6 Things Contractors Need To Know About the Security Kit for Wire Mesh Tray
The rapid expansion of data centers has brought about significant challenges in maintaining data security standards. According to Statistics Canada, recovery costs from cyber security incidents in 2023 were $2.1 billion, up from $600 million in 2021. This critical situation requires a more robust cable management design to protect data from being intercepted and cables from being tampered with.
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Consumer Price Index, April 2025
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 1.7% year over year in April, down from a 2.3% increase in March. The slowdown in April was driven by lower energy prices, which fell 12.7% following a 0.3% decline in March. Excluding energy, the CPI rose 2.9% in April, following a 2.5% increase in March. Moderating the slowdown in the CPI in April were higher prices for travel… Read More…
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Labour Force Survey, April 2025
Employment was little changed in April (+7,400; +0.0%) and the employment rate declined 0.1 percentage points to 60.8%. The unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points to 6.9%. In April, employment fell among core-aged (25 to 54 years old) women (-60,000; -0.9%), while it increased among people aged 55 years and older (+35,000; +0.8%) and core-aged men (+24,000; +0.3%). In April, employment fell in manufacturing (-31,000; -1.6%) and… Read More…
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AD Reports Huge Jump in Member Sales Through Three Months of 2025
AD reports that member sales in the first three months of 2025 increased 23% to a record $24 billion across the group’s 14 divisions and three countries.
AD welcomed over 550 new members in the first quarter through both organic growth and the IMARK Electrical merger. AD members also acquired another 10 companies outside of AD.
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EFC Welcomes Medgar Lighting & Controls Inc. as New Manufacturer Member
With over 5 decades of industry experience, Medgar Lighting & Controls Inc. has consistently delivered innovative lighting and control solutions tailored to meet the unique design, energy, and budget requirements of their clients. Their longstanding commitment of cultivating strong partnerships with manufacturers allows them to stay at the forefront of product capabilities and emerging technologies… Read More…
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EFC Welcomes Valid Manufacturing Ltd. as New Manufacturer Member
Since 1992, Valid Manufacturing Ltd. has built their reputation as a world class innovator. By focusing on exceptional quality and service, they have developed strong relationships with renowned industry leaders. With four modern production facilities spanning over 100,000 sq. feet, Valid has the capacity and proven track record to tackle any project large or small.… Read More…
Greg Crook Transfers to Guillevin’s Grande Prairie Branch
LinkedIn post by Guillevin Edmonton West
After more than 2 years with us here at Guillevin West—and over 30 years with Guillevin as a whole—we’re saying goodbye (but not farewell!) to Greg as he begins a new chapter with our team in Grande Prairie.
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April 28, 2024 This month, Lumen held their 12th edition of the Salon Lumen, the largest exhibition in Quebec’s electrical industry. The customer event was hosted over two days, commenced on April 16th in Quebec City, and ended on April 18th in Montreal. One hundred seventy-five vendors gathered within a 50,000 sq ft area to… Read More…
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April 27, 2024 Retiring Windsor sales rep Scott O’Neil is still manning the counter with a smile on his last day at Western Equipment. Thank you from all of us for 23 years of dedicated service. All the best in your retirement, Scott! More information available here Read More…
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