Beta-Calco is excited to announce the release of their new white paper, a comprehensive guide to Unified Glare Rating (UGR) in lighting design. This in-depth resource explores the principles and diverse applications of UGR, highlighting its potential to enhance visual comfort and shape the future of lighting environments. Discover how UGR is transforming the way we assess and design comfortable, glare-free spaces.
At EB Horsman, they recognize that effective roadway lighting is a crucial component of public safety. With Lumec’s LED roadway lighting solutions, communities can ensure reliable, high-quality illumination that supports safer travel for everyone, day or night, while also improving energy efficiency and long-term operational performance. High-quality roadway lighting is a critical component of public safety and traffic management. Properly designed illumination enhances visibility for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, reducing the likelihood of accidents and improving overall traffic flow. Beyond safety, well-planned lighting supports urban security, guides efficient navigation, and ensures that roadways remain reliable and functional under all conditions. Investing in enhanced lighting solutions is an investment in safer, more resilient communities.
Have a look at this custom residential home in the Kootenays, where Prolux utilized the HALO RL6 Slope Ceiling Direct Mount fixtures by Cooper Lighting Solutions designed specifically for sloped ceilings. These luminaires provided consistent, high-quality illumination while maintaining a clean, low-profile ceiling aesthetic. Their direct-mount design allowed for seamless integration throughout the home, supporting a modern yet warm residential feel. Thoughtful coordination and precise execution ensured the lighting solution complemented the home’s design intent while delivering long-term performance and efficiency. Brought to life with the support of D&R Electric and EECOL Electric.
A recent lighting retrofit project at the Waterloo Nissan dealership highlights how upgrading to modern LED technology can significantly reduce energy consumption, lower operating costs, and improve site performance—all while supporting responsible outdoor lighting practices. As part of this upgrade, the dealership replaced legacy exterior lighting with CSC LED’s 150W FL05 Area Lights, finished in black and mounted using their fixed mount solution. The result is clean, uniform illumination across the parking lot, delivering the right light where it’s needed—without unnecessary glare or spill.
Wondering where lighting design is headed this year? Lucky for you, the team at LightForm are experts on the matter. Lighting in 2026 isn’t about chasing novelty for novelty’s sake. It’s about intention. Presence. Flexibility. It’s about materials that feel considered rather than concealed. What has emerged are clear design directions that prioritize atmosphere, tactility, and architectural intelligence without losing their edge. Read on to see what’s defining the year ahead!
Using both basic panels and light panels, Lum makes it possible to create different design configurations according to the aesthetical and illuminating need of each space. Owing to its use of unique materials and easy-to-install systems, Lum by Quasar is a one-of-a-kind fixture. It’s like an art piece for your wall, or a premium wallpaper with integrated lights! Keep reading to learn more about this mesmerizing fixture.
Sales has always been at the core of Magic Lite’s story, because it was at the core of who its founder Tom Penton was. He genuinely loved sales, loved being independent, and consistently gravitated to roles where he could take personal responsibility for results and build his own customer base. From the very beginning, he honored the experiences in his past that shaped him, carrying forward lessons about work ethic, resilience and accountability into every stage of the business.
Are your LEDs flickering? It may reduce productivity, lower energy efficiency, and create safety risks. Fixing older fluorescent or incandescent bulbs was often straightforward. But when it comes to LED lights, the causes of flicker are not always immediately apparent. In this article, let’s explore why LED lights flicker and the practical solutions to keep your lighting stable and reliable. Read on!
The lighting industry is entering a period of accelerated evolution driven by technology adoption, sustainability priorities, rising regulations, and increasing expectations for long-term performance. As we move into 2026, purchasing patterns across architectural, commercial, industrial, and residential lighting are shifting, creating new opportunities for suppliers, OEMs, and solution providers. For exhibitors and buyers participating in Canada Light Expo 2026, understanding these shifts is critical. The way decision-makers evaluate lighting solutions, whether for large infrastructure developments, smart buildings, retail spaces, hospitality environments, or residential projects, is being redefined by measurable value, performance, and integration capabilities.
The latest Canadian Pulse of Lighting analysis reveals a market that is cautious and uneven, with modest top‑line growth masking significant strain underneath. For specifiers and design professionals, the data confirms what many already feel: project flow is selective, decision cycles are stretched, and value‑oriented solutions have moved from “alternative” to “default.”
As part of a comprehensive renovation of the Coldstream Municipal Office, Axis Lighting provided custom lighting solutions that combine performance and architectural refinement. The installation features Sculpt Patterns and Sculpt Recessed luminaires, enhancing both visual comfort and spatial definition throughout key gathering and circulation areas. Designed to support modern municipal workspaces and public engagement areas, the lighting strategy emphasizes balanced illumination with an emphasis on clean lines and functional clarity. The Sculpt family’s architectural presence integrates seamlessly with the updated interior design, reinforcing a professional yet welcoming environment for staff and community members alike.
A look at what’s underway at Toronto Metropolitan University. RENO Lighting has recently completed the first phase of a multi-phase lighting retrofit project at TMU—an important step in modernizing learning environments with their energy-efficient Prime AIM 2×2 back-lit panels. This is just the beginning. With additional floors scheduled for the new year, the project will continue to roll out floor by floor, enhancing visual comfort, consistency, and energy performance across the space.
Lobbies are multifunctional spaces where practical, and aesthetic aspects of the design come together to create both a functional and welcoming environment. A lobby is typically the first impression visitors have of a building and sets the tone for the experience they will have in the space. When designing a lobby, consider how lighting will be designed for visual comfort, integration of daylight, all while setting the desired mood and addressing emergency lighting requirements.
As lighting technology continues to evolve, selectable CCT (Correlated Colour Temperature) has quickly become one of the most valuable features for contractors, distributors, and end users. Once limited to a fixed colour temperature, such as a standard 4000K, LED luminaires can now deliver multiple colour temperatures within a single fixture. This flexibility not only streamlines inventory and simplifies decision-making but also ensures optimal lighting performance for a wide range of applications.
Looking at common feedback from code officials, electrical inspectors, and trade publications to discern the top three mistakes inspectors most often cite with residential downlight installations. One of the biggest errors is installing a non-IC-rated downlight in contact with or too close to insulation. Non-IC (Insulation Contact) fixtures require clearance from insulation because they overheat when buried, posing a fire risk. Inspectors frequently find fixtures either covered with blown-in insulation or improperly spaced, which is an automatic red flag.
Since the advent of the Industrial Revolution, western societies have gotten into the habit of living in a world surrounded by light, both inside and outside the home, which allows people to pursue their activities after the sun has gone down. And yet, have you ever given any thought to the negative effects of an overly lit environment? The overriding consequence is light pollution of our cities! What can be done to counter this phenomenon? Light pollution is an occurrence that manifests itself at dusk. It is caused by an overabundance of misdirected, ineffective, and useless lighting systems, most notably in urban areas where artificial light sources such as street lamps, are used excessively.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
