, along with the cost of living overall, individuals as well as businesses may tamper with their meter in an effort to reduce the amount they owe. Read More... |
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Maximize Solar Power with Nexans Cables
Nexans is a global player in the energy transition and for more than a century, we have manufactured cables in Canada. We offer a complete line of solar utility grade cables used for any solar project installation from medium voltage primary distribution to RPVU90. Nexans specializes in providing reliable and long-lasting performance for all your solar cable needs. Learn More... |
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S&C Electric Canada: Advancing Toronto’s Infrastructure
S&C Electric Canada Ltd. employs more than 500 team members in the Toronto area and is the largest location for S&C Electric Company outside of the United States. Expansion plans include the addition of 65,000+ sq ft to our current 220,000 sq ft facility to meet the growing demand of the North American market. This expansion will create approximately 100 manufacturing and operations jobs. In addition, this expansion will support S&C in bringing new technology to the community to meet its needs into the future. Read More... |
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Major Changes Proposed to Modernize Electricity in Nova Scotia
A new independent energy system operator and a new energy regulator are the major changes proposed by the Clean Electricity Solutions Task Force to modernize electricity in Nova Scotia. They are among 12 recommendations submitted to the Nova Scotia government by the Task Force that deal with electricity regulation, infrastructure, reliability and affordability. Read More... |
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Alberta Renewable Landscape
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Alberta Lifts Moratorium on Renewable Energy but Some Uncertainty Remains for the Industry
The Alberta government has issued its first set of policy guidelines following their moratorium on renewable energy development based on the report compiled by the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC). A second policy letter will be issued (Module B, due at the end of March) with further policy directives after a review of AUC’s ‘second report’. Read More... |
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CanREA Welcomes End of Alberta Moratorium
Recently, the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) was pleased to see the end of Alberta’s moratorium on renewable energy project approvals on February 29, as announced on February 28th by by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Affordability and Utilities Nathan Neudorf. That said, CanREA remains concerned about the considerable level of post-moratorium uncertainty that remains for new projects in the province. Read More... |
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Statement: Business Renewables Centre-Canada Disappointed Cloud of Uncertainty Continues for Renewable Energy Industry
Jorden Dye, Director of the Business Renewables Centre-Canada (BRC-Canada), made the following statement in response to the Government of Alberta’s announcement about new rules governing the renewable energy industry. “The Alberta government has raised more questions with their supposed answers. This is not the level of detail the industry needs to make investment decisions. We are missing the key details companies require under just about every regulatory area they’ve announced new rules on: reclamation, land use and viewscapes." Read More... |
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Modernizing Alberta’s Electricity Grid Amendment Effective as of March 6
The Alberta government has proclaimed the Electricity Statutes (Modernizing Alberta’s Electricity Grid) Amendment Act, effective March 6. The act and its accompanying regulatory amendments will help Alberta’s electricity system adapt to new technologies and the changing ways that consumers interact with the grid. By modernizing Alberta's electricity grid, with the input of Albertans and industry stakeholders, Alberta’s government is continuing to work towards a carbon-neutral electricity grid by 2050. Read More... |
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Statement on Report from Nova Scotia’s Clean Electricity Solutions Task Force
The following is a statement from Tory Rushton, Minister of Natural Resources and Renewables, in response to the final report from the Clean Electricity Solutions Task Force. “We want Nova Scotia ratepayers to have clean, reliable and affordable electricity. And we know changes are needed to our electricity system to do that. That’s why we formed the Clean Electricity Solutions Task Force in April 2023." Read More... |
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BC Updates Clean Energy Act to Prioritize Affordability, Clean Energy
The Province is updating B.C.’s energy objectives in the Clean Energy Act to help ensure that people and businesses continue to have access to affordable, clean electricity needed to power a growing economy, while reducing carbon pollution. Public utilities in B.C., including BC Hydro, are regulated by the B.C. Utilities Commission, an independent agency. The 2010 Clean Energy Act includes a list of B.C.’s energy objectives that the commission is required to consider in making its decisions. Read More... |
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Alex Melancon Appointed as New Vice-Chair to Greener Electrified Canada, Grid Committee
EFC is pleased to announce Alex Melancon, Phoenix Contact, as the new Vice-Chair of the Greener Electrified Canada, Grid Committee. Alex has been with Phoenix Contact since 2012 and brings 20 years of experience in automation. He has spent five years in integration and project management and 15 years working in automation solutions and business development. Read More... |
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Orion Cordage Forges Strategic Partnership with SOS to Increase Growth in the Canadian Market
Orion Cordage, a long-standing provider of industrial cordage in the Telecom, Utility, and Electrical markets, proudly announces its plan for expansion in the Canadian market through a strategic partnership with the national sales firm Sales Outsource Solutions (SOS). Read More... |
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ABB to Acquire SEAM Group to Expand Electrification Service Offering
ABB has recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire SEAM Group, a major provider of energized asset management and advisory services to clients across industrial and commercial building markets. The acquisition will complement ABB’s Electrification Service offering, bringing significant additional expertise to customers in the areas of predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance, electrical safety, renewables and asset management advisory services. Read More... |
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Hydro-Québec Announces the Appointment of Graham Fox as Vice-President – Public Affairs, External Relations and Communications
In November 2023, Hydro-Québec announced its 2035 Action Plan, a social project that requires the mobilization of several stakeholders and constant dialogue with the Quebec population. In fact, Hydro-Québec is committed to being more transparent and open, starting with a dialogue on the choices raised by its Action Plan . In this context, its communications and external relationships become all the more important and complex. Read More... |
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BC Hydro Expanding Electrical Capacity Along Veterans Memorial Parkway
BC Hydro has advised the City they will be upgrading electrical service in Colwood with the installation of hydro poles and wires along the east side Veterans Memorial Parkway between Allandale Road and Latoria Road. Poles will be located at the far edge of the road right-of-way to allow for potential future expansion of sidewalk, cycling, and road infrastructure. Read More... |
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Hydro One Crews Restore More Than 115,000 Customers as Damaging High Winds Battered Parts of the Province
On February 29 of 2024, Hydro One crews worked around the clock, restoring power to more than 115,000 customers affected by the damaging high winds that battered parts of central, southern and eastern Ontario the previous day. The outages were mostly caused by severe winds bringing down trees and branches onto distribution lines. Read More... |
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EVLO’s Approach to Safety Validated with EVLOFLEX UL 9540 Certification
EVLO Energy Storage Inc. (EVLO), a fully integrated battery energy storage system provider and wholly owned subsidiary of Hydro-Québec, has recently announced that its latest generation battery energy storage system (BESS), the EVLOFLEX, has achieved UL 9540 certification. Read More... |
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Natural Resources Canada Provides up to $16.7 Million to Help the IESO Unlock the Potential of Energy Storage, Hybrid Facilities and Small-Scale Electricity Resources
With funding support from the federal government, Ontario’s grid operator is expanding its efforts to take advantage of the rapid growth of energy storage, hybrid generation/storage facilities and small-scale electricity resources to help meet Ontario’s future electricity needs. Read More... |
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Government of Canada Announces Investment in Gatineau Clean Hydrogen Production
The federal government announced an investment of more than $3.3 million in Gazifère Inc. for a clean fuels project in Gatineau, Quebec, for a total project cost of over $7.3 million. The investment will support Gazifère in conducting a hydrogen blending feasibility study. Specifically, the study will assess the development of a water electrolysis facility that would allow for the injection of low-carbon hydrogen to help decarbonize Gazifère’s gas distribution network across the Outaouais region. Read More... |
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Covergalls to Outfit IVEY Group’s New Women In Trades Initiative
Covergalls Inc. will be outfitting 100 new women in trades coming to Canada by 2025 through the efforts of Sudbury-based recruitment and immigration company IVEY Group. The new initiative was announced this past Tuesday by the IVEY Group during the 2024 PDAC conference held in Toronto. This is the first time the international recruitment firm has teamed up with Covergalls Inc. and launched an initiative that specifically targets the recruitment of women in trades in Canada. Read More... |
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- Federal Investment for New EV Chargers Across Ontario
Making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is a win-win for families looking to save money while reducing pollution — due to cheaper refuelling and lower maintenance costs — most EVs cost less than their internal combustion engine counterparts over their lifetime. The widespread shift to electric-powered transportation also poses a tremendous economic opportunity, creating manufacturing jobs across Canada.
- EHRC’s Agents of Change 2024 – April 10
Agents of Change 2024 is EHRC’s annual flagship event on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). This national forum brings together Canada’s electricity sector leaders, HR directors and our sector’s DEI champions to equip participants with current best practices and valuable resources to address the challenges experienced by women, Indigenous peoples, racialized people, persons with disabilities, LGBTQQIP2SAA and newcomers to Canada.
- EDA’s ENERCOM 2024 – March 24-25
Join EDA March 24-25, 2024 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto for the EDA’s ENERCOM. ENERCOM, now celebrating over 25 years as a premier event in Ontario’s energy sector, is renowned for its legacy of innovation and leadership. Not just a conference, ENERCOM is a vibrant networking hub, perfectly leading into the EDA’s Awards Gala, the sector’s premier event.
- Qualus Acquires Enkompass Power and Energy, Expanding its Footprint into Canada
Qualus Corporation has recently announced that it has acquired Enkompass Power and Energy Corporation, a Canadian electrical engineering and technical services firm.
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