Overview of NETCO - National Electrical Trade Council The National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO) is a pan-Canadian alliance between the Canadian Electrical Contractors Association (CECA) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) in Canada. It serves as the authoritative voice for electrical contractors and IBEW local unions across Canada, focusing on promoting national standards in electrical skills training and advocating for policy issues relevant to its partner organizations[1]. ### Key Activities and Initiatives - Training Standards: NETCO develops and promotes training standards for emerging technologies like Electric Vehicle Infrastructure and PV Solar across Canada[1]. - Advocacy: It advocates for changes to Canada's Red Seal Program and supports industry-specific training resources[1]. - Annual Conference: NETCO hosts an annual training conference to address evolving needs in electrical apprenticeship and journeyperson skills training[1][4]. - Collaborations: NETCO works closely with the electrical training ALLIANCETM, a U.S.-based organization, to integrate blended learning methods into Canadian electrical training[1]. ### Programs and Certifications - Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP): NETCO offers comprehensive training for the installation of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), covering technical aspects, customer relations, and industry perspectives[3]. - Certification Requirements: Participants must be licensed or certified electricians or provide documentation of extensive electrical experience[3]. ### Contact Information NETCO's head office is located at 1450 Meyerside Drive, Suite 300, Mississauga, ON L5T 2N5. For apprenticeship inquiries, individuals are directed to contact local IBEW offices[2].