BCEA Power Up
February 27, 2025
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Member News
BCEA is excited to partner with CIPH to offer direct access to stakeholders, professionals, partners and prospective partners at a new combined networking and business event, CIPHEX West. Exhibitor booth sales are now available to BCEA members. Sign up now at the link below as space will fill up quickly!
 
Events
Join our women's network at a webinar hosted by Jessica Coulthard, where she will discuss tools for communicating effectively in the workplace. This webinar is free to attend but we ask that you register so we can send you the zoom link and an assessment to fill out prior to the webinar. 
 
 
Join our AMP committee for their annual AMP Pong Tournament at the Lougheed Village Pub on Friday March 21st at 6pm.

Compete in teams of two to win this friendly tournament. There is also a team costume and team name contest so dress to win! Tickets are $25/ea and you can sign up as a team or alone and we will pair you up.
 
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

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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
B.C. has more than enough power for EVs and heat pumps, report finds
Due to the new Site C dam and wind power projects expected to be built in the coming years, B.C. will have ample electricity to power electric vehicles and heat pumps in the early 2030s, says Clean Energy Canada.

Source: BIV.com
TSBC Information Bulletin: Regulatory Audits
This information bulletin explains regulatory audits as an inspection practice at Technical Safety BC, including who can be audited, the audit process, and the potential consequences of non-complianc legislative requirements.

Source: Technical Safety BC
Canada’s wind, solar, and energy storage capacity grows 46% in five years, reports CanREA
Canada’s wind, solar, and energy storage sectors have grown by 46% in the last five years, says the Canadian Renewable Energy Association, with an installed capacity of more than 24 GW at the end of 2024.

Source: Electrical Business
Canada Infrastructure Bank announces $194 million partnership with JOLT
The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and JOLT have announced a $194 million loan agreement to enable the expansion of JOLT’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network across Canada. The CIB investment will facilitate the installation of up to 1,500 new curbside EV chargers in urban centres, ensuring Canadians have access to convenient charging options.

Source: CIB
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