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ARTICLE · 18 OCTOBER 2021

Home Construction Regulatory Authority ("HCRA") And Tarion – What's New?

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On February 1, 2021, the HCRA assumed responsibility for new home builder and vendor licensing in Ontario. This change comes as a result of Ontario's commitment to strengthening the province's consumer protection.

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Kaleigh Du Vernet
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Big Changes

On February 1, 2021, the HCRA assumed responsibility for new home builder and vendor licensing in Ontario. This change comes as a result of Ontario's commitment to strengthening the province's consumer protection. The HCRA is meant to ensure that new home builders and vendors are held to professional standards, and that all buyers and owners of new homes are well-informed and trust that their homes have been built properly. Having the HCRA as a separate authority addresses consumer concerns about potential conflicts of interest within Tarion, Ontario's new home warranty and protection program administrator.

Role of the HCRA

The HCRA will be taking over the licensing competency, complaints and conduct responsibilities from Tarion. Its aim is to set out clear and consistent standards for all licensees by enforcing "high professional standards". The HCRA will help ensure that new home buyers and owners are well-informed and better protected by:

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