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Editor's Message
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As we now enter February it is clear that everyone is still focusing on predictions for the year and doing all they can to ensure operations continue to grow. I see this as promising for an industry that is going to provide many of the solutions to the problems we are facing today and tomorrow. In this issue read about coming trends to the construction market and the electrical infrastructure in Canada. And of course, be sure to stay on top of all the new faces and changes within the industry. Cheers!
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Procore’s Canadian Construction Trends to Watch in 2023
By Jas Saraw, Procore.
Looking at Canadian contruction trends in 2023, I expect a year of challenge and change as the Canadian construction industry grapples with ongoing problems such as the labour shortage while continuing to move toward integrated project delivery to achieve greater efficiency. At Procore, we are watching...
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EHRC: A Career with Purpose – Apprentices Building Canada’s Reduced Carbon Future
In 2021, Canada joined 120+ other countries in committing to achieving net-zero emissions by year 2050 in an effort to “avert the worst impacts of climate change.” In a few words, that means either reducing or offsetting the economy’s greenhouse gas emissions through electrification, energy efficiency and clean technologies...
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Sponsored Content
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The IDEAL Clamp Meter
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Industry Roots
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Then and Now: The Visit of Mason Armstrong
A huge thank you to Mason Armstrong of Turolight for stopping by to surprise those he worked with many years ago and has not seen in 30 plus years. Mason was one of the people that helped make Paul Wolf the name brand it is in downtown Toronto. Starting his career here, on the counter and then moving into sales. Here at Paul Wolf...
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Designed to Serve
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New International Wesco Anixter Brand Underscores Commitment to Innovation and Local Expertise
Wesco International has recently unveiled the details of the organization’s international go-to-market brand at ISE Show 2023. “We are proud to share a new international brand identity that underscores Wesco Anixter’s commitment to innovation and in-country expertise, showcasing the company’s ability to provide customers around...
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Schneider Electric Appoints Jim Kalogiros as New Leader to Steer Canada’s Secure Power Business
Recently, Schneider Electric was pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Kalogiros as Vice President, Secure Power in Canada. Jim has over 18 years of experience at Schneider Electric, primarily in the data centre realm, holding various positions in sales, contractor partnerships and business development. Most recently, Jim served as the Senior
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Bartle & Gibson Announces 3 Milwaukee Tool Zones
Bartle & Gibson Co. Ltd., a Western Canada-based premier plumbing, heating and electrical distributor, proudly announced Friday, January 27th, 2023, three Milwaukee Tool Zones. The Zones include two Milwaukee Tool Red Zones, one at their Calgary North location and one at their Port Coquitlam location, and one Milwaukee Tool Lighting Zone at
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Ouellet Group is Becoming Innovair Solutions
The Ouellet Group team has recently come to a unanimous decision: They want a name for the company that would reflect their international positioning and their growth over recent years. That name is Innovair Solutions. To kick off 2023 and make their new vision official, the team decided to change the name of the parent company for all of...
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Stelpro Group Announces Appointment of Pierre Huard as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Stelpro Group are pleased to announce the appointment of Pierre Huard as CEO of Stelpro Group. He will take up his duties on January 30, 2023. Pierre has a wealth of experience that will be put to good use within Stelpro Group. He’s held several management positions at prestigious companies, including Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney and...
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D.A.D. Sales Announces Bob Holman as New President
D.A.D. Sales is pleased to announce the posting of Bob Holman to President from his previous role as Vice President and Sales Manager. “Bob Holman has always been a leader and mentor to the D.A.D. Sales team, and we value his continued leadership in his new role.” – Bonnie Youngs, Vice President, D.A.D. Sales...
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AD Canada LinkedIn Page Now Live
AD is thrilled to announce the launch of a new AD Canada LinkedIn page, which serves as the AD Canada community’s dedicated source for the latest news, happenings, updates, and events for AD divisions operating north of the border. AD Canada is elated to have this new line of communication available to connect...
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Ascot Capital Group Announces the Appointment of Rob Nadler as President Effective June 1, 2023
Announced by David Nathaniel, Ascot Capital Group. It is my pleasure to announce that Rob Nadler, Stanpro’s Executive Vice-President will be promoted and assume the role of President of Ascot’s “General & Emergency Lighting Group – Stanpro, AimLite & Beluce” effective June 1, 2023. Rob Nadler joined Stanpro in 2001 and was instrumental in its
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Brad Edmunds Joins Service Wire Company in Houston
Brad Edmunds has joined the Service Wire team as the Director of Sales in the Houston sales office. Edmunds will be responsible for the leadership and success of the sales organization from the company’s Houston, Texas facility. Edmunds will work directly with Service Wire’s extensive network of manufacturers’ representatives.
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Rexel Announces Nadia Teixeira as Brand New Director of Digital in Canada
Recently, Rexel were delighted to announce the appointment of Nadia Teixeira as the Director of Digital (Canada) effective January 19, 2023. In this role, Nadia will lead Rexel’s digital transformation efforts and will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and acceleration of their digital assets...
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Stelpro Group Announces Patrick Charest as VP of Sales & Marketing
Announced by Yves Chabot, Stelpro. We are pleased to announce that Patrick Charest will now lead our Marketing Department as Vice President, Sales and Marketing for Groupe Stelpro. We had planned for this when we hired Patrick last March, but felt that an integration period dedicated to Sales would allow for...
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Rexel Canada Aquires Lineman’s Testing Labratories of Canada
Rexel Canada announced that it has acquired Lineman’s Testing Laboratories of Canada Ltd (LTL), a leading provider of high-voltage electrical services and products to the utility and industrial markets based in Toronto, ON and Edmonton, AB. The acquisition, which closed today, will provide Rexel Canada with enhanced...
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Port Kells is the Site of E.B. Horsman & Son’s Brand New Second Corporate Office
E.B. Horsman & Son recently announced the opening of an additional corporate office located at #215- 9440 202nd Street in Port Kells, British Columbia. This is the company’s second location joining its headquarters & distribution centre in Surrey, British Columbia. The office will be open for business starting January 16...
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AD Owner/Member Sales up 28% to a Record $74.9 Billion in 2022
AD is reporting record results for 2022 in owner/member sales, member purchases from AD suppliers, AD warehouse sales to AD members, net distributions to members, and operational efficiency. 2022 owner/member sales were a record $74.9 billion, a 28% increase from the previous year. Purchases by member companies from AD supplier...
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Hubbell Reports Fourth Quarter 2022 and Full Year Results From Continuing Operations
Hubbell Incorporated recently reported operating results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2022. “2022 was a great year for Hubbell,” said Gerben Bakker, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Attractive markets underpinned by grid modernization and electrification, along with strong price realization driven by...
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Building the Workforce of Tomorrow
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Lumen Academy Prepares the Next Generation
Lumen Academy is an innovative training program created to nurture the next generation of Lumen talent. Its 7th cohort enters class on March 13, for five weeks. During this rigorous training program, Academicians have the opportunity to develop their sales skills, learn about the products distributed by Lumen, suppliers and corporate...
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Supporting Education
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H.G. Horsman 2022 Scholarship Winners Announced
E.B. Horsman & Son are pleased to award the H.G. Horsman 2022 scholarships to Riley Dawe, Jana Santiago, Danika Beblow and Emma Slater. Riley is in his first year of post-secondary, pursuing his University Studies degree at North Island College. He aspires to be a future guidance counselor or clinical psychologist. “I plan to learn how to...
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