BCEA Power Up
July 3, 2025
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Member News
 
Annual General Assembly is set on July 24


We’re excited to invite you to the 101st Annual General Meeting of the BC Electrical Association, taking place Thursday, July 24 at 12:00 PM (Noon) via Zoom. This is a free virtual event for all BCEA members.

As a non-profit organization, it’s essential we meet our provincial requirements—and your voice makes a difference.

Let’s continue shaping the future of our industry—together. We look forward to connecting with you on July 24!


 
Events
 
Morgan Creek Golf Tournament
Get ready for an amazing day on the greens! The annual golf tournament at Morgan Creek Golf Course is fast approaching, celebrating its 34th year on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Your ticket includes a round of golf, a golf cart, a lunch voucher and dinner.
We would like to extend our gratitude to our sponsors:  IPEX, Guillevin, Bartle & Gibson, CES, EECOL, EB Horsman & Son, Wesco, Sunbelt Rentals, Xradar, City Electric, Core One Consulting and Aerotek!
 
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. Ferries will no longer allow tow trucks with non-operational EVs on board
 As people make plans for the Canada Day weekend, it’s important to be prepared and stay safe as warm temperatures, dry conditions and wildfire risk continue in many parts of the province.
People are encouraged to stay vigilant and up to date on local fire bans and restrictions, and have an emergency plan in place that is shared with friends and family.

Source: CBC News
Doubling Pace of Construction over Next Decade Would Restore Housing Affordability to 2019 levels
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) released new estimates on Canada’s housing supply gaps, showing that a return to housing affordability levels last seen in 2019 will require between 430k and 480k new housing units to be built annually over the next decade. This is an approximate doubling of the current pace of home construction in Canada. 

Source: Electrical Industry
EECOL Electric - Langley