Lightfair Call for Speakers

September 21, 2022

The LightFair Conference is a prestigious platform to share your knowledge, help others grow and pay it forward within the lighting community and beyond, to other interconnected fields.

From AI and business smarts to sustainability, inclusivity and wellness…whatever your passion, speaking at LightFair is an opportunity to share it, spread it, elevate it to the next level. If you are new to the industry, or have just started exploring speaking opportunities, and are not sure if this is for you, read on. Learn more about the conference, its background, what you can expect, what will be expected of you and what the opportunity entails.

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Changing Scene

February 21: 2019 IES Ottawa Lighting and Controls Trade Show

This year’s event features breakout sessions with industry experts, as well as over 40 vendors, including product manufacturers and lighting related service providers…

Changing Scene

SLS Group Industries Announces 3 New Ownership Roles

In a bold move that underscores the power of experience and dedication, three long-term employees: Ryan Cattermole, Nitin Naidu and Douglas McDonald, have ascended to ownership roles at SLS Group Industries Inc., a major lighting sales agency operating in British Columbia, Canada. Ryan Cattermole, a Red Seal certified professional, joined SLS in June 2017, bringing a combination of fresh energy and valuable technical expertise to the team. Nitin Naidu joined in March 2015, playing a major role in driving SLS’s growth and ongoing success. Industry veteran and B.Sc. Graduate Douglas McDonald has been a key contributor since November 2013, leveraging his business acumen and extensive experience in lighting controls to help solidify the company’s foundation.

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LRC Issues New Guide for Lighting Parking Lots

The Lighting Research Center (LRC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute has published a new guide for parking lot lighting, which demonstrates how to promote safety while reducing power demand by lighting the parking lot area more uniformly.

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Online, Filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL Now Available from DLC

The DLC online, filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL is now available to use.

Ontario Small Business Lighting Incentive Program

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Small Business Lighting Incentive Program for Ontario

Businesses across Ontario may qualify for up to $1,500 in free energy-efficient lighting and equipment upgrades. Eligible businesses will receive a free onsite lighting assessment, up to $2,000 in incentives towards eligible energy efficient lighting upgrades, and a turn-key lighting installation by a licensed contractor…

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Wireless Smart Lighting Market to Expand by 24% CAGR during 2017-2025

The global smart lighting market was valued at US$6.8 billion in 2016, and is projected to reach US$40.4 billion by the end of 2025…

Changing Scene

February 21: 2019 IES Ottawa Lighting and Controls Trade Show

This year’s event features breakout sessions with industry experts, as well as over 40 vendors, including product manufacturers and lighting related service providers…

Changing Scene

SLS Group Industries Announces 3 New Ownership Roles

Changing Scene

LRC Issues New Guide for Lighting Parking Lots

Changing Scene

Online, Filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL Now Available from DLC

The DLC online, filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL is now available to use.

Changing Scene

Small Business Lighting Incentive Program for Ontario

Changing Scene

Wireless Smart Lighting Market to Expand by 24% CAGR during 2017-2025

The global smart lighting market was valued at US$6.8 billion in 2016, and is projected to reach US$40.4 billion by the end of 2025…

Changing Scene

February 21: 2019 IES Ottawa Lighting and Controls Trade Show

This year’s event features breakout sessions with industry experts, as well as over 40 vendors, including product manufacturers and lighting related service providers…

Changing Scene

SLS Group Industries Announces 3 New Ownership Roles

Changing Scene

LRC Issues New Guide for Lighting Parking Lots

Changing Scene

Online, Filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL Now Available from DLC

The DLC online, filterable Networked Lighting Controls QPL is now available to use.

Changing Scene

Small Business Lighting Incentive Program for Ontario

Changing Scene

Wireless Smart Lighting Market to Expand by 24% CAGR during 2017-2025

The global smart lighting market was valued at US$6.8 billion in 2016, and is projected to reach US$40.4 billion by the end of 2025…

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Eureka Wins Multiple SIT Furniture Design Awards

Eureka is pleased to announce that it has received 2025 SIT Furniture Design Awards for its Junction, Lattice, and Velia luminaires. SIT Furniture Design Award was created to celebrate and share the remarkable work of furniture designers and those who use furniture in their projects. The creativity, innovative vision, and accessibility of the furniture design… Read More…
New Collaboration – A New Solar Lighting Manufacturer Joins Contact Delage’s Offerings

Contact Delage is excited to announce the addition of a new trusted partner to their lineup: Solvic, an innovative manufacturer specializing in solar lighting. This new partnership reflects Contact Delage’s ongoing commitment to offering sustainable, high-performance solutions tailored to real-world applications. With Solvic, they are expanding their range of autonomous solar products—perfect for lighting streets, parks,… Read More…

Mac’s II Agencies Announces Addition to Project & Specification Sales Team

July 10, 2025
Noramco Announces Samantha Boernsen as New Regional Sales Manager, Winnipeg

July 9, 2025
Light Years Ahead: SkyView by BIOS Launches in BC with Mac’s II Agencies

July 7, 2025
Leviton Canada Announces the Appointment of Matthew Dudka as Sales Director, Western Canada

July 7, 2025
Contact Delage Announces the Creation of a Sales Coordination Team Composed of Lise Roy & Roxanne Grenier

July 7, 2025
LEDVANCE Expands Ontario Presence with New Specification Agent

June 3, 2025

Design

Turning the Page on Fluorescent Lighting: Lutron’s C-Flex Solution

Starting in 2026, Canada will begin phasing out lamps that contain mercury — including the fluorescent tubes still widely used in commercial, institutional, and public buildings. This regulatory shift only adds to a reality already in place: fluorescent ballasts have not been manufactured for over two years. In anticipation of these changes, Lutron developed C-Flex — a… Read More…
Smart Tech & LED Lighting: Transforming North American Manufacturing with Automation, AI, and IIoT-Driven Efficiency

The North American manufacturing sector is in a dynamic state of evolution. Fueled by technological advancements, the need for greater efficiency, and evolving supply chain strategies, manufacturers are increasingly adopting smart technologies. Key trends include the rise of automation, the integration of robotics and AI, and a strong emphasis on data-driven optimization. Traditionally, manufacturing and… Read More…

How Do Solar Lights Work?

July 29, 2025
Unboring Project: Mitchell Eye Centre by JWA Design

July 28, 2025
Intermatic: Converting to LED? Tips for Choosing the Right Photocontrol

July 28, 2025
Guidelines for Converting LED-to-LED: What Turnkey Lighting Contractors Need to Know

July 15, 2025
Bold, Programmable Lighting Upgrade Helps Draw Visitors to Key Destination Point in Calgary

July 11, 2025
Infrastructure Lighting Fixtures: Why Scale Matters

July 10, 2025

New Products

SATCO|NUVO: LED Strip Retrofit Kits

SATCO|NUVO’s new LED Strip Retrofit Kits offer an energy-efficient solution for upgrading existing fluorescent strip fixtures. Designed with adjustable mounting strips to retrofit housings from 2.75″ to 5.25″ wide, these kits accommodate a wide range of installation needs. Available in 2ft, 4ft, and 8ft lengths, all models feature field-selectable technology (CCT and wattage). A white… Read More…
Legrand: Tazo Series Luminaire

Tazo is an elegant, free-standing luminaire designed to bring the light where it’s needed and power to connected users. It delivers architectural quality lighting and the ultimate combination of performance and flexibility in workplaces and amenity, hospitality, or educational settings. A cord and plug design allows for easy reconfiguration of spaces where people work –… Read More…