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.
Cutting the Regulatory
Jargon: Key Terms Ontario Homebuyers Should Know
In Ontario, understanding key legal and regulatory terms can help protect you as a homebuyer.
For example, all new home builders and sellers are required by law to be licensed by the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA). But what does that really mean for you?
Get the clarity you need to move forward with confidence.
Recent Actions & Decisions
Compliance Order
Date issued: February 6, 2026
Notice of Proposal to Suspend a Licence
Date issued: January 29, 2026
Compliance Order
Date issued: December 12, 2025
Notice of Proposal to Refuse to Renew a Licence
Date issued: November 28, 2025
Notice of Proposal to Refuse to Renew a Licence
Date issued: November 28, 2025
Recent Blogs
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.
Illegal Selling of New Homes in Ontario: What Buyers Need to Know
In Ontario, there are laws that govern who can sell new homes to help protect you as a homebuyer. These laws are designed to ensure that the people selling new homes meet clear standards and can be held accountable if something goes wrong.
Know Before You Buy: Pre-Construction Condominiums
Buying a pre-construction condo is exciting — but there’s a lot to consider, from builders to contracts to timelines. The good news? There are clear protections in place to help keep buyers informed and supported along the way.