Cory Young

Cory Young is an Inside Sales Representative with Nedco in Regina, Saskatchewan, bringing seven years of hands-on electrical experience in industrial and oil and gas environments. With a diploma in Supply Chain and Logistics Management, he combines field knowledge, product expertise and technology to help contractors simplify material sourcing, improve project planning and reduce costly delays. Cory is also the founder of The Current, an electrical-industry blog offering practical insights for contractors, builders, engineers and distribution professionals. His work focuses on connecting the realities of the job site with smarter, more efficient ways of doing business.

Electric Heat in Canada: What the CEC says Before You Crank Up the Thermostat

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From baseboard heaters to electric furnaces, here’s what contractors and homeowners should understand about electric heating, circuit sizing, and the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code. When you live in Saskatchewan, heating isn’t exactly optional. Between the freezing temperatures, howling prairie winds, and those mornings when your vehicle sounds like it’s negotiating its own retirement, keeping buildings … Read more

Illuminating Your Space: Selecting Energy-Efficient and Stylish Lighting Solutions

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Lighting your space doesn’t have to mean choosing between saving energy and looking good. Many Regina homeowners and pros face the challenge of picking fixtures that meet both needs without guesswork. This guide breaks down how energy-efficient lighting options can boost your space’s style while cutting power use. Ready to see what modern lighting solutions … Read more

AFCI vs. GFCI: What’s the Difference, and Why Should You Care?

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One helps prevent elAFCI vs. GFCI: What’s the Difference, and Why Should You Care? One helps prevent electrical fires. The other helps prevent electric shocks. Neither one is particularly impressed by your DIY confidence. If you’ve ever stood in the electrical aisle staring at a circuit breaker labelled AFCI or a receptacle labelled GFCI, wondering … Read more

Is Your Home Ready for Smart Lighting… or Is It Still Living in 1998?

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There was a time when “smart lighting” meant remembering to turn the lights off before bed. A noble effort. A simpler age. Today, smart lighting is less Jetsons fantasy and more quietly brilliant adult decision—the kind that saves energy, boosts safety, and lets you control your house without leaving the couch. But before you start barking … Read more

2026 Electrical Trends: What’s Buzzing, Blinking, and Sneaking Into Your Walls

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Welcome to 2026, where your house is smarter than your group chat, your lights can cure jet lag, and your car might power your fridge. Let’s break down the big electrical trends for the year — no buzzwords, no boring fluff. Just the stuff electricians, contractors, builders, and homeowners actually need to know (and maybe … Read more

Smart Homes Are Getting Weird: What Electricians Should Expect in 2026

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If you thought smart homes peaked with “Hey Google, play AC/DC” — buckle up. In 2026, your house might know your mood, your habits, and your hydro bill better than you do. It might dim the lights when you’re stressed. It might suggest you stop using the dryer during peak hours. It might even tell your … Read more

Temporary Jobsite Lighting: Why It Matters for Your Crew

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The Benefits of Good Lighting Good lighting isn’t just about safety; it’s about productivity too. When your crew can see clearly, they work faster and make fewer mistakes. This leads to higher quality work and less rework, which saves you time and money. Increased Morale When workers feel safe and can see what they’re doing, … Read more

Revolutionizing Solar Farms: A Look at Alberta’s Innovative Approach

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When you think of solar farms, you might picture rows of shiny panels soaking up the sun. But what if I told you there are sheep, chickens, robotic coops, and even 80,000 bees involved? Wade Heuscher is flipping the script on traditional solar farming. As the manager of two utility-scale solar farms in Alberta—one at … Read more

Wallbox Pulsar Plus: More Than Just an EV Charger

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As electric vehicles become more common across Saskatchewan, we’re seeing a shift in the questions homeowners are asking. A few years ago, it was: “Can I install an EV charger?” Today, it’s: “Can my electrical service handle an EV charger?” That’s where the Wallbox Pulsar Plus separates itself from many of the chargers currently on … Read more