National YPN Day Across the Regions
This month YPN regions in Atlantic, Ontario and Quebec are celebrating their National YPN Day, recognizing the electrical industry’s tenacious, creative, and driven young professionals, through in person events that foster the GIVE and GATHER strategic pillars of the network. YPN Ontario National YPN Day was celebrated by the Ontario region on June 16th in […]
Ontario Region Women’s Network Appoints New Leadership; Thanks Past Chair
EFC is pleased to congratulate Lori Bagazzoli, Ledvance Ltd., for her new position as Ontario Region Women’s Network Chair. Lori started in the electrical industry in 1999 at Eurobex, and then expanded her skill base and knowledge to work at a distributor Trade Electric/Gerrie Electric. From there, Lori streamlined into lighting and worked for Standard […]
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturers’ Representative Member: Omnilumen Technical Products
For over 30 years Omnilumen, a full-service Manufacturer’s Representative, has built a reputation for providing quality lighting products. Their focus is placed on providing unparalleled service and support on projects, from inception to completion. Whether you are looking to make an architectural statement or have a need for heavy-duty industrial solutions or cutting-edge controls – […]
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: Mysa Smart Thermostats
Mysa Smart Thermostats specializes in designing and manufacturing smart thermostats for electric heating and cooling systems. The Mysa tagline is “We’re keeping you cozy and helping you create a sustainable, electric future for our planet — one smart thermostat at a time.” Mysa was co-founded in 2016 by brothers Josh and Zach Green in St. […]
RPRA’s 2022 RRCEA Program Fee Reduction is a “Win” for Lighting Producers in Ontario
This year, Lighting producers must report and pay fees to Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority (RPRA) https://rpra.ca/ to ensure compliance with Ontario Regulation 522-20. RPRA operates on a cost-recovery basis and sets fees required to support the compliance and oversight of its legislative mandate. The proposed fee pricing set by RPRA was not consistent with […]
EFC Welcomes New Affiliate Member: DDS (Distributor Data Solutions)
Formed in 2014 by electrical distribution veterans, DDS is the leading product content provider serving the wholesale distribution industry. DDS helps manufacturers and distributors facilitate an exceptional e-commerce experience for end-user customers with the most robust product and marketing information—and the most intelligent, efficient content delivery system—available in the marketplace. DDS’ advanced technologies and processes […]
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: RVE
RVE supports the residential real estate sector’s sustainability goals with electric vehicle charging infrastructure plans, approach, and vision. RVE has developed a unique expertise for multi-unit residential electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and has developed innovative solutions to accelerate access to residential electrical vehicle charging. Whatever the size of solutions you are interested in, the RVE team […]
EFC Welcomes New Corporate Sponsor: Purolator
Purolator has helped businesses keep their promises for over 60 years. From making sure materials arrive on time so work can begin, to fragile items arriving undamaged, Purolator’s reach and expertise in Canada allows us to create customer solutions for your business. Keeping products within our network means fewer handoffs, full visibility, and increased speed […]
MEET Show Marks Strong Return in 2022
More than 5,700 attendees visited the Moncton Coliseum to take in the Mechanical Electrical Electronic Technology (MEET) Show on May 4-5. The second largest industry event of its kind in Canada, the event showcased the latest technology from the mechanical and electrical industries. A key feature of the event includes the MEET Innovation Awards. For […]
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturers’ Representative Member: Salex
Salex is the largest lighting agency in Southern Ontario and has been an integral player in Canada’s architectural lighting community for more than 48+ years. Founded in 1973, Salex has become known in the commercial design industry for the quality of its products, its nimble service offerings, and its knowledgeable and highly skilled staff. Salex […]