
Serge Leblanc Confirmed as President of Sonepar Canada
Sonepar announced that Serge Leblanc will assume the position of President of Sonepar Canada on a permanent basis, managing from the Sonepar Canada office in Laval. Serge joined Lumen in 1997 and has over 30 years of experience in the electrical industry. He was appointed President of Lumen in October 2011. Under his leadership, Lumen has consistently remained one of Sonepar’s highest performing companies. Serge launched North America’s first automated cable cutting and automated storage and retrieval system – setting a new standard for innovation in operations for Sonepar.
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Gross Domestic Product by Industry, April 2025
Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged down 0.1% in April, following a 0.2% increase in March. The goods-producing industries were down 0.6% in April, with the manufacturing sector accounting for nearly all the decline. The services-producing industries edged up 0.1% in April. Public administration, finance and insurance, and the arts, entertainment and recreation sectors contributed the most to the… Read More…
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Weidmüller Canada: Committed to Continued Innovation & Growth in Canadian Industry
June has marked some major milestones for Weidmüller Canada, having recently celebrated 50 years of operation in Canada, in addition to 175 years of developing innovative solutions that have helped shape industries on a global scale. As part of the company’s ongoing national expansion, a new facility strategically located in Southeast Calgary, will serve as… Read More…
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Schneider Electric Canada Named One of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2025

Schneider Electric Canada has recently been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for 2025 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. as part of the Canada’s Top 100 Employers project, a prestigious honour celebrating organizations that reportedly lead the country in creating a culture of environmental sustainability. This recognition highlights Schneider Electric’s long-standing commitment to advancing climate action, driving clean energy innovation, and fostering a workplace that prioritizes environmental responsibility at every level.
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6 Things Contractors Need To Know About the Security Kit for Wire Mesh Tray

The rapid expansion of data centers has brought about significant challenges in maintaining data security standards. According to Statistics Canada, recovery costs from cyber security incidents in 2023 were $2.1 billion, up from $600 million in 2021. This critical situation requires a more robust cable management design to protect data from being intercepted and cables from being tampered with.
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Electric Avenue Welcomes Julie Moore as New Marketing Coordinator
Electric Avenue is excited to welcome Julie Moore to the team as it’s new Marketing Coordinator, bringing fresh energy and a strong foundation in digital marketing to it’s growing brand. Originally from Halifax, N.S., Julie holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing and brings hands-on experience in social media management and digital… Read More…
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Leviton Canada Announces the Appointment of Matthew Dudka as Sales Director, Western Canada
Leviton Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Dudka to the position of Sales Director for Western Canada. With over 20 years of experience in sales and a strong educational foundation as an Electrical Engineering Technologist, Matthew brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to this new role.… Read More…
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New line of Stelpro heat-pumps
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Jim Scovil Promoted to Director, Supply Chain for Sonepar Ontario

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We’re excited to announce the promotion of Jim Scovil to Director, Supply Chain for Sonepar Ontario!
Jim brings over 35 years of experience in the electrical industry, with leadership roles at Stelpro, Hydel and Rittal before joining Aztec in 2007. His career highlights include launching Aztec’s Cambridge branch, expanding its market share and leading sales operations in Concord and Mississauga.
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April 28, 2024 This month, Lumen held their 12th edition of the Salon Lumen, the largest exhibition in Quebec’s electrical industry. The customer event was hosted over two days, commenced on April 16th in Quebec City, and ended on April 18th in Montreal. One hundred seventy-five vendors gathered within a 50,000 sq ft area to… Read More…
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April 27, 2024 Retiring Windsor sales rep Scott O’Neil is still manning the counter with a smile on his last day at Western Equipment. Thank you from all of us for 23 years of dedicated service. All the best in your retirement, Scott! More information available here Read More…
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