August 12, 2026 Fibre expansion on Cortes Island is gaining momentum once again. Today, 205 households are connected to CityWest’s fibre network, with 1,024 homes eligible for service as construction continues across the island. Over the coming months, residents can expect to see crews working in additional neighbourhoods as CityWest advances its commitment to bringing…
August 12, 2026 Utility wins Esri SAG Award for GIS-based dam safety system that improves risk insight, decisions and community safety in British Columbia Esri Canada congratulates BC Hydro for receiving the prestigious Esri Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award for its Dam Safety Information System (DSIS). BC Hydro was selected from thousands of Esri customer organizations…
August 12, 2026 Atlantic Canadian utility recognized for using geographic information systems to support grid resilience, operational continuity and modernization Esri Canada congratulates Nova Scotia Power on receiving the Esri Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award for its innovative use of geographic information system (GIS) technology to support grid resilience, operational continuity and digital transformation. Presented annually…
August 12, 2026 August 9: BC Hydro crews achieved a major milestone yesterday, restoring power to approximately 2,700 customers affected by the Bradley Creek wildfire following extensive repairs to infrastructure damaged by wildfire and the windstorm that swept through the area last weekend. Power was restored in phases throughout the afternoon and evening as crews…
August 10, 2026 Bruce Telecom is celebrating a major milestone in 2026, marking 115 years of serving and connecting local communities across Bruce County and surrounding areas. What began as a small, community-driven communications service in the early 1900s has grown into a modern telecommunications provider delivering fibre internet, phone, and technology solutions to thousands…
July 23, 2026 Maritime provinces are at a pivotal moment in their energy transition, with each province committed to ensuring reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity systems for its citizens. The provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore whether greater regional co-operation could improve affordability,…
July 22, 2026 Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Spencer J. Cox, Governor of Utah, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost trade in key sectors including critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, energy and nuclear technology, life sciences, forestry and information and communications technology. The agreement will increase cooperation and collaboration between the two jurisdictions, helping…
July 22, 2026 Multi-billion-dollar deal funds transportation, clean energy, commits to strengthening child care, workforce training, while protecting B.C.’s north coast tanker ban Premier David Eby has secured a multi-billion-dollar agreement with Prime Minister Mark Carney that sets British Columbia on a generational path to prosperity, unlocking jobs for workers, support for vital public services…
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 EDA’s one-day symposium with strategies you can put into action the next day….
July 22, 2026 “At Northern Transformer, continuous learning and technical excellence are key elements of how we support our clients and contribute to a reliable energy infrastructure,” the company said in a LinkedIn post. “Last week, our technical team participated in an in-depth training session on the EVOLUTION Monitoring System for power transformers, which is based…
July 22, 2026 “Midlite is grateful for the opportunity to participate in NETCO’s National Powerline Technician Drone Training,” the company said in a LinkedIn post. “Being part of this innovative step in our industry highlights the importance of embracing new technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and skill development.” “We’re excited about the opportunities ahead and…
July 22, 2026 New sentencing provisions recognize serious public safety consequences of crimes targeting electrical infrastructure. The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) welcomes the federal government’s implementation of provisions within the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act (Bill C-14) that strengthen consequences for crimes that damage or interfere with essential infrastructure, including copper theft. Copper theft is a growing challenge…
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…
Hammond Power Solutions (HPS) is celebrating its 25th anniversary as an independent public company…
July 8, 2026 Bell Canada and the Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on quantum technologies, post‑quantum cybersecurity, and sustainable data centre infrastructure. The agreement reflects a shared objective to advance next-generation computing capabilities in Canada by connecting Bell’s national network and infrastructure expertise with…
July 8, 2026 The CNSOER (Canada Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator) announced prequalified companies for its upcoming offshore wind call for bids. Prequalification was open from October 16, 2025, to January 13, 2026. The CNSOER has completed the review of all prequalification applications received, and all applicants were notified about the outcome of their prequalification…