- Tarion Warranty CorporationTarion regulates new home builders and vendors and requires them to enroll every new home (including condominium units) before their construction. It also administers legislative warranties and protections that come with new homes.
- Canadian Bankers' AssociationCanadian Bankers' Association offers two helpful financial brochures called Mortgage Wise and Managing Money. Visit their website or call (toll free) 1-800-263-0231 for more information.
- Canadian Mortgage and Housing CorporationCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers a helpful booklet called Consumer's Guide to Buying a Home. CMHC's website also dedicates an entire section geared to home buyers.
- Consumer Protection OntarioConsumer Protection Ontario provides information about your rights as a consumer when buying a new home or condominium.
- Law Society of OntarioIf you would like help selecting a real estate lawyer, call the Law Society of Ontario's lawyer-referral service (toll free) at 1-800-268-8326 or visit www.lsuc.on.ca. In Toronto, call (416) 947-3330.
- The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO)The Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) regulates real estate professionals in Ontario. RECO strives to educate consumers to ensure they understand the benefits of a regulated real estate sector.