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Member News
 BCEA would like to welcome our newest member company, CCA Electrical & Technical Services Co.! Established in 2007, Complete Control Automation has vast experience encompassing Controls Design, Electrical Installations, Control Panel Fabrication, and on-site services. Their experience in controls and automation has allowed them to work with clients across the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional space. They pride themselves on working on small to large-scale intricate projects that require the highest level of quality and skill. Their detailed approach allows them to deliver on any project, regardless of the size, timeline or location while maintaining the highest level of safety standards. With offices in Pickering, Ontario, and Surrey, British Columbia, their dedicated team—comprising Electricians, Controls Engineers, Estimators, Project Managers, HS&E Managers, and Electrical Technicians—delivers comprehensive electrical solutions, all designed with precision, innovation, and reliability in mind. They offer 24/7 electrical and technical services and operate multiple service vehicles across the country. In addition, their in-house, cUL-certified panel shop enables them to design, manufacture, certify, and ship custom electrical panels and equipment, ensuring top-quality solutions. SPEC Repair Cafe Vancouver - Volunteers Needed
SPEC (the Society Promoting Environmental Conservation) is an environmental charity that has inspired practical solutions for sustainability all over Canada, since their founding in 1969. Their Repair Cafe brings together local repair volunteers with a knack for repairing who are willing to lend their knowledge and show participants how to carry out repairs. By promoting repair over disposal, Repair Cafes contribute to waste reduction and resource conservation, aligning with the principles of a circular economy. They are seeking repair volunteers in the following areas: Clothing/Textiles (sewers) Computers & Tech support Electronics Small Appliances The next 5 repair cafes all run from 9:30 to 1:30 and SPEC provides lunch to all the volunteers. Feb 15 - Hastings Community Centre Mar 23 - Trout Lake Community Centre Apr 12 - Dunbar Community Centre Apr 26 - Strathcona Community Centre May 17 - Killarney Community Centre Join SPEC in making a positive impact by keeping items out of the landfill and building a more sustainable community! For more information on how to volunteer, click the link below, or email repaircafe@spec.bc.ca
Events
 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 event coming up: Mac’s Mixer: Human-Centric Wellness
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: (now teaching 2024 Canadian Electrical Code) Member Benefits
Mark Your Calendars
In the Media
The Drive Towards Energy-Efficient Data Centres
Data centres use a lot of electricity, accounting for 1 to 1.3% of global electricity consumption. With data centre growth expected to increase exponentially in coming years, what can be done to make them more sustainable? Source: Electrical Industry News Week BC Hydro to buy electricity from Taylor Wind in British Columbia
BC Hydro has entered into an electricity purchase agreement with the Taylor Wind clean energy project, a collaborative venture between Saulteau First Nations and EDF Renewables. Source: EnergyMonitor.ai
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Health and Wellness Webinar
