2025 Xmas Gala
The Ottawa ECA is pleased to invite our members to celebrate the 61st Annual Christmas Gala in the elegant Fairmont Château Laurier Main Ballroom on Friday, December 5, 2025. To RSVP please visit the events webpage on our website.
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Fall All-Members Meeting 2025
The Ottawa ECA’s Fall All-Members Meeting took place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. It was a well-attended and informative event, drawing close to 50 participants. Hosted by Chairman Roch Picknell at the Mill Street Brew Pub, the meeting featured updates on the association’s finances, education and apprenticeship programs, partner associations, ECA Ontario, and the relaunched national electrical office (CECA). The event concluded with an engaging and insightful presentation by Joy Pokrywa of SP Safety Solutions, who discussed the practical steps required to achieve COR certification. As a token of appreciation, the Ottawa ECA Board provided each attendee with a complimentary copy of the new 2024 Code Book.
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2025 Christmas Gala
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What a Grand Celebration! The Ottawa ECA is pleased to invite you to celebrate our 61st Anniversary at the Annual Christmas Gala 2025. This year’s event will take place in the elegant Fairmont Château Laurier Main Ballroom on Friday, December 5, 2025.
The evening will begin with a sparkling champagne reception in the Laurier Room, featuring festive refreshments for all to enjoy. Guests will then gather in the Main Ballroom for a gourmet dinner and live entertainment. Following dinner, the stage comes alive with the Rock Steadies, setting the tone for a night of dancing and celebration. Late-night champagne punch and snack stations will keep the festivities going. You’ll also have the opportunity to indulge in premium selections from our exclusive wine table.
Entertainment: We are very pleased to have several entertainers this for the evening. The night will start with singer Shawn Marion followed during dinner by violinist Rita Mara. Finally, the dancing will start with the Rock Steadies.
Reservations & Payment: Members and a spouse or guest can register below. Tables will seat 8 people therefore you can add an additional 6 guests at a cost of $300 per couple). Members and sponsors can be invoiced or pay via credit card (visa/Mastercard only). You can fill in the credit card information below or call the office at 613.238.1124
Sponsorship: We are happy to announce sponsorship for this years event is sold out. Our thanks to our important sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors: Nedco and BDA Lighting
Gold Sponsors: Franklin Empire, Guillevin Electrical, Schneider Electric, Waterman Sales
Silver Sponsors: Millar Wealth Management, Eaton Industries, Ellement Consulting Group, RS Breakers & Controls and Total Power
Bronze Sponsors: MVP Lighting, Noramco, WSA Lighting and the IBEW
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Ottawa ECA’s
61st Annual Christmas Gala
December 5th, 2025
Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel – Main Ballroom
Reception: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Dinner: 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Festivities: 9:00pm – 1:00am
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OECA FALL MEMBERS MEETING 2025
Ottawa ECA Chairman, Rock Picknell, invites you to join him and the Board of Directors for our fall all-member meetings. It takes place on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Mill Street Brew Pub, 555 Wellington. Our guest speaker is Joy Pokrywa from SP Safety who will talk about the real world requirements for COR certification. Click here to register.
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New Co-Op Program LAUNCHES
The Ottawa ECA and IBEW Local 586 are excited to introduce a new Co-op apprenticeship recruitment initiative in partnership with local high schools. This program creates a direct pathway for students to begin exploring a career in the skilled trades while supporting our member contractors with fresh talent. Click here to read more or to register.
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fantastic day for golf 2025
This year’s ECA Ottawa Golf Tournament was a tremendous success! Despite the intense heat, the sold out events was a fantastic day filled with fun, great company, and memorable moments on the course. A big thank you to all our sponsors, on-course entertainers, and everyone who came out to play and support the event and our efforts to fundraise for CHEO!
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Change Order Guide 2025
The Ottawa ECA is proud to release the 2025 Change Order Guide. It is designed for our electrical contractor members when considering the cost of a manhour of electrical labour. This Guide will assist in pricing change orders or additional work orders on fixed price contracts. It’s available on the website under the the Information tab.
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Great All-Members Meeting
more than half of the Ottawa ECA membership met at the Mill Street Brew Pub on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 for our annual spring meeting. After a Board Meeting, reception and dinner, Chairman Roch Picknell went through the local and provincial bargaining results in detail. This was followed by our new “Safety Minute” presentation by Board Member Audrey Kroon Lowther. Thanks to everyone who participated and enjoy your summer.
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All-Members Meeting June 17
The Ottawa ECA invites all members and senior staff to attend our Summer All-Members Meeting on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Mill Street Brew Pub, located at 555 Wellington Street. The evening begins with a reception at 5:00 PM, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM. After dinner, our Chairman, Roch Picknell, will provide an update on the outcomes of both local and provincial bargaining. To reserve your spot, please visit the Events tab on our website and complete your registration.
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WELCOME NEW ECAO Chairman
Representatives and Board Members from the Ottawa ECA were pleased to attend the Ontario ECA’s AGM in Niagara Falls last week and welcomed new provincial Chairman Anthony Tofano. Also, congratulations to continuing Ontario Board Member Bob Brennan and our own Chair, Roch Pichnell, as Chairman of the ETBA.
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