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100 years of industry expertise, at your service.

Since 1922, the Ontario Electrical League (OEL) has been a non-profit member-based organization dedicated to supporting and evolving the advancement of independent Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs) in the province.
We’re here to accelerate careers and kick start new ones. To share industry and trade knowledge. To advocate for our Members to help them overcome obstacles. To foster industry-wide networks and collaboration. And to represent and pave the way for future generations in the trade by showing that with 38,000 Individual Members, we’re stronger together.
Since 1922, the Ontario Electrical League (OEL) has been a non-profit member-based organization dedicated to supporting and evolving the advancement of independent Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs) in the province.
We’re here to accelerate careers and kick start new ones. To share industry and trade knowledge. To advocate for our Members to help them overcome obstacles. To foster industry-wide networks and collaboration. And to represent and pave the way for future generations in the trade by showing that with 38,000 Individual Members, we’re stronger together.

Our history of reliability and strength

1920s
On January 11th, 1922, the Ontario Electrical League was established, as the demand for electricity in homes and communities surged.
1940s
Certified electricians were in high demand. So, the Ontario Electrical League opened and operated over 14 wiring schools to answer the call and keep the trade going strong.
1950s
The Ontario Electrical League held its first annual conference, to bring independent electricians contractors together for the first time.
1960s
The decade that the brand truly became the association it is today with the Electric Service League of Ontario and the Electrical Heating Association amalgamating in 1966 to officially become the Ontario Electrical League.
1990s
The Ontario Electrical League moved forward with the critical trade issue of creating a single system of contractor licensing.
2000s
The millennium saw the Ontario Electrical League continue its transition to a more contractor focused organization — a result of deregulation and building on the existing contractor committee.
2010s
The Ontario Electrical League had a solid reputation as the voice of open shop Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs) electrical contractors across the province.
2020s
We look forward to further evolving and advancing the electrical industry and paving the way for future generations to succeed in the trade.

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  • Get deals, discounts and help applying for grants.
  • Key resources for younger professionals.
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Join OEL

It’s the best decision you’ll ever make.

  • Connect to Mentors, Training and the Resources you need.
  • Benefit from a Support Network you can count on.
  • Get Deals, Discounts and Help applying for Grants.
  • Key Resources for Younger Professionals.
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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.”

“OEL is helping me build my knowledge and run my business. They talk about things you wouldn’t think of otherwise.”

“OEL doesn’t just connect Members. They connect Members to other supplier networks. They bring in people from CSA, utilities, power generation, and products. They help you broaden your horizon for your business.”

 “OEL made me realize that I’m not alone in what I face as a business owner.”

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Industry Involvement

Industry leadership, generations in the making.

As a non-profit, Members-based organization that has represented electricians in Ontario since 1922, our commitment to the evolving needs and advancement of the industry spans generations. Today with more than 38,000 Individual Members across the province, we are the voice of Ontario’s independent electrical contractors on issues that matter to their Business. Become a Member and let us speak for you.

We are also actively involved on industry committees such as the Master Examining Committee (MEC), the Contractor Advisory Council (CoAC), and the Electrical Contractor Registration Agency (ECRA), where many of our Members lend their time and expertise.

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Annual Awards

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OEL offers these annual awards to recognize the outstanding contributions of our Members to the electrical industry in Ontario.

Reports & Publications

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We are highly committed to keeping Members and other stakeholders informed about changes and progress in Ontario’s electrical industry. Check out the documents below for more information about OEL and the industry.

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