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 Member News
Message From the Chair – Sumeet Sodhi
Happy 2024! As we start the new year off and recalibrate our professional and personal goals, it is always a great time to reflect on the past year of success we have had. BCEA continues to be an integral part of the Electrical Distribution and Manufacturing industry in British Columbia. 2023 saw many challenges as we grew out of the pandemic mindset and back into a “shaking hands” vs. “elbow bumping” society. We had many successful events including our regional golf tournaments, AMP events, Women’s Network events, fundraisers and our annual Holiday Luncheon. Each one of these events gives the members of BCEA an opportunity to connect with likeminded individuals and organizations to share education and industry updates. The opportunity to chair for the BCEA has been exciting, challenging and educating. My goals for the 2024 term will continue to focus on how we provide value as an organization to our members. Our members and people are our strongest assets. We all have knowledge to give and to gain. To continue building this asset with the BCEA and electrical industry, we need the input of many individuals with all levels of experience and different roles. I challenge our members to bring in new individuals and groups to BCEA events so they can learn and build the industry for future leaders. I also have the pleasure to be the chair of the BCEA as we celebrate our 100-year anniversary. One hundred years of achievement, excellence and community. I look forward to celebrating with you all at our 100-year gala. Let's build and work through a challenging, exciting, and overall rewarding 2024!
Member company Mac’s II Agencies proudly welcomes three new partners, Chris Brams, Andrew Wallace, and Derek Coueffin, to their esteemed partnership. This pivotal step marks a significant milestone in the company’s 44-year history and signifies a strategic move toward continued growth and innovation. Kyle Embley, Principal at Mac's II Agencies, expressed excitement about this development: “Wes Oliver and I are thrilled to welcome Chris, Andrew and Derek into the Mac’s II Agencies Partnership. These exceptional individuals will bring a wealth of expertise and fresh perspectives to the table as we continue to evolve and expand. This new partnership is set to usher in a new era of success.” Read the full press release at the link below. 100 Year Anniversary – Call for Stories
BCEA turns 100 next year! Help us celebrate by sharing a short video or letter of your favourite BCEA memories, stories, or photos that we will compile to immortalize 100 years of BCEA. Please send all content to beth@bcea.bc.ca Amplify Your Presence in the BCEA Annual Membership Directory – In Partnership with Naylor Association Solutions!
Take your business to new heights through a unique partnership with Naylor Association Solutions, the dedicated publisher working with BCEA to produce the Annual Membership Directory. This collaboration ensures that your advertising space in the directory becomes a powerful tool to showcase your products and services to a targeted audience within the electrical community. To learn more about advertising opportunities and book your space, please contact Angela McDougall at amcdougall@naylor.com or visit our media guide via the link below.
Events
Kickstart your Health and Fitness Goals Part II
Registration is now open for the Jan. 23 at 12:00 p.m. health and wellness webinar, led by Marlo van den Brink from Aerotek. This will be similar to last year's webinar with a round table discussion on all things health and fitness and how it can affect your mental health. There is no cost to attend this webinar, but we ask that you register so we can send you the zoom link.
Roaring 20s Gala – Feb. 23, 2024
Join us on Feb. 23 at 6:00 p.m. to celebrate 100 years of BCEA in your best 1920s formal style! We will have trivia, a 360 Photobooth, and dueling pianos! We want to focus not only on what BCEA has done in the past 100 years, but also where we're going in the future. Whether you're new to the association or you've been with us for a while, this will be a great event to catch up with peers and toast the success of our association. Ticket price ($250+GST/ea) includes a welcome cocktail, dinner, and entertainment. You can also book hotel rooms at the Delta Hotel at a discounted rate from now until Jan. 23.
Current sponsors include Cascadia Sales, National Cable Supply, Eaton Electrical, and ICBA Benefits. For more info on sponsorship opportunities, visit the link below.
Education
Basic Electricity Course – Online
Registration for our online Basic Electricity Course is now live. This course is a great primer for anyone new to the industry or who wants a refresher on the more basic aspects of the supply chain industry. The cost is $299+GST for members and $399+GST for non-members. Upon registration you can complete the course at your own pace.
BCIT Training Courses
Member company BCIT offers many electrical training courses to keep your credentials up to date. Explore the following options:
Member Benefits
Mark Your Calendars
In the Media
Record Number of Apprentices Participated in Skilled Trades in B.C. Last Year
SkilledTradesBC recently released an annual report showing a record number of apprentices, youth, Indigenous people and women who were part of the skilled trades in the 2022/2023 fiscal year. (Source: Electrical Industry News Week)
Canada Energy Regulator to Hold Hearing Friday on Trans Mountain Pipeline Request
On Friday, the Canada Energy Regulator (CER) will discuss Trans Mountain Corp’s latest request for a change in construction on its oil pipeline. (Source: Energy Now)
Punctual Payments Prevail: Federal Legislation Will Help Ensure Construction Sector Gets What It's Owed on Time
“We reached a major milestone in ensuring that subcontractors who work on federal government contracts get paid on time,” said Hon. Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement.
(Source: Electrical Business)
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