Electro-Federation Canada (EFC)

EFC is pleased to announce Andreas Sobotta, M.Sc., Pilz, as the new Vice Chair for the Industrial Control business section. For the last eight years, Andreas has been CEO & GM of Pilz Automation Safety Canada L.P. Under his leadership, sales of Pilz Canada nearly tripled, primarily through collaboration with distribution partners. Since March 2024, he is also the Regional VP for the Americas, being responsible for all Sales in North and South America. Andreas is also vice chairman of the Canadian mirror committee of ISO TC199, the technical committee that globally works on improvements of standards around safety of machinery. The Industrial Control business section represents manufacturers of products or assemblies of several types of control systems and associated instrumentation used for industrial process control. Please join us in congratulating Andreas on this appointment! Read Full Announcement: https://lnkd.in/eWxPYDzJ #IndustrialControl #BusinessSections #NewViceChair

Ce fut une agréable soirée de réseautage sportif et de l’industrie alors que plus de 40 membres de la région du Québec se sont réunis à la Place Bell pour regarder le Rocket de Laval affronter les Moose du Manitoba de la Ligue américaine de hockey (AHL) le 19 février. Les participants ont pu profiter d'une vue magnifique sur le match depuis le niveau du balcon, avec un dîner sous forme de buffet et un bar privé. Merci à tous les membres qui ont participé et nous sommes impatients de vous accueillir bientôt à un futur événement du RJP ! // It was an enjoyable evening of sports and industry networking as more than 40 Quebec Region members gathered at Place Bell to watch the Laval Rocket take on the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League (AHL) on February 19. Participants enjoyed a great view of the game from the Balcony level, with a buffet-style dinner, and private bar. Thank you to all members who attended, and we look forward to welcoming you to a future YPN event soon! #EFC #Quebec #RJP

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Geoffrey Pereira to Director of Business Intelligence & Analytics! In this new role, Geoffrey will take on the management of our Statistical Services team while continuing to provide analytics and business intelligence solutions. Geoffrey has worked closely with Anne Harrigan Harrigan, VP Business Intelligence through out his time at EFC and will continue to work with Anne as she transitions to retirement in April of 2025. Please join us in congratulating Geoffrey on this well-deserved appointment. Read the full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gsCX2vdZ #EFC #Promotion #BusinessIntelligence

Joignez-nous pour une matinée yoga pour bien commencer la journée le 26 Mars prochain ! Réchauffement animée par Marie-Celine Gendron, Ouellet. Suivant le cours de yoga, vous aurez droit à un Smoothie ainsi que d'autres collations santé que vous pourrez prendre pour emporter ou pour rester sur place pour réseauter avec les femmes de l'industrie. Inscrivez-vous maintenant : https://cvent.me/R7QmGE // Join us for a Yoga morning to start the day on March 26! A warm-up will be hosted by Marie-Celine Gendron, Ouellet. Following the yoga class, participants will receive a smoothie and other health foods to take to work or stay and network with other industry women on site. Register now: https://cvent.me/R7QmGE

Nearly 50 EFC members spent a fun day on the ice at the 4th Annual Atlantic Region Curling Funspiel at the Windsor Curling Club on February 7! Teams of four completed 3 four-end games in the one-day tournament. New this year, local distillery Cherry Tree Distillery catered a special cocktail list for members to sample four locally made products. Thank you to all players, and congratulations to our top 3 teams on the day who were recognized at the awards ceremony following the tournament: 3rd place: Team Chisholm (Cameron Chisholm, CSA Enterprises Ltd.; Chris Long, Eddy Group Limited; Paul Girvan, Eddy Group; and Graeme Huffman, Eddy Group), 2nd place: Team Olney (Jason Olney, Stanpro (Standard Products Inc.); Dobbelsteyn, Cody, Stanpro; Mark Vaughan, Graybar Canada; and Julie Mills, ABB), and our 1st place team: Team Henneberry (Adam Henneberry, Next Sales and Marketing; Craig Urie, Nesco; Richard Barker, Eddy Group; and Shelly Barker. We would like to extend a special thank you to this year's lunch sponsor Stanpro (Standard Products Inc.) and Eddy Group Limited for providing some great door prizes! We would also like to recognize our Atlantic Region Curling Committee members Richard Barker and Tim Lohnes, RCDD for their tremendous support in planning and hosting this signature event. View the photo gallery here: https://lnkd.in/e4NncVbp #EFC #Atlantic #Curling #Windsor

Saddle up for a night to remember! Grab your boots and add some bling! Join the Ontario Region on February 28 at the Nashville North Gala for an evening packed with fun, industry networking, and laughter! This year’s gala will be held at the Hilton Markham Suites, featuring a show-stopping menu, four incredible live music performances and casino tables. Attire: Boots & Bling! Show off your best Nashville attire—think Country Music Awards style! Wear your country-chic outfits, add some boots, and cowboy hats are optional! Registration is open – join over 250 attendees already registered for this exciting event! Secure your spot today: https://cvent.me/DeMNwN #NashvilleNorth #BootsAndBling #OntarioRegion #EFC

Mark your calendars! EFC is thrilled to announce that this year’s annual industry conference, “Electrifying Connections: 30 Years of Collaboration & Innovation,” will be held at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel, Niagara Falls, ON. Key Dates to Remember! • March 5, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. EST - Conference & Head Office registration, Sheraton Fallsview and affiliate hotel room blocks open. • March 18, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. EST - Golf Tournament registration opens! Stay tuned for more details! #ElectrifyingConnections #2025EFCConference

Carol McGlogan, EFC's President and CEO, releases statement opposing the recent U.S. tariffs announced (and subsequently delayed) on Canadian imports. These tariffs threaten to disrupt North American supply chains, increase costs for businesses and consumers, and put thousands of jobs at risk.  EFC calls on both the Canadian and American governments to uphold the fair-trade policies agreed to as part of the USMCA and to find a resolution that supports continued economic growth and cooperation. EFC shall continue to advocate for its members and work alongside policymakers to ensure that Canada’s electrical and automation sector remains competitive and resilient.  Read EFC’s Full statement in English: https://lnkd.in/ghutHX_w Read EFC’s Full statement in French: https://lnkd.in/gMUnFqZV #Tariffs

We're looking forward to welcoming members to the 4th Annual EFC Atlantic Region Curling Funspiel tomorrow in Windsor, NS! Thank you to our lunch sponsor Stanpro (Standard Products Inc.) for their continued support of this signature event! 🥌 As a reminder for those attending: ✅ Wear warm clothing and layers. And don't forget to stretch! ✅ Bring an extra pair of dry shoes to change in. ✅ Waivers need to be signed, and will be available on-site. #EFC #Atlantic #Curling

CEMRA is at #NEMRA25! Last Night, CEMRA hosted 47 reps and guests at the Rep Roundup Dinner at Rodizio Steakhouse, Orlando! It was a great opportunity for reps to connect, network and celebrate! Today, Carol McGlogan, Nathalie Lajoie and CEMRA Chair Dave Le Cappelain, MBA, LC, CEM will be leading the CEMRA Member's Meeting prior to the ever-popular Canada Night Reception! Look for a full photo gallery and the CEMRA at NEMRA25 event update in next week's InfoElectro! #CEMRA #CEMRAatNEMRA