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Franklin Empire Inc. Announces Acquisition of O’Neil Electric Supply, Strengthening its Presence in Ontario and Eastern Canada
Franklin Empire Inc. is proud and excited to announce that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire O’Neil Electric Supply, an Ontario-based electrical distributor, subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of required regulatory approvals. This strategic acquisition further strengthens Franklin Empire’s position within the electrical industry and supports its long-term growth strategy.
How to Use a Circuit Tracer to Locate a Dead Short
Circuit tracers play a vital role in modern electrical work, helping to streamline fault-finding and improve efficiency. Consisting of a transmitter that sends a signal through conductors and a receiver that detects it, a circuit tracer permits electricians to quickly identify which breaker or fuse protects a circuit, trace concealed conductors, and locate electrical faults. Troubleshooting can be a time-consuming task, but a circuit tracer makes it a faster, one-person job.
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Building Permits, December 2025
In December, the total value of building permits issued in Canada increased $821.3 million (+6.8%) to $12.8 billion. The increase was led by the residential sector (+$533.5 million) and supported by the non-residential sector (+$287.8 million). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in December grew 6.6% from the previous month and was down 6.3%… Read More…
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Labour Force Survey, January 2026
Employment edged down in January (-25,000; -0.1%) and the employment rate decreased 0.1 percentage points to 60.8%. The unemployment rate fell by 0.3 percentage points to 6.5%, as fewer people searched for work. In January, employment fell by 27,000 (-0.4%) among core-aged women (25 to 54 years old). There was little employment change among the other major demographic groups. Fewer people were employed in manufacturing… Read More…
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EFC and Habitat for Humanity Canada: Building Stronger Communities Together
By Electro-Federation Canada
Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) members have a long-standing commitment to supporting the communities where they live and work, and that commitment is clearly demonstrated through the association’s ongoing partnership with Habitat for Humanity Canada. Since 2017, Habitat Canada has been EFC’s Charity of Choice, reflecting a shared focus on advancing housing affordability, social equity, and economic opportunity across the country.
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CSC LED: Now Offering Resi and MDU Lighting Solutions!
CSC LED expands its portfolio with new residential and MDU product categories, including slim surface mounts, emergency lighting, slim recessed downlights, vanity lighting, and more! This expansion allows distributors to support full project scopes with one trusted supplier. From unit interiors to common areas, CSC LED offers dependable quality and availability.
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LEDVANCE Canada Announces Leadership Updates
February 19, 2026 LEDVANCE Canada is sharing two leadership updates that further strengthen support for customers and channel partners across the country. Lori Bagazzoli has been appointed Head of Strategic Sales – LEDVANCE Canada, with a focus on expanding support for the Project and Specification market and accelerating growth in strategic opportunities. In this role, Lori Bagazzoli Read More…
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Nedco Mississauga Announces Grand St. Patrick’s Day Reopening
In a recent post on LinkedIn, Nedco invites you to join them on March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, for Nedco Mississauga’s Grand Reopening. You will be able to tour their new showroom, visit the Schneider Green Lounge, explore the Tools Zone, meet vendors, enjoy a hearty bowl of Irish stew, access exclusive one-day deals, and… Read More…
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Alberta Electrical Alliance Celebrates 2025’s 40 Years of Service Award Recipients
LinkedIn post by Alberta Electrical Alliance
Shining a spotlight on our 2025 40 Years of Service Award recipients!
This award is presented to nominated employees with 40 years of service in the electrical industry.
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Canadian Electrical Wholesaler
Published twice monthly on the first and third Thursday of every month Canadian Electrical Wholesaler is the voice of the electrical channel in Canada. The editorial focus of CEW is a solid mix of features, news, articles and product information. Key aspects are peers and profiles and in-depth best management practices ensuring every issue is read from branch level right up to head offices. Simply put we provide the need to know business information including the latest trends, new market opportunities, sales techniques and operational analysis to distribution professionals written by those who live this business and published by Kerrwil founded in 1964 to serve the electrical industry in Canada.
