New registration requirements for newly built homes in Ontario

Ontario's new home warranty program requires homebuyers to register purchase agreements within 45 days starting Jan. 1, 2027, to detect illegal building and selling. Late or unregistered buyers still get deposit protection through a capped fund. Registration allows verification of builder licensing and alerts authorities to unauthorized sales. Full builder warranty coverage lasts seven years. The process is online and quick, aimed at enhancing consumer protection and disrupting illegal sales.