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We talk to two IBEW apprentices and discuss how the IBEW’s extensive training and safety have prepared them for the pandemic. They discuss their appetite for learning and growing, as well as the importance of being surrounded by a well-trained team.
Thank you for wearing your mask. The Electrical Contractors Association of Central Ontario (ECACO) and IBEW Local 804 have teamed up to support awareness of the importance of wearing masks to help reduce the spread of Covid 19. The 15-second message also thanks the many [...]
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development visited IBEW Local 105’s Training Centre in Hamilton last week. They met with some of the Local’s talented apprentices and licensed journeypersons to learn about the high training standards provided at [...]
IBEW Local 530 and their Electrical Contractor Association of Ontario (ECAO) partner contractors are proud to help power Sarnia’s homes and businesses safely and effectively, but they also share great pride in giving back to their community.
We are all working in our own way to help our communities through these difficult times. So many people behind the scenes, on the front lines and those staying home. Our licensed contractors and electricians are doing what we can by helping power hospitals, transportation […]
In such a challenging time, the partnership of the ECAO and the IBEW CCO has helped. It may seem unusual to see such a close relationship between employer and union, but that collaboration is what has made them effective in providing safe and reliable power in even the most complex situations.
Read about our courageous IBEW electricians who helped meet Joseph Brant Hospital’s (JBH’s) urgent need for expansion due to the pandemic.
The world of powerline workers today is changing, but age-old skills still play a major role, and, as always, safety is the top priority. Learn about the role powerline workers play in today’s world of electricians and what they’re doing to perform their jobs safely and efficiently.
Ontario electricians care! Recently T. Lloyd Electric Ontario Ltd. proved that in a big way. This Hamilton team gave back to the community by giving of themselves, investing their Saturday morning to replace out-of-date lighting in the Cancer Assistance Program offices.
This holiday campaign will build on the successful partnership between the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC), the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO), and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) to provide public-safety messages.
With the help of the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) and the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC), Charlie walks us through 8 electrical safety tips to ensure everyone enjoys a safe holiday season.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) and the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) are proud to be part of ensuring safe, reliable, electrical work for all home builds.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) and the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) are proud to be part of ensuring safe, reliable, electrical work for all home builds.
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) and the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) are proud to be part of ensuring Ottawa’s iconic venues can delivery quality sound and lighting safely and effectively.
The Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC) has teamed up with the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) to help keep more families safe in their homes.
The Red Seal Program creates the standards for skills and training in the trades in Canada. 74% consider a Red Seal a hiring advantage. And there’s more.
The IBEW Local 804 Retirees Club has been helping Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region build homes to help local families break the cycle of poverty.
Major construction megaprojects fail 70% – 90% of the time. But the causes are known and we can find solutions from the projects that succeed.
The Toronto electrical contractors of GTECA are teaming up with employees to create the best possible electrical apprentice training program.
Modern Niagara, a member of the ECAO, held a cross-Canada day of volunteering that saw 450 volunteers mobilized to help 20 charities.
The ECAO-IBEW responds to the recent Ontario government announcement concerning plans to modernize Ontario’s apprenticeship system.
Former electrical apprentice Mark Graham talks about his accident caused by lack of supervision and proper training. The fire left him badly burned.
Alltrade has always made efforts to give back to the community. This includes sending teams to Zimbabwe to help build better, safer schools.
The ECAO-IBEW partnership is wiring buildings in Toronto and Hamilton so that they’re ready for the power saving and communications technology of tomorrow.
Jay Lebert, a journeyman electrician with Windsor’s IBEW Local 773, was on hand to rescue a pipefitter knocked unconscious by a beam and left unable to breathe.
The ECAQSL and their electrician partners in IBEW Local 115 are giving back to important community programs like Big Brothers Big Sisters and the University Hospitals of Kingston Foundation.
Electricity is dangerous, even for certified trades people who know what they’re doing. However, changes to regulations may mean lower safety standards that put everyone at risk.
Three Ottawa construction projects are showing that it is possible to do things the right way and still have a success on your hands.
London’s IBEW Local 120, the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario, and Klein Tools worked together to donate 45 complete sets of top quality electrical tools to three local high schools.
A team of powerline workers from Gridlink and IBEW Local 402 came to the aid of New York State in March 2018 after a series of storms damaged powerlines.
The IBEW-ECAO Code of Excellence is a written guarantee that a construction project will be done on time, on budget, and to the highest possible standards.
The Niagara region is one step closer towards developing a set of shared best practices for infrastructure construction tenders thanks to a process developed by PPLP.
ECAO’s electrical system and IBEW Local 530 volunteer power help keep the lights on at one of Sarnia’s biggest wintertime attractions: the Celebration of Lights.
Ensure that your family and friends all follow safe practices when using electrical lights inside your home and out.
With the construction of its new training hall, IBEW Local 402 is not only investing in future skills, but in the prosperity of the entire Thunder Bay community.
As of April 8, 2017, IBEW Local 804 is celebrating 75 years of safe, reliable electrical services in the Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge area.
The Metrolinx Eglinton Crosstown LRT will rely on Ampere Ltd.’s partnership with IBEW electricians for safe, high-quality work delivered on time.
Andre Viau is a Gold medallist for Skills Canada in 2017. Since 1998, over 70% of Skills Ontario electrical winners have been IBEW apprentices.
What to include in bid proposals for large infrastructure construction projects for municipalities, school boards and other governing bodies.
Municipalities and school boards need to avoid cost overruns and safety issues on infrastructure construction projects. This guide shows what to look for.
As an ECAO member, Eptcon is an electrical contractor that gives back to communities wherever they work with every project.
We provide safe, reliable electrical power to enjoy the music we love. Jason McCoy of Canada’s country rock favourites The Road Hammers explains.
At the Vale Mine in Sudbury, complex electrical systems keep workers safe and keep production rolling. The mine is a key part of the Sudbury economy.
A new electrical system turned an old bridge into a nightly light show. The result is a new community landmark and tourist attraction.
At the Joseph Brant Hospital, electrical systems that don’t fail are essential in the battle to save lives. Learn how these systems play a key role.
At Pearson Airport in Toronto, it’s a matter of safety to ensure all of the electrical systems stay powered, no matter what’s going on with the grid.