Amendments Proposed to Bill C-275 on Income Deductions for Tradespeople
April 9, 2021
April 9, 2021
July 17, 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. Furthermore, in the current context where we’re witnessing soaring energy prices, building owners are seeking…
July 17, 2023 This acquisition broadens UL Solutions’ global expertise in indoor environmental quality and health and safety across the built environment value chain. UL Solutions recently announced its acquisition of Healthy Buildings International, a U.K.-based health, safety and compliance company with expertise in indoor environmental quality, building health and safety, water audits and fire safety. “The…
The Ontario government is investing $47 million in 2021-22 to hire more apprentices, improve the quality of training and help them complete their training and certification through the new Achievement Incentive Program and the expanded Apprenticeship Capital Grant.
July 17, 2023 Schneider Electric, the leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, is pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Biot as Vice President, Power Distribution & Digital Energy in Canada, effective July 1, 2023. “The market is undergoing transformative change and I am excited to explore and help shape the opportunities our…
We truly lost another great foundation builder to the Canadian electrical industry on May 12. Jim Cumming had a long and successful business career starting with Canada Wire & Cable and later with Ruddy Electric. Laterally Jim assumed a key role in guiding Westburne in its growth. Jim thoroughly enjoyed his professional career and the many cherished friendships it brought throughout the years.
March 11, 2024 By William (Bill) Burr[i] The Code is a comprehensive document. Sometimes, it can seem daunting to quickly find the information you need. This series of articles provides a guide to help users find their way through this critical document. This is not intended to replace the notes in Appendix B, or the… Read More…
March 8, 2024 To mark International Women’s Day, the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) is celebrating the achievements of tradeswomen and gender diverse individuals working in the construction, manufacturing, transportation, and service sectors. The recruitment and retention of women in the skilled trades is an ongoing challenge based on CAF-FCA’s data analysis. In 2022, 5.8% of… Read More…
The MPBSD is proposing regulatory amendments to O.Reg. 570/05 (Licensing of Electrical Contractors and Master Electricians) to support the Electrical Safety Authority’s (ESA) initiative to modernize its licence renewal process for master electricians and licensed electrical contractors. Read More…
For over 90 years, the CE Code, Part I has played a vital role in the safety of electrical installations and systems, establishing guidelines and requirements necessary to reduce risks of electric shock, fires, and other electrical hazards. Read More…
The Ontario government is making it easier to build and connect new public electric vehicle (EV) chargers to the province’s world-class clean electricity grid. Starting May 27, 2024, all local utilities will follow a streamlined process for EV charging connections that will make it easier to set up new charging stations and support the adoption… Read More…
March 15, 2024 As of March 1st, Ideal Supply Inc. has purchased Electrical Wholesale Supply, acquiring both the Leamington and Windsor locations. EWS will continue to operate as such for the foreseeable future; as a subsidiary of Ideal Supply Inc. “We are proud and excited to join the communities in which EWS operates and we… Read More…
March 15, 2024 The governments of Canada and Quebec have announced that 5 projects with a total of 324 new units will be rapidly built in the city of Québec. The projects were selected as part of the second call for projects under the Société d’habitation du Québec’s (SHQ) Programme d’habitation abordable Québec (PHAQ). Project name… Read More…
Schneider Electric has officially announced its partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL). Named the official partner for energy management, Schneider Electric will assess the PWHL’s operations and provide a clear roadmap for decarbonization… Read More…
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.