The Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA)
Licensing and regulating new home builders and sellers in Ontario
Learn the requirements to become
a licensed builder or seller.
Search the Ontario Builder Directory to find a licensed professional.
File a complaint about the conduct of a licensed builder or seller.
New to Ontario? What to Know Before Buying a Newly Built Home
For many newcomers to Canada, buying a new home represents a sign of belonging, stability, and a future taking shape in a new country.
But if you’re new to Ontario, the process of buying a newly built home may be very different from what you’re used to. Unlike many places, Ontario has a specific regulatory system for new home construction that works differently from buying a resale home.
Learn the basics and take the first steps toward buying your new home with confidence.
Recent Actions & Decisions
Grand Communities (Rougemount) Corporation
Notice to Refuse Licence
Date issued: July 9, 2026
Notice to Revoke Licence
Date issued: July 5, 2026
Administrative Penalty
Date issued: June 18, 2026
Compliance Order
Date issued: June 14, 2026
Court Charges
Date issued: May 14, 2026
Administrative Penalty
Date issued: May 5, 2026
Recent Blogs
New to Ontario? What to Know Before Buying a Newly Built Home
Learn what to know before buying a newly built home, including how to check your builder’s licence, the difference between the HCRA and Tarion, and finding trusted resources.
The HCRA and Building Officials: Working Together for Safer Homes
Confused about who does what? Learn the difference between HCRA and building officials in Ontario and who to contact when buying a home.
Cutting the Regulatory Jargon: Key Terms Ontario Homebuyers Should Know
Buying a home is exciting, but unfamiliar regulatory language can make the process feel hard to navigate. While these terms may sound technical, they exist for a simple reason: to protect you during one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.