BCEA Power Up
June 5, 2025
Product Care Association of Canada
Member News
 

BRAMPTON, ON, May 27, 2025 – Sonepar is pleased to announce the promotion of Rob Thibeault to President Robertson Electric effective June 2, 2025.

Rob joined Robertson in 2017, bringing with him extensive experience in retail and marketing. Rob’s skill and dedication quickly saw him taking on additional responsibilities in operations, pricing, and analytics. Demonstrating a keen understanding of the business, Rob's role evolved, culminating in his progression to general business leadership under the guidance of President Rick Campbell.

Following the acquisition of Robertson by Sonepar in 2024, Rob’s guidance and insight have been invaluable to the acquisition process and its early success. His multifaceted experience and strategic insights have been instrumental in driving the integration with Sonepar forward, ensuring continuous growth and innovation throughout the organization.

In his new position as President, Rob will become a member of Sonepar’s Executive Leadership Team, reporting directly to Sonepar Canada Interim President, Serge Leblanc. With Rob transitioning to the role of President at Robertson, Robertson’s current president Rick Campell, will move to the newly created role of Executive Advisor at Sonepar Canada.

Sonepar is grateful to have Rick step into this new role, where his expertise will be leveraged on key strategic projects across the Sonepar Canada network. Under Rick’s leadership Robertson grew to become a leading national distributor in Canada. Rick is highly respected not only among Robertson associates, but across the electrical industry by vendors, customers and competitors alike. In his new position, Rick will continue to provide transitional leadership at Robertson, while lending his expertise to other areas of the business.

Congratulations to Rob as he takes on this significant leadership role and to Rick as he transitions to a broader advisory role within Sonepar.

Events
  
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

Par Sponsor: City Electric Supply

Tickets and sponsorships are on sale now at the link below.
 
We are happy to announce that our annual golf tournament at Morgan Creek Golf Course is back for its 34th year! On Tuesday July 15, 2024, the shotgun start will be at 1:30pm. Your ticket includes your round of golf, golf cart, lunch voucher, and dinner.
Thank you to our sponsors: IPEX, Guillevin, Bartle & Gibson, CES, EECOL, EB Horsman & Son, Wesco, Sunbelt Rentals, and Core One Consulting!
 
Date: July 3, 2025


Mac’s II Agencies is keeping the Canada Day spirit alive with a festive Open House—join them for food, fun, and friendly faces! 

Come meet the Mac’s II team, connect with their proudly Canadian manufacturers, and much more! Click the link to see what’s in store and save the date, eh?!

 
EECOL Electric - Langley
Education
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
B.C., Yukon sign MOU to advance clean electricity corridor
The Province of British Columbia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Government of Yukon to explore and advance the planning of a future connection between the Yukon and British Columbia electrical grids.

Source: BC Gov News
Canada had big EV battery recycling plans, but without regulations it's the 'Wild West,' expert warns
A few years ago, Li-Cycle was one of the biggest players in electric vehicle battery recycling in North America, providing a roadmap to a circular, sustainable economy for electric vehicles. 

Source: CBC News
EECOL Electric - Langley
IPEX Inc.