- Jul 19, 2022
EHRC (Electricity Human Resources Canada) is launching a nation-wide initiative to accelerate the Canadian labour market integration of highly skilled newcomers to Canada. The project titled Welcoming Highly Skilled Newcomers into the Electricity Sector, will provide ongoing support through language, workplace, and professional skills training, and then offer subsidized work placement opportunities in the sector. It is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) through the Foreign Credential Recognition Program.
The goal is to increase awareness of career opportunities in the electricity sector while simultaneously supporting employers to attract, recruit and retain these skilled employees. “It’s a win-win,” says Michelle Branigan, CEO of EHRC. “These newcomers bring excellent skills to Canada and are looking for employment. Meanwhile the electricity sector is facing a critical labour shortage and offers a wide variety of opportunities for stable and meaningful work.”
“Canada’s workforce needs more skilled workers in the electricity industry, as we chart a path to net-zero. When newcomers with expertise and skills arrive in our country, we want more of them to enter skilled occupations in this sector and to understand the exciting, well-paying opportunities that they present.” Commented Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough. “Through EHRC’s program, newcomers can seize these opportunities quickly, and with the benefit of job readiness.”
According to Statistics Canada census data, 74.9% of Canada’s population growth in 2020/21 was driven by immigration. The electricity sector at last count was facing a retirement rate of 1.5x the national average. New entrants to the electricity workforce are needed today to meet workforce replacement needs and growth requirements as the sector expands to meet long-term carbon emission reduction targets. Once delivered, the Welcoming Highly Skilled Newcomers program will see skilled professionals enter the sector through paid work placements.
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Faces of the Industry Award Winners (L-R): Keyra Hawley – ATCO; Rick Putman – Hydro One; Lara Ludwig – SaskPower; Kim Griffin – Maritime Electric; Gary Smith – Fortis Inc.; Barmak Khosravi – Hydro-Québec.
Keeping Current
SURGEPURE CORPORATION, a manufacturer of non-degrading hi-energy surge protection devices, announces a strategic partnership with Focus Electrical Sales.
Based in the Maritimes, Focus Electrical Sales represents leading edge lighting and electrical manufacturers in North America. Focus adds extensive local application and technical support with offices in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland, and is celebrating 30 years in business in 2024. Their team has decades of experience and uses this knowledge to provide solutions to engineers as well as end-users.
SurgePure has been providing industrial surge protection in North America since 1974. The collaboration between SurgePure and Focus will accelerate business growth while helping clients make informed decisions.
LITELINE CORPORATION National Sales Manager – Canada, Mike Smith, announces the appointment of Next Sales and Marketing as its representative for Atlantic Canada, effective April 27, 2024.
Next Sales and Marketing caters to a wide range of market segments including distributors, contractors, specifiers, and end users. With a primary focus on delivering superior customer service and technical support, Next Sales and Marketing aligns perfectly with Liteline's values and vision.
For more information, contact Mike at msmith@liteline.com
MUNDEN ENTERPRISES announces its forthcoming celebration of a significant milestone – its 20th anniversary at MEET Show 2024.
Founded in May of 2004 by Tony Munden, the company's inception marked a strategic move by Tony to leverage his vast expertise and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the electrical industry upon his return to Nova Scotia from Ontario. Tony, a seasoned professional, held high-level executive positions within electrical distribution and manufacturing, where he garnered invaluable insights and leadership experience. His exceptional contributions to the industry were recognized when he was honored as the 2020 CEMRA Person of the Year.
With General Cable (Prysmian) as its inaugural vendor, Munden Enterprises embarked on a journey of strategic growth and market leadership.
ETIM NORTH AMERICA announced that CMP Products Limited, global specialists in the manufacture of cable glands and cable cleats, joined the North American chapter of the global product classification standards organization.
With office and distribution networks spread across 6 continents including Europe, the Americas, Australia, Asia, and Africa, in more than 8 industries, CMP is setting standards through continuous improvement and innovation that ensures their products lead the way in safety and performance. Through this, their products raise the bar in terms of setting standards; influencing where they can do so; and creating products that are often designed to outperform national standards.
MUNDEN ENTERPRISES President, Tony Munden, announces that it has partnered with Dura-Line to represent their high-density polyethylene (HDPE) electrical and data focused conduit and duct products in Atlantic Canada.
The countdown begins for E.B. Horsman's New Distribution Centre opening on May 6th!
This expansion marks an exciting chapter in E.B. Horsman’s journey across Western Canada. As the company continues to scale its operations, the opening of the New Distribution Centre in Northwest Edmonton will enhance efficiency, improve service delivery, and meet the needs of E.B. Horsman's valued customers in the surrounding area.
Adam Dries, District Manager of Alberta says, “Our expansion will help shape our success in Alberta. The positive impact our new Distribution Centre will bring to our company and customers is exciting, and we look forward to seeing you soon.”
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Rittal introduces the latest generation of fan-and-filter units, enhancing operational security for enclosures. The new Blue e+ units feature an emergency cooling function and innovative smart climate control features.
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