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EHRC announces federal investment to strengthen youth employment in Canada’s electricity sector
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- Announcement
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EHRC launches “Pathways to Power” with major federal investment to transform Canada’s clean electricity workforce
Funding will strengthen training pathways, modernize skills standards and support a more inclusive, job‑ready electricity workforce.
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Neurodiversity in the Workplace: A Missed Opportunity for Canada’s Workforce
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- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
A few years ago, I witnessed a situation that left a profound impact on me. A former coworker, let’s call him Alex, was diagnosed with ADHD. Instead of receiving the accommodations and support they needed to continue to contributing meaningfully at work, he was placed on short-term […]
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EHRC hosts 13th Annual Awards of Excellence
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- Awards of Excellence
At its 13th Annual Awards of Excellence, EHRC celebrated outstanding contributors from across the electricity sector, highlighting the essential role of the workforce behind Canada’s clean energy ambitions.
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Leader of the Year: Josie Erzetic’s vision for a safer, stronger electricity sector
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- Awards of Excellence
EHRC Awards of Excellence – Profile Feature As Canada’s electricity sector navigates rapid modernization, shifting workforce needs and increasing safety demands, few leaders have embraced the moment with as much […]
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Bursaries now open: Empowering women to power Canada’s grid
Feb. 2, 2026 | Women remain underrepresented in technology, engineering, and trades roles across Canada’s electricity sector—yet their participation is essential to building a clean, resilient energy future. To help close this gap, EHRC is offering two […]
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EHRC Announces Finalists for Awards of Excellence
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- Awards of Excellence
EHRC is proud to announce the finalists for the 2025 Awards of Excellence, honouring individuals and organizations whose achievements are shaping a highly skilled, inclusive and forward-looking electricity workforce.
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Josie Erzetic of Electrical Safety Authority Named EHRC’s 2025 Leader of the Year
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- Awards of Excellence
Recognized for visionary leadership, Josie Erzetic to be celebrated at EHRC’s Awards of Excellence in Toronto on Feb. 19
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Ontario Energy Board leads the way in building a future-ready electricity workforce
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- Industry Achievement, Profile
EHRC regularly spotlights Leadership Accord signatories who are driving meaningful progress towards more inclusive workplaces. The Ontario Energy Board (OEB) has taken a thoughtful, strategic and sustained approach to diversity, […]
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EHRC Applauds Budget 2025 Investments in Youth, Skilled Trades and Workforce Development
EHRC welcomes the Government of Canada’s Budget 2025 investments in youth employment and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) programs as a vital step toward addressing critical job requirements in our growing national electricity sector.
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30 actions that should underpin Carney’s climate competitive vision: One Canadian Clean Economy Task Force
On the eve of a highly anticipated federal budget, a central pillar of which is said to be a climate competitiveness strategy, comes a flagship report from the One Canadian Clean Economy Task Force.
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New task force of clean industry associations launches with a vision of Canada as a clean energy superpower
As Canada navigates both economic headwinds and global opportunities—from rapidly shifting trade relationships to projects of national significance—a new task force composed of clean economy industry associations and organizations has officially launched today, with an action plan for governments scheduled to release later this fall.