Board of Directors

Chair and Vice-Chair of the Board

The Chair is accountable to the Board of Directors and shall fulfill the responsibilities of the office of Chair as outlined in Tarion’s By-laws and this position description. He/she will lead the Board in establishing effective corporate governance processes and practices and ensuring efficient and effective Board meetings.

The Vice Chair shall perform the duties and responsibilities of the Chair of the Board in the Chair’s absence, and/or perform other responsibilities as assigned or delegated by the Chair.

View Position Description: Chair and Vice Chair (PDF)



 

Chair of a Board Committee (“Committee Chair”)

Accountable to the Board of Directors, the Committee Chair’s responsibilities include ensuring that the Committee fulfills its role and responsibilities as outlined in the Committee’s Terms of Reference as approved by the Board.

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Director

Working as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, the director will ensure the integrity and fulfilment of the board’s process and represent the best interest of the organization. 

View Position Description: Director (PDF)

 


Chair and Vice Chair of an Advisory Council (“Council Chair”)

Accountable to the Board of Directors through the Stakeholder Committee, the Council Chair is responsible for 
ensuring that the Council fulfills its role and responsibilities as outlined in the Council’s Terms of Reference
as approved by the Board.

View Position Description: Council Chair (PDF)

Audit and Risk Committee

The Audit & Risk Committee is a Standing Committee of the Board of Directors. On behalf of the Board, the Committee oversees the impact and management of financial, and all other risks that affect Tarion, except for the Ontario New Home Warranty Plan Act, which is overseen by the Governance & Regulatory Affairs Committee. 

The Committee also oversees Tarion’s external and management financial reporting; risk framework and reporting; and long-term financial sustainability and reports thereon to the Board.

View Terms of Reference for the Audit and Risk Committee (PDF)

 



Stakeholder Committee

The Tarion Stakeholder Committee has been established to provide guidance, informed opinion and progressive ideas and to make recommendations to Tarion's Board of Directors with respect to the promotion of consumer interests and consumer protection initiatives as they relate to both the mandate of Tarion and to Tarion’s Commitment to New Home Buyers.

View Terms of Reference for the Stakeholder Committee (PDF)

The Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) and Industry Advisory Council (IAC) are sub-committees of the Stakeholder Committee of the Board of Directors of Tarion. Learn more about them in the Advisory Councils tab.
 

Governance & Regulatory Affairs Committee

The Governance & Regulatory Affairs Committee has been established to provide guidance and make recommendations to Tarion's Board of Directors. The Committee is also responsible for assisting the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities with regard to Tarion’s specific regulation-making powers as provided in the Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act.

View Terms of Reference for the Governance & Regulatory Affairs Committee (PDF)



 

Human Resources & Compensation Committee

The Human Resources & Compensation Committee is appointed by the Board of Directors to assist the Board in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities regarding human resources and compensation on behalf of Tarion. 

The Committee oversees the implementation of human resources decisions of the Board and ensures the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems implemented to ensure compliance with all human resources legislation, policies and procedures. Additionally, the Committee leads the evaluation and compensation process for the CEO.

View Terms of Reference for the Human Resources & Compensation Committee (PDF)




Investment Committee

The Investment Committee is a committee of the Board of Directors and reports to the Board on the corporate investment plans, policies and issues with respect to the Guarantee Fund and pension plan(s) that affect Tarion.

View Terms of Reference for the Investment Committee (PDF)

Consumer Advisory Council


Call for Nominations!

Nominations for the Consumer Advisory Council are now open!

The Consumer Advisory Council (CAC) is looking to fill an end of term vacancy starting January 1, 2024 with a new home buyer that has experience with Tarion’s warranty process.

The CAC consists of nine members and reports to the Stakeholder Committee of the Board of Directors of Tarion.

The purpose of the CAC is to act as an advisory body who provides ongoing advice from a home buyer/consumer perspective on proposed policy or other changes impacting new home buyer consumers.

Council members are expected to:

• Have the ability to serve for a minimum of two years and eligible to be appointed for up to six years (e.g., three, two-year terms);
• Attend a minimum of four meetings that take place each year in person or virtually;
• Participate in special requests for work engaging Council in part or in whole, whether initiated by the Chair, by the Stakeholder Committee or by
• Management under direction of the Committee outside of the pre-scheduled meetings;
• Always act bearing in mind the public interest mandate of Ontario’s new home warranty program and with a particular emphasis on consumer protection;
• Read and sign a Confidentiality Agreement and Conflict of Interest Declaration before assuming a position on the Council, and attest to compliance with the foregoing annually thereafter;
• Have his/her/their Council membership and relevant background published on the Corporation’s website; and
• Be able to commit the time and resources necessary to serve on the Consumer Advisory Council.

Council Members will be compensated for reasonable travel expenses and a per diem of $800.00 per meeting.

Qualifications: 

• A minimum of 2 years as a new home owner with experience with Tarion;
• A maximum of 8 years since taking possession of a new home;
• A positive orientation to consumer protection in keeping with the Consumer Advisory Council’s purpose and mandate of improving consumer protection;
• Strong communication and collaborative skills;
• Previous advisory council, consumer advocacy or public policy experience in related domains is an asset (e.g. municipal, health, education); and
• Demonstrate credibility, integrity and high ethical standards in business dealings and personal affairs.

To apply, please submit a letter of intent detailing how you meet the stated qualifications and your resume by October 9, 2026, to stakeholderrelations@tarion.com.

We thank all applicants in advance, however only those selected for consideration will be contacted.  For more information about the role and nomination process, please contact us at stakeholderrelations@tarion.com.

Tarion is committed to equity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, background, or disability. Tarion is also committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes.
 

Industry Advisory Council

The Industry Advisory Council (IAC) consists of seven members and is a sub-committee of the Stakeholder Committee of the Board of Directors of Tarion.

The purpose of the IAC is to act as an advisory body who provides ongoing advice from a regulated industry perspective on proposed policy or other changes impacting new home builders.

Industry Advisory Council Terms of Reference

Council Members
 

Below you will find a list of the policies of Tarion’s Board of Directors. Clicking on any of the below links will open a PDF outlining the full details of the policy.

Access to Information PDF

Social Media Policy PDF

Board Remuneration Policy PDF

Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest PDF