Kaiser Chair Talk Series Sponsored by IEEE PELS: The Future of Electrical Safety in BC
Join Grahame Hamilton, Jeremy Overton and Mark Stevens for an engaging discussion on the evolving landscape of electrical safety in British Columbia.
Drawing on their professional experience, the panel will explore the future of electrical inspections, safety practices, and electrification, along with the challenges and opportunities emerging as electrical systems continue to evolve.
The session will feature a moderated conversation followed by audience Q&A, providing students, engineers, and industry professionals an opportunity to hear directly from leading experts and share in the discussion
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- 2356 Main Mall
- Vancouver, British Columbia
- Canada V6T 1Z4
- Building: MacLeod
- Room Number: MCLD 3014
- Starts 10 September 2026 10:00 PM UTC
- Ends 22 September 2026 12:00 AM UTC
- No Admission Charge
Speakers
Grahame Hamilton of City of Vancouver
Biography:
Grahame Hamilton, P.Eng., FSR-A, is the Manager of the Electrical Inspections Branch with the City of Vancouver’s Development, Buildings & Licensing department. In this role, he helps oversee electrical inspections and the application of electrical safety and bylaw requirements across a wide range of projects in one of Canada’s most active urban building environments. His work focuses on supporting safe, code-compliant electrical installations and guiding inspection practices in response to evolving technologies and building needs. Through his leadership in municipal electrical inspection, Hamilton brings practical insight into electrical safety, regulatory compliance, and the challenges and opportunities associated with electrification in British Columbia.
Address:Vancouver, Canada
Jeremy Overton of Technical Safety BC
Biography:
Jeremy Overton is an Electrical Safety Officer with Technical Safety BC, serving Port Alberni and the central west coast of Vancouver Island, including Bamfield, Ucluelet, and Tofino. He has worked in electrical safety and inspection for nearly a decade, including experience with the City of Vancouver and with Technical Safety BC in Cranbrook and on Vancouver Island. Overton is actively involved in Canadian Electrical Code development as a Technical Sub-Committee member for Sections 10, 62, and 86, and he has also served in leadership roles with the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. His professional work reflects a strong focus on electrical safety, code application, and industry engagement across British Columbia.
Address:Vancouver, Canada
Mark Stevens of BC Hydro
Biography:
Mark Stevens, P.Eng. is the Engineering Team Lead for Customer Electrical Service Connections within BC Hydro’s Distribution Standards group. His team is responsible for BC Hydro’s electrical service requirements and customer service connection standards, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial development across the province. He has more than 15 years of experience in electrical engineering and utility infrastructure, including a decade in the electrical consulting industry before joining BC Hydro. Stevens is also actively involved in the development of national electrical utility standards, serving as Vice-Chair of CSA C22.3 No. 7, Underground Systems, and as a voting member of CSA C22.3 No. 1, Overhead Systems. His work focuses on utility standards, customer connections, electrical infrastructure, and the safe integration of new loads into the distribution system.
Address:Vancouver, Canada