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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.

  • Upskilling and certification

    Industry Networking

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    Events and Trade Seminars

  • Apprenticeship and mentoring

    Apprenticeship and Mentoring

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    Online Training and Courses

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    Deals and Discounts

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    News and Resources

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    Government Advocacy

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    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.

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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 ESA, 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.”

Deals & Discounts

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  • Coming soon! Half Price Code Training, ESA-led, OEL-hosted, materials included Stay tuned!

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  • General Motors Competitive Assistance Discount Program

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  • Chrysler Canada Fleet Discount Program

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  • Jim Peplinski Leasing - preferred on open-ended leases

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  • 10% Member discount from Mark’s Work Warehouse

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  • Free 15-minute monthly legal consultation with Sherrard Kuzz LLP – Employment & Labour Lawyers.

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  • Coverage specific to your needs, offering one of the most comprehensive and specialized programs for businesses in Canada by Federated Insurance.

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  • 15% off oil changes and 10% off all other services from Mr. Lube

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  • Coverage specific to your Business needs from Federated Insurance.

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  • Savings on entertainment, travel, shopping, health, wellness, sport, and more from Perkopolis

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  • 2.6 cent per-litre discount from Imperial Oil and Esso

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  • Exclusive CAA Corporate Membership discounts, including four tows annually (200–300kms tows annually), and travel discounts

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Tools & Resources

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Coming soon! Half Price Code Training, ESA-led, OEL-hosted, materials included Stay tuned!

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Employer Engagement Program including the Small Business Development Series and wage, training, & equipment subsidies.

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OEL’s Job Board by FitFirst to recruit short-term & long-term talent – from Journeypersons to Apprentices.

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Member Portal for Industry News, Membership Benefits, Communities to stay on top of the trade, Rate Calculator, Labour Rate Guide, and much more!

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OEL’s eUniversity Online Training portal hosted by MasteryNet

Meetings & Events

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Quinte Chapter Meeting – February 11, 2025

February 11, 2025

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Kingston Chapter Meeting – February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Waterloo Chapter Meeting – February 12, 2025

February 12, 2025

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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Durham Chapter Meeting – February 26, 2025

February 26, 2025

5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

If you have questions, our FAQ section has answers.

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.