Archive for Category: "Industry News"

Electro-Federation Canada Announces Canadian Appliance Manufacturers Association Closure

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) regrettably announces the closure of its Canadian Appliance Manufacturers Association (CAMA) council effective June 30th, 2012. This closure is a direct result of the WashingtonD.C.based Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM) opening a Canadian branch office targeted for July 1st, 2012. Due to AHAM’s expansion into Canada, this has resulted in many [...]

EFC Names 2012-2013 Board of Directors

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC), a national, not-for-profit industry association, announced the new Chair and Board of Directors for 2012-2013 at its Annual General Meeting, held at the Pearson Convention Center in Brampton, Ontario.

Apply Today- EFC Scholarship Foundation

Apply Today- EFC Scholarship Foundation

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) is pleased to launch the 2012 EFC Corporate Sponsorship program providing Canadian post-secondary students the opportunity to receive over $100,000 through 45 scholarships.

Lifestyle Consumer Electronics Leader Coby Electronics Joins EFC

Lifestyle Consumer Electronics Leader Coby Electronics Joins EFC

Electro-Federation Canada is pleased to announce that Coby Electronics, the leader in consumer electronics products designed to complement the lifestyles of a broad base of consumers, is the newest member to join the Consumer Electronics Marketers of Canada Council (CEMC).

Callling For Nominations for EFC Industry Recognition Award

      EFC 2012 Industry Recognition Award (IRA) Calling For Nominations! Presented annually, this is awarded to an individual who has influenced the Canadian electrical, consumer electronics, appliance industries. This includes current or retired industry delegate or an industry supporter and/or part of an association. Your nomination should reflect those demonstrating strong leadership through [...]

Industry and Government to work towards harmonized North American Energy Efficiency Regulations

Industry and Government to work towards harmonized North American Energy Efficiency Regulations

Energy efficiency of products, manufacturing processes and homes is increasing. In part propelled by the consciousness of consumers resulting in market demand, new technologies as well as by regulation and finally in response to energy prices.

A Look at the Installation, Maintenance and Repair Sector Council

A Look at the Installation, Maintenance and Repair Sector Council

The Installation, Maintenance and Repair (IMR) Sector Council is led by dedicated champions from industry, education and the workforce who collectively address the human resources challenges in the consumer electronics and appliance installation, maintenance and repair service industry.

The Canada Consumer Product Safety Act

An Act that sets higher standards for the safety of consumer products and gives the federal government more power to monitor and respond to safety incidents is now law, and has a significant impact on the Canadian electrical and electronics industries.

Extended Producer Responsibility – One Size Doesn’t Fit All

Extended Producer Responsibility – One Size Doesn’t Fit All

Extended Producer Responsibility is gaining momentum in Canada. Read on activity and future challenges

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