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Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta The Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta is the voice of the electrical industry in Alberta. courses

ECAA is an Association who's membership consists of:


•Electrical Contractors (member firms), employing both union and non-union labor
•Associate Members, meaning any person who is actively engaged in the activities associated with electrical contracting
•Honorary Members who have received special nomination in appreciation for distinguished services to or in the interests of the Association
•Lifetime Members who are retired persons from the Association and meet the merit guidelines established by the Nominating Committee
•P.E.C. or Professional Electrical Contractors, those persons who are master electricians taking out electrical permits on behalf of a person engaged in electrical contracting and successfully completed the course work and examinations required by the Professional Education Program
•P.E.C. Student Membership, those persons who made application and are enrolled in the P.E.C.

⚡ CODE QUIZ ANSWER ⚡The correct answer is B) 40%!Per CEC Table 8, the maximum allowable percentage fill by internal cros...
10/20/2026

⚡ CODE QUIZ ANSWER ⚡

The correct answer is B) 40%!

Per CEC Table 8, the maximum allowable percentage fill by internal cross-sectional area is 53% for one conductor, 31% for two conductors, and 40% for three or more conductors.

The two-conductor figure is the one that surprises people. It's the tightest of the three, because two round conductors nested in a round raceway leave more unusable space than three do.

Did you get it right? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🗓️ THE REST OF OCTOBER AT ECAA 🗓️A PEC course, a free webinar and a chapter meeting up north are still to come on the Oc...
10/18/2026

🗓️ THE REST OF OCTOBER AT ECAA 🗓️

A PEC course, a free webinar and a chapter meeting up north are still to come on the October calendar. Register at the links below.

💵 Making Sense of Your Financial Statements, October 22, online webinar, 7:00 to 8:30 PM
https://members.ecaa.ab.ca/events/Details/making-sense-of-your-financial-statements-1902912?sourceTypeId=Website

🔌 NW Chapter Meeting, October 29 at Better Than Fred's, 9903 101 Street, Grande Prairie, 5:30 to 7:00 PM
https://members.ecaa.ab.ca/events/Details/nw-chapter-meeting-oct-1933687?sourceTypeId=Website

⚡ CODE QUIZ! ⚡Here's one that decides whether a run goes in clean or gets pulled back out.You're installing three or mor...
10/15/2026

⚡ CODE QUIZ! ⚡

Here's one that decides whether a run goes in clean or gets pulled back out.

You're installing three or more conductors in a conduit or tubing. Per CEC Table 8, what is the maximum percentage of the raceway's internal cross-sectional area those conductors may occupy?

A) 31%
B) 40%
C) 53%
D) 60%

No peeking at the Code book. Drop your answer below 👇 We'll post the answer next week.

🎙️ IN OUR MEMBERS' WORDS 🎙️We asked one of our members from Graybar Canada why they support the ECAA and the work we do....
10/14/2026

🎙️ IN OUR MEMBERS' WORDS 🎙️

We asked one of our members from Graybar Canada why they support the ECAA and the work we do.

Their answer: the ECAA is the voice of Alberta's electrical industry. It gives contractors, suppliers and partners a place to share their questions, their concerns and the direction the industry is taking, and the confidence that they're being heard.

And it's a two-way street: the ECAA supports the industry, and our members support the ECAA. Thank you for sharing your perspective! 🙌

Learn more about ECAA membership: https://www.ecaa.ab.ca/member-benefits/

🗓️ COMING UP AT ECAA 🗓️Two events on the calendar over the next two weeks. Tap the link below to register.🔴 Registration...
10/13/2026

🗓️ COMING UP AT ECAA 🗓️

Two events on the calendar over the next two weeks. Tap the link below to register.

🔴 Registration is now closed for the Construction Electrician Red Seal Prep Course, online Wednesday evenings from 6:15 to 9:00 PM, October 14 to November 10
🤝 Medicine Hat Industry Event on October 20 from 2:30 to 4:30 PM in the Crowfoot Room, 299 College Dr SE, Medicine Hat

🔗 Register at https://members.ecaa.ab.ca/events?sourceTypeId=Website

💡 DID YOU KNOW? 💡It's Fire Prevention Week (October 4–10).In houses and dwelling units, smoke alarms must be interconnec...
10/08/2026

💡 DID YOU KNOW? 💡

It's Fire Prevention Week (October 4–10).

In houses and dwelling units, smoke alarms must be interconnected so that when one alarm detects smoke, all of them sound. A single alarm going off in a basement mechanical room doesn't help the people asleep on the second floor — interconnection is what closes that gap.

Smoke alarms must also be permanently connected to an electrical circuit, with no disconnect switch between the overcurrent device and the alarm.

Worth noting: this requirement comes from the Alberta Building Code rather than the Canadian Electrical Code. The wiring, though, is squarely on the electrical contractor.

🗓️ STARTING TODAY AT ECAA 🗓️Today is a busy one. Three ECAA events start today, Wednesday, October 7 — tap the link belo...
10/07/2026

🗓️ STARTING TODAY AT ECAA 🗓️
Today is a busy one. Three ECAA events start today, Wednesday, October 7 — tap the link below for details.
🔌 Calgary Chapter Meeting — October 7, Courtyard by Marriott Calgary Airport, 2500 48 Ave NE, Calgary, 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📋 PEC Course: Electrical Project Management — October 7–8, virtual instructor led, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
🎓 Master Electrician Prep Course begins — October 7 to November 7, hybrid, Wednesday evenings on Zoom, 6:30 – 9:00 PM
🔗 Register here: https://members.ecaa.ab.ca/events?sourceTypeId=Website

🤝 MEMBER BENEFITS 🤝NETWORKING & INDUSTRY CONNECTIONSIn this industry, the right relationship can open the door to your n...
10/07/2026

🤝 MEMBER BENEFITS 🤝
NETWORKING & INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS

In this industry, the right relationship can open the door to your next project, partner or hire.

As an ECAA member, you can connect with fellow electrical contractors and industry professionals through ECAA networking events, meetings and opportunities to build valuable business relationships.

See the full list of member benefits: https://www.ecaa.ab.ca/member-benefits/

Today is Electrical Injury Day of Recognition.A single shock can cause injury. The hidden risks aren't always obvious, b...
10/06/2026

Today is Electrical Injury Day of Recognition.

A single shock can cause injury. The hidden risks aren't always obvious, but the impact can be serious and long-term, including psychological, neurological and physical impairment that may not show up right away.

ECAA is proud to support this initiative alongside NETCO, CECA and ECABC to help raise awareness across our industry.

Prevent today for a safer tomorrow. Take care, stay alert and follow safety protocols on every job.

Scan the QR code on the graphic to learn more.

📚 FALL TRAINING DAY!Get a full day of training without leaving the shop. ECAA's Fall Training Day runs online with sessi...
10/05/2026

📚 FALL TRAINING DAY!

Get a full day of training without leaving the shop. ECAA's Fall Training Day runs online with sessions from morning through mid-afternoon, so you and your team can build skills from wherever you're working.

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
💻 Online
⏰ 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
💰 Member: $149.95 | Non-Member: $199.95

Questions? Contact Jeff Bailey at [email protected] or 780-850-9637.

👉 Register now: https://members.ecaa.ab.ca/events/Details/fall-training-day-1942908?sourceTypeId=Website

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17723 103 Avenue NW # 17725
Edmonton, AB
T5S1N8

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