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  Channel of Choice: How Canada’s Unified Electrical Supply Chain Leads in a World of New Supply Options

  Electro-Federation Canada was born from a simple but powerful idea: the Canadian electrical industry would be stronger, more innovative, and more valuable to end users if manufacturers, distributors, and manufacturers’ representatives acted as a coordinated ecosystem rather than as fragmented silos. In the mid‑1990s, Canada’s electrical sector was being reshaped by new energy‑efficiency regulations, the arrival of big box retailers, and rapid advances in automation and controls.

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Trusted by Canadian Distributors for 40 Years

Canadian distributors have trusted Magic Lite for dependable lighting that sells. Stock products built for performance, backed by fast shipping and a lineup designed to simplify selection and ordering. A proven partner for everyday jobs and standout projects—built to support your counter team and your customers.

Quality lighting. Fast shipping. Easy installation.

Your Trusted Source for Top-tier Lighting Solutions | Magic Lite

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New Titan Sports Lights from CSC LED

The Titan Series from CSC LED delivers

170 lm/W with an adaptable mounting ecosystem
designed for any project. From dedicated indoor

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Q1 2026 Pulse of Lighting Market Survey Report

Survey Period January – March 2026

Executive Summary

The Q1 2026 Pulse of Lighting Market Survey reveals a lighting industry experiencing modest growth amidst cautious optimism. The survey captured insights from lighting industry professionals across three key market segments: Electrical and Lighting Distributors (37.04%), Lighting Manufacturers (35.19%), and Electrical Representatives/Agents (27.78%).

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Register for Free to the MEET SHOW

The Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) Show returns to the Moncton Coliseum Complex on May 6–7, 2026. As Atlantic Canada’s largest event for the mechanical, plumbing, electrical, lighting, DataCom, and automation sectors, MEET brings together 400+ exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations.

Join thousands of industry professionals to explore new products, attend informative sessions, and gain insights into what’s ahead for your sector.

Attend at no cost by pre‑registering online with complimentary code “CEW” at https://www.microspec.com/reg/MEET26/API/?code=CEW

Family, Factory, Future: Inside Liteline’s Second-Generation Leadership and Canadian Manufacturing Push

By John Kerr

Kerrwil had the opportunity to sit with Daniel Silverstein, Co‑President of Liteline, whose career at the company began on the shop floor as a junior fabricator building counter‑top displays a grounding that still shapes how he thinks about product, process, and people today.

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Domino Networked Lighting Control System

Domino is SATCO’s advanced networked lighting control system engineered for modern commercial environments. Utilizing Bluetooth® mesh technology, it delivers seamless, wireless control without the need for gateways. Integrated sensors and intelligent components enable features like occupancy response, daylight harvesting, scheduling, and scene customization. Designed for simplicity and scalability, Domino provides centralized control, real-time insights, and energy optimization—creating a refined, efficient lighting experience that adapts effortlessly to the needs of any space.

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Benchtop performance meets portable power

Why choose between wide labels and portability? Traditional printers either lack the width you need or the mobility you want. We engineered the i4311 to break that cycle — delivering 4″ wide labelling power, unplugged.

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Intralec Welcomes Darryl Sinanan as New Inside Sales Representative

Intralec is pleased to announce the addition of Darryl Sinanan as its new Inside Sales Representative, bringing more than two decades of professional experience in learning and development, project management, and global team collaboration.

Darryl Sinanan joins Intralec with over 20 years of experience in Learning and Development, where he has built a reputation for designing impactful training programs and supporting organizational growth.

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Discover the award-winning Home Flex

Fast and reliable residential AC charging for any EV on the road, including Tesla. With adjustable amperage up to 50 amps, Wi-Fi connectivity and smart charging features through the ChargePoint app, it’s easy to install indoors or outdoors and fits seamlessly into any home set-up.

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Dixon Relocates Mississauga Branch to Better Serve Customers

Dixon proudly announces the relocation of its Mississauga branch to 6197 Kennedy Road, enhancing accessibility and customer convenience.

Strategically positioned along a busy corridor with excellent access to Highways 401, 410 and 403, the new 14,000-square-foot facility offers improved convenience for customers and partners. The branch features a modern storefront, an enhanced layout designed to better serve customers, and ample parking for staff and visitors.

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IDEAL Electrical Building Stronger Connections

Whether it’s connecting wires or people, IDEAL Electrical is in the business of building stronger connections. IDEAL Connections fosters meaningful relationships with our customers and community, inspired by our founder’s long-standing company mission to create “IDEAL” relationships with the electrician community we’ve served for over 100 years.

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Westburne Celebrates 100th Anniversary

LinkedIn post by Westburne, 2 days prior

This week, our branches from coast to coast came together to celebrate an incredible milestone, 100 years of Westburne.

From sharing cake and stories to taking a moment to reflect, Tuesday’s celebrations were a reminder that our success has always been built on teamwork. Across regions, roles and generations, it’s our people who have shaped our history and continue to move us forward every day.

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Nexans TECK90 Cables 

Rugged and flexible cables making them versatile for a wide range of applications. Nexans TECK90 cables use low acid gas and low flame spread PVC jacket compounds to ensure maximum safety to personnel and equipment in the event of a fire. A “Low Smoke Zero Halogen” version is available upon request.

APPLICATIONS

Commercial and industrial projects
Exposed and concealed wiring in 90ºC dry or 90ºC wet locations and where exposed to the weather (-40ºC)
Ventilated, non-ventilated and ladder type cable trays
Vertical risers (with a ribbed inner jacket)
Direct earth burial and direct embedding in concrete, masonry or…

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