Founded almost 50 years ago, Uens Poleline has long been a trusted name in electrical infrastructure across Eastern Ontario. The company was established in 1976 by Jim Uens, and was revitalized in 2006 by the Graham family, led by owner Mark Graham and his wife Tammy. Under their direction, the company has grown and evolved in terms of both size and reputation. These days, they are a company well recognized for their commitment to providing transparent customer service, innovative solutions, and unwavering client satisfaction. In terms of their capabilities, Uens Poleline is a high voltage electrical contractor that specializes in overhead line construction, as well as underground distribution systems and streetlighting. Their day-to-day work stretches from Port Hope to the Quebec border, but the company’s reach doesn’t end there. When storms strike, Mark and his team go wherever they are needed. Last year, they left Ottawa to assist Duke Energy in the Carolinas and were then dispatched to St. Petersburg, Florida, for Hurricane Milton. “All the guys are here to do a job,” Mark says. “It doesn’t matter what country or state we’re working in.” For Uens Poleline, the work is about people, and the gratitude shown during those difficult times makes the long days and dangerous conditions worthwhile. The company’s projects range from everyday utility work to large-scale storm recovery efforts, but one recent project stands out as a highlight. Uens was selected by Compass Energy, a multinational company, to construct a 46kV line and switching infrastructure for the Almonte Battery Storage plant. The facility will support renewable generation by feeding stored power back onto the grid. For Mark, winning that contract was both an honor and a challenge. His OCTOBER 2025
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