Maritime Electric
180 Kent Street C1A7N2 Charlottetown, PE, Canada

Happy National Nurses Week! This week, we celebrate and thank all the nurses working around the clock to keep Islanders safe and healthy today and every day. #NationalNursesWeek2021

Happy Mother’s Day from our family to yours! To all mothers, thank you for all you do.

** Update: Power is now restored. ** An emergency power outage is required tonight (May 8th) at approximately 9 pm to make repairs to our system due to a motor vehicle accident. This outage will affect Wellington, Alberton, O’Leary and surrounding areas. Crews will work as quickly and safely as possible to restore power.

** UPDATE: Power is now restored. ** We are currently experiencing an outage affecting Kinlock, Stratford, Crossroads, Southport, Keppoch, Glen Stewart and surrounding areas. Crews have been dispatched. To report power outages, please call 1-800-670-1012 or visit maritimeelectric.com.

As we wrap up Emergency Preparedness Week, we want to remind Islanders of the importance of being prepared. The Canadian Red Cross has a FREE emergency plan template on their website. Download and complete the plan, and make sure it’s accessible to each member of your family: https://bit.ly/3bzpHCh #EPWeek2021

Christmas tree lights should not be left on for prolonged periods of time or overnight. Even LED lights can overheat and become a potential fire hazard. Make it a habit to turn off or unplug your lights and decorations every time you leave the house or go to bed at night.

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as an Assistant Storekeeper! Learn more and apply online at www.maritimeelectric.com/assistant-storekeeper. Closing date for applications: December 22, 2020

We’re proud to share we’ve been supporting KidSport PEI for more than a decade! KidSport PEI provides grants to Island families to help cover the costs of sport registration fees and equipment to ensure that no kid is ever left watching from the sidelines. Pictured: Tom Crowell, President and Janet Clark, Vice President.

It's been a full decade since the tree on top of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Prince Edward was lit - and we, with the help of our friends at CMP Equipment Mari...time Electric and Blue Electric Ltd. thought this was the year to bring it back. Similar to the Heart that lit our hotel up in March, this tree is a sign of the things we know to be true - Islanders can get through anything, together. This holiday season, we bring you a glimmer of hope when you look UP. . Not only is this tree a sign of hope as we say goodbye to 2020, it's a special gift to our friends at Special Olympics PEI. Islanders have banded together to "buy a bulb" with all proceeds going to this great charity. (If you would like to buy a bulb or donate to support our friends at Special Olympics PEI, link --> https://www.specialolympics.ca/pei) . A very special thanks to Maritime Electric who provided the bulbs to light the tree, Blue Electric who installed the lights & wired everything together and CMP who spent countless hours bringing our old tree back to life. . Islanders helping Islanders is the theme of 2020, and we can't wait to see how that leads us into the new year. . The Delta Prince Edward by Marriott team See more

Did you know that overloaded outlets are a common cause of holiday fires? Avoid overloading electrical outlets; if a circuit becomes overloaded, it can overheat and start an electrical fire. This holiday season stuff stockings, not electrical outlets or power bars, and stay safe.

If you own or operate a space heater when the cold weather comes, follow these simple tips to operate it safely: Place the heater on a hard, level and nonflammable surface. They are intended to sit on the floor, not on a table. Keep the space heater at least 3 feet away from combustible materials, such as furniture, bedding and curtains.... Turn it off when you leave the room or go to bed. Unplug the heater when it’s not in use by pulling the plug straight from the outlet. Check the cord for damage periodically, and don’t use the heater if the cord is frayed or worn. Don’t plug another electrical device or an extension cord into the same outlet as a heaterthat can cause overheating.

Happy Thanksgiving, from all of us at Maritime Electric!

We are excited to add our first electric vehicle to our fleet, along with a new Level 2 EV charging station outside of our office at 180 Kent Street! Thanks to Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown for stopping by today (pictured with President & CEO Jason Roberts). #PoweringTheFuture

Do you own or operate a heat pump? With every new season, it’s important to remember to get the filter cleaned in your heat pump to keep it running at optimal efficiency.

It’s Fire Prevention Week, a reminder that simple actions in the home can help keep you and your family safe. Help prevent an electrical fire from happening in your home by following these important tips: - Check for faulty electrical outlets and never use an appliance with a worn or frayed cord. - Never run cords under carpet. - Keep space heaters away from curtains, beds, clothing, etc.... - Check the battery on smoke detectors on each level of your home. - Always check the maximum recommended bulb wattage on any lighting fixture or lamp and never go over the recommended amount. - Only use extension cords as a temporary measure. See more

Job Opportunity: Apply today to join our team as a Customer Service Representative! Learn more and apply online at www.maritimeelectric.com/customer-service-representative Closing date for applications: October 9, 2020

Today we recognize Orange Shirt Day to spread awareness that #EveryChildMatters and honour the First Nations children and families affected by Canada’s residential school system. Our employees’ shirts were designed and printed by Mi’kmaq Printing and Design.

The Tropical Storm Watch has ended for PEI, but we will continue to keep a close eye on the weather this evening as winds begin to subside, and crews are ready to respond if needed. If you need us, call 1-800-670-1012 or visit www.maritimeelectric.com. Stay safe and stay prepared.

Teddy is now a Post-Tropical Storm off the coast of Nova Scotia. Please stay safe and be prepared. We continue to keep a close eye on the weather and crews are deployed across PEI ready to respond if needed. If you need us, call 1-800-670-1012 or visit www.maritimeelectric.com.

Hurricane Teddy is approaching Atlantic Canada and a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for PEI. Make sure you and your family are prepared: www.maritimeelectric.com/ou/outages/preparing-for-an-outage. Our team is here for you and ready to respond. If you need us call 1-800-670-1012. Please stay safe.

We're keeping a close eye on the weather as Hurricane Teddy approaches Atlantic Canada. Stay safe and be prepared - our team is ready to respond if you need us. Visit our website to learn how you can prepare for storms: www.maritimeelectric.com/ou/outages/preparing-for-an-outage. If you need us call 1-800-670-1012.

Be prepared for storm season. Prepare an emergency kit and place it in an area that is easily accessible to you and your family. Include items such as portable cell phone chargers, flashlights, water and non-perishable foods. Learn more at: www.maritimeelectric.com/ou/outages/preparing-for-an-outage

We’re proud to support the Chief Mary Bernard Women’s Shelter, a shelter for women in distress, women without housing, or for young mothers who need extra support. The Shelter provides a safe place for both aboriginal and non-aboriginal women and their children who are experiencing family violence, while giving residents access to employment services, parenting and life skills programs. Pictured: Nikki Gallant, Assistant Shelter Coordinator (right), Megan Gallant, Shelter Support worker (left)

** UPDATE: Power is now restored. ** We are currently experiencing an outage affecting Covehead, Stanhope, Brackley, Harrington, Dalvay and surrounding areas. A crew has been dispatched to investigate. To report power outages, please call 1-800-670-1012 or report online at www.maritimeelectric.com.