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Message From The Editor
 Leadership, The Importance of Non-Technical Skills; EFC Scholarship Program
This issue focuses on leadership with articles from Keith Sones and Michelle Brannigan. Through his personal experience, Keith discusses the importance of team dynamics, while Michelle stresses the importance of acquiring non-technical skills to compliment technical training. Michelle operates in the electricity industry, but what she’s discussing is universal when it comes to working with others. The EFC and its member organization continue to support the industry with their annual scholarship fund, they begin accepting applications again in February 2022. |
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Sponsored Content
Expand Your Service Offering with the Wiser Approved Installer Program
 There’s no reason your customers' home electrical bill should be a mystery. Help them live wisely by using Wiser Energy. Installing the Wiser Energy system is simple, quick, and straightforward and normally takes between 15 and 30 minutes. Once the Wiser Energy unit is installed in the home's electrical panel, connecting to wi-fi and setting up the Sense app (Square D edition) only takes minutes. This will give your customer real-time access to their electrical usage 24/7. Schneider Electric has a program called the Wiser approved Installer program that supports electricians in developing their business and expanding their service offering, as the demand for smart home solutions continues to rise. Read More |
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Sponsored Content
The EPLAN Advantage – Why Panel Builders and System Integrators are Now Turning to the EPLAN Platform to Solve Their Engineering Challenges
 One platform, multiple solutions – the Eplan Platform offers engineering software such as Preplanning for systematic preliminary planning, Electric P8 for preparing circuit diagrams and Pro Panel for 3D enclosure planning, all from a single source. Standardised interfaces and integration processes enable continuous data flows throughout the value chain, with additional links to various system solutions from Rittal. This year, EPLAN has introduced its new EPLAN Platform 2022 to help address challenges in the design, engineering and manufacturing phases of the panel building process, with a solution that is more future proof, flexible and affordable than it has ever been in the past. Read More |
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Leadership
It Was a Mess, Organized by Yours Truly: The Dynamics of Finding Success as a Team
By Keith Sones
 Ever since I’ve been a kid, I thought I was unique. My skills, personality, likes and dislikes, attitude and dreams combined to make me the person I am, unlike anyone else. It turns out that I was right, but I spent years of time and energy trying to become someone else. I do, however, take solace in the fact that millions of people have likely done the same thing for thousands of years. Read More |
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Case Study
Southwire Customizable SPEED and CableTech Support Services
 A large multinational and one of the world’s largest metals and mining corporations in Canada was looking for a medium voltage cable solution. The demand necessary to complete the installation under the Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ), and they needed it faster than the standard lead time. A typical industry lead time for this type of cable at the time would see deliveries above 20 weeks. Read More |
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Leadership
The Importance of Non-Technical Skills
By Michelle Branigan
 Working in the electricity field, we know there’s always something to learn, whether it be a new safety protocol or the use of a new piece of equipment. Technology changes require workers to keep their skills current in order to stay safe and complete work efficiently. But beyond the technical capacity of many electrical roles, it’s the non-technical skills, or, what we at Electricity Human Resources Canada like to call professional skills, that each individual brings to the job that can make the difference in developing an innovative, safe and collaborative workplace. Read More |
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Home Automation
How Swidget Can Help Contractors Be Competitive in the Smart Home Market
 Smart technology is becoming an expected feature in new homes and a necessity in most commercial, industrial, and residential buildings. With the market for smart home devices expected to grow to $246 billion by 2022, many professional residential contractors are trying to increase their business by including smart home installations alongside the traditional services they offer. You see this in HVAC, plumbing, telecommunications, security, and wiring, to name a few. Read More |
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2021 EFC Scholarship Program Awards Over $130,000
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), through the support of its members, is proud to support university and college students with scholarships and career opportunities. Many students are coping with increased financial and time pressures during COVID-19. Now more than ever, this support is of greater importance to students who are the upcoming talent for our workforce. |
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Five Paid Sick Days For B.C. Workers Starting January 1st
Paid sick leave will be standard for workers in British Columbia beginning Jan. 1, 2022, with a minimum of five paid sick days each year. B.C. becomes the first province in Canada to legislate this level of paid time off for workers who fall ill. This new workplace protection applies to all workers covered by the Employment Standards Act, including part-time workers. |
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Rittal Presents the 2021 ‘Women in Tech’ EFC Scholarships to Anqi Xu of UBC and Aliya Dube of UM
This year’s ‘Women in Tech’ Scholarships are so important as they recognize that women and BIPOC have a vital contribution to make in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields. Rittal Systems Ltd. is so pleased to have pioneered this scholarship in 2019, and continues to award the Electro-Federation Canada ‘Women in Tech’ Scholarship annually, to deserving women to help them to pursue their dreams in the Electrical Industry. |
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Industry Insights
- Surviving Long-Term Sequelae Effects of Electrical Shock Hazard Exposure
In this webinar, Terry Becker interviews John Knoll, Master Electrician, and Professional Electrical Contractor (PEC) with the Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta (ECAA). Today, John is unable to continue in the trade and suffers from varied effects of Electric Shock Sequelae - experiencing psychological, neurological, and physical symptoms.
- EngWorks Release New Course: Hazardous Area Classification Application Software and Training Course for Explosive Gas Atmospheres
The ExHAC has the ability to predict key parameters required for a classification design including compressibility, polytropic processes, vapour pressure and the group classification and AIT of flammable mixtures. To ensure competence in classifying hazardous areas, EngWorks provides a TOTAL solution with the ExHAC Hazardous Area Classification Application Software and Training Course for Explosive Gas Atmospheres.
- STANDATA Update for Lightning Protection Systems
Purpose: Clarifies requirements for installing, altering, or adding to lightning protection systems. This clarification is for building owners, operators, designers, electricians, as well as safety codes officers (SCO) in the building and electrical disciplines.
- The Skilled Hub Episode 1 & 2 – The Message Dilemma & The Employer Perspective
France Daviault, Executive Director of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum hosts a new podcast in January called the Skilled Hub, as she chats with guests about what’s behind the numbers that led to the skills gap in the trades over the years. Is it the message? The process or the system? Get behind what the numbers really mean and what needs to happen to affect change.
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Investments
- OSTA Welcomes More Support for Employers Who Train Apprentices
The Ontario Skilled Trades Alliance (OSTA), which represents companies that employ thousands of skilled trades workers, is pleased the Ontario government is making further investments to address the provincial skills gap. The funding announcement will help to tackle a number of critical pinch-points in the skilled trades system, including promotion, early skills development, the information gap and providing enhanced apprenticeship incentives.
- Ontario Investing $90 Million to Attract Young People to Skilled Trades Careers
Ontario is investing an additional $90 million over three years to further promote the skilled trades to young people. This investment responds to the Apprenticeship Youth Advisors report, released this month, which includes several recommendations to help solve the shortage of skilled workers Ontario is currently facing.
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Economy
Residential Construction Investment Continues to Decrease in September
 Investment in building construction declined 0.7% to $17.5 billion in September, continuing a downward trend that started in May. A decrease in the residential sector was partially offset by a small increase in the non-residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), investment in building construction decreased 1.5% to $12.0 billion. Read More |
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New Brunswick Sees Big Jump in Residential Sector in Building Permits for October
 The total value of building permits increased 1.3% to $10.3 billion in October, led by gains in British Columbia (+15.0%) and Ontario (+4.5%). Construction intentions in the non-residential sector were up 4.2%, while the residential sector edged down 0.1%. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), building permits increased 0.7% to $7.0 billion. Read More |
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Electrificaiton
- Digital Technology Supercluster Announces Virtual Clean-Energy Training Platform for First Nations Communities
In partnership with the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), Siemens Canada, and Denesoline Corporation (Łutsël K'é Dene First Nation's wholly-owned subsidiary), the Digital Technology Supercluster is proud to announce its investment in empowering Indigenous communities by providing an online vocational training program in Clean Energy Power Plants.
- Ontario Adding EV Chargers to OnRoute Locations
Ontario is bringing electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers directly to the province’s busiest highways with the deployment of Ivy Charging Network chargers at all ONroute locations. Chargers at 17 ONroute locations will be open in time for next summer, with another three ONroute locations opening before the end of 2022.
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Product News
Klein Tools Expands Insulated Driver Offerings with Additional Lengths, Tips and Set
 Klein Tools expands its line of insulated screwdrivers with new lengths and tips, as well as a new 6-Piece Set that includes a Magnetizer. Read More |
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Eaton Humidity Sensor and Fan Control
 Eaton’s humidity sensor and fan control (HDFS3P1) device is a single pole humidity sensor for controlling the humidity level in a room. This sensor controls the humidity level by detecting excess humidity in damp areas, such as bathrooms or spas, then activating the ventilation fan when humidity is present and turning the fan off when the humidity level has dropped. Read More |
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Product News
HomeGuard LED Security Lights
 The HomeGuard LED family of residential security lights, with rugged die cast aluminum construction, are long-lasting, energy-efficient solutions for replacing incandescent PAR lamp fixtures. Mounted on the wall or under the eaves, these luminaries provide reliable security lighting in residential and commercial applications. Read More |
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TWPX LED by Acuity
 The TWPX LED wall pack family features premium polycarbonate lenses that are designed to make these luminaires tough enough to take real-world abuse in applications such as parks and recreation areas, locker rooms, entryways, or any high-traffic public spaces. Read More |
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Product News
Greenlee 11-in-1 Multi-Tool
 Integrated screwdriver and nut driver reduces the number of tools needed for a job. One tool that can work on slotted and Phillips screws. Read More |
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Milwaukee Rechargeable 250L Penlight w/ Laser
 The Rechargeable 250L Penlight w/ Laser offers you faster, more accurate inspections. This rechargeable penlight delivers 250 lumens of TRUEVIEW HIGH DEFINITION OUTPUT, and an integrated laser pointer ensures faster inspections and accurate communication on the jobsite. A built-in protective rubber bite zone allows you to quickly direct light while performing two-handed tasks. Read More |
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Industry Events
- 2nd Annual Virtual Electrical Learning Expo – February 16-17
The Alberta Electrical Alliance’s second annual digital trade show has been announced and will take place online February 16-17. They'll be bringing stellar industry talks, cutting edge technology profiles and a virtual tradeshow floor, right to your computer or device.
- NETCO Energize and Educate Conference: May 27-28 2022
The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) is pleased to welcome delegates to our annual conference, May 27-28, 2022 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Conference to be held at the Atlantica Hotel Halifax. Complete Agenda to follow.
- CAF-FCA National Apprenticeship Conference: May 29-31 2022
This biennial event hosted by the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) from May 29-31 in Halifax brings together members from every corner of Canada’s apprenticeship community to highlight promising practices and innovative solutions in apprenticeship training.
- 2022 Supporting Women in Trades Conference: June 2-3
Join CAF-FCA for a unique opportunity to learn, share and connect with apprentices and skilled trades workers who identify as women, their champions and community allies. This year’s program will offer interactive workshops, educational breakout sessions and dedicated networking and support spaces.
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