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Why Join?

What Membership will Mean to You

Connections from your Local Chapter across the Province

Whether you’re just starting your career or growing your independent business, an Ontario Electrical League (OEL) Membership offers you access to benefits, resources, and industry expertise that can make an immediate difference and have a lasting impact on your career.

  • Industry Networking
  • Events and Trade Seminars
  • Apprenticeship and Mentoring
  • Online Training and Courses
  • Deals and Discounts
  • News and Resources
  • Government Advocacy
  • Local Chapter Meetings

Membership connects you to the tools and resources you’ll need to solve problems, overcome obstacles, and accelerate your success. You will receive the support you need, a network you can count on, and the kind of collaborative partner you can trust to always do the right thing — for you.

You will benefit from Deals and Discounts on vehicles and workwear, and whether you’re an established business owner or an Apprentice, we’ll support you in accessing funding, and offer you access to the industry resources and expertise you need to succeed, now.

$3M+
disbursed in Training & Wage Subsidies to date
500+
Apprentices subsidized to date
100+
Event Networking Opportunities every year
500+
Small to Medium Licensed Electrical Contractors
38K+
Individual Members

What our members say:

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If I ever have a question about anything as a business owner, OEL will support me. Whether it's hiring apprentices, applying for grants, financial management, literally anything. I get pointed in the direction of resources and partners to help me.

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If you have questions, our FAQ section has answers.

Marketing and Communications


OEL is active on all major social platforms, which we use to communicate industry and Membership news. We also publish and share our e-newsletter with Members every week. Our Member Portal hosts more news, upcoming events, and key resources for apprentices and contractors alike.

Committees and Community

The OEL Contractor Committee meets monthly to address issues that affect our Members. These include, but are not limited to: Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) rates, and Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) code changes & regulations, Ontario Provincial Code Committee (OPCC), Contractor Advisory Council (CoAC), and Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA) issues.

News and Resources

The OEL Member Portal shares current news, events, and resources. You’ll also find details on Membership benefits and promotions. Some of the more useful resources hosted in the Member Portal are the OEL Rate Calculator, OEL Job Board, and the Labour Rate Guide, which is updated yearly.

Contractor and Business Directory

Whether you’re searching for OEL Contractors and electrical equipment manufacturers to industrial suppliers and construction services, you’ll find them all -easily - here.