SACRAMENTO, CA and MISSISSAUGA, ONT — The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI) and the Electrical & Fuel Industries Affiliation (EGIA) have introduced a brand new partnership that can give Canadian HVAC contractors and distributors entry to EGIA’s enterprise coaching platforms—Contractor College and HVAC Distributor College—whereas increasing joint analysis initiatives throughout North America.
Partnership Expands Entry to Enterprise Coaching
HRAI members now have direct entry to EGIA Contractor College by means of a devoted HRAI-branded platform. This system begins with a 10-day free trial providing the complete on-line coaching library, a customized enterprise analysis and roadmap, one-on-one teaching, and 24/7 knowledgeable help. After the trial, HRAI members obtain discounted entry for ongoing coaching and improvement.
For Canadian HVAC distributors, the partnership opens discounted enrollment in EGIA’s HVAC Distributor College. This system is designed to assist distributor gross sales groups strengthen contractor relationships and turn into value-added companions. Distributor College combines on-demand video programs with stay workshops tailor-made to territory managers.
“HRAI has been the gold customary for HVAC trade management in Canada for over 55 years,” stated Bruce Matulich, CEO of EGIA. “Their dedication to skilled requirements, trade advocacy, and member success makes them the best associate to assist us serve Canadian HVAC contractors and distributors.”
Joint Analysis Builds Market Perception
The collaboration additionally builds on the 2 organizations’ latest success with the 2025 HVAC Contractor Survey Analysis Report, which offered useful enterprise benchmarking information throughout North America. A brand new model of the survey is now underway, with Canadian participation inspired to make sure strong regional illustration within the 2026 report.
“EGIA Contractor College represents the head of enterprise coaching in our trade,” stated Tara Smith, Chair of HRAI. “This partnership permits us to carry world-class enterprise improvement sources to our members whereas contributing to analysis that advantages your entire HVAC group.”
Learn how to Take part
Contractors can participate within the 2026 HVAC Contractor Survey at MyContractorUniversity.com/Survey.
HRAI contractors can be taught extra about their devoted Contractor College entry at MyContractorUniversity.com/HRAI, and Canadian HVAC distributors can discover Distributor College choices at HVACDistributorUniversity.com/HRAI.
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