consumer protection
CondoBusiness
Consumer protection on Ontario’s condo agenda
The Ontario government reiterates its awareness that “more than one million Ontarians call a condominium community home” as it launches one public consultation and promises another.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Alberta moving to regulate life lease housing
Proposed amendments to Alberta’s Consumer Protection Act will add a new section pertaining to life lease housing to establish rules for what contracts must contain.
CondoBusiness
Ontario eyes purchase agreements for new builds
The Ontario government is considering whether to mandate the legal review of purchase agreements for units in new condominium developments.
CondoBusiness
Ontario proposes sunset for timeshare contracts
The Ontario government is considering a 10-year exit horizon for timeshare contracts as part of its update to the Consumer Protection Act.
REMI Network
Pandemic-related scams skew consumer complaints
Landlord-tenant disputes ranked a distant third in the tally of consumer complaints lodged with the New York State Attorney General last year.
REMI Network
Alberta to review Condominium Property Regulation
The Alberta government has prioritized funds to review what it considers "ongoing dysfunction" in the province’s real estate industry.
REMI Network
Auditor report reveals critical oversights at Tarion
Ontario’s auditor general has released a report of recommendations for improving processes and standards at Tarion Warranty Corporation.
CondoBusiness
Ontario passes legislation to strengthen consumer protection
The Ontario government recently passed the Strengthening Protection for Ontario Consumers Act to strengthen protection for home buyers.
CondoBusiness
Alberta introduces stronger protection for condo buyers
On October 12, the Alberta government approved the first stage of new regulations that will better protect condominium buyers in the province.
CondoBusiness
Province strengthens consumer protection with new rules: OREA
The government of Ontario has introduced legislation that, if passed, will implement North America-leading rules in the province around how real estate professionals can represent consumers.