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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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Gross Domestic Product by Industry, January 2026
Real gross domestic product (GDP) edged up 0.1% in January, following 0.2% growth in December, driven by strength in goods-producing industries. In January, goods-producing industries expanded by 0.2% for the second month in a row, as gains in mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction, construction and utilities more than offset a contraction in manufacturing. Meanwhile, services-producing industries… Read More…
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Investment in Building Construction, January 2026
The total value of investment in building construction decreased $448.3 million (-1.9%) to $23.4 billion in January. Declines in the residential sector (-3.0%) were moderated by a slight increase in the non-residential sector (+0.8%). Year over year, investment in building construction grew 7.8% in January. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of investment in building… Read More…
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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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EFC Welcomes Deep Electrical Supply as a New Distributor Member
Deep Electrical Supply brings over 25 years of expertise to customers across Canada. As a locally owned business, they focus on providing a straightforward and supportive shopping experience. With nationwide delivery and accessible expert advice, their team is ready to help you find the right electrical solutions. Whether you’re a professional or working on a… Read More…
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SATCO Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence in Lighting, NUVO Marks 20 Years of Design Innovation
SATCO proudly announces the celebration of its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of sustained growth, innovation, and service excellence. Concurrently, NUVO, a prominent lighting brand under the SATCO umbrella, celebrates its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of cutting-edge design and creative solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Founded in 1966, SATCO has consistently demonstrated a… Read More…
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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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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.

