How ABB Canada Supports Grid Resilience in Extreme Weather Events
Extreme weather events are no longer rare in Canada. From ice storms to wildfires, the impact from harsh weather on our electrical grid is growing.
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How ABB Canada Supports Grid Resilience in Extreme Weather Events
Extreme weather events are no longer rare in Canada. From ice storms to wildfires, the impact from harsh weather on our electrical grid is growing. And as cities expand and energy demands rise, utilities are under more pressure than ever to keep the lights on and businesses operating. ABB is here to help.
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Open Letter to the Government of Alberta on Data Centre Investment and Opportunity
July 9, 2025 Indigenous Watchdog has sent an open letter to the Honourable Premier Danielle Smith and Members of the Government of Alberta, which reads as follows: To the Honourable Premier Danielle Smith and Members of the Government of Alberta, We write to you as the Chiefs of the Alexander First Nation, Paul First Nation, Enoch Cree… Read More…
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Capacity Building for the Sustainable and Inclusive Development of Nova Scotia’s Offshore Wind Resource Summary Report
July 9, 2025 Offshore wind (OSW) remains an untapped renewable energy resource in Nova Scotia that has interest growing in the industry alongside the need for renewable energy sources. Tapping into OSW will require support from and cooperation between communities, governments, local industries, and OSW proponents. In 2022, Net Zero Atlantic began Capacity Building for… Read More…
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How ABB Canada Supports Grid Resilience in Extreme Weather Events
Extreme weather events are no longer rare in Canada. From ice storms to wildfires, the impact from harsh weather on our electrical grid is growing. Read More…
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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro Reflects on a Transformational 2024 with AGM and Annual Report
June 25, 2025 Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (Hydro) held its Annual General Meeting reflecting on 2024 and presenting the Annual Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024. Hydro also released its Unaudited Financial Statements and financial results for the first quarter of 2025. “This past year was transformational and memorable. It… 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 Learn More…
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Claudine Bouchard appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Hydro-Québec
July 9, 2025 It is with great pleasure that Hydro-Québec’s Board of Directors confirms the appointment of Claudine Bouchard as President and Chief Executive Officer. Executive Vice President and Chief Operating and Infrastructure Officer since September 2023, Claudine Bouchard has been with Hydro-Québec for over 25 years, including five as a member of senior management. A visionary and strategic leader, Ms…. Read More…
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The Canadian Renewable Energy Association Celebrates 5th Anniversary
July 10, 2025 The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is proud to celebrate its fifth anniversary on July 1, 2025. CanREA launched on July 1, 2020, during the global pandemic, as the merger of Canada’s wind and solar industry associations (CanWEA and CanSIA), with the important addition of energy storage to the mandate. Created to provide a unified… Read More…
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GE Vernova Hitachi Invest $70 Million to Build World’s First Small Modular Reactor Engineering & Service Centre in Ontario
The Ontario government announced it has secured an investment of $70 million from GE Vernova Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GVH) to build the world’s first BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) engineering and service centre in Durham Region near the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP) site. Read More…
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Strategic Repositioning of EVLO’s Business Activities
June 25, 2025 In the context of a highly uncertain business environment in the United States, particularly through the imposition of tariffs, EVLO, which specializes in battery energy storage systems, announced a strategic repositioning of its activities. In order to contain business risks, EVLO will focus its efforts on the Canadian market, paying special attention… Read More…
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EHRC Launches AI Workforce Intelligence Initiative with FSC Support
July 9, 2025 Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), in partnership with the Future Skills Centre (FSC), is beginning a new national initiative to assess and address the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on Canada’s electricity workforce. This initiative is supported by a broader $7.6 million investment from FSC in 35 new projects, funded through… Read More…
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VeriSafe 2.0 – Absence of Voltage Testing
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Rexel Utility is the Premier Distributor of Medium and High-Voltage Products in the Canadian Utility Market
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Product News
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Electric Avenue Powers Ahead with Major Win and New Flagship Product: Watti Pro Echo
June 25, 2025 In an industry dominated by global giants, a startup from Canada’s East Coast is quickly becoming one of the most compelling cleantech success stories in the country. Electric Avenue, a Nova Scotia–based EV charging manufacturer, is making waves in the North American market with the official launch of its Watti Pro Echo… Read More…
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SWTCH Energy Introduces Intelligent Anti-Theft and Vandalism Solutions to Protect EV Charging Infrastructure
May 20, 2025 SWTCH Energy has announced the launch of its suite of anti-theft and vandalism solutions designed to help property managers safeguard their EV charging infrastructure from cable theft and damage. With rising reports of EV charging station vandalism and cable theft, multifamily and commercial properties face financial threats while EV drivers experience diminished confidence in… Read More…
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Safe Software Unveils FME Realize: Making Spatial Computing Real, Live, and Actionable
May 20, 2025 Safe Software (Safe) has announced the launch of FME Realize, a powerful Augmented Reality (AR) solution that connects field workers to an organization’s entire data ecosystem, including digital twins, through Augmented Reality. Unveiled and demonstrated live today at the company’s largest user conference to date, The Peak of Data and AI 2025 in Seattle, Washington, FME… Read More…
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Canadian Solar Releases New TOPCon 2.0 / 660 Wp N-Type Module with up to 24.4% Efficiency for Utility and C&I PV Systems
May 7, 2025 Canadian Solar Inc. announced the launch of its new N-type high power TOPBiHiKu CS6.2 module series for both Utility and Commercial & Industrial Systems. Based on the latest TOPCon cell technology, the module delivers a maximum power output up to 660 Wp and a conversion efficiency of up to 24.4%. Canadian Solar is beginning… Read More…
Events
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EDA’s EDIST 2026 Call for Papers is Open
July 9, 2025 Call for Papers: 2026 EDIST Conference & Trade ShowJanuary 20–22, 2026Harbour Castle Conference Centre, Toronto EDIST Conference & Exhibition is growing! Since 2004, it’s been a must-attend event in the electricity distribution sector—and 2026 will be EDA’s biggest and best yet. With a new waterfront venue and an expanded program, the event offers… Read More…
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The Inaugural kWh Summit – May 13, Toronto
April 24, 2025 The first-ever kWh Summit brings together utilities, regulators, policymakers and technology providers to drive grid innovation and unlock the full potential of the electric vehicle transition. Network with the leaders setting the pace for grid innovation, including speakers from Hydro-Québec, BC Hydro, Alectra, Nova Scotia Power, Toronto Hydro and many more on Tuesday, May 13, 2025,… Read More…
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Register Today for Agents of Change 2025 – May 14
Agents of Change is a transformative one-day event advancing and celebrating a culture of fairness, representation and belonging in workplaces. Read More…
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Web Summit Vancouver – May 27-30
April 8, 2025 Web Summit Vancouver will bring thousands of international innovators, investors, tech buyers, and leaders to our province, putting British Columbia and B.C. companies on the global stage and at the centre of an incredible opportunity for our ecosystem. This is our chance to make a mark and engage with new markets, establish… Read More…