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 Member News
Trade Shows Converge To Bring Plumbing, Electrical, Renewable Energy and Mechanical Industries together in Western Canada
On Feb. 1, 2024 the British Columbia Electrical Association (BCEA), Alberta Electrical Alliance (AEA), and the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) announced agreements between the associations to produce joint CIPHEX West and Electrical Learning Expo trade shows in Vancouver in 2025 and Calgary in 2027. This is in addition to the current plans for BCEA's Island trade shows in April 2024 and the lower mainland in fall 2024. Read the full press release here. 100 Year Anniversary – Call for Stories
BCEA turns 100 this 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 Electrical Code Consultation Is Now Open
BC is looking to adopt the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code into regulation. Technical Safety BC is gathering feedback from the electrical industry to better understand the impact of these code changes. Participate in the consultation by clicking the link below.
LabTest Certification announces NRTL scope expansion
Member company LabTest Certification Inc. is pleased toannounce a scope expansion as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). For more information, read the full press release at the link below.
Events
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.
Current sponsors include Aerotek, Bartle and Gibson, Cascadia Sales, Eaton Electrical, EECOL, Guillevin, ICBA Benefits, IPEX, National Cable Supply, Ouellet, and Wesco. For more info on sponsorship opportunities, visit the link below. Decarbonization Webinar with EFC
Join Carol McGlogan, President and CEO of Electro-Federation Canada, for a presentation on Decarbonizing Canada via Electrification on March 13 at 12:00 p.m. EFC commissioned a white paper by the Pembina Group to examine the opportunities and challenges related to achieving GHG (greenhouse gas) reduction targets. Electrification is at the center of this transformation and Carol McGlogan will reflect on the research completed by Pembina and the resulting EFC policy recommendations to Canadian government stakeholders. This presentation will be delivered virtually via zoom. Tickets are $20+GST each.
Island Trade Shows – Victoria and Nanaimo
The BC Electrical Association in conjunction with the Victoria distributors and manufacturers committee on the Island will be holding two Island shows this April: • Tuesday, April 16 at the Nanaimo Vancouver Island Convention Centre • Thursday, April 18 at the Westin Bear Mountain Resort & Spa The Island shows have been very popular the last few years, and we are happy to extend them to the Nanaimo area. During our member forums, manufacturers and manufacturer agents felt it was time to bring Island shows back. An opening seminar is being organized to ensure a good kick off to the show. This show will also double as a career fair for the local community. Don't miss your opportunity to meet future employees. Details and table registrations can be found on our website. Confirmed Exhibitors: Code Electric, CSC LED, Eaton, EB Horsman & Son, ECA BC, IPEX, Ken Watt & Associates, Lotus LED, K.M. Roberts & Associates, Nedco, RVE, Southwire Canada, Standard Products, Stelpro, Techspan, and Wesco.
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
Trades groups unite in Western Canada for CIPHEX + Electrical Learning Expo West
BCEA, AEA, and CIPH partner to present joint tradeshows in Vancouver and Calgary, promising a comprehensive display of innovations across multiple sectors. (Source: Electrical Business)
B.C.’s Energy Systems Work Together To Meet Demand During Cold Snap
Cold snaps bring increased energy demand from customers, emphasizing the importance of gas system infrastructure for meeting peak energy needs. (Source: Fortis BC)
Electrician Job Vacancies & Assessing Labour Shortages in the Electrical Trade
A report from Statistics Canada highlights the ongoing shortage of electricians, with data revealing trends in job vacancies, apprenticeship numbers, and wage averages.
(Source: Electrical Industry News Week)
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