Reference boundary

Ontario residential source-navigation only. It does not publish GFCI location rules, exceptions, distances, device ratings, or installation directions.

Reference table

Point to official Ontario source pages relevant to GFCI receptacle location review.

Reference basis uses ESA Bulletin 26-18-15, ESA Bulletin 26-26-6, and ESA Ontario Electrical Safety Code navigation.
Source areaCurrent sourceReview useBoundary
ESA Bulletin 26-18-15AFCI and GFCI in a dwelling unitUse this GFCI source before reviewing Ontario dwelling-unit GFCI context.source-navigation only; no GFCI location rule, exception, distance, or device rating is reproduced
ESA Bulletin 26-26-6Receptacles for unfinished basements, utility rooms, laundry rooms, laundry closets and bath tub or shower stall areasUse this related receptacle source before reviewing utility-area GFCI context.source-navigation only; no GFCI location rule, receptacle rule, exception, or installation direction is reproduced
ESA OESCOntario Electrical Safety Code pageUse this page to confirm the current Ontario code cycle before reading GFCI sources.source-navigation only; no GFCI location rule, Ontario rule text, amendment, or inspection answer is reproduced
Use notes
  • Use this table only for source-navigation and current source-area review.
  • Confirm the current source document, product marking, utility page, or authority guidance before any design or field decision.