2024 Member Tribute at Conference
Several members have asked to view the Member Tribute presentation shown during the 2024 EFC annual industry conference. View the slide deck here
News
EFC’s Atlantic Region Executive Committee Welcomes New Secretary
We are pleased to announce that Erin Wambolt has been voted Secretary on the Atlantic Region Executive Committee. Erin has been a member of the EFC community since 2015, first as a YPN before joining the Women’s Network in 2018 and then Chair of the Education Committee in 2019. Erin is also a member of …
25th Edition of the MEET Show Smashes Attendance Records
The energy and excitement was palpable at the 2024 edition of the MEET Show at the Moncton Coliseum on May 1 and 2. The biennial Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, and Technology show – celebrating its 25th year in 2024 – saw record-breaking attendance, welcoming 6,626 industry professionals to one of the largest tradeshows of its kind …
EFC Federation Cup Announces Golf Award Name Change to MacGowan Memorial Cup
In honour of twins Barry and Bruce MacGowan, one of the EFC Federation Cup golf awards will now be renamed the MacGowan Memorial Cup, originally the Barry MacGowan Memorial Cup. This award name change decision was made to include both twins’ names, Barry who passed away in late 2014, and Bruce who recently passed in …
Have your voice heard…Join in one of CEMRA’s 3 subcommittee groups and make a difference!
The CEMRA board is looking for CEMRA reps to embark one of the three valuable Board subcommittees. If you are a rep, and would like to get involved and contribute, this is your opportunity. The 3 subcommittee groups include the following projects; CEMRA Founding Leaders, develop and create criteria, and build recognition. Please contact Brent …
New Vice Chair Named to Cybersecurity IoT Network
We are pleased to welcome Austin Joe, Schneider Electric, as the new Vice-Chair of the Cybersecurity IoT Network. Austin is the IT Security Officer, PCI-ISA Digital Innovation and Technology Security Governance, America’s Region, with Schneider Electric, and has been with the company for 18 years. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering Degree from the University …
New Vice Chair Appointed to Greener Electrified Canada – E-Transportation Committee
We are pleased to announce Luis Leal, Phoenix Contact, is the new Vice-Chair of the Greener Electrified Canada – E-Transportation Committee. Luis Leal is the business development manager for the E-Mobility department at Phoenix Contact LTD in Canada. Phoenix Contact is a global market leader based in Germany focusing on the fields of energy, infrastructure, …
EFC Welcomes New Manufacturer Member: Metalumen Manufacturing Inc.
Lighting has been a true passion for Metalumen Manufacturing Inc. since its inception as a family-owned business in 1977. Metalumen prides itself on understanding the art and science or craftmanship of luminaire design and carefully consider the architectural environment to ensure the right lighting solution is developed. Metalumen marries function with design, capturing the desire …
EFC Leadership Transition
Today, I have the bittersweet duty and the pleasure of announcing a significant leadership transition within our organization. After five years of dedicated service and leadership, Gurvinder Chopra, our esteemed VP of Standards and Regulations, has made the decision to embark on a new chapter in his career journey. Throughout his tenure, Gurvinder has been …
Nicole Griffo Appointed Vice Chair of National YPN Committee
EFC is pleased to announce Nicole Griffo has been appointed Vice Chair of the National YPN Committee. Nicole brings more than 20 years of experience in the electrical industry, including 13 years at STANPRO, an EFC member company. As the Regional Sales Manager for STANPRO in the GTA, she leads a high-performing sales team and …