Brampton, ON, September 4th, 2025 – Sonepar announced the appointment of James Taylor, as the new Ontario Region President, effective September 29th, 2025.
James has been in the industry for over 20 years and has gained a wealth of experience working for Electrozad and Rockwell Automation. The success he achieved in his previous roles as, Electrozad’s former President and Vice-President Sales and Operations, is a testament to his transformational leadership abilities.
“James has been an integral part of the Electrozad leadership team and was essential to their successful integration into Sonepar. With his deep understanding of our industry and commitment to excellence, I am confident in James’s ability to successfully lead the Ontario Region as it continues to grow.” stated Serge Leblanc, Sonepar Canada President.
About Sonepar:
Sonepar is an independent family-owned company standing as the world leader in B-to-B distribution of electrical equipment, solutions, and services. In 2024, Sonepar achieved sales of €32.5 billion. Present in 40 countries with a dense network of brands, the Group is leading an ambitious transformation to make its customers’ lives easier providing them with an omnichannel experience and sustainable solutions in the building, industry, and energy markets. Sonepar’s 46 000 associates are committed to accelerating the world’s electrification and driven by a shared Purpose: Powering Progress for Future Generations. www.sonepar.com
About Sonepar in Canada:
Sonepar entered Canada in 1984 and has continued to grow through strategic acquisitions and organic growth. Today, Sonepar serves the Canadian market through a network of companies with over 100 locations and 2,500 associates nationwide. For more information, visit www.soneparcanada.com
About Sonepar Ontario Region
The Sonepar Ontario Region is an organization that is made up of a collection of Operative Companies (Aztec, Dixon Electric, Electrozad, MGM Electric, and Sesco) that stretch across the province of Ontario. These companies range from full-line electrical wholesalers, wire & cable distributors to installation program implementation.
Press Contact: Shoynear Morrison, Communications Director shoynear.morrison@sonepar.ca