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AD Reports Record Sales and Growth Through the Third Quarter of 2025
AD reports that member sales through the first nine months of 2025 increased 28% to $78 billion across the group’s 14 divisions and three countries. Member purchases from AD suppliers rose 31%. A significant percentage of AD’s overall YTD growth was the result of its 2024 merger with IMARK Electrical. However, AD members also acquired 75 companies year-to-date, including 24 fellow AD members and 51 from outside the group. Same-store sales of existing AD members increased by 6% in the U.S., 5% in Canada, and 1% in Mexico, in their respective currencies.
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Building Permits, September 2025
In September, the total value of building permits issued in Canada increased $504.8 million (+4.5%) to $11.7 billion. Both the residential (+4.8%) and the non-residential (+4.0%) sectors contributed to the increase. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in September rose 4.2% from the previous month. Residential construction intentions grew $335.3 million to… Read More…
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Labour Force Survey, October 2025
Employment increased by 67,000 (+0.3%) in October, the second consecutive monthly increase, and the employment rate rose 0.2 percentage points to 60.8%. The unemployment rate declined 0.2 percentage points to 6.9%. Employment growth was concentrated among men aged 25 to 54 years old (+33,000; +0.5%) and youth aged 15 to 24 years old (+21,000; +0.8%). There were more people working in wholesale and retail trade (+41,000; +1.4%), transportation and warehousing (+30,000;… Read More…
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New line of Stelpro heat-pumps
Stelpro, Quebec’s leader in electric heating, is launching a new line of high-performance, durable, and energy-efficient heat pumps designed for the Canadian climate. It features a new, more efficient, environmentally friendly 454B refrigerant, an A2L leak detector, a 10-year warranty, an optional labor warranty, local customer service, and grant eligibility.
Hammond Power Solutions Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results
“HPS delivered another strong quarter in Q3 2025, generating $218 million in revenue, our second highest quarter for shipments ever. The U.S. market delivered strong distribution and private label sales, offsetting a softer Canadian market,” said Adrian Thomas, CEO of Hammond Power Solutions.
“While material cost inflation and overhead costs relating to our new facilities in Mexico have pressured margins, recent sales developments give us confidence in the quarters ahead…
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Schneider Electric Canada Driving Industrial Decarbonization Through Digital Innovation
As Canada works to decarbonize heavy industry and meet its 2050 net-zero commitments, Schneider Electric Canada is showcasing how its advanced automation and energy management technologies can help transform industrial operations and support the growth of a clean fuel economy. Drawing on global success stories, including the Kassø Power-to-X facility in Denmark, the world’s first commercial-scale e-methanol plant… Read More…
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Eddy Group Marks Grand Opening of Dieppe, NB Showroom
In a recent LinkedIn post, the folks at Eddy Group Limited reported having a wonderful evening celebrating the Grand Opening of its Dieppe Shoroom on October 22. It was an evening filled with connection, conversation, and the chance to showcase the company’s beautifully designed space and high-quality products on display. Read More…
LEDVANCE Welcomes Scott Buckley as New Head of Marketing for the U.S. and Canada
LEDVANCE is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Buckley as Head of Marketing for the U.S. and Canada. In this role, Scott will lead all marketing strategy and execution across the region, with a focus on enhancing customer engagement, driving growth, and advancing the company’s brand presence in the lighting industry.
Nexans Signs an Agreement to Acquire Electro Cables Inc. Strengthening Nexans’ Positioning in PWR-Connect in Canada
Nexans has recently announced the signature of an agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Electro Cables Inc. (“Electro Cables”).
Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Trenton, Ontario, Canada, Electro Cables is a family-owned business specializing in low-voltage cables. The company is recognized for its strong expertise in high added value solutions in adjacent to cable businesses and is supported by a robust technology platform…
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April 28, 2024 This month, Lumen held their 12th edition of the Salon Lumen, the largest exhibition in Quebec’s electrical industry. The customer event was hosted over two days, commenced on April 16th in Quebec City, and ended on April 18th in Montreal. One hundred seventy-five vendors gathered within a 50,000 sq ft area to… Read More…
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April 27, 2024 Retiring Windsor sales rep Scott O’Neil is still manning the counter with a smile on his last day at Western Equipment. Thank you from all of us for 23 years of dedicated service. All the best in your retirement, Scott! More information available here Read More…
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