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Editor's Message
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Women in Construction
This issue features an article from Elle Bremmer on Procore's DEI initiatives. Bill Burr's latest quiz on Tables in CE Code is also below, last month 72% of respondents had the correct answer. BCCA released a comment on the 'Emoji' ruling, which could have broader implications on the construction industry. If you have had any experience with AFCI circuit breaker nuisance tripping, CECA is seeking input with their survey below. |
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Women in Construction
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Procore’s Women’s Impact Network: Pioneering Inclusion and Empowering Women in Construction
By Elle Bremmer
Procore is taking charge of promoting diversity and inclusion in the industry. Through their Women’s Impact Network (WIN) and other initiatives, Procore is committed to empowering and advancing women in construction. WIN aims to connect, advance, and leverage the collective power of women within the company and the broader industry. Read More... |
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Code Quiz
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Tables in Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, 25th Edition
By Bill Burr
In which table would you find the conditions of use for insulated conductors and cables other than flexible cords, portable power cables, and equipment wires?
A) Table 16
B) Table 19
C) Table 8
D) Table 11 |
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Sponsored Content
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Finding Balance: The Role of Balance of System in Delivering More Efficient and Cost-Effective PV Installations
Over the past decade, the story of utility-scale solar has been one of increasing energy efficiency and decreasing costs. But as photovoltaic (PV) technology matures, these gains are seeing diminishing returns. There have been huge leaps in technology and drops in cost across the entire solar balance of system (BOS), not just in panels and inverters. BOS typically encompasses everything but the solar panel module itself: inverters, racking and trackers, cable management, batteries, and storage, even software and labor costs. Underlying and tying together all these systems is a solar plant’s physical and electrical infrastructure. Read More... |
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Contracts
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BCCA’s Statement on the “Emoji” Ruling
While this case is fact specific, in the view of the BC Construction Association (BCCA), this decision could have implications for the construction industry. The industry relies on communication, often in a time sensitive environment. Increasingly, text messages are used to convey and seek approval on important and material project matters. Read More... |
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Education
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Apprenticeship Registration and Completion Rates Webinar
Join CAF-FCA and guest speaker, Dominique Skubnik, to learn about apprenticeship registration and completion rate trends based on the latest data from Statistics Canada. Read More... |
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Survey
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Nuisance Tripping of AFCI Circuit Breakers
The Canadian Electrical Contractors Association would like to know if you have experienced any nuisance tripping of AFCI circuit breakers. Read More... |
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Feature Video
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Wire to Wire: Tom Kennedy | Teacher Turned Champion
What if your electrical teacher was the nation’s top electrician? You saw him take home the trophy at the 2022 IDEAL National Championship, now hear his story. Tom Kennedy has been an electrician for 31 years, and he’s been teaching apprentices since 1997. Read More... |
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New Pilot Program Offers Funding to Retrofit Market Rental Buildings
The City of Vancouver has launched the Rental Apartment Retrofit Accelerator (RARA) pilot program to future-proof existing rental buildings, making them more resilient to the impacts of climate change, while improving energy efficiency, increasing indoor comfort and decreasing emissions with minimal impacts to tenants. Read More... |
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B.C. Invests $5M to Increase Career Opportunities in Skilled Trades
More people will be able to access new and enhanced resources and programming to support entering the trades and to help complete their apprenticeships through a $5-million provincial investment. This investment supports six B.C. organizations specializing in attracting people into the skilled trades and supporting them during their pre-apprentice training and apprenticeships... Read More... |
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NETCO Annual Conference August 13
The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) is pleased to welcome delegates to their annual conference, August 13th, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario. Conference to be held at the Hilton Hotel, Toronto. Follow the link to register, view the full agenda, information about educational sessions, and the keynote speaker. Read More... |
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Sales Outsource Solutions Show – October 5th, 2023
Sales Outsource Solutions invites you to a special event where they showcase all that they have to offer. They will be featuring all of their vendor partners from across the industry, along with revealing the latest solutions that their manufacturers offer – alongside refreshments, as well. This year, Sales Outsource Solutions will be featuring four speaking sessions from experts of their respective fields; more information on the sessions will be made available at a later date. Read More... |
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Hydro Ottawa Provides Update on IBEW Strike
On June 28 at 12:01 a.m., Hydro Ottawa activated its contingency plans when its employees represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) commenced strike action. Hydro Ottawa has reached out directly to the IBEW representatives and extended an invitation to meet. Read More... |
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OPG Celebrates the Early Completion of Darlington Unit 3
The second of four OPG refurbished reactors now re-connected to Ontario’s electricity grid Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has achieved a major milestone by successfully connecting Darlington Nuclear Generating Station’s Unit 3 to Ontario’s electricity grid, 169 days ahead of schedule. Read More... |
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International Code Council Earns Accreditation to Develop National Standards of Canada
The International Code Council is the latest standards development organization (SDO) to receive accreditation from the Standards Council of Canada (SCC). It joins a select group of organizations that contribute to the development of National Standards of Canada for the benefit of Canadians. Read More... |
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EFC Welcomes IDEA: New Affiliate Member in 2023
IDEA is the industry endorsed technology solutions provider. The company has been servicing manufacturers and distributors with product data syndication and EDI (electronic data interchange) since it was created in 1998 by National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) and the National Association of Electrical Distributors (NAED). Read More... |
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Sonepar Extends its Partnership with Siemens Building Products to Accelerate Building Decarbonization in 2023
Regulations are forcing building owners to reduce the carbon footprint of their stock. The Energy Performance for Buildings Directive (EPBD) coordinates regulations in all European countries and sets clear targets for achieving climate-neutral building operations by 2050. Read More... |
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Announcing Panduit 2022 North America Partner of the Year Award Recipients
Panduit Corp., a global leader of innovative electrical and network infrastructure solutions, recently announced the Panduit North America Partner of the Year award winner and the Regional Partners of the Year. The awards recognize Panduit ONESM Partners from the previous year that have demonstrated a commitment to business growth as well as outstanding customer engagement. Read More... |
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UL Solutions Welcomes Alberto Uggetti as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Uggetti to lead account-based, vertical and product and portfolio marketing teams, advance brand and customer loyalty, and enable the success of the company’s business and sales teams through transformed pricing and customer care programs. Read More... |
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TE Connectivity ranks No. 8 among Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators
In recognition of its global culture designed to empower teams to advance important technological trends, TE Connectivity has earned a top-ten ranking among the 2023 Fast Company Best Workplaces for Innovators. Read More... |
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Outdoor Security with Triton CCT from NDR Lighting
Offering NDR's highest lumen output ever in such a compact form factor, the Triton definitely packs a punch. Its twin head design lets you light two different areas with one light source, while the adjustable photocell avoids wasting energy during daytime. The Triton outputs 6000 lumens, dimmable to 4000 lumens and offers a selectable color temperature of 4K or 5K. Read More... |
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ColorQuick General Service Lamps Available at GB Agencies
SATCO|NUVO is excited to introduce CCT selectable general service lamps. A19, PAR and BR bulbs are now offered with ColorQuick Technology. Reduce warehouse inventory while offering more lamp configurations and increase customer satisfaction with the ability to adjust color temperature on demand. Read More... |
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Ruff-IN™ Made-to-Stock – Standard Prefab Electrical Assemblies
Ruff-IN™ solutions include a full portfolio of innovative, pre-fabricated Crouse-Hinds series and B-Line series solutions for in-wall and overhead electrical assemblies that help customers save time, reduce costs and maximize their return on investment. Read More... |
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SIMpull THHN Copper Wire
SIMpull THHN® copper conductors are designed to be installed without application of a pulling lubricant. These conductors have multiple ratings. Depending upon the product application allowable temperatures are as follows… Read More... |
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Simard Transport Initiates Electrification of its Truck Fleet
Simard Transport, a transportation company established in Quebec and Canada since 1943, takes pride in being among the first Quebec-based companies to actively contribute to decarbonizing heavy transportation. Recently, they announce the addition of four electric trucks to their current fleet. Read More... |
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Toyota Canada and Edmonton International Airport (YEG) Partner to Bring 100 Zero-Emission Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles to Alberta Roadways
Edmonton International Airport (YEG) is proud to announce 100 Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) will soon be on Alberta’s roadways thanks to an innovative partnership with Toyota Canada. This initiative will reduce carbon emissions and contribute to YEG’s goal of being net-zero by 2040. As a key development in Alberta’s clean fuels journey, this will be the first fleet of hydrogen-powered zero-emission vehicles in Alberta. Read More... |
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EWEL Announces Relocation of their Main Branch
EWEL is pleased to announce the relocation of its Main Branch in Edmonton to a beautiful area in the west end, effective July 4, 2023. Read More... |
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CAF-FCA To Leverage Momentum of Women in Trades Movement to Create Change for Other Under-Represented Skilled Trades Workers
To include more skilled tradespeople in a national conversation around diversity, equity, and inclusion in workplaces, CAF-FCA will host its first Supporting Equity in the Trades Conference starting in 2025 on May 24-26 in Toronto, ON. Read More... |
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