August 2012 Issue - Electrical Contractors Association of BC

CURRENT NEWS
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The ECABC's Mission is to
strengthen and promote the
Electrical Contracting Industry.
Our SIX Core Values:
Safety - Education - Integrity Respect - Team Work - Quality of
Life.
In this Issue...
2012
CECA Conference
Gala Dinner Dance
• 2012 CECA Conference Review
• 2012 NECA Conference:
Welcome to the summer
edition of Current News!
It has been a very busy few months for
us and our three chapters. As you will
read on the following pages we have
introduced new training courses, raised
thousands of dollars for the Food Bank
and had a terrific annual CECA
Conference in Whistler. In addition we
welcomed Ron Fettback as our new
Chairman of the Board.
With summer comes some time to
relax. While we have our feet up,
spending time enjoying our friends and
families, we are also preparing
ourselves for the fall season. I look
forward to the many events ahead
including the NECA Conference in Las
Vegas at the end of September.
In our last newsletter you learned a little
bit about our history and the ECABC
Hall of Fame. Our 60th Anniversary
continues and we celebrated our
heritage at the CECA Conference in
Whistler. We formally inducted three
new members into our Hall of
Fame...welcome Doug Hutton, George
Ingham and Hank Paquin. Before the
inductions outgoing Board Chairman
Robert Lashin recognized Bob Alger
and Danny Mott for their work and
contribution to our industry and
association. It was a great night! (Read
a complete Conference Review in this
newsletter)
Las Vegas
• ECABC Fall Training Courses
• Welcome New Members
• Remembering 60 years of
To be successful every organization
needs people working together and
we have a great team. I'd like to thank
everyone who has helped in making
our special events memorable
experiences for our members. I
appreciate the efforts of all our
volunteers, our office staff and our Hall
of Famers who work behind the scenes
contacting members and following up
on sponsorships. I especially want to
thank those who sit on the TWENTY
Committees that help plan and
promote ECABC and our three
chapters in the province. You all help
to make our association great.
History
• Chapter Reports:
- Vancouver
- Interior
- Vancouver Island
• Golf Tournament Review
• 60th Anniversary Apparel
• Sparky's Shorts
• Your Summer & Fall Planner
I hope you all have a safe and relaxing
end to your summer. Enjoy the
newsletter!
Deborah Cahill, President
60 years and counting!
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Left to right: Robert Lashin, Bob Leese, (in back) Stan Johansson, Jack Funk, George Pitman, Dennis Houle, (in back) Jerry Lane, Deborah
Cahill, Doug Hutton, (in back) Hank Paquin, Harry Friesen, (in back) Roger Pelletier, George Ingham and Wayne Dowler.
2012 CECA Conference Review: Whistler, BC; June 13 to 17
The annual CECA Conference was held in
Whistler hosted by the Canadian Electrical
Contractors Association at The Four
Seasons Resort. The theme was "A
Mountain of Possibilities" and attracted 263
attendees from across the country. It was
a busy week for us all with engaging
workshops, and interesting key note
speakers who covered subjects from new
technology, environmental issues, the
world economy and globalization of our
markets. In addition we had an
opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Whistler
with day excursions including golf, river
rafting and a helicopter glacier tour.
Many people had never been to Whistler
before and despite the poor weather, all
were captivated by the beauty of the
area.
For me, the highlight of the conference
was ECABC's Diamond Dinner on Friday
night. It was another event in ECABC's
60th anniversary celebration. The evening
featured the induction of Doug Hutton,
Doug Hutton / Hall of Fame
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George Ingham and Hank Paquin into our
Hall of Fame. The dinner was held in the
Roundhouse at the top of Whistler
Mountain. The night started with a
breathtaking 25 minute gondola ride up
the mountain. The weather cooperated
allowing a fabulous view of the village
and surrounding terrain.
Upon arrival our guests enjoyed socializing
with a Diamond Dinner cocktail reception
before dinner. Everyone had their photos
taken which they were given at the end
of the evening courtesy of our sponsors
NEDCO, FM Installations, WESCO and
MERCEDES - BENZ. Before the Hall of
Fame inductions, Robert Lashin
recognized Bob Alger and Dan Mott for
their work in the industry and with ECABC.
After the Hall of Fame inductions, I
thanked our outgoing chairman Robert
Lashin with a weekend to Seattle
including tickets to the King Tut exhibition.
On behalf of the Board and all of our
members, thank you Robert for your
leadership and hard work!
George Ingham / Hall of Fame
The conference was wrapped up on
Saturday with an ECABC Board
Meeting, Chapter Chair Meeting and
our Annual General Meeting. That
evening the conference closed with
a formal Gala Dinner and Dance
featuring the six piece band Dr.
Strangelove. It was a wonderful
evening.
Thanks again to our sponsors, our
office staff; Samaya and Lynn, our
Hall of Famers and our volunteers
who helped make the conference
and our Diamond Dinner a huge
success.
Deborah Cahill
ECABC President
Hank Paquin / Hall of Fame
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Do you want
to be more
involved with
the ECABC??
2012 NECA Conference: Las Vegas
Sept 29 to October 2 at the Mandalay Bay Resort
You can customize your convention
educational choices for pre-convention
workshops, management sessions and
technical workshops on the trade show
floor. NECA has assembled the industry's
best thought leaders to present the latest
information and technologies to help
you grow your business.
Join a Committee!
ECABC Committee members
help our association function
smoothly. It doesn't take a
lot of time and we guarantee
- you will have some fun!
If you'd like to join one of the
committees in your Chapter,
contact the chapter chair in
your area:
Vancouver:
Graham Trafford;
gtrafford@mottelectric.com
Vancouver Island:
Mike Crucil;
mcrucil@fminstallations.ca
Interior BC:
Darcy Bryant;
darcy@bryantelectric.ca
Sparky's Shorts...
you gotta be joking!
"Hey Sparky! Did you hear
the one about...?"
• We never really grow up.
We only learn how to act
in public.
• Politicians and diapers
have one thing in
common. They should be
changed regularly, and
for the same reason!
• Question: What do you
call a carpenter working
on an electrical panel?
Answer: Dead!
• Losing your head in an
emergency is a no
brainer!
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You can send your key personnel
through one track, while you cover
another. Tracks include:
This year's annual NECA Conference is
packed with educational courses, key
note speakers, workshops, entertainment
and tours. So you can customize your
learning experience the conference is
offering a number of interest area tracks
from electrical construction, energy
solutions and safety to the latest in
executive management models for
CEOs.
- Management
- Electrical
- Safety
- Energy Solutions
- Line Construction
For an information brochure and
registration form click here.
* Brochure & Form also on ECABC website
Visit NECA's website:
www.necaconvention.org
ECABC Fall Training Courses… Register Now!
ESTS Training Now Available!
Electrical Safety Training System (ESTS) - Arc Flash & Shock Training
The ECABC is proud to be working with Terry Becker, P.Eng the owner of Electrical
Safety Program Solutions INC. (ESPS).
The ESTS is a state of the art, adult oriented arc flash and shock training program. It is
fully narrated, uses photos, videos, graphics, interactive elements and a 3D Virtual
Electrical Workplace (e.g. MCC/Electrical Room) to teach the student how to apply
the tools within the CSA Z462 Workplace Electrical Safety Standards. Upon successful
completion of the course, attendees will have the knowledge and skills to mitigate or
reduce exposure to the electrical hazards of arc flash and shock.
The ESTS is a detailed and comprehensive program which usually takes students
between 4 and 6 hours to complete. You can learn at your own pace.
ESTS Training is recommended for Electrical Workers, Supervisors, Electrical Engineers,
Instrumentation Mechanics, HVAC Technicians, HSE Professionals and other workers
who need to manage or may be exposed to the electrical hazards of arc flash and
shock.
ESTS Training is always available online.
To view a demo and to enroll in Electrical Safety Training System or any of our courses
go to: www.ecabctraining.com
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The Electrical Project Supervision (EPS) Level 1:
EPS Level 1 Course
This course is available to all association members in the province. This three-day NECA
program is the first of a three-level series designed to strengthen the abilities of project
supervisors at all levels. Newer supervisors will broaden their understanding of the
responsibilities of a supervisor and learn tools and techniques to better fulfill those
responsibilities. Experienced supervisors will update their understanding of supervision,
strengthen their skills in traditional areas and develop new skills in emerging areas. Here
is our fall schedule:
- Vancouver
- Prince George
- Victoria
September 27 - 29
November 1 - 3
November 8 - 9
Basic Estimating:
This course is for those with little or no experience in estimating, and those seasoned
estimators looking to improve their skills. Materials include textbook, Manual of Labor
Units, reference books, sample drawing, and specification and work sheets for each
student. This course is a must for those who find themselves frustrated by the current bid
market and continue to question their efforts in compiling a "competitive" bid. The
principles taught will help you eliminate careless mistakes, which can cost your
company its very existence.
- Vancouver
November 13 - 16
Register Now: www.ecabctraining.com
Welcome New ECABC Members!
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Remembering 60 years of History
Apprenticeship Training
(L to R) Bill Elliot, John Rees, Ken Sewell, Dennis Gardner,
Ernie Almerling, Gus Sainus
On the Job
Early Training Materials
ECABC Trade Show Booth
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ECABC Vancouver Chapter Report
Greetings from the Vancouver
Chapter! We've had a busy few
months...
Our 12th Annual Golf Tournament was
sold out. Thanks to everyone, from our
golf committee to players, sponsors
and to Canuck's legend King Richard
Brodeur who attended again this
year. Together we helped raise over
$9,000 for the Vancouver Food Bank.
You can read the full article in this
newsletter.
The CECA Conference held in
Whistler was well attended and
congratulations to conference
organizers and our ECABC team who
planned our Hall of Fame Diamond
Dinner.
On June 20 a group of 42 members,
spouses and guests attended a
Vancouver Whitecaps soccer match
in an executive suite...the 'Caps lost
by a late New York goal but it didn't
seem to ruin our evening.
In the fall the Vancouver Chapter will
be hosting our AGM in September
featuring Grant McMillan from COCA
who will talk about the recent
legislation on stress leave and how it
could affect your business. Our new
product night in October will focus on
LED lighting products, and our Meet
and Greet in November will be held
at the Shangri La Hotel. Stay tuned
for more details on these events.
Graham Trafford,
Chapter Chair, Vancouver Chapter
Mott Electric
Charlie Park & Graham Trafford
ECABC Interior Chapter Report
We have been working towards
building our chapter and I am happy
to report that we have a few new
events planned in the coming
months. We believe with the help of
the association and the new
executive that our chapter will see
increasing numbers for our
membership and upcoming
meetings. Our goal is to build these
numbers with improved
communication and awareness
showing the advantages our
association can provide.
The work situation in the Prince
George area and including the
northern region is progressing and
very strong right now. We are
continually seeing new projects come
out for tender in both the private and
public sectors which will put pressure
on local companies to provide the
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needed services. The man power
problem will get increasingly worse as
the shortage of skilled workers is
already an issue. There is an
abundance of new apprentices in
the area but it is hard to put them to
work without the skilled journeyman
to train them.
Upcoming Special Events:
- September 19th will see our first
annual joint golf tournament with the
mechanical contractors. It is a Texas
Scramble format, so we are looking
forward to a well attended event by
players of all skill levels. Download
Golf Registration Form.
* Form also located on ECABC website.
PG with the contractors vs. the
wholesalers. We are looking at a
date this fall or early next year. Stay
tuned...
- We are also planning a Winter
Curling Fun Spiel for our Chapter at
the local curling club here in PG.
Date and details to follow.
- We will be hosting a supplier trade
show here in Prince George with a
format similar to the event planned
by the Vancouver chapter.
Have a great summer!
Darcy Bryant,
Chapter Chair, BC Interior
Bryant Electric
- Calling all hockey players! We've
started planning for a hockey night in
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ECABC Vancouver Island Chapter Report
The Vancouver Island Chapter has
kept busy this spring and summer with
a few events and we are pleased
with the feedback we've been
receiving from members and new
prospects. As you can see from the list
below we have a full schedule for the
months ahead. I would like to thank
everyone who has attended and
especially all those who helped
coordinate these events along with
the ECABC office staff. Your efforts
are much appreciated!
Our Vancouver Island Chapter Fishing
Derby was held July 5th and 6th at
the Steep Island Lodge overlooking
the ocean in the Discovery Passage
near Campbell River. It's a terrific
spot. When you're not fishing you can
relax on the huge deck and watch
the cruise ships sail by.
We kicked off our stay with an
excellent dinner followed by an
evening of friendship, foosball and
pool. We enjoyed a few refreshments
and as the evening wore on the
music got louder. We woke up to
sunshine and warm weather the next
morning and had a great day fishing.
Congratulations to Ross Richards, of
United Rentals, who pulled in the
biggest salmon at 32 lbs, and to Jake
Russell of Houle Electric who caught
the biggest rock fish - a 10 pound
cod. Other notable catches were a
29 pound spring by David Herman
and a 27 pounder by Mike Crucil. Not
everyone was as lucky as we had a
few guys get skunked.
I would like to send my thanks out to
Roy Carter, for helping organize this
event once again this year.
September 21
9th Annual Vancouver Island Golf
Tournament at Cowichan Golf & CC,
Duncan BC. Register before August 31
for $140 (incl. hst) Your fees include
green fees, power cart, burger lunch &
buffet dinner, hole in one and putting
contest and your are eligible for the
50/50 betting hole: proceeds go to the
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Vancouver
Island. It's a Texas Scramble format so all
players are welcome! Here is the
complete registration form.
* Registration form also on ECABC website.
Vancouver Island Chapter
Upcoming Events:
October 19th
Executive Board meeting
September 13th
ECA/MCA - Joint meeting at the
Ocean Front Suites at Cowichan Bay Asbestos Awareness will be the topic
of the meeting. There will also be an
optional charged seminar from 3-5:00
pm prior to the meeting. This will be a
Leed Presentation (Leadership in
Energy and Design ) Presented by
Gerrett Lim of Stantec
November 1st
Chapter Meeting in Victoria
November 24th
Christmas Party at the Beach Club in
Parksville
Mike Crucil,
Chapter Chair, Vancouver Island
FM Installations
August 11
Wine Tasting: Grand Pacific Hotel,
Victoria
Fishing Derby Attendees: Dustin Carlson, Keith Carlson, Dean Loewen, Mike Crucil, Mike
Murray, Roy Carter, Don Bayda, David Herman, Jake Russell, Jesse Slater, Roy Parkhouse,
Stephen Hobbs and Web Kimmerly.
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Vancouver ECA Chapter Executive presents a cheque to Vancouver Food Bank. From left to right: Dan Robertson, John Arnott, Deborah
Cahill, Graham Trafford, Shelly Nizar & Danielle Sharp from the Food Bank, Dennis Carlow, Phil Adams, Mark Worden & Mike Richer.
Vancouver Chapter Golf Tournament Donates Over $9,000 to Vancouver Food Bank!
Thanks to everyone who participated in the 11th annual ECABC Vancouver Chapter Golf Tournament at The Surrey Golf Club
on May 24th. Together we helped raise $9,279.34 for The Vancouver Food Bank who serves over 27,000 people each week.
The proceeds from our tournament will go towards feeding school aged children who unfortunately start their day without
breakfast. According to Vancouver Food Bank Director, Doug Aason, approximately 8,500 kids will benefit in the coming
months. In fact, each dollar raised by the ECABC Vancouver Chapter Golf Tournament, buys $3 in food. (That's over
$27,800!!)
This is a huge contribution and congratulations to all players, sponsors and our corporate partners who donated prizes and
silent auction items! THANK YOU to our golf committee for organizing one of the best tournaments we've ever had! See you
all next year!
Golf Tournament article: at bottom, Revise text to read: Watch our 2012 Golf Tournament video on ECABC's YouTube Channel:
www.youtube.com/user/ecabcTV
The video is also available on our website: www.eca.bc.ca
60th Anniversary Apparel:
Order Yours Now!
Show your ECABC Pride!
60th Anniversary logo'd apparel featuring stylish men's and ladies jackets
and shirts are available now for a limited time.
To order yours download the Order Form
* Order Form also located on our website - www.eca.bc.ca
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YOUR SUMMER & FALL Planner At A Glance…
Here is a list of upcoming events. For more information on these please contact Samaya at Member Services: memberservices@eca.bc.ca
August
September
October
November
August 11
Wine Tasting, and Play
Performance, Vancouver
Island Chapter
September 13
Joint ECA/MCA Meeting on
Vancouver Island
Location & Date TBD
Vancouver Chapter Meeting
November 1 - 3
Electrical Supervision 1 Prince George
September 19
Joint ECA/MCA Golf
Tournament in Prince George
November 8 - 10
Electrical Supervision 1 Victoria
September 21
Vancouver Island Golf
Tournament
November 13 - 16
Basic Estimating Vancouver
September 25
Vancouver Chapter AGM at
Metro Town Hilton 5:00 pm
November 15
Vancouver Meet & Greet Shangri-La Hotel: 5:00 pm
September 27 - 29
Course: Electrical Supervision
Level 1, September 27 - 29
September 29 - Oct 2
NECA Conference, Las Vegas
Thanks again to our Hall of Fame Diamond Dinner Sponsors:
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