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EB Horsman & Son Press Release
Member Company EB Horsman & Son is excited to announce the following promotions in their team: James O'Kane - New Interior BC District Manager Chris Crockart and Kyle Irving - New Distribution Centre Managers There will also be a new EB Horsman & Son distribution centre in Edmonton. Read more at the link below.
Events
International Women's Day – Happy Hour
Join the BCEA Women's Network tomorrow, March 8 at Sammy J's in Maple Ridge for happy hour (3:00 to 5:00 p.m.) to celebrate International Women's Day with some drinks, appetizers, and chats. There is no cost to attend beyond whatever you want to spend at the restaurant for drinks and food. Please register so we can know how many people will be attending.
Decarbonization Webinar with EFC
Next week, 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.
AMP "Beer" Pong Tournament
On Friday, March 22, join the AMP Network for its famous Beer Pong Tournament! Friendly reminder that this is not your traditional game—we put water in the cups. We encourage everyone to know your limits and to ensure you have a safe drive to and from the event. Compete in teams of two to win this round robin style tournament. There is also a team costume contest and best team name prize! Tickets are $25+GST each or $50 for a team of two. Registration opens at 5:30 p.m., and the games will begin at 6:30 p.m.
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. There will be an opening seminar with Joel Feenstra on the topic of the new changes to the 2024 electrical code. 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. There are only two booths left at our Nanaimo show and 10 booths left at our Victoria show!
2024 Golf Tournament Registrations Now Open
BCEA's golf tournaments are back this summer! This year there will be a reverse draw for $1000 at the Victoria and Kelowna tournaments, and a chance to win a $1500 travel voucher at the Morgan Creek tournament! Your ticket cost includes a lunch voucher, golf cart, golf fee, and an awards dinner. Sponsorships are available for all three tournaments. Find out more information at the links above. ![]()
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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
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In the Media
Electricity, Gas Bills Could Rise Given Proposed Tax Change. Why?
Proposed tax changes could increase income taxes for private utilities, potentially leading to consumer rate hikes, Electricity Canada warns. (Source: Global News)
The 2024 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I Is Now Available
CSA Group has released the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code-Part I, featuring new updates to renewable energy and electric vehicles. (Source: Electrical Business)
North Vancouver's New-School Approach Tackles Carbon Emissions
The North Vancouver School District employs hybrid heating systems to reduce carbon emissions in new school buildings, setting an example for sustainability. (Source: BC Hydro)
Drought Withered B.C. Hydro's Revenues by $1 Billion by End of Its Third Quarter
Despite strained financial results at B.C. Hydro, Energy Minister Josie Osborne pushes forward with a $370-million affordability credit to ease financial burdens for residents. (Source: The Province)
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