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Powering the Future with Digital Electricity®  -Fault Managed Power Systems (Hybrid Course) – feb. 18th

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February 18 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM 

Hosted by ECAO

Presented by Jeff Crounse, VoltServer

 In this session, Jeff shares practical insights on Fault Managed Power, an emerging technology transforming how power is delivered and managed in modern systems.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Explain what Fault Managed Power Systems (FMPS) are and how they differ from traditional power delivery methods.
  • Identify key safety standards that apply to FMPS, including UL/CSA/IEC 62368-1 for Class 2 power and UL 1400-1 for Class 4 power.
  • Describe the main components that make up an FMPS and how they work together as a complete system.
  • Assess where and why FMPS should be used, including typical use cases, markets served, and current applications in Canada.
  • Outline the basic design and installation process for an FMPS, from planning through implementation.
  • Experience a live demonstration of FMPS equipment, including product operation, installation and wiring practices, and use of the management GUI.


About the Presenter: Jeff Crounse brings sales development and technical innovation expertise to VoltServer, where patented Digital Electricity® (DE) technology delivers intelligent, safe power distribution for demanding applications—from cutting-edge venues to critical infrastructure. With deep product knowledge from technical industries and a track record of building high-performing sales teams, he helps organizations adopt VoltServer’s integrated systems for alternative power innovation, resiliency, and reach.

 
Fault Managed Power Systems

 

Course Format

This hybrid training offers flexible participation — attend in person at the ECAO office or join virtually via Zoom. A recording of the virtual session will be available free of charge shortly after the live session ends.

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ULC-S-524 Installation of Fire Alarm System – feb. 19th

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February 19 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM  ONLINE 

Join ECAO for a webinar hosted by Certifire on the ULC-S-524: Installation of Fire Alarm System, scheduled for February 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (EST). This virtual session is presented by Mark Steane of Certi-Fire.

This webinar will delve into the CAN/ULC-S524 standard, outlining the design and installation requirements for fire alarm systems with or without voice communication capabilities. Attendees will learn how to properly install and interconnect fire alarm devices in accordance with CAN/ULC national standards, ensuring occupant safety, system reliability, and compliance with the National Building Code of Canada.

The 3-hour session includes a Q&A segment, and all modules will be available online, with recordings accessible to registered participants.

Who should attend?

Members who have previously completed Certi-Fire, are currently enrolled, or plan to undertake it in the winter term.

When: February 19, 2026
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Online

ULC-S-524 Installation of Fire Alarm System

February 19 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Virtual Event

Presented by Mark Steane of Certi-Fire

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AED / CPR “A” / Emergency First Aid – march 10 & 11, 2026

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March 10th & 11th 

Ottawa ECA  is proud to team up with SP Safety Solutions to deliver world-class First Aid, CPR, and AED training. These essential courses will be held on March 10 & 11th, 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the OECA office located at 86 Greenfield Ave.

Why is this training important?
In emergency situations, timely and effective response can save lives. Our comprehensive courses focus on injuries and materials typically encountered on construction sites, emphasizing the crucial role of first aid, CPR, and AED use. Participants will learn how to provide immediate care, prevent further injury, and support recovery until professional medical help arrives.

What’s included in the training?

  • First Aid and CPR certification, tailored for construction environments
  • AED (Automated External Defibrillator) operation—an essential skill that can dramatically improve survival rates during cardiac emergencies
  • Overview of the Ministry of Labour’s role in accident scene management and reporting requirements

Our goal is to empower your team with the skills needed to respond confidently and effectively in emergencies, ensuring a safer work environment for everyone.

Register today!
To sign up, please fill out the registration form for one or multiple and click submit. Should your registrants be unable to attend, please contact the OECA office at stephanie@ecaottawa.ca 72  hours prior to the course.

Invest in safety—equip your team with life-saving skills that make a difference when it matters most.

For more information on the AED requirements:   https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/r25157

REGISTRATION:

March 10th & 11th  2026 

4:30pm-7:30pm

86 Greenfield Ave.

Ottawa 

 

 

AED, CPR "A", Emergency First Aid

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Blue Beam-Revu Estimating 1- feb. 17 & 18th

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February 17th & 18th, 2026

Bluebeam Revu Estimating 1 –This intensive instructor-led online training is offered solely by Curtek and is designed to accelerate your team’s mastery of Revu while maximizing your training investment. The program provides practical, hands-on guidance from a seasoned Senior Estimator, emphasizes best practices to boost productivity with Revu, and reinforces skills through interactive exercises, real-time feedback, quizzes, and discussions.

It employs a structured learning approach where each module builds upon the previous one, and participants receive valuable reference materials, including practice files and a reference workbook for continued use.

Intended Audience: Construction supervisors, project managers, estimators, engineers, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment.

Modules Include:

  • Takeoff Profile and Tool Sets
  • Layers
  • Setting the scale
  • Viewports
  • Length measurements
  • Area and volume measurements
  • Dynamic Fill
  • Count measurements
  • Search
  • Tracking Takeoffs
  • Legends
  • Sketch to scale1

1 Gold Seal Credit

Prerequisite: This is NOT a beginner course. You are expected to know what is taught in the Basics course before taking this course. Visit https://www.curtek.ca/revu-basics-knowlege-test to test your knowledge on the basics.

THE VENUE

The training will be held in an online Zoom meeting. Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session.

 

Register here

 

February 17th & 18th, 2026

  • Cost $349.00 + tax through Curtek
  • Course payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

Recommended Computer Setup

You will need TWO screens for the training to be effective.

  • The first screen needs to be a Windows computer with Bluebeam Revu 2020 installed.
  • The second screen is to display the Zoom meeting. This could be a second monitor, a larger tablet (9″ +) or a smart phone displayed on to a TV.

Bluebeam Revu Requirements

You will need a fully functioning version of Bluebeam Revu 2020. Any Windows version is ok (Standard, CAD, or eXtreme). The Mac version will not work. If you have an older version, you can download a 2020 trial and install it ‘side by side’ your existing install. This will allow you to continue to use your older version without losing your license and you can use the new version to follow along in the training.

You can download a free 30-day trial here: https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial

  

Revu Comparison

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Blue Beam-Revu Basics- March 3rd & 4th

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March 3rd & 4th, 2026

Bluebeam Revu is an industry-leading PDF markup and collaboration software designed for the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. It allows project teams to review, mark up, measure, and manage construction documents quickly and accurately—anytime, anywhere.

With powerful tools for digital takeoffs, drawing reviews, and real-time collaboration, Bluebeam Revu helps streamline workflows, improve communication, and reduce costly errors throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Benefits

  • Advanced PDF markup and annotation tools
  • Accurate measurements and quantity takeoffs
  • Real-time collaboration with project teams
  • Efficient document organization and version control
  • Customizable tools to match your workflow

Intended Audience: Construction supervisors, project managers, estimators, engineers, and design professionals looking to work smarter and faster in a digital environment.

The Venue


The training will be held in an online meeting.
Details will be provided 48 hours before the first session.

1 Gold Seal Credit

Recommended Computer Setup

You must be using Bluebeam Revu for Windows.

Recommended:
✅ Revu 21 Core or Complete plan
❌ (The Basic plan is not suitable for this course.)

Also Acceptable:
✅ Revu 20 (Standard, CAD, or eXtreme)
⚠️ Note: Some tools and features may differ slightly from what is demonstrated.

Not Compatible:
❌ Any version older than Revu 20
❌ Revu for Mac
❌ Bluebeam Cloud / iPad versions

If you do not have an active license, you can start a 14-day free trial here:
https://www.curtek.ca/bluebeam-trial

© 2025 Curtek

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     March 3rd & 4th, 2026

Cost $349.00 + tax through Curtek

Course payment will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

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Prompt Payment ( Changes to the Construction Act ) January 15th, 2026

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January 15th, 2026– Please join us for this informative webinar presented by Dan Leduc from Soloway Wright Lawyers, on the numerous changes to Prompt Payment legislation, otherwise known as the Construction Act. This is an extremely valuable course with the new payments scheduling laid out for all our members. It will provide you with a significant outline to manage cash flow.

 Mr. Leduc is experienced in negotiating, mediating, arbitrating, and litigating all manner of construction disputes including construction liens, trust claims, delay claims, construction insurance claims, and architect’s and engineer’s errors and omissions. He has experience in drafting and negotiating various forms of construction contracts on behalf of owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. – rising prices, material delays, and budget uncertainty.

When: Thursday January 15th, 2026
Time: 8:30am – 10:00 am
Where: Online

REGISTRATION:

Prompt Payment ( Changes to the Construction Act)

January 15th, 2026 from 8:30am – 10:00am
Online

This course is now completely SOLD OUT.

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Suderman Estimating – February & April 2026

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The Suderman Estimating system is Canada’s leading provider of live electrical estimating courses. ECA Ottawa is very pleased to offer our members this world-class program. Over 5,000 people across Canada have taken these courses and they are Gold Seal accredited. The program is delivered in 2 parts over two, 2 -day courses.

Week 1 is scheduled for:  February 24th & 25th , 2026
Week 2 is scheduled for:  April  21st & 22, 2026

To Register Click Here.

Course 1

Course 1 includes the role of the estimator, methods of estimating, estimating tools, pricing, drawing reviews, measuring, forms, fixtures, distribution, material lists, summarizing and the advantages of computerized estimation, among other topics.

Course 2

Course 2 covers a review of estimating fundaments and detailed take offs. It then expands into fire alarms, service and distribution panels, removing existing service, motors and controls,  labour costs, expenses, subcontracts, markup, profit, job closing, extras, vehicle costs, hourly charge out rates, unit pricing scheduled.

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* Please note that if you register for this course and do not show up your company will be invoiced for the full cost of the program.

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Contract Pitfalls – February 5th, 2026

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February 5th , 2026 Please join us for this informative webinar presented by Dan Leduc from Soloway Wright Lawyers, Prompt Payment ( Changes in the Construction Act )

 Mr. Leduc is experienced in negotiating, mediating, arbitrating, and litigating all manner of construction disputes including construction liens, trust claims, delay claims, construction insurance claims, and architect’s and engineer’s errors and omissions. He has experience in drafting and negotiating various forms of construction contracts on behalf of owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. – rising prices, material delays, and budget uncertainty.

When: Thursday February 5th, 2026
Time: 8:30am – 10:00 am
Where: Online

REGISTRATION:

Contract Pitfalls

February 5th, 2026 from 8:30am – 10:00am
Online

*Minimum 6 People*

Registration is now closed for submissions.

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CPR & First Aid – february 3rd & 4th, 2026

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February 3rd & 4th, 2026– ECA Ottawa is proud to partner with SP Safety Solutions to provide world-class First Aid & CPR Training. Courses will be held on  February 3rd and 4th from 4:30pm-7:30pm at the OECA office located at 86 Greenfield Ave.

SP Safety Solutions offers WSIB Certified First Aid Training focusing on injuries and materials typically found on construction sites. They also include the role of the Ministry of Labour as it applies to accident scenes and reporting requirements. The goal of first aid is to give a sick or injured worker the best possible care before professional medical attention can be provided. This care should prevent further injury or illness, promote recovery, and reduce severity by providing an immediate and effective response.

To sign up for the course please fill in the following form and click submit. If you need to register more people submit the form and enter again with your company name and the attendees. If members of your staff cannot attend please contact the OECA office, stephanie@ecaottawa.ca, no later than 48 hours  prior to the course.

REGISTRATION:

February 3rd & 4th, 2026 

4:30pm-7:30pm

Project Level Cash Flow Management

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COR™ 2020 vs. ISO 45001 : What’s Right for Your Business?

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Virtual Event – Presented by 4S Consulting Service Inc.

Many businesses face challenges in choosing the right safety certification standard. This webinar will help contractors and companies new to COR™ 2020 and ISO 45001 understand the differences, timelines, and audit processes to make informed decisions for their safety programs.

Join us to explore key insights and practical guidance that contractors from HVAC, Roofing, Electrical, Road Paving, Sewer & Water, and General Contracting sectors will find invaluable.

Attendees can expect to learn about:

  • Key Differences between COR™ 2020 & ISO 45001
  • Complete Support Model – From training to certification
  • How to Leverage WSIB Rebates to offset consulting costs
  • 4SafeCom – A digital tool to simplify your compliance journey

When: October 8th, 2025
Time:   8:30 am – 9:30 am
Where: Online

Registration: Register here

ECAO Webinar

October 8th 
8:30-9:30 am

Online Zoom

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