BCEA Power Up
January 23, 2025
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Events
Health and Wellness Webinar - February 13
Join Marlo van den Brink as she leads a health and wellness webinar with our Women's Network on February 13th at 11am. This will be similar in format to past year's webinars, with a presentation by Marlo followed by roundtable discussion and questions on the topics of eating healthy, exercise, and mental health. 

There is no cost to attend but we ask that you register at the link below so we can send you the Zoom link.
 
Mac's II Agencies Events

Member Company Mac's II Agencies has the following events coming up:

 

Northern Lights Fest: Presented by Mac’s II Agencies
Date: Jan 29, 2025

Register FREE today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/macsiiagencies/1487863

Experience the Future of Lighting & EV Charging in Northern BC! Start 2025 charged up with the latest technologies while networking with the brightest minds in lighting and EV innovation – all right here in the hub of the North. Plus, enter to win an exciting door prize – tickets to see Bachman-Turner Overdrive live at the CN Centre!

 

 

Mac’s Mixer: Human-Centric Wellness
Date: Feb 7, 2025


Register FREE today: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/macsiiagencies/1339643


Enhance Human Experience, Performance, and Wellbeing with Cutting-Edge Lighting Electrical Solutions. Explore how the latest wellness-driven lighting and electrical solutions are elevating educational and municipal spaces with 2 CEU Courses! After the mixer, join us for an unforgettable hockey night at the Langley Events Centre as the Vancouver Giants take on the Portland Winterhawks!

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:
 
TELC-0208, FSR Electrical Code Continuing Education, various training options available 

(now teaching 2024 Canadian Electrical Code)

TELC-0107 Electrical Code-50 Hour 
TELC-0144 Low Energy Electrical Worker 
TELC-0161 High Voltage

Member Benefits
Group Health Plans
BCEA is partnered with ICBA to launch our own group benefit plans to give our members competitive rates and top-notch service in offering group health, dental, retirement, and other benefits. These benefits are great for your workers, their families, and your bottom line.
 
Need a plan? BCEA Benefits can help you find a cost-effective option. Already have a plan? We can review the performance of your current benefit plan to find opportunities for improvement and cost savings. Visit our benefits home page for more information.
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In the Media
BC Energy Regulator to accelerate completion of North Coast Transmission Line
British Columbia aims to accelerate the expansion of its grid by allowing the BC Energy Regulator (BCER) to act as a “one-window” regulator for the permits necessary to support the North Coast Transmission Line (NCTL), as well as other high-voltage electricity transmission projects.

Source: Electrical Business Magazine
Canadian construction trends and opportunities to watch in 2025
Look ahead at the trends affecting the industry in 2025.

Source: Electrical Business Magazine

 
EV owners in B.C. say not enough public charging stations available
 

A recent survey by the Canadian Automobile Association reveals that electric vehicle owners say there are not enough public charging stations available in B.C.

Source: CBC.ca
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