Understand the Ontario Electrical Safety Code changes affecting your home. Learn about required upgrades, compliance deadlines, and what work requires a licensed professional.
Written by licensed electricians • ECRA/ESA #7000102
Updated May 22, 2026
PDF • 14-16 pages
By O. MOREAL ELECTRIC
The Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC) is updated regularly, and the changes can directly affect your home's compliance status. Our guide breaks down the 29th Edition (2024) changes into plain language that homeowners can understand. From new GFCI and AFCI requirements to surge protection mandates and tamper-resistant receptacle rules, you'll learn exactly what applies to your home, what work you can legally do yourself, and when you need to hire a licensed electrical contractor.
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