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Ouellet Group rebranding as Innovair Solutions
Headquartered in Quebec, the organization operates numerous brands in nine locations across three countries.

Oatey Announces Latest Editition of Social Media Brand Ambassadors for 2023
First launched in June 2021, the company’s new 2023 Social Media Ambassadors includes two Canadian plumbers.

Caleffi’s Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence Marks Return
The award is presented every two years to a nominee with attributes including technical mastery and a passion for hydronic technologies.

Viessmann Foundation Announces Donations of 5 Million Euro
More than half of the money is aiding projects that support children and families in and from Ukraine.
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Daikin Acquires Williams Distributing in the U.S.
Williams operates 32 locations across Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.

Next Supply to Open First Site Outside the GTA
The wholesaler’s new warehouse and service counter in Kitchener-Waterloo is expected to open in February 2023.

Modern Niagara Invests in Hydron Energy
Hydron’s technology reduces the cost of upgrading biogas to renewable natural gas and enables the deployment of small-scale plants.

Daikin Acquires Venstar
Venstar will continue to be led by Venstar’s existing management team as well as all current employees of Venstar.

Master Acquires Fortress Group
Based in Waterloo, Ont., Fortress is an HVAC/R distributor with branches in Guelph, Hamilton, London and Cambridge.

Enwave and RioCan Form Partnership Committed to Sustainable Solutions
The new partnership will allow Enwave to advance their low carbon objectives by exploring sustainable energy solutions at certain RioCan developments.

Emerson Selling Majority Interest in HVAC/R Business to Private Equity Firm Blackstone
The standalone Climate Technologies business, valued at US$14 billion, includes brands like Copeland, White-Rodgers, Sensi and more.

Noble Hosts Fall Tradeshow Event in Toronto
The event included some 85 exhibitors on the show floor and offered five free educational seminars.

New Report Highlights Top Business Issues for Trade Contractors
Dodge Data & Analytics surveyed 537 trade contractors (mechanical, electrical, plumbing, steel and concrete) from four regions (Canada, U.S., UK and Australia/New Zealand).

HRAI Annual Conference Addresses Climate Concerns and Industry Opportunity
Bill Davis, vice president/general manager with Ecco Supply, takes over the role of Chair of the HRAI Board of Directors for 2022-23.

Register today: The Road to 2030 – Part 2 – How Incentive Programs Benefit Contractors
Join us Thursday, September 8 between 11 am – Noon (eastern time) for a free online panel discussion about how funding and incentive programs are driving activity and how contractors can benefit.

The “New-School” Plumbing Business
Vancouver’s Impetus Plumbing & Heating is embracing social media and breaking down old-school perceptions.

VIDEO: Leveraging Connected Workflows for Virtual Design Construction (VDC) Success [Trimble]
What would an extra 5% profit margin look like?…

People on the Move: Viessman, Napoleon, LIXIL, Uponor, NAVAC, Daikin, Master and more
Recent personnel moves in the HVAC and plumbing industry over the past couple of months.
ServiceTitan to Acquire Schedule Engine
The acquisition will enhance the online platform’s online booking technology for the trades.

Webinar: Embracing Virtual System Design and Collaboration
Join a free webinar on Friday, June 24th at 1 pm (eastern time) presented by Trimble to learn how to increase collaboration and productivity in the construction workflow.

Acting Differently
Modern Niagara is partnering with Blue Frontier to bring new sustainable air conditioning technology to the commercial market.

Rehau to Withdraw Business in Russia
The company says a corresponding preliminary agreement has now been signed.

3 ways to improve cash flow in your HVAC business
Cash flow. It’s the most important yet easily neglected…

7 Tips to Grow Your Contracting Business
Here are seven practical suggestions for HVAC residential service business owners interested in growing their businesses in 2022.

Stelpro Group acquires Métal BF
Métal BF will remain independent to Stelpro, and production will continue at Métal BF’s Terrebonne plant.

Deschenes enters into agreement to acquire Crane Supply
Upon closing of the deal, Crane Supply would become the 16th business unit within Deschenes.

Nominations being accepted for the Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award
The award honours an individual from industry in Canada who has demonstrated inspirational leadership in the apprenticeship of skilled workers.

Register today: The Road to 2030 – A Free Online Panel Discussion
Join us Monday, April 25 between 1-2 p.m. (eastern time) for a free online panel discussion about how the industry can get out ahead of pending regulatory policies and standards to meet 2030 emissions reductions.

Technical Safety BC seeking contractor input on licence numbers and advertising
Effective September 6, 2022, B.C. contractors will be required to publish their company name and Technical Safety BC licence number when advertising their services.

Right Time Group Acquires Wardlaw Heating and Cooling
Wardlaw, located in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, is the 14th acquisition completed by Right Time.