Orlando, Florida — AHR Expo is looking for applications for its annual Innovation Awards, which recognize manufacturers that are inventing the future of HVAC/R, according to the tradeshow’s website. The deadline to apply for next year’s show is July 30. Award winners are selected from ten industry categories: building automation, cooling, heating, indoor air quality, plumbing, refrigeration, software, sustainable solutions, tools and instruments, and ventilation. In addition to category winners, one overall product of the year winner will be announced during a formal ceremony at the 2025 AHR E ..read more

Edmonton, ALTA — The Canadian Underground Infrastructure Innovation Centre (CUIIC) announces that an underground infrastructure research initiative has received a $3 million grant from the National Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). Titled “Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction in Design, Construction, Repair, and Maintenance of Underground Infrastructure,” the initiative will see three Canadian universities work together to develop innovative strategies and technologies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions across various phases of underground infrastructure projects. “This initiati ..read more

Toronto, ON — It’s summer camp season! That means the return of Skills Ontario’s summer camp program, which runs from July to August for kids between Grades 7 and 9. The week-long camp program runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., costing parents $250 plus tax per camper. Students will be able to participate in hands-on activities, workshops, games, industry tours, and entrepreneurship programs will be Workshops are led by Skills Ontario counsellors and industry/college professionals who will introduce them to various topics in the industrial, construction, motive power, service, and technology sectors ..read more

Sean Kelly of Emco Corporation will serve as the 77th chair of the board. Toronto, ON — The Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) announces its board of directors for the upcoming year. Leading the charge will be Sean Kelly of Emco Corporation, who will serve as the 77th chair of the board. The remaining board of directors consists of: Brent Cornelissen, vice chair, OS&B Norm Bajwa, 1st vice chair, Bartle & Gibson Co. Ltd Julie Storey, 2nd vice chair, Boshart Industries Dave Hammond, immediate past chair and treasurer, A.O. Smith Enterprises Rita Woodley, chair of the whol ..read more

Commander Robert Piche spoke to 185 Granby Industries employees during its 70 year celebration. Cowansville, QUE — Granby Industries is celebrating a milestone, its 70th anniversary. The air conditioning and storage company hosted an outside celebration, which saw 185 employees attend. Robert Piché was the guest speaker. Piché was the commander of Air Transat flight 236, which saw the plane’s engines stop working, resulting in Piché gliding the aircraft without power for 157 km before landing. During the event, Piché spoke with attendees about the importance of perseverance and self-trust. Sin ..read more

Vancouver, BC — Homeowners in British Columbia are eligible for increased rebate values for heat pump upgrades. Income-qualified applicants could receive a rebate of $16,000 to switch to high-efficiency heat pumps in homes currently heated with oil via the CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program. The new middle-income tier will now see families of four with two adults and two children making $185,620 or less receive a rebate of up to $10,500 for installing a heat pump. Eligible homeowners living in northern British Columbia can access up to an additional $3,000 toward installing a heat pum ..read more

Ottawa, ON — Following a successful March, investment in building construction decreased two per cent to $20.5 billion in April, reports Statistics Canada. Declines were seen in both the residential and non-residential sectors. In total, investment in residential building construction decreased by 2.7 per cent to $14.2 billion in April. Declines were seen in nine of the thirteen provinces and territories, with Ontario (down $123.9 million) and Alberta (down $118.4 million) leading the declines. However, these declines were tempered by increases in the remaining provinces and territories, led ..read more

Ottawa, ON — Investment in building construction increased 4.5 per cent to $20.4 billion in March, reports Statistics Canada. Overall, investment in the residential building construction sector increased 5.4 per cent to $14.3 billion. Increases were seen in seven provinces, with Quebec (up 9.2 per cent) and Ontario (up 6.5 per cent) leading the way. Investment in detached single-family homes increased across Canada, up 6.5 per cent to $7.3 billion in March. Additionally, multi-unit investment was up 4.4 per cent to $7.0 billion. This marked the third straight quarter of an increase in investm ..read more

Luc Desrosiers will succeed Desjardins at Boone, serving as its new vice president and general manager. Ottawa, ON — Boone Plumbing and Heating Supply is saying goodbye to Joe Desjardins, its vice president and general manager. After 42 years, Desjardins is retiring and moving on to the next stage of his life. Desjardins began his journey with Boone on January 4th, 1982, as an HVAC sales representative. According to the Ottawa-based wholesaler, Desjardins’ dedication, positive attitude, and natural leadership abilities led to numerous promotions, making him a cornerstone of the company’s growt ..read more

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