EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: Priority Wire & Cable
Started in 1993, Priority Wire & Cable is a private company still run by its original founders, whose backgrounds stem from both manufacturing and distribution. Today, the company is a modern manufacturer, with the majority of its sales coming from Priority branded products, while also complementing its portfolio with specialty wire and cable offerings that …
EFC Organizational Announcement
We are excited to announce that Jenna Finch has joined EFC as our new Events & Program Coordinator, effective as of March 16th, 2026. Jenna graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies. She brings a strong passion for events, represented through her previous experience working with MLSE for their game day operations …
Quebec Women’s Network Committee Launches New Charitable Initiative
The Women’s Network Committee of the Quebec Region is partnering with Le Chaînon as an organization of choice for 2026. The committee invites you to participate in a solidarity initiative by organizing a donation drive directly in your office. 👉 How does it work? Le Chaînon is responsible for bringing a collection bin to your …
Ottawa Day 2026 Takeaways & Photos: EFC Members Engage with Parliamentarians on Canada’s Electricity Future
Member leaders from across the country gathered in Ottawa for our 2026 Hill Day to advance Canada’s grid modernization agenda and reinforce the critical role of our industry in the country’s electricity transition. Building on the foundation of our Make the Switch advocacy platform, this year’s engagement was strengthened by new, evidence-based insights from EFC’s …
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: ChargePoint, Inc.
ChargePoint is at the centre of the shift to electric mobility, powering one of the world’s largest EV charging networks and delivering a comprehensive portfolio of hardware, software and service solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. Founded in 2007, ChargePoint has focused exclusively on enabling the transition to electric transportation for …
EFC Honours International Women’s Day on March 8
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality. Get ready for #IWD2026. The 2026 IWD theme, Give to Gain, underscores the strength of mutual support and shared progress. By …
EFC Organizational Announcement
We are pleased to announce that Ioan Buzdugan has joined EFC as our new Director of Standards and Business Sections. Ioan joins EFC from the automotive manufacturing industry where he focused on technical standards and strategies for industrial automation. He is an accomplished engineering leader with a broad background in automation and advanced manufacturing, and …
Desdowd-sponsored Athlete Pursues Olympic Dream
EFC member Desdowd’s decade-long commitment to amateur sports has risen to a new level—Olympic qualification. On January 5, 2026, Canadian speed skater David La Rue, 27, secured one of Canada’s two men’s 1500-metre spots with an impressive performance at the at the 2026 Long Track Canada Cup and Olympic Skate-Off in Quebec City. La Rue, …
Update: Refreshed Business Section Operating Procedures Approved
EFC’s Business Sections have implemented refreshed Operating Procedures that were approved by the EFC Board of Directors on November 27, 2025, and came into effect on that day. These updates are the result of extensive work throughout 2025 to strengthen how Business Sections operate, collaborate, align priorities, and address technical and regulatory issues that affect our industry. The changes are designed …