BCEA Power Up
April 17, 2025
Product Care Association of Canada
Events
  
BCEA's Island Committee presents a Self-Defence for Women, 2-day class at the Victoria Judo Club starting at 10am on May 3rd and May 10th. Empower yourself with confidence and safety by joining this class, which features two sessions of essential strategies and techniques taught by certified female black belt judo instructors. Don't miss this opportunity to learn important skills to feel secure in any situation. 

Only 15 people can attend these sessions, so sign up fast at the link below!
 
Back for its 4th year, BCEA Women's Network's THRIVE Summit will take place on May 8th at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel from 8:30am-5pm. This conference centres around women in leadership and provides attendees with important takeaways to improve their professional lives.

Our keynote speakers are Selina Robinson, former MLA and Finance Minister, and Lindsay Benard from Dale Carnegie.

Change Sponsors: Wesco, Eaton, and IPEX

Inspire Sponsor: Mac's II Agencies

Tickets and sponsorships are on sale now at the link below.
 
 
Join our Island Committee for their annual golf tournament at Olympic View Golf Course in Victoria on May 13th. The shotgun start will be at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $250 for members and $350 for non-members and include a lunch voucher, golf cart, round of golf, and dinner.

Ace Sponsors: City Electric Supply, and Brite-Lite

Get your tickets and sponsorships at the link below!
 
  
Join our Interior members this summer at our annual Okanagan Golf Tournament at Sunset Ranch Golf and Country Club on June 11th, with a shotgun start at 1:30pm. Professional long driver & trick shot artist, Mike Lowe, will be in attendance at our feature fundraising hole hitting drives for BCEAs Scholarship Fund. Donate and have a chance to win a golf trip of a lifetime!

Ace Sponsor: Guillevin International

Tickets and sponsorships are on sale now at the link below.
Date: April 22, 2025 @ 10am

Spark'd Sessions: Cooper Lighting MarketPro Update

Mac's II Agencies brings you an exclusive Cooper Lighting MarketPro Update, packed with the latest product launches, enhancements, and transitions you need to know. This session will cover:
🔹SMX Family – Explore the sleek, scalable, and efficient new lineup
🔹HLB/LTC Updates – What’s new and what’s improved
🔹UHBS2 – Next-gen high bay performance
🔹WPM Update/Transition – Key changes and what to expect

Whether you’re a contractor, distributor, or specifier, this session is your go-to source for staying ahead of the curve with Cooper Lighting’s evolving lineup.

 
EECOL Electric - Langley
Education
  
Ready to elevate your leadership? The Art of Leadership Women is returning to Calgary, Vancouver, Ottawa, and Toronto! This one-day conference features an inspiring lineup of speakers sharing actionable strategies and insights on today’s most critical leadership challenges. Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to develop your leaders, engage your talent, and build high-performing teams. Join us for an empowering day of learning, networking, and women’s leadership. Use promo code BCEA45 and save $50 per pass, or save $100 per pass for groups of 5 or more. Register at the link below today!
Basic Electricity Course – Online
Registration for our online Basic Electricity Course is now live. This course is a great primer for anyone new to the industry or who wants a refresher on the more basic aspects of the supply chain industry. The cost is $299 GST for members and $399 GST for non-members. Upon registration, you can complete the course at your own pace.
BCIT Training Courses

Member company BCIT offers many electrical training courses to keep your credentials up to date. Explore the following options:
 
TELC-0208, FSR Electrical Code Continuing Education, various training options available 

(now teaching 2024 Canadian Electrical Code)

TELC-0107 Electrical Code-50 Hour 
TELC-0144 Low Energy Electrical Worker 
TELC-0161 High Voltage

Member Benefits
Group Health Plans
BCEA is partnered with ICBA to launch our own group benefit plans to give our members competitive rates and top-notch service in offering group health, dental, retirement, and other benefits. These benefits are great for your workers, their families, and your bottom line.
 
Need a plan? BCEA Benefits can help you find a cost-effective option. Already have a plan? We can review the performance of your current benefit plan to find opportunities for improvement and cost savings. Visit our benefits home page for more information.
IPEX Inc.
In the Media
Manitoba ends some electricity exports to U.S., with plans to turn northward
Two hydroelectric contracts with a Minnesota utility expire at the end of this month, Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew said Monday, which will redirect a combined 500 megawatts of power to domestic uses.

Source: MSN
Canada Has Answer to Energy Needs in AI Race, Ex-Google CEO Says
Former Google chief Eric Schmidt recently observed that Canada could win the global AI race due to the country's abundant access to hydroelectricity — if the country is able to cooperate with the US.

Source: Financial Post
EECOL Electric - Langley
IPEX Inc.