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Great jobs!Competitive salaries and benefits

Aggressive career paths

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Be a part of the electrical, electronics and telecommunications industries

Apply For $120,000 in Scholarships

ApplicAt

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DeADline:

MAy 31, 20

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CANADA

2015 SPONSORS:

Attracting and Engagingthe New Workforce

ChAir’S MESSAGE

Engaging university and college students is critical in our industry. As a result, I am excited as 2015 Chair to continue the momentum on the successful 2014 EFC Scholarship program as this year we are awarding $120,500 across 52 scholarships.

View the list of the 2014 recipients at www.electrofed.com/scholarships.The scholarship program is more than funding students. It is an opportunity to promote our industry

in every Canadian university and college and showcase the electrical industry as a viable career choice in Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Management, Operations, Information Technology and Human Resources.

With this being the 20th year of the scholarship program, we have achieved a record $120,500 target! The program delivers a wide-range of offerings from manufacturers, distributors and associations. Students are encouraged to explore all scholarship opportunities and apply at www.efcscholarship.fluidreview.com. This brochure provides details and application requirements for each scholarship with additional information at www.electrofed.com/scholarship-program. Students receiving scholarships are also introduced to our EFC members through visits to their offices and facilities to learn about the many opportunities that exist.

Thank you to the committed EFC Scholarship Committee for their hard work and to every member that makes this initiative possible. I look forward to sharing the 2015 scholarship recipients this coming fall.

Joris MynyChair, EFC Scholarship Program, Siemens Canada LimitedSr. Vice President, Digital Factory DivisionProcess Industries & Drives Division

EFC Thanks Supporters on Page 10

52 ScholarShipS available

ArE yoU EliGiBlE?All applicants must be Canadian citizens who have completed at least their first year of study, have maintained a minimum 75% average* and be registered in a full-time eligible post-secondary degree or diploma program at a recognized Canadian university or college. Applicants may apply for a total of only three scholarships. Some scholarships require EFC member affiliation; view membership list at www.electrofed.com/about/members.

For EFC scholarships, preference will be given to those applicants who are pursuing post-secondary education in a discipline which targets a career in the Electrical industry, such as Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technologist, Electrical Technician, Certified Electrical Technologist, Industrial Distribution, and Business Administration. For corporate scholarships, please refer to the eligibility criteria of the individual sponsors. For more information, visit efcscholarship.fluidreview.com.

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*Electro-Federation Canada reserves the right to request verification of any information submitted by an applicant. All winners will be asked to mail an official transcript prior to the scholarship being confirmed and awarded. An independent committee determines all final selections. All decisions are final and not eligible for appeal.

Now in its 20th year, the EFC Scholarship Program connects the brightest Canadian students with exciting careers in the Electrical, Electronics and Telecommunications Industries!

CorPoraTE-SPoNSorEd SCholarShIPS:■ ThE aFFIlIaTEd dISTrIbuTorS, ElECTrICal INduSTry SCholarShIP award - $3,500 ■ burNdy CaNada INC. aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500■ CoNvECTaIr SuSTaINablE dEvEloPmENT SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ EaToN awardS oF aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT - $3,500 (Two avaIlablE)■ E.b. horSmaN & SoN SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ FraNklIN EmPIrE SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ GE lIGhTING CaNada CommuNITy lEadErShIP award - $3,500■ GErrIE ElECTrIC mEmorIal SCholarShIP award- $3,500■ Graybar CaNada award oF ExCEllENCE SCholarShIP - $3,500■ hPS ouTSTaNdING ElECTrICal SCholar award - $3,500■ hubbEll CaNada lP “ElECTrICal INduSTry lEadErShIP “ SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ IdEal SuPPly SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ kErrwIl’S J.w. kErr CoNTINuING EduCaTIoN SCholarShIP award - $3,500 ■ oSram SylvaNIa SCholarShIP aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500■ PhIlIPS lIGhTING CoNTINuING EduCaTIoN award - $3,500■ rabC wIllIam Taylor SCholarShIP IN radIoCommuNICaTIoNS award - $3,500■ rab dESIGN lIGhTING award oF ExCEllENCE - $3,500■ SChNEIdEr ElECTrIC STudENT mErIT award - $5,000■ SIEmENS CaNada aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT awardS - $3,500 (Four avaIlablE)■ SoNEPar CaNada SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ STaNdard™ rECoGNITIoN oF ExCEllENCE award - $3,500■ STElPro SCholarShIP 360: ENErGIzING PoTENTIal - $3,500■ ThomaS & bETTS SCholarShIP award - $3,500■ wESCo STudENT aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500

aSSoCIaTIoN-SPoNSorEd SCholarShIPS■ bob dyEr/oEl aPPrENTICEShIP SCholarShIP awardS - $500 EaCh (FIvE avaIlablE)■ EFC uNIvErSITy aNd CollEGE SCholarShIPS - $1,000 EaCh (14 avaIlablE)■ EFC aTlaNTIC rEGIoN SCholarShIPS - $1,000 EaCh (FIvE avaIlablE)

SuPPorTErS: brk FIrE SaFETy, dalTCo ElECTrIC SuPPly lTd, dElTa TraNSFormErS, ElECTrozad, GrEENlEE TExTroN, hammoNd maNuFaCTurING ComPaNy lTd., IPEx INC., lEGraNd, lEvIToN, oSCaN ElECTrICal SuPPlIES lTd., rITTal SySTEmS lTd., S&C ElECTrIC, ShawFlEx, uNdErwrITErS laboraTorIES oF CaNada

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aFFIlIaTEd dISTrIbuTorS, ElECTrICal INduSTry SCholarShIP award - $3,500

The Affiliated Distributors (AD) Electrical Industry Scholarship will be awarded to either a family member of current Affiliate employees or a family member of any AD Canada Affiliate customer. The scholarship will be for a student in any post-secondary institution across Canada who has successfully completed at least the first year of any degree, diploma or electrical apprenticeship program. Priority

will be given to students who have an electrical or electronics concentration. The successful student will have above-average marks in their current program and will have shown leadership in their school and community.

For a complete list of the ad Canada Distributors who serve the electrical supply needs of contractors and industrial customers from coast-to-coast throughout Canada, visit http://bit.ly/uzm8yd. And for more information regarding Affiliated Distributors, www.adhq.com.

CANADA

burNdy CaNada INC. aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500

The Burndy Canada Inc. Academic Achievement Award will be granted to a college or university student who has completed at least one year of study in any area related to the Electrical Industry. Applicants must be either a current employee of Burndy Canada Inc. or related to someone currently employed with

our company. In addition any applicant that is employed or related to a current employee of any Electrical Distributor or Manufacturer in the Canadian Electrical Industry can also apply.

Burndy Canada Inc. is a leader in Connectors, Tools and Supplies and is committed to elevating our industry through formal education. It is our goal to assist people in their pursuit of a career in this great Industry. For more information, visit www.burndy.com.

CoNvECTaIr SuSTaINablE dEvEloPmENT SCholarShIP award - $3,500

The Convectair Sustainable Development Scholarship Award is available for any college or university student across Canada in sustainable development, engineering (electrical & mechanical) and electronics

and environmental studies. The award is open to students who have completed at least one year of academic studies with an above-average mark all the while demonstrating leadership. It is available to any employee or a relative of a full-time employee of any Electro-Federation Canada member. For information on Convectair, visit www.convectair.ca.

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GE lIGhTING CaNada CommuNITy lEadErShIP award - $3,500The GE Lighting Canada Community Leadership Award will be granted to an undergraduate university student in either an Engineering or Business program who has completed at least their first year of study with a minimum cumulative average of 80% and has also established a commitment to community service through volunteerism. From jet engines to power generation, consumer products to industrial systems, and medical imaging to news and information, GE Lighting people worldwide are dedicated to turning imaginative ideas

into leading products and services that help solve some of the world’s toughest problems. The GE Lighting family is committed to the communities in which we live and work. Whether it is building playgrounds in disadvantaged neighbourhoods, or strengthening schools to help more students get to college, or sharing their love of reading with young children, the people at GE Lighting are making a difference year round. For more information, visit www.ge.com/canada and www.gelighting.com.

FraNklIN EmPIrE SCholarShIP award - $3,500The Franklin Empire Scholarship Award is granted to a university, college, or trade school student, in Quebec or Ontario, who demonstrates academic excellence. Eligible students must have completed two years of study in the field of electrical apprenticeship, electrical technician, engineering/technology (electrical, mechanical, industrial), or a discipline related to the electrical industry. Applicants must have maintained an average of 80%.

The winning candidate will also be given consideration for summer employment and permanent employment with Franklin Empire upon completion of their studies.

Franklin Empire is a family-owned electrical distribution company since 1942. With 20 branches across Quebec and Ontario and four assembly and repair shops, Franklin Empire is proud to be the largest independent electrical distributor in Canada. For more information, visit www.feinc.com.

E.b. horSmaN & SoN SCholarShIP award - $3,500The E.B. Horsman & Son (EBH) Scholarship will be for a student attending any post-secondary institute in a region where EBH is located. The student will have successfully completed at least their first year of study in electrical apprenticeship, electrical technician, engineering/technology electrical, or a discipline

related to the electrical industry. The successful student must have above-average marks in their current program and shown leadership in their business community.

Preference will be given to relatives of EBH, its customers and its supplier partners. The winning candidate will also be given consideration for summer or permanent employment with EBH. Founded in 1900, E.B. Horsman & Son is an independently-owned, full-line electrical distributor. They have 20 locations in Western Canada.  For more information, visit www.ebhorsman.com.

EaToN awardS oF aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT - $3,500 (Two avaIlablE)

The Eaton Awards of Academic Achievement are granted to university or college students who have completed at least one year of academic studies with a minimum 80% average (2.5 GPA) whose parent/legal guardian is a full-time employee of an Electro-Federation Canada member in good standing. In addition, the winning students

will be given consideration for either a permanent or summer employment position with Eaton’s Electrical Sector in Canada.Eaton’s electrical business is a global leader with expertise in power distribution and circuit protection; backup power protection;

control and automation; lighting and security; structural solutions and wiring devices; solutions for harsh and hazardous environments; and engineering services. Eaton is positioned through its global solutions to answer today’s most critical electrical power management challenges.

Eaton is a power management company with 2013 sales of $22.0 billion. Eaton provides energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton has approximately 103,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more information, visit www.eaton.com.

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hPS ouTSTaNdING ElECTrICal SCholar award - $3,500The HPS Outstanding Electrical Scholar Award, valued at $3,500, is granted to an Ontario or Quebec university / college student currently enrolled in an approved post-secondary electrical program. Eligible students must have completed at least their second year of study in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Electrical Technician, Electrical Technologist, Industrial Electrician, or working towards

completing an electrical apprenticeship. Students must demonstrate a minimum cumulative average of 75% to be considered, and preference will be given to students who commit to their industry through active membership with OACETT and/ or PEO, or to those who demonstrate active leadership in their school or community.

Hammond Power Solutions Inc. (www.hammondpowersolutions.com) is a North American leader for the design and manufacture of dry-type custom electrical engineered magnetics, electrical dry-type and cast resin transformers. Leading-edge engineering capabilities, high-quality products, and responsive service to customers’ needs have all served to establish HPS as a technical and innovative leader in the electrical and electronic industries.

hubbEll CaNada lP “ElECTrICal INduSTry lEadErShIP” SCholarShIP award - $3,500The Scholarship will be awarded to a student enrolled in a Canadian university who has completed at least their first year of study in Business, Engineering or Science with a minimum cumulative average of 80%. The scholarship will recognize a student who has a demonstrated interest in a career path that will drive innovation and leadership in the electrical industry in Canada.

Hubbell Inc. continues to design and deliver high quality, innovative electrical products and services – our legacy since 1888. A socially responsible organization, the company is focused on product and market development to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, and is considered an “all-in” player in promoting the health and prosperity of the electrical business in Canada. For more information, visit www.hubbellonline.com.

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Graybar CaNada award oF ExCEllENCE SCholarShIP - $3,500The Graybar Canada Award of Excellence Scholarship will be granted to a student who has completed their first year of post-secondary education in either a business program, general arts, IT or a discipline related to the electrical industry and have maintained a minimum cumulative average of at least 80%. The successful applicant will also have demonstrated a passion for community service with a clear vision

towards their future. The winning applicant will also be given consideration for a either a permanent or summer employment position with Graybar Canada.

Graybar Canada, an employee-owned company, is a wholesale distributor for thousands of items from leading manufacturers of electrical and communications and data products. Graybar Canada operates over 30 locations across the country. We are proud to support those students in their quest for higher education! For more information, visit www.graybarcanada.com.

GErrIE ElECTrIC mEmorIal SCholarShIP award - $3,500The Gerrie Electric Memorial Scholarship Award will be granted to a student entering second year at Ontario college or university in the field of electrical apprenticeship, electrical engineering technology, or electrical technician. This scholarship is in memory of Tim Strickland who demonstrated dedication and commitment to our company, his customers and a passion to give back by mentoring students. Eligible students

must have demonstrated community service through volunteerism, have achieved a cumulative average of 75%, be a Canadian citizen, and preference will be given to relatives of Gerrie Electric, its customers and its vendor partners. In addition, the successful students will be granted the opportunity to have an interview with Gerrie Electric upon completion of their studies.

Gerrie is a 23-location regional wholesale distributor in Electric Supply, Lighting, Automation, Project Services, Supply Chain Solutions, IP Network, Process and Clean Energy. They are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in Canada. For more information, visit www.gerrie.com.

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oSram SylvaNIa SCholaSTIC aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500

The OSRAM SYLVANIA Scholastic Achievement Award is granted to a university student who has completed at least the second year of study with a minimum cumulative average of 85%. Eligible fields of study include electrical and mechanical engineering and business administration. OSRAM SYLVANIA is one of the largest lighting manufacturers in the world and is committed to environmental responsibility

through innovative and energy efficient lighting products and systems that deliver maximum performance without sacrificing the quality of light. The company sells products for homes, businesses and vehicles primarily under the SYLVANIA brand name, and also under the OSRAM brand. With Canadian headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario, OSRAM SYLVANIA is the North American operation of OSRAM AG, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Siemens. For more information, visit www.sylvania.com.

PhIlIPS lIGhTING CoNTINuING EduCaTIoN award - $3,500

The Philips Lighting Continuing Education Award will be granted to a college or university student who has completed at least one year of study in the electrical trade, engineering, IT or business disciplines. Applicants must be either a current employee or relative of someone currently employed within the

Canadian Electrical Industry including electrical distributors, electrical engineers, lighting specifiers and electrical contractors.Philips Lighting is the Canadian and Global leader in lighting providing lighting solutions, electronics and controls for the commercial,

industrial, residential and institutional markets. For more information, visit www.philips.ca.

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IdEal SuPPly SCholarShIP award - $3,500Ideal Supply Company is a full-line electrical distributor doing business in South Western Ontario since 1926. Based in Listowel and operating 30 branch locations, Ideal associates focus on “working as a team to provide great customer service”. The Company has a history of attracting great people who develop their careers and progress through various roles.

The Ideal Supply scholarship program will be awarded to a student who best demonstrates that their professional ambitions align with the goals and culture of the Ideal Supply organization.  Candidates must be entering into an electrical or electronic related program or apprenticeship in an Ontario college or University.  Additional consideration will be given to students who have achieved an accumulated average of 75% or greater, are Canadian citizens, and have displayed ongoing community engagement. For more information, visit www.idealsupply.com.

kErrwIl’S J.w. kErr CoNTINuING EduCaTIoN SCholarShIP award - $3,500 The Kerrwil’s J.W. Kerr Continuing Education Scholarship Award presented in the memory of Kerrwil’s Founder J.W. (Jack) Kerr. The Kerrwil Scholarship Award is granted to a university or college graduate in a Canadian school, who has completed at least their second year in a Engineering or Business program with a minimum cumulative

average of 75% with a desire to drive forward in a marketing, product management in the electrical industry. Applicants must be either a current employee or relative of someone currently employed within the Canadian Electrical industry, including electrical wholesale, electrical equipment manufacturing representatives or electrical manufacturing. Founded in 1964, Kerrwil is the oldest privately-held publishing company in Canada with a solid electrical industry focus and is a member of Magazines Canada, Canadian Business Media and supports best practices in publishing. Kerrwil offers a broad range of career business positions including positions in marketing, database development, journalism, and management. To learn more about Kerrwil, please visit www.electricalindustry.ca or www.electrical wholesaler.electricalindustry.ca.

rab dESIGN lIGhTING award oF ExCEllENCE - $3,500The RAB Design Lighting Award of Excellence is granted to a Canadian university or college student who has completed at least their first year of study in an Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering program. Students must demonstrate a minimum overall average of at least 75%.

RAB Design Lighting Inc. is a Canadian owned and operated company servicing the electrical distribution market with quality products and exceptional service for more than 40 years. In addition to RAB Design’s broad range of HID and incandescent products, the Company is committed to energy conservation with its extensive line of LED products. For more information visit www.rabdesign.ca.

rabC wIllIam Taylor SCholarShIP IN radIoCommuNICaTIoNS award - $3,500The RABC William Taylor Scholarship will be granted to an engineering student who has completed at least their second year in an accredited Canadian University and plans on pursuing a career in telecommunications. The winner will demonstrate both academic excellence and a continuing contribution to their community at large. The Radio Advisory Board of Canada is an “association of associations” which represents most sectors of the radiocommunication business in Canada including, manufacturers, wireless

carriers and service providers, network operators, broadcasters, public safety and national security radio network operators, and users. The Board also provides the Government of Canada with broadly-based, unbiased and expert technical advice regarding the management and use of the radio frequency spectrum in Canada. For more information, visit www.rabc-cccr.ca/about.cfm.

SChNEIdEr ElECTrIC STudENT mErIT award - $5,000The Schneider Electric Student Merit Award is granted to a University, College or Apprenticeship student. Eligible students must have completed at least their first year of study in Engineering, Business Administration or an Electrical Apprenticeship program, and maintained a minimum cumulative average of 85%. As a global specialist in energy management with operations in more

than 100 countries, Schneider Electric offers integrated solutions across multiple market segments, including leadership positions in Energy and Infrastructure, Industrial Processes, Building Automation, and Data Centres/Networks, as well as a broad presence in Residential Applications. Focused on making energy safe, reliable, and efficient, the company’s 150,000 plus employees have achieved sales of 23.6 billion euros in 2013, through an active commitment to help individuals and organizations “Make the most of their energy”. For more information, visit www.schneider-electric.ca.

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SIEmENS CaNada aCadEmIC aChIEvEmENT awardS - $3,500 (Four avaIlablE)The Siemens Canada Academic Awards are granted to university or college students who have completed at least their second year of study in an electrical, mechanical engineering/technology program with a minimum 80% average. Recipients of the Academic Achievement Award may also be given consideration

for either permanent or summer employment. For more than 100 years the innovative ideas from Siemens have helped make Canada a better place. From the Atlantic to Pacific oceans, more than 4,500 employees in Canada work together to provide answers that last in the fields of industry, energy, healthcare and infrastructure solutions for cities. For more information, visit www.siemens.ca.

SoNEPar CaNada SCholarShIP award - $3,500The Sonepar Canada Scholarship Award is granted to a University or College student in a Canadian school, who has completed at least their second year in an Engineering or Business program with a minimum cumulative average of 80%. The successful candidate will have the opportunity and obligation to come and spend some time within our business to understand the career paths available to university or college grads in Sonepar Canada.

Sonepar Canada is a national family of the finest locally managed electrical and safety wholesalers. We are a member of the Sonepar Group, the world’s largest privately-held electrical distributor. The Sonepar Group is present

in more than 35 countries with approximately 2,100 locations and 32,000 employees. In Canada, we are represented in six provinces by CenturyVallen, Dixon Electric, Gescan, Lumen, Texcan, Osso Electric, and Sesco.Sonepar’s business is the B2B technical distribution of electrical materials and related products and services. Sonepar offers a full range of job opportunities including a solid career stream in warehousing, sales, technical specialists and management. We feel the scholarship program is an integral part of supporting the ongoing attraction of solid contributors to our business and providing an exciting and challenging career opportunity. To learn about Sonepar Canada please visit www.soneparcanada.com.

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STaNdard™ rECoGNITIoN oF ExCEllENCE award - $3,500The Standard™ Recognition of Excellence Award is granted to a Canadian university or college student who demonstrates academic excellence. Eligible students must have completed two years of study in business administration/commerce and must have maintained a minimum cumulative average of 80%.   Standard

Products Inc. is a privately-held, family-owned Canadian supplier of lighting solutions to the commercial, industrial and residential markets. Based in Montreal, Standard has 30 years of experience in the industry, and was recognized as one of “Canada’s Best Managed Companies” for the last four years, by program partners, National Post, CIBC, Deloitte and the Queens School of Business. For more information, visit www.standardpro.com.

STElPro SCholarShIP 360: ENErGIzING PoTENTIal - $3,500 This scholarship will be offered to a native Quebec resident, studying within the province, whose academic and/or professional path has led them to pursue a career in the electrical industry. Eligible candidates must be enrolled in either a vocational training program, college or university degree program. The recipient will have distinguished themself by a well-rounded portfolio of achievement both academically and personally.  The selection committee will be comprised of members of the Stelpro executive team and the successful recipient will be called on to receive their scholarship at Stelpro’s head office and manufacturing facility in Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec.

Stelpro is a family-owned business, whose roots have been established in Quebec since 1981.  A lead ing North American manufacturer of electric heating products, Stelpro offers a vast product selection designed with your comfort in mind. For more information on their 360 global comfort solution, visit www.stelpro.com.

wESCo STudENT aChIEvEmENT award - $3,500The WESCO Student Achievement Award is granted to a university or college student. Eligible students must have completed at least their first year of study in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or business administration, and maintained a minimum cumulative average of 80%. In addition, the winning student will be given consideration for either a permanent or summer employment position with WESCO Distribution Canada.

WESCO is a leading distributor of electrical construction products and electrical and industrial maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) supplies. But, we are more than just a distributor. We are an entrepreneurial company that is customer-driven, market-focused, and solution-savvy, striving to deliver value, service, and results that exceed customer expectations. For more information, visit www.wesco.ca.

ThomaS & bETTS SCholarShIP award - $3,500The Thomas & Betts Scholarship Award is more than a scholarship – it’s an opportunity to change your life by

demonstrating your determination to succeed. The Thomas & Betts Award will be granted to a student who has completed at least the second year of a post-secondary program in engineering (industrial, mechanical or electrical)

or in operation management, who has maintained a minimum cumulative average of 75%, and who has demonstrated community involvement.Thomas & Betts, a member of the ABB Group of companies, is a global leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of essential

components used to manage the connection, distribution and reliability of electrical power in industrial, construction and utility applications. With a portfolio of over 200,000 products marketed under more than 45 premium brand names, Thomas & Betts products are found wherever electricity is used.

The company has a strong Canadian presence, with eight manufacturing facilities across the country, a distribution centre in Bromont, Quebec and headquarters in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. 80% of the company’s products sold in Canada are manufactured in Canada. For more information, visit www.tnb.ca.

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Electrical Business Group is the 2015 media sponsor. For 50 years, Electrical Business has been the “go to” resource for Canada’s electrical community, publishing articles, news and more for the benefit of our electrical contractors, engineers, maintenance workers, inspectors, utilities, codes & standards bodies, etc.

Beyond our flagship, Electrical Business magazine, the EBMag family has grown over the years to include L’industrie électrique (a Quebec-based, French-language magazine), Distribution & Supply (for our friends in the

channel), a flourishing website, biweekly newsletters, industry videos, photo galleries and more. No other media outlet in Canada criss-crosses our great nation nearly as much as the EBMag team members... to show our solidarity with electrical professionals everywhere, and to not only report on what’s happening in our industry, but to be an integral part of the electrical community. For more information, visit www.Ebmag.com.

bob dyEr/oEl aPPrENTICEShIP SCholarShIPS - $500 (FIvE avaIlablE)In memory of Bob Dyer, a long-time Board member, past Chair (1995) and Chapter member, the Ontario Electrical League (OEL) is offering five electrical apprenticeship scholarships valued at $500 each. The Scholarships will be awarded to apprentices who have, within the last 12 months, completed any of the levels of schooling at an approved Ontario College Electrical Apprenticeship program, with at least a 75% average.

They must also be an OEL member company employee or an immediate relative of an OEL member company employee (see www.oel.org for a complete list of member companies). For more information, visit www.oel.org.

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ONTARIO ELECTRICAL LEAGUE

EFC aTlaNTIC rEGIoN SCholarShIPS - $1,000 (Five available)To be awarded to students enrolled full-time in a two-year electrical/electronics program at either Nova Scotia Community College, New Brunswick Community College or PEI Holland College. $1,000 scholarships are available. Students must successfully complete their first year of study with a minimum 75% average. Funds will be paid directly toward the students’ second-year tuition.

EFC uNIvErSITy aNd CollEGE SCholarShIPS - $1,000 (14 available)The EFC university and college scholarships are granted to 14 students. Eligible students must have completed at least their first year of study in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or business administration, and maintained a minimum cumulative average of 75%.

These scholarships are funded by these organizations:

Supporters:

For more information, visit www.electrofed.com/scholarship-program/

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