Canadian Electrical Worker Blog

August 30, 2024 9:27 pm

The Importance of Labour Day in Canada: A Tribute to Unionized Labour

Labour Day, celebrated on the first Monday of September, is more than just a long weekend or a farewell to summer in Canada. It's a day rooted in history, struggle,...
Family, Health, Life, Mental Health, Special Days
June 19, 2024 3:57 pm

Prioritizing Health: Essential Tips for Electrical Workers in Remote Camps

As electrical workers, spending weeks at a time in remote work camps can be both a professionally rewarding and physically demanding experience. The nature of such assignments often involves long...
Fitness, Health, Remote Work Life
June 7, 2024 3:37 pm

Electricians’ Mental Health: Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout

Electricians’ Mental Health: Managing Stress and Preventing Burnout In the demanding field of electrical work, maintaining mental health can often be as crucial as ensuring physical safety. The pressures of...
Health, Mental Health
April 26, 2024 11:42 am

Recognizing the National Day of Mourning: Why It Matters for Electrical Workers

April 28th marks the National Day of Mourning in Canada, a day dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury, or experienced illness due to workplace-related hazards...
Health, Industry, Safety
April 14, 2024 10:32 am

Working Away from Family

Working away from home and your family in remote work camps presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to maintaining strong connections with family. The physical distance can strain relationships,...
Canada, Family, Health, Remote Work Life
March 30, 2024 8:03 am

Navigating the Current: Finding Work-Life Balance as a Traveling Electrician

Working away from home for weeks at a time is a common scenario for many electricians across Canada. This nomadic aspect of our profession, while offering the opportunity to work...
Family, Health, Industry, Mental Health