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Energy and Electricity Workforce Alliance Launches to Solidify Canada’s Energy Superpower Status
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), the Energy Council of Canada and the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) has announced the launch of the Energy and Electricity Workforce Alliance…
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Champion Duct® Solves Renewables Project Challenges

For over 35 years, electrical engineers and contractors have trusted Champion Fiberglass® conduit on thousands of solar, wind, and 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.
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Hubbell Canada Expands Underground Enclosure Portfolio for Broadband and Utility Infrastructure

Hubbell Canada has expanded its line of underground enclosures for broadband, telecommunications, and utility infrastructure applications, offering contractors and network operators three distinct product families engineered for demanding below-grade environments.
The Quazite® Polymer Concrete enclosure system combines select-grade aggregates with polymer resin in a fiberglass-reinforced composite that delivers high compressive strength without electrical conductivity — eliminating the need for grounding hardware in most installations.
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Transmission. Distribution. Substation. One Partner.

Rexel Utility is the premier distributor of medium- and high-voltage products in the Canadian utility market. A division of Rexel Canada Electrical Inc., we are the distributor of choice for investor-owned utilities, public power municipalities, rural electrification associations, and contractors seeking solutions for transmission, distribution, and substation. We supply complete material packages, transmission and distribution line material, and custom utility assemblies. With distribution centres in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario and regional teams across Canada, one partner covers the whole build.
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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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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.
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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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EV Charger Cables Thefts Appear to be on the Rise in Concerning Copper Theft Trend
August 31, 2026 CBC recently reported concern from BC Hydro and Hydro Quebec that copper thefts at EV charging stations are on the rise, as the price of copper is strong. However, there is limited value in the amount of copper that can be extracted from EV charging cables, and the replacements costs are climbing… Read More…
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Saint John Energy says Modernizing Legislation would Protect Affordability, Unlock New Opportunity
August 12, 2026 Annual Community Meeting highlights how a model already used in Oakville, Ont., could let Saint John Energy grow while keeping rates low Saint John Energy says modernizing the century-old provincial legislation that governs the utility would help protect affordability for customers and create new opportunities for the community, pointing to a model… Read More…
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How Noramco Helped Restore Emergency Power to a Major Ontario Hospital in Under 24 Hours
August 12, 2026 Noramco provided immediate after-hours support by sourcing and preparing 750 MCM RW90 copper wire within hours, enabling Spark Power to implement a temporary power solution and restore critical hospital operations in under 24 hours. Quick Facts What Caused the Hospital Power Failure? In the early hours of a Saturday morning, a major… Read More…
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Underground Transmission Considerations for Powering Modern Data Centers
August 12, 2026 New computing facilities are posing unprecedented electricity demand. While underground cable systems offer distinct spatial and aesthetic benefits over traditional overhead lines, continuous heavy loads require specialized thermal and operational planning. Utilities should evaluate connection configuration options and system ampacity factors to optimize reliable power delivery for these critical assets. The rapid… 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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GridSmartCity Advances Grid Modernization with New Corporate Partners: CES Transformers & Landis+Gyr
September 8, 2026 GridSmartCity is pleased to announce CES Transformers and Landis+Gyr as its newest corporate partners, effective September 1, 2026. Ontario’s electricity sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by electrification, digital technologies, and growing customer expectations. To support this evolution, utilities require both modern grid infrastructure and intelligent technologies that improve visibility, reliability, and operational performance. By welcoming… Read More…
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SaskPower, IBEW reach New CBA
September 8, 2026 SaskPower and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2067 announced in July that they have reached a new collective bargaining agreement. “We are incredibly grateful for the work of IBEW Local 2067 members who ensure that Saskatchewan residents have access to reliable and affordable power every day of the year,”… Read More…
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Nuclea Energy to Acquire Moltex Advanced Nuclear Technology Platform
September 8, 2026 Moltex Energy today announced that Nuclea Energy Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Moltex’s advanced nuclear technology portfolio, following a competitive bidding process that attracted significant interest in the company and its technologies. The transaction represents an important next step for a technology platform developed over more than a… Read More…
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Manitoba Hydro Appoints New Interim President and CEO
September 8, 2026 Manitoba Hydro announced today that Allan Danroth has left the utility for personal reasons after two years as the corporation’s President and CEO. Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board Chair Jamie Wilson said that Hal Turner, the utility’s current Chief Operating Officer, will act as interim President and CEO effective immediately. Turner joined Manitoba Hydro… Read More…
K-LINE INSULATORS Distribution Line Post Silicone Insulators

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.
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Quazite®, PenCell® and Armorcast® Above Grade Enclosures Offer Versatility for FTTx Active Equipment and CATV Deployments
September 8, 2026 Hubbell Canada Pedestal Line Supports Customized Above-Ground Network Termination Points Hubbell Canada’s PenCell® above grade enclosure and pedestal line provides network operators and OSP contractors with a flexible, domestically manufactured solution for housing active and passive fiber and coaxial equipment at above-ground network termination points. The High Impact LDPE Pedestal series ranges… Read More…
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WAGO Makes Renewable Energy Easier to Connect to the Electrical Grid
September 8, 2026 WAGO’s New Distributed Energy Resources controller adds IEEE 2030.5 (CSIP) support to its Energy Solutions Platform. As utilities connect more renewable energy systems and distributed energy resources, ensuring a balance between energy generation and consumption, enabling equipment from different manufacturers to communicate reliably has become one of the grid’s biggest modernisation challenges. … Read More…
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DCM2 Series: The High-Power DC Energy Meters for Battery Storage Systems, Megawatt Charging, Microgrids and DC Distribution Systems from Carlo Gavazzi
September 8, 2026 DCM2 Series Carlo Gavazzi Automation is proud to announce the launch of the DCM2, its direct-connection energy meters for DC systems. The DCM2 significantly expands Carlo Gavazzi’s DC metering portfolio range by introducing a solution capable of supporting systems up to 1,500 Volts DC and 1,500 Amps DC, and applications reaching up to 2.25 MW. The DCM2 is ideally… Read More…
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Opti-Loop™ Fiber Optic Storage System Marks One Million Units in Service
August 26, 2026 Hubbell Canada’s Aerial Slack Storage Line Addresses FTTx Drop Management Challenges Hubbell Canada’s Opti-Loop™ Fiber Optic Storage (FOS) system has surpassed one million units in service, reflecting widespread adoption across North American aerial fiber networks. The product family, available in aluminum and plastic variants for strand, messenger, and ADSS-mounted applications provide structured… Read More…


