From the ECAS Office



Every day, electrical contractors across Saskatchewan help build the province’s future—from schools and hospitals to commercial developments and innovative energy projects. Although technology and the industry continue to advance, our commitment to safety, craftsmanship, professionalism, and training the next generation remains constant.

ECAS is proud to support its members through advocacy, education, collaboration, and leadership. Together, we’re building more than electrical systems—we’re building stronger communities and a stronger industry.

ECAS Member companies do the heavy lifting; consulting and challenging TSASK, our Consultants and Training providers for the benefit of all electrical contractors in the Province.

Not a member? Why not support your Provincial Association

www.ecasask.ca

Thank you to the electricians, contractors, apprentices, and industry partners who keep Saskatchewan powered safely every day. Your dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence ensure our industry’s future remains strong.

Congratulations to this years Tin Cup Champions Team Schneider

Click HERE to read more and to recognize our sponsors.

Reminder - ECAS members are also members of CECA and eligible to receive member pricing on products and services as a CECA member.

In addition to CECA training courses, ECAS members can now receive member pricing on training offered by Provincial Electrical Associations belonging to CECA.

The list of courses can be found HERE

NECA 2026 Conference in

Las Vegas.

CECA (ECAS) members are eligible to access member pricing when registering for the conference October 4 - 7 2026

Contact Drew HERE for registration instructions

From Hindsight to Hazard Control:

A shift from reactive practices to predictive prevention

Construction safety in Saskatchewan has changed significantly over the past three decades, moving from a system often dr...

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The Independent Alliance of the Electrical Industry (IAEI) invites you to attend our Free tradeshow and to register for our seminars or a booth.  

Event will be held this September 15-17th

in Lloydminster, Alberta in conjunction with the Heavy Oil Show..

The schedule of events and registration information is below. 

The IAEI has been around for almost 100 years and takes pride in offering relevant and up to date sessions across Canada and the US.

SERVICEBOX has returned as a member in 2026, providing the opportunity to streamline administrative activities contractors face so they can spend more time on Electrical work. 

SERVICEBOX is Field Service Management Software for Commercial Contractors.

SERVICEBOX handles a wide range of service company needs including creating quotes, managing work orders, generating invoices, tracking inventory, scheduling and dispatching jobs, processing payments, purchasing from suppliers, recording timesheets, and integrating with accounting systems. All these functions are designed to be interconnected so updates flow seamlessly across the platform.

SERVICEBOX improves efficiency by ensuring that every feature—such as quotes, work orders, invoices, and scheduling—communicates with each other. This integration allows users to turn a quote into a work order with one click, update it on mobile devices, and have all changes instantly visible in the cloud for both office staff and technicians. It also eliminates manual data entry by pushing information directly into accounting software like QuickBooks.

Click HERE for a 3minute YouTube video from Servicebox. For more information or to schedule a demo, click HERE to be directed to their website. 

Promotional Giveaway

SERVICEBOX is providing a time limited promotional giveaway for new prospective 

SERVICEBOX customers who are ECAS members. Click HERE for official details.

The giveaway will be open to new prospective SERVICEBOX customers who are ECAS members. Existing SERVICEBOX customers would not be eligible.

Eligible ECAS members are automatically entered by completing a complimentary SERVICEBOX demo before November 27, 2026 the and identifying themselves as an ECAS member. No purchase is necessary.

SERVICEBOX would manage the entries and randomly select a potential winner after the promotion closes. The promotion will run until November 27, 2026. 

Official details as posted on the SERVICEBOX contest page will take precedence if a discrepancy exists.

Thanks to our

COPPER SPONSORS

Additional sponsorship opportunities are available!

Click here for the 2026 ECAS board of Directors

Hot work safety tips to help prevent fire hazards 

Hot work is a leading cause of property damage and material losses—and most incidents stem from human error. Whether it’s due to improper training, negligence, or failure to follow safety protocols, the risks are real. But with the right procedures in place, they’re also preventable.

To help you mitigate risks and prevent costly damage, we’ve created a resource that outlines key fire prevention measures, safety protocols, and best practices for managing hot work safely. 

 [Read now]

As a 100% Canadian-owned insurer, Federated Insurance is here to support you and your business. To learn more, visit www.federated.ca, call us at 1.855.436.0111, or if you’re a Federated customer, you can contact your Commercial Insurance Specialist with any questions. 

Protecting Against Vehicle & Catalytic Converter Theft

Vehicle theft continues to be a real concern across Canada. In fact, one in four Canadians say they, or someone they know, has experienced vehicle theft in the last five years.*

For businesses, risks like vehicle theft and catalytic converter theft — where a valuable part of the vehicle’s exhaust system is removed — can happen quickly and lead to unexpected costs and disruptions.

To help you mitigate risks and prevent costly damage, we’ve created resources that outline practical steps you can take to help reduce both vehicle and catalytic converter theft.

[Key tips to prevent vehicle theft]

[How to prevent theft of your catalytic converters]

As a 100% Canadian-owned insurer, Federated Insurance is here to support you and your business. To learn more, visit www.federated.ca, call us at 1.855.436.0111, or if you’re a Federated customer, you can contact your Commercial Insurance Specialist with any questions. 

*Insurance Bureau of Canada, “Auto Theft Prevention"

2026 Apprenticeship Celebration Dinner 

The Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission’s (SATCC) annual Apprenticeship Celebration Dinner will take place Friday, November 6 this year at the Conexus Arts Centre in Regina.

The event recognizes outstanding achievements in apprenticeship. Employers, apprenticeship partners, technical training partners, and industry representatives will attend to celebrate the dedication and commitment of apprentices and certified journeypersons. 

The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. 

Tickets are $50 each and must be purchased beforehand. The ticket price includes a buffet supper.

Outstanding Employer and Instructor Awards 

The SATCC is accepting nominations for the Outstanding Employer and Instructor Awards until Friday, August 28. 

Apprentices and new journeypersons who received outstanding instruction in 2025-26 are invited to submit nominations for the Outstanding Instructor Award. The instructor must have taught apprenticeship technical training between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026 at an institution contracted by the SATCC.

Nominations will demonstrate the instructor goes above and beyond what’s required; has excellent presentation skills; and is fair, approachable and professional. 

Staff members of exceptional employers are also invited to submit nominations for the Outstanding Employer Award.

There are two categories: one for employers with more than 50 employees and one for employers with fewer than 50 employees.

Nominations should demonstrate the employer is a strong supporter of apprenticeship training; helps apprentices succeed; and creates an environment of excellence. 

Winners are determined by a committee of industry representatives.

Sponsorship Opportunities 

Organizations can commit to sponsoring the Celebration Dinner until Friday, October 9. 

Sponsorships range from $4,500 for an event partnership to $300 for a program sponsorship. 

Benefits vary depending on the sponsorship, but may include: signage at the event; recognition on the SATCC’s website; corporate logo shared on SATCC social media channels and included in the event program; the opportunity to bring a display; and tickets for the event. 

To learn more about sponsorship, or to nominate an outstanding instructor or employer, visit: saskapprenticeship.ca/apprenticeship-celebration-dinner. 

You can also contact us at satccawards@gov.sk.ca or by calling Communications and Marketing

Manager Tamara Sentes at 306-787-5284.

ECAS Website Refresh

ECAS Website was built to accommodate a number of photos that cycle through the top banner.

We need photos / stories!  Please send photos of work you are proud of and we can include relevant photos on our website.

Please send to Drew

ECAS has renewed our agreement with We Know Training to offer the online training you have come to know plus we made additional courses available for our members. Click the link below for more info.

Ensure your staff safety with current training such as

Arc Flash & Lift Training

• Keep up to date on Safety Training 
• Flexible online options
• Industry Standard

ECAS Members receive 

30% OFF

Select Safety Training Courses