June 23, 2026 Schneider Electric and Torngat Metals today announced the signature of a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to explore a strategic industrial partnership to support the development of a resilient and responsible rare earth value chain. The partnership is anchored in the development of the Strange Lake rare earth project in Nunavik, with…
June 23, 2026 Rob Lister, OEC’s President and CEO was honoured by Electricity Canada with the 2026 Faces of the Industry award, as a leader who exemplifies the sector at its best. Rob was highlighted for his decades of leadership and his commitment to advancing customer experience, grid modernization, and safety in the electricity sector….
June 23, 2026 CES Transformers is pleased to announce the appointment of Eduardo Alvarado as Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Canada. Eduardo joins CES with more than 20 years of leadership experience in companies such as Hitachi, ABB, Siemens and others where he focused on across sales growth, account management, business development, sales operations,…
Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), in partnership with the Government of Alberta, is launching a new labour market intelligence initiative to assess Alberta’s readiness…
June 10, 2026 Canada’s electricity sector is powered by talented people with a wide range of skills. Electricity Canada’s “Faces of the Industry” award recognizes those who exemplify the sector at its best. From a CEO who transformed a municipal utility into a national energy and infrastructure brand, to an engineer who developed an innovative solution to…
June 10, 2026 Englobe announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Pluritec, a leading Québec-based multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm headquartered in Trois-Rivières. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions. This agreement aligns with Englobe’s growth strategy and strengthens its ability to support clients, at a time where infrastructure projects in Québec are becoming…
June 10, 2026 Hydro One welcomes Megan Telford as the company’s President and CEO and newest member of its Board of Directors. Ms. Telford steps into the role following the retirement of David Lebeter, also effective June 9, 2026. Ms. Telford was one of the 10 nominees listed in the company’s management information circular dated…
May 26, 2026 Polar Racking has announced the launch of its Solar Asset Management Division, a dedicated operations and maintenance (O&M) practice designed to protect solar asset performance, reduce unplanned downtime, and extend system life across utility-scale and commercial projects. The division provides field-based and remote support across North America and the Caribbean, including projects…
May 26, 2026 Rexel Energy Solutions is pleased to announce the arrival of Miguel S. as their new National Business Development Manager, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Starting May 15, Miguel will lead their national growth strategy in commercial and industrial energy storage.
May 20, 2026 Preformed Line Products Company has announced the acquisition of Delta Star Conetores Eletricos Ltda., a Brazil-based manufacturer specializing in high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) substation connectors. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Salto, Brazil, Delta Star manufactures high-quality substation connectors designed to support reliable, long-term grid performance. The company has built a…
May 19, 2026 Tagline High Voltage, an Eastern Ontario-based utility contractor, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Uens Poleline Maintenance & Construction, a long-established provider of powerline services across the Ottawa Valley and Eastern Ontario. The acquisition represents a strategic expansion for Tagline, enhancing its operational capacity and…
May 19, 2026 The Manitoba Hydro Hydro-Electric Board (MHEB) is pleased to announce the appointment of members to the Manitoba Hydro Indigenous Advisory Circle (IAC), to support and enhance the utility’s ongoing efforts in advancing Indigenous reconciliation. The IAC will provide knowledge, advice, and perspectives directly to the Manitoba Hydro-Electric Board (MHEB) on Indigenous reconciliation,…
May 19, 2026 Helix Advanced Communications & Infrastructure, Inc., operating as Westcan Advanced Communications Solutions, announced that it will be offering Ericsson Enterprise Wireless WAN solutions/ Ericsson Enterprise 5G including private 5G and enterprise coverage across Western Canada, NWT, Nunavut and the Yukon. As a member of Ericsson’s Solutions Partner Program Westcan ACS can accelerate the…
May 13, 2026 SaskEnergy’s Safe Digging Excellence Award celebrates organizations committed to safe digging and community safety. Westcor Contracting has received SaskEnergy’s Safe Digging Excellence Award for its long-standing commitment to protecting people and underground infrastructure. Based in Weyburn, Westcor Contracting is a powerline construction company that serves southern Saskatchewan. “People could be without some…
May 12, 2026 SaskPower has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bruce Power to access the Ontario-based company’s expertise in nuclear generation, project development, and long-term operations as Saskatchewan evaluates large nuclear technologies. The Government of Saskatchewan’s Energy Security Strategy sets out a pathway to nuclear power generation from both SMRs and large nuclear reactors,…
Specialized Power Solutions (SPS) announces the strategic appointment of Jonathan Udy to its sales team. This hire reinforces SPS’s commitment to technical excellence and market leadership across the industrial, commercial, and residential power sectors. Jonathan Udy brings extensive experience in power distribution, characterized by a deep technical understanding of complex electrical systems and a proven…