Safe Swimming Starts Here: Ottawa’s Pool Electrical Requirements Explained

TL;DR: Ottawa pool owners face unique electrical safety challenges due to our climate and strict provincial regulations. Before you open your pool this season, you need ESA-compliant GFCI protection, proper bonding, and a licensed electrician inspection. The 2024 Ontario Electrical Safety Code (effective May 1, 2025) introduced enhanced bonding requirements that affect all new pool […]