Standard Appoints New Account Manager in Western Canada

September 25, 2018

With a Lighting Certification as well as 18 plus years of experience in the lighting industry, Nicola Rueschmann brings invaluable knowledge and expertise to her sales team.

In addition to her lighting expertise, Nicola has a degree in interior design and worked for several years alongside well-known B.C. lighting designer Douglas Welch as well as with Galina Zbrizher, another internationally recognized lighting designer.

Changing Scene

BCIT and Okanagan College to Help Deliver Lighting Controls Training to Electricians

BC electricians will have access to advanced lighting controls training at two BC schools as early as January 2018…

Changing Scene

Acuity Brands Products Win Best of Category, Design Excellence Award During LIGHTFAIR International 2019

Multiple LED lighting solutions from Acuity Brands earned top recognition from the LFI Innovation Awards, which marked the opening of the LIGHTFAIR International 2019 Trade Show and Conference held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.

Changing Scene

Cree Expands LED Components Distribution Network with Avnet

Cree, Inc. has announced a strategic agreement that expands coverage in the Americas with Avnet for the distribution of Cree’s comprehensive portfolio of LED components…

Changing Scene

Osram Accepts $3.8 Billion Takeover Offer From Bain, Carlyle

After detailed discussions, a bidding consortium composed of Bain Capital and The Carlyle Group, has presented to the Managing Board and Supervisory Board of OSRAM Licht AG a legally binding transaction offer for the public takeover of all the shares of Osram.

Lighting Research Center Expands M.S. In Lighting Program, Offering Paid Externships

Changing Scene

RENO Lighting Announces New Vice President of Sales

It is with great excitement that RENO Lighting introduces Jean-Claude Lespérance as Vice President of Sales at RENO Lighting. With over 35 years of experience in the Canadian electrical industry, Jean-Claude brings extensive knowledge of the market and strong relationships with key industry stakeholders, suppliers, and customers. Holding a college diploma in Electrodynamics and a… Read More…
Contact Delage: New Representation Agreement – Zilux

Contact Delage is pleased to announce a new partnership with Zilux for the representation of their products in the regions of Montreal, Laval, Estrie, Lanaudière, Laurentides, and Montérégie. Specializing in the design of aluminum lighting and urban furniture, Zilux, a Quebec-based manufacturer, combines innovation and durability to enhance your outdoor design projects. Their expertise in… Read More…

Expanding Expertise: Mac’s II Agencies Strengthens Lighting Division

March 13, 2025
EFC’s Business Sections Welcomes New Lighting Vice Chair

March 10, 2025
Salex: Shining a Light on Canadian Brands

February 19, 2025
Signify Proposes to Re-Appoint Gerard Van de Aast to the Supervisory Board 2025

February 10, 2025
Signify Announces That CEO Eric Rondolat Will Step Down After the AGM 2025

February 10, 2025
LEDVANCE Welcomes Back Martina Mercurio as SR Sales Representative in Central Region

January 31, 2025

Design

Light ARchitect Is Revolutionizing Lighting Design for Architects & Designers

Traditionally, lighting design could be a tedious process, often involving physical mockups, time-consuming calculations, and static renderings using multiple software tools. With advancing technology, these traditional methods are giving way to more sophisticated tools that enhance precision, speed, and visualization. On the downside, many of the new tools are not particularly intuitive and the learning… Read More…
Project Story: Sainte-Thérèse High School Outdoor Lighting Upgrade

August 6, 2024 Built in 1980, the building that houses Sainte-Thérèse high school, in Quebec Canada, was looking a little worse for the wear. Renovation work began with two major projects: introducing a multidisciplinary sports centre, as well as redesigning the parking lots. The employee and visitor parking lots were completely reconfigured during phase 1… Read More…

Resilience Illuminated: Reviving Westminster Pier Park After Devastating Fire

June 4, 2024
Lumentruss Case Study: The Honeyrose Hotel’s Beautiful Redesign

May 30, 2024
A Case Study from Lumentruss: 1450 and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts Parall(elles) Exhibit

May 30, 2024
G5 Series from Eralux Illuminates the Oshawa Library

May 23, 2024
Luminis Wins Red Dot Award for Inline

May 14, 2024
Case Study: Alphawave Semi Chooses Eureka Lighting Products for Functionality and Aesthetics in Open Plan Office Space

May 14, 2024

New Products

Amico: Lunar Night Light – Behavioral Series

Behavioral Health Lunar Series Night Lights bring a soft, low-level illumination to the patient room allowing clinical staff and patients to navigate safely in the dark, evening hours. The unique faceplate has minimal protrusion from the wall and provides even light distribution for optimal sight. For ultimate convenience, the Lunar Night Light is available with… Read More…
Barbican: Aerie Acoustic Pendant Luminaire

With its design aesthetic paying tribute to the large nest of a bird of prey, typically built high in a tree or on a cliff, the Aerie fixture is a variation of our Drum luminaire, one of the most popular and versatile options from Barbican. Aerie helps to add some silence as well as aesthetic… Read More…