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NETCO Launches National Sustainable Jobs Initiative
The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO), with support from the Government of Canada’s Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy – Sustainable Jobs Stream, is launching the Red Seal Powerline Technician Upgrade Initiative…
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ABB Now Supports the Elastimold™ portfolio in Milton, Ontario

Elastimold™ products are built for reliability. Now, the support behind them is closer than ever. Closer When It Counts reflects ABB’s commitment to Canadian utilities by ensuring the Elastimold™ portfolio is backed by fast, dependable, local service when it matters most. Our ABB Service and Modernization Centre in Milton, Ontario now supports Elastimold™ repairs. This direct access to Canadian expertise, faster repair turnaround, and dedicated support is tailored to the needs of the Canadian grid.
Elastimold™ reliability you trust. Local support you can count on.
Chance® Pole Line Hardware and Guy Anchors: Trusted Reliability for Modern Broadband Telecommunications

Hubbell Canada Offers Comprehensive Aerial and Anchoring Solutions for Overhead Infrastructure
Hubbell Canada’s Chance® brand manufacturing pole line hardware since 1912 continues to provide overhead telecommunications contractors with a comprehensive portfolio of aerial hardware and anchoring systems built for demanding field conditions.
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Wildlife Outages Aren’t Random. They Repeat.

Wildlife outages follow a pattern: the same feeders, the same exposed assets, year after year. TE Connectivity’s Wildlife & Asset Protection (WAP) portfolio is engineered to help utilities break that cycle. Polymer covers are purpose-built for the insulator, bushing, and conductor geometries where squirrels and birds bridge energized hardware, while AVFD avian flight diverters improve line visibility to help reduce large-bird collisions. Hot-stick and drone installable, UV-stable, and built to TE’s engineered design-life specifications. Available across Canada through Rexel Utility.
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PUPI Tangent Crossarms at Rexel Utility

Pick one up and you’ll see and feel the difference compared to wood or other composite crossarms.
PUPI® tangent crossarms weigh significantly less than wood crossarms—with up to six times the strength. A closed-cell polyurethane foam fill provides lightweight, field drillable stability that also prevents moisture and contamination from entering the crossarm. From our industry leading UV protection to our internal bushings, PUPI tangent crossarms are built to last.
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Destination Trade, Empowering Futures, and Discovering Potential

The electricity sector in Canada is growing. Current forecasts suggest an additional 2-3x more generation, transmission and distribution capacity by 2050. This means a growing workforce to build, operate and maintain this new carbon-neutral infrastructure.
EHRC is here to help with wage subsidies and hiring incentives to support employers in hiring their future employees, and offering a new generation of talent opportunities to work in this growing industry.
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IDEAL Electrical™ and BILT® Make It Easier Than Ever to Learn Conduit Bending

The BILT app now offers 3D interactive instructions for bending conduit, the first professional tradesperson-focused instructional learning available in the app.
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EFC Shares Industry Priorities as CUSMA Discussions Continue
As discussions continue on the future of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA), Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) met with senior federal officials… Read More…
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Future-Proof Your Workforce: Strategies for Retention, Resilience & Results at People Connected 2026
July 22, 2026 Future-Proof Your Workforce: Strategies for Retention, Resilience & Results Join top industry experts at People Connected 2026 November 4, at the Toronto Airport Marriott Hear from leading voices on hiring, retention, and the future of work. Walk away from our one-day symposium with strategies you can put into action the next day.… Read More…
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From Dialogue to Delivery: What Positive Energy Has Learned About Building Canada’s Energy Future, with Monica Gattinger
July 8, 2026 In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley speaks with Positive Energy’s Founding Chair, Monica Gattinger. After a decade of shaping Canada’s energy dialogue, Monica reflects on Positive Energy’s impact on public and investor confidence, Indigenous partnerships, and energy governance. She also explores why the sector’s greatest challenge is no… Read More…
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Electricity Alliance Canada: An Open Letter Supporting Canada’s National Electricity Strategy
July 8, 2026 To the Government of Canada, As we mark National Electricity Month in Canada, the Electricity Alliance Canada—a coalition of six leading Canadian electricity associations—is pleased to express our strong support for the federal government’s release of Powering Canada Strong: A national strategy for an electrified Canadian economy. On behalf of organizations representing Canada’s… Read More…
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Proudly Canadian. Trusted Cables for Over a Century.

Nexans Canada proudly embodies the strength, innovation, and reliability of Canadian manufacturing. With locally produced cables and solutions, the company supports national infrastructure, energy, and industry while maintaining a deep commitment to quality and sustainability. Being Made in Canada reflects Nexans’ dedication to local expertise, skilled communities, and trusted performance. By combining global leadership with Canadian roots, Nexans continues to power connections across the country—delivering products Canadians can rely on with pride.
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OEA Announces Planned Transition of Chief Executive Officer
July 22, 2026 The Board of Directors of the Ontario Energy Association (OEA) announced that Chief Executive Officer Vince Brescia has decided to step down from his role after a highly successful decade-long tenure leading the organization. Vince will continue to serve in his current capacity to ensure a smooth transition and orderly hand-off of… Read More…
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TELUS Consolidates Telecom Businesses
July 22, 2026 TELUS Corporation has announced changes to its executive leadership as a first step in a transformation of the company’s core telecom business to drive sustainable growth. This reorganization is designed to drive enhanced customer service, align capital and resources to the highest margin products, services and customer segments, and realize operational efficiencies… Read More…
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Hubbell Canada Announces Leadership Update
July 13, 2026 Hubbell Canada are pleased to announce an important leadership update for their organization. Effective July 13, 2026, David Keegan, who has served as Director of Sales for Hubbell Canada since January 1, 2023, has transferred to the position of Vice President of Sales, Hubbell Utility Solutions Canada. “We thank him for his… Read More…
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Hammond Power Solutions Inc. Completes Acquisition of AEG Power Solutions
July 8, 2026 Hammond Power Solutions announced it has completed the previously disclosed acquisition of AEG Power Solutions for approximately CAD $365 million, following receipt of all required regulatory approvals. The acquisition marks a significant step in HPS’s strategy to expand beyond its transformer-led foundation and strengthens its role across the broader electrical value chain.… Read More…
Champion Duct® Solves Solar Project Challenges

Electrician and contractor voices needed for the state-of-the-industry survey.For over 35 years, electrical engineers and contractors have trusted Champion Fiberglass® conduit on thousands of solar and underground utility transmission and distribution projects across the US and Canada. Champion Duct® fiberglass conduit offers durability, mechanical strength and no burn-through elbows that minimize repairs. Fiberglass conduit is UL listed to 110℃ so it tolerates higher heat generated in dense cable duct banks. Its light weight and easy connections encourage a smooth, safe, lower cost underground installation. Champion Fiberglass is certified ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001.
Three Phase Power Transformer from CES Transformers

CES designs and manufactures small and medium size power transformers that meet utility grade substation standards and specialty application demands.
CES in-house design team can customize solutions for any market segment including green & renewable energy, commercial, utility, and industrial applications. CES’ features meet or exceed standard equipment by only utilizing the highest quality components from leading suppliers along with non-standard options to meet any customer project requirements.
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GE & Legacy Products System Upgrade Advisor from ABB
July 8, 2026 Have GE and Legacy Products? ABB has You Covered. ABB now supports a powerful portfolio of trusted brands acquired through GE Industrial Solutions, including Unelec, Odink & Koenderink, Apena, Agut, AEG, GEC Alsthom, and Vynckier. Connect with ABB Electrification Service to modernize and extend the life of your GE heritage assets. In… Read More…
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Canadian Solar Launches TOPCon 3.0 High-Power-Density Module, Delivering up to 670 Wp, 24.8% Efficiency and Lower LCOE for Utility-Scale and C&I Solar Projects
July 8, 2026 Canadian Solar Inc. has announced the launch of its new TOPCon 3.0 high-power-density photovoltaic module, tailored for utility-scale power plants as well as commercial and industrial (C&I) PV systems. With a power output of up to 670 Wp and a conversion efficiency of up to 24.8%, the new product is scheduled for global mass shipment… Read More…
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K-LINE INSULATORS Distribution Line Post Silicone Insulators
July 8, 2026 Insulator contamination is a common problem on overhead lines. The fundamental element for interruptions with contaminated insulators is moisture. Wet atmospheric conditions result in water filming on surfaces and causing leakage currents to develop. On wood structures, leakage currents can cause pole fires. On steel structures, leakage currents can develop into faults.… Read More…
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Hubbell Canada Delivers Complete ADSS Aerial Fiber Hardware System to Accelerate Broadband Deployment on Utility Poles
July 8, 2026 Chance® ADSS Support Hardware and Opti-Loop™ Slack Storage Systems Reduce Installation Costs While Maintaining System Integrity in Heavy Ice and Wind Loading Environments Hubbell Canada is offering a comprehensive line of ADSS (All-Dielectric Self-Supporting) aerial fiber support hardware and Opti-Loop™ slack storage systems designed to reduce the time and cost of broadband… Read More…


