Protect your deposit
If you’ve just purchased a new home, register your purchase with Tarion to protect your deposit. It’s easy, secure and takes just one easy step.
Information you'll need:
- Contact information for the purchasers of the home
- Your deposit amount
- Home ID (found on the Warranty Information Sheet attached to your purchase agreement)
Note: If you do not have a Home ID number, you can still register your purchase agreement but you will need extra information - the vendor's name and your home address/legal description of the property.
*When you register your purchase, your deposit is protected by Tarion up to a certain limit. If you do not receive your home because the builder goes bankrupt, doesn’t fulfill the purchase agreement or you are legally allowed to terminate the agreement, you can submit a deposit refund claim to Tarion.
Why register your purchase with Tarion
Registering your purchase benefits you in several ways:
- Creates a record of the purchase with Tarion;
- Notifies Tarion that you wish to participate in the deposit protection program;
- Allows Tarion to provide you with key information on the builder’s warranty on your new home; and
- Allows Tarion to ensure the builder is acting legally and take steps to protect you and others if they are not.
Please Note - Beginning January 1, 2026, to encourage homeowners to register this information early, the deposit coverage rules have been modified:
- Purchasers who register within 45 days of signing their agreement will qualify for the maximum available deposit coverage.
- Purchasers who register later (or do not register) will qualify for coverage under a separate fund that is capped at $10 million annually.
For further information see our deposit coverage information page and FAQ.
What happens next?
Once you have registered your agreement, you will receive a welcome email from Tarion that includes information on the warranty, links to key resources like the Homeowner Learning Hub, and how to reach out to Tarion if you have an issue.
Getting this information when you sign your agreement gives you the opportunity to learn about your new home warranty before you get the keys to your new home. A home is one of life’s biggest purchases – it’s important to protect your investment and Tarion is here to help!
Get ready for your new home
At Tarion, we believe that every new home buyer deserves to feel peace of mind that they’ll get the well-built home they were promised. Start your new home journey by learning about your rights and responsibilities: