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BC Hydro Turns Electric School Buses into Mobile Power Sources in Canadian First
BC Hydro has become the first Canadian utility to launch a real-world field test of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology using electric school buses, marking a major milestone in the province’s clean energy innovation journey. This pilot, in partnership with Lynch Bus Lines and Fuse Power Management builds on the successful lab-based V2G demonstration conducted in December 2023 at Powertech Labs, where one bus demonstrated the potential of bidirectional charging.... Read More
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| CSA 343: What Every Electrician Needs to Know About the New Standard for EVEMS
It’s official: the new CSA C22.2 NO. 343 standard has been published by the CSA Group. It officially regulates electric vehicle energy management systems (EVEMS) to allow for the partial or complete omission of electric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) from the load calculation in Section 8 of the Code. Master electricians will find clear guidelines to ensure installations are compliant, safe, and easier to approve during inspections... Read More
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AI-Powered Retrofits: A Smarter Path to Efficiency and Sustainability
Canada’s buildings are aging—and so is the infrastructure that powers them. With more than half of today’s buildings expected to still be in use by 2050, the path to net-zero must run through the systems we already have. For Smart Building Technology professionals—including those in electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and building automation—this presents a pivotal opportunity: to lead the transformation of legacy buildings into high-performing, energy-efficient assets using the power of artificial intelligence (AI)... Read More
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North American Made, Built to Last: The Slacan Story
For over 100 years, Slacan has been more than a manufacturer—we’ve been a trusted partner for utilities across Canada and now the U.S.A. Our story is defined by high-quality products, strong North American roots, and a commitment to our communities. Here’s what sets us apart... Read More
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CanREA Calls for Further Changes to New Alberta Market Design
The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is concerned that the final Restructured Energy Market (REM) design, released by the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO), does not provide sufficient protection for investments made under the previous, energy-only market design... Read More
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NT Power Announces CEO Transition, Kelly McCann Appointed Interim CEO
NT Power announced on September 5th that Stuart Smith, who served as NT Power’s Chief Information Officer before stepping in as Interim Chief Executive Officer, will depart to become Chief Information Officer at London Hydro. The Board of Directors has named Kelly McCann as the incoming Interim CEO... Read More
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Electricity Transformation Canada 2025 Announces Conference Program
ETC, which will be held October 6-8 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, will feature nearly 50+ expert speakers and four-focused educational streams featuring dozens of full conference sessions all related to the theme of ‘Clean energy: Canada’s strategic advantage’... Read More |
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| New Champion Fiberglass® Expandable Utility Risers™
For over 35 years, electrical engineers and contractors have trusted Champion Fiberglass® conduit on thousands of underground utility transmission and distribution projects across the US and Canada. Champion Duct® fiberglass conduit offers light weight, cable fault resistance, temperature tolerance and no burn-through elbows that minimize repairs.
Introducing Champion Fiberglass® Expandable Utility Risers™ (patent pending). This new product promotes successful outcomes with these benefits:
Height adjustable
Can operate in temperatures of -40 to +230 ℉
Impact and UV resistant
Allows for expansion and contraction due to temperature, ground settling, and ground freeze/thaw cycles
Download the flyer for details, specs, and installation information |
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| Electrical Safety Authority Announces New Member Appointment to the Board of Directors
The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) announced the appointment of a new Board Member. “As Chair and on behalf of our Board of Directors, we are pleased to announce that Carla Y. Nell has been appointed by Minister Stephen Crawford to the ESA Board of Directors,” said ESA Chair Arjan Arenja... Read More
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Tillsonburg Hydro and ERTH Power to Explore Strategic Collaboration
The Town of Tillsonburg along with ERTH Corporation and its municipal shareholders announced today that Tillsonburg Hydro Incorporated (THI) and ERTH Power Corporation (EPC) are exploring a strategic collaboration to strengthen local utility operations and meet the future energy needs of their communities... Read More |
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Elexicon’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament Surpasses $1 Million in Funds Raised
Elexicon Energy, the electricity distribution company serving nearly 200,000 customers in Durham Region as well as Belleville, Brock, Gravenhurst and Port Hope, has fundraised a total of $1.1 million for local communities after hosting its fifth annual charity golf tournament. This year’s tournament, hosted in August at Deer Creek in Ajax, raised $350,000 for seven vital community agencies... Read More
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Nexans DriveRX® VFD Cable: Reliable Performance for Demanding Applications
Nexans DriveRX® VFD cable is engineered specifically for variable frequency drive (VFD) applications, offering superior performance and reliability for contractors and electricians.
Designed to handle high-voltage spikes and electromagnetic interference (EMI), DriveRX® ensures efficient motor operation and minimizes downtime. Its robust construction features cross-linked polyethylene insulation, a three-phase symmetrical design, and a full coverage shield for maximum noise protection.
Ideal for industrial and commercial environments, DriveRX® simplifies installation with color-coded conductors and meets CSA and UL standards.
For professionals seeking long-lasting, interference-free VFD cabling, Nexans DriveRX® is a trusted solution built to perform under pressure.
Learn more
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FortisBC Collaboration Completes Deep Energy Retrofit to Benefit Residents
FortisBC, Pembina Institute, Metro Vancouver Housing and local government officials recently celebrated the completion of a deep energy retrofit pilot project at Manor House in North Vancouver. This was a collaborative project designed to help lower gas use, energy costs and associated emissions in a multi-unit residential building while making the spaces more comfortable for residents...Read More
Hydro-Québec Announces New Substation for Downtown Montreal
To meet its customers’ growing needs for electricity in downtown Montréal, Hydro-Québec is announcing that it will be building a new substation at the corner of Boulevard René-Lévesque and Rue Saint-Hubert... Read More
Hydro One Breaks Ground on the St. Clair Transmission Line to Power Southwest Ontario
Hydro One, alongside First Nation partners and provincial and municipal leaders, celebrated the groundbreaking of the St. Clair Transmission Line on September 9th. The line is being built through the First Nation Equity Partnership Model and will increase power supply in the growing region...Read More
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ABB Invests in Made in Canada with Installation Products that Electrify Our World
ABB recently announced their plan to build a new R&D and manufacturing facility in Canada. It will combine their existing facilities in Iberville and Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu to increase production capacity and support future growth in key sectors across Canada like utilities, energy, and infrastructure. Michael Shenouda, Canada Region Leader – General Manager, Installation Products, answers my questions about the new facility. Shenouda started at ABB for a summer job, now, 30 years later, he plays a leading role in the company... Read More
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| Hammond Power Solutions Helps EFC Champion Sustainability as First Carbon Neutral Sponsor at Annual Industry Conference
Did you know that carbon emissions from this year’s Annual Industry Conference were offset? With the help of Hammond Power Solutions (HPS), EFC took an important step toward reducing our environmental impact by offsetting the emissions associated with the event. This milestone reflects a growing commitment within the electrical and electronics industry to take meaningful climate action and reduce our environmental impact.... Read more
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Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage - September 16
Join the Canadian Renewable Energy Association and Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors for a free, one-hour webinar previewing the new report, Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage...Read More Ontario Energy Conference - September 29
The fourth conference collaboration between the Ontario Energy Association (OEA) and the Association of Power Producers of Ontario (APPrO), building on the success of the 2022, 2023, and 2024 events... Read More
2025 Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium - October 28-30
The Atlantic Indigenous-Led Energy Symposium is an annual gathering of First Nation leaders, utilities, government, and industry to share knowledge and forge partnerships in the evolving energy sector. From a modest beginning in 2022, this gathering has grown into one of the principal Indigenous-led energy-sector forums in Canada...Read More
Time to Build - October 29
Following the Electricity Roundtable, join Electricity Canada at the National Arts Centre for this half-day symposium where we bring together government, industry experts, leaders in the electricity sector and major stakeholders to determine what is needed to get building the next phase of Canada’s electricity grid...Read More
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| Registration Open for EDIST 2026
EDIST has been the electricity sector’s must attend event since 2004 and 2026 is their biggest yet. Join 1,000+ professionals for three days of learning, innovation, and networking in the hear of downtown Toronto... Read More
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IDEAL Debuts New Digital Fish Tape
IDEAL Electrical™ is preparing electricians to meet their increasing workload by incorporating efficient, time-saving new technologies into its latest products. As the emphasis on electrification and renewable energy expands, an estimated 60% of households will need to upgrade their circuit breaker to fully electrify their home. The ongoing shortage of licensed electricians only increases the burden... Read More
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| Tim Hortons and FLO Partner to add EV Fast Chargers at 100 Tims restaurants across Canada by end of 2028 Tim Hortons is partnering with Quebec-based FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company, on a plan to deploy electric vehicle fast chargers at 100 Tims restaurants across Canada by the end of 2028... Read More |
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Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage - September 16
Hammond Power Solutions Inc. has determined that the recently expanded U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum derivative products apply to certain materials and components included in many of the Company’s products.... Read More
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Marine Renewables Canada 2025 Conference & Exhibition - November 12
Celebrate the momentum in the marine renewable energy sector with Marine Renewables Canada. Our expanded 2025 conference and exhibition will bring together leading minds from across Canada and the world to explore new opportunities and chart the future of the industry...Read More
10th annual National Energy Roundtable - November 20
The 10th annual National Energy Roundtable conference on Thursday, November 20, 2025 will gather business leaders, innovators and policy makers for discussions on: Energy and national competitiveness... Read More
Atlantic Canada Solar Summit - December 2&3
Join the Atlantic Canada Solar Summit 2025 at this year’s summit featuring keynote presentations from industry leaders, engaging panel discussions on the latest advancements and challenges in solar and energy storage technologies, and ample networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration among stakeholders... Read More
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