There’s a quiet truth in equity work that doesn’t get talked about enough. The people closest to inequity are often the ones carrying the heaviest load in trying to fix it. They educate, advocate, absorb and navigate systems that were not built with them in mind, sitting in rooms where they are expected to the labour of change. Over time, that takes a toll. Many of us in this space, especially those with lived experience, are tired. Not disengaged but stretched. But stretched thin.
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Allyship that holds: Sharing the work, not just the credit
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- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
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Electricity sector employment grows sharply, reflecting a rapidly changing electricity grid
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- Labour Market
Ottawa, ON – Employment in Canada’s electricity sector grew sharply by approximately 19% between February 2025 and February 2026, adding roughly 21,000 jobs, according to Statistics Canada data. This growth […]
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EHRC announces $3.5 million federal investment to expand student work placements in Canada’s electricity sector
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- Announcement
Empowering Futures program creates new opportunities for students and strengthens Canada’s electricity workforce.
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EHRC announces federal investment to strengthen youth employment in Canada’s electricity sector
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- Announcement
Discovering Potential program helps young Canadians build skills, gain experience and launch careers
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EHRC launches “Pathways to Power” with major federal investment to transform Canada’s clean electricity workforce
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- Announcement
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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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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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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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.