{"id":3957,"date":"2025-11-25T14:05:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T19:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cadimmigration.com\/?p=3957"},"modified":"2025-11-25T14:05:11","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T19:05:11","slug":"ontarios-bill-60-becomes-law-a-complete-breakdown-of-the-provinces-major-overhaul-to-housing-transport-and-tenant-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cadimmigration.com\/?p=3957","title":{"rendered":"Ontario\u2019s Bill 60 Becomes Law: A Complete Breakdown of the Province\u2019s Major Overhaul to Housing, Transport, and Tenant Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Ontario has officially passed <strong>Bill 60<\/strong>, known as the <strong>Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025<\/strong>, marking one of the most significant legislative reshaping efforts in recent years. After clearing its third reading in the Legislative Assembly on November 24, 2025, the bill is set to receive Royal Assent and transform a wide span of provincial systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The law modifies <strong>15 existing statutes<\/strong> and introduces a brand-new <strong>Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act, 2025<\/strong>, giving the province expanded authority over planning, housing, transit, municipal infrastructure, and the landlord-tenant system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This comprehensive explainer outlines what Bill 60 changes, who it affects, and when different sections take effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Why the Ontario Government Pushed Bill 60<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>In its preamble, the government states that the purpose of Bill 60 is to combat long-standing delays in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Housing construction and approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transit and infrastructure delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Movement of people and goods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Landlord and Tenant Board decision-making<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driver\u2019s licensing processes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Municipal service coordination<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The province argues that outdated regulations, slow planning processes, and tribunal backlogs are obstructing development and infrastructure expansion. Bill 60 is positioned as a multi-sector solution to these long-standing issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Overview of the Major Changes Introduced in Bill 60<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Bill 60 is divided into <strong>16 schedules<\/strong>, each reshaping a different area of law. Together, they impact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Housing and zoning approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provincial and municipal transit development<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development charges and municipal services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driver\u2019s licensing and Ontario photo cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Landlord-tenant rules, eviction procedures, and LTB operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water services governance, including a new corporate model<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rules for lane reductions and bike lane planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local roads, towing, and technical infrastructure regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional restructuring, including utilities in Peel Region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">How Bill 60 Accelerates Housing and Infrastructure<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Expanded Provincial Powers for Transit and Municipal Service Access<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bill 60 strengthens the province\u2019s ability to plan, build, operate, and maintain major transit projects by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allowing the province to intervene earlier and more broadly in nearby properties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reducing notice periods from 30 to 15 days before acting on certain infrastructure changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giving Metrolinx more authority to adjust or relocate municipal infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allowing provincial access to sewage systems, bridges, hydrants, and life-safety systems for transit needs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These changes are aimed at reducing construction delays and operational bottlenecks around major transit corridors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. New Framework for Development Charges<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Municipal development charges undergo significant restructuring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A new \u201cland acquisition class\u201d is created for greater transparency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Municipalities must provide studies, by-laws, and background documentation upon request<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rules for reserve fund spending are clarified<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Municipalities must create official \u201clocal service policies\u201d clarifying which infrastructure costs are developer-funded<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Builders and municipalities will need to adjust budgeting and cost-sharing models under the new rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Planning Act Amendments: More Provincial Control<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bill 60 introduces several major changes to land-use planning:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ministerial decisions (excluding Greenbelt matters) are no longer required to align with provincial policy statements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>New flexibility to reduce minimum zoning standards or increase maximums without full amendments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expanded dispute resolution powers for the Minister, including routing major issues to the Ontario Land Tribunal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minister\u2019s Zoning Orders (MZOs) must now be published on a government website<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These measures collectively increase the province\u2019s authority in planning decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Transit Station Charges Shifted to Occupancy Stage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Residential developers will now pay transit station charges when residents move in rather than earlier in the construction cycle. Municipalities may request guarantees for these payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Impact of Bill 60 on Tenants and Landlords<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedule 12 has generated the most public debate, with tenant advocates raising concerns about increased eviction risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Changes to Eviction Notices<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All notices must use updated forms approved by the Landlord and Tenant Board<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides flexibility for the government to prescribe mandatory forms by regulation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. New Exemptions for Compensation Requirements<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases of \u201clandlord\u2019s own use,\u201d landlords will no longer be required to compensate tenants or offer another unit if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The notice is given after the schedule takes effect<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The termination date is at least 120 days after notice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The termination date aligns with the end of the rental period or lease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Non-Payment of Rent: Earlier Termination and Undefined \u2018Persistent Late Payment\u2019<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Termination for non-payment can now take effect as early as seven days after notice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What counts as \u201cpersistent late payment\u201d will be defined later by regulation, giving Cabinet flexibility to adjust eviction criteria<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Tenants Must Pay Half of Arrears Before Raising Their Own Complaints<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A major shift requires tenants to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pay 50 percent of alleged arrears<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet new notice requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026before introducing repair issues or other counterclaims at a non-payment hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tenant groups warn this will disadvantage low-income tenants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Reduced Discretion for the Landlord and Tenant Board<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The LTB\u2019s ability to set aside eviction orders is restricted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discretionary power to delay evictions is now subject to new conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review requests must be filed within 15 days except in rare exceptions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Effects on Drivers, Photo Cards, and Roadway Design<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Legal Residency and Immigration Status Checks for Licenses<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants for certain classes of driver\u2019s licenses and Ontario photo cards must provide proof of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ontario residency<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal presence in Canada<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work authorization (for specific license types)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Provincial Control Over Lane Reductions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Municipalities cannot reduce motor vehicle lanes for purposes such as bike lanes unless permitted under provincial regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Projects already underway before the effective date may continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Limited Reimbursement for Bike Lane Removals<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Minister may reimburse administrative costs related to bike lane reconfiguration but is not required to cover installation costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Water, Sewage, and New Governance Structures<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. New Water and Wastewater Public Corporations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Act allows the province to designate corporations to operate water and sewer services across specific municipalities. These corporations can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Charge fees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage infrastructure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue rate plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Produce annual financial reports<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Municipalities designated under this system must transition operations to the corporation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Peel Region Water System Reorganization<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Within prescribed timelines (no later than January 1, 2029):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mississauga<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brampton<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caledon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>will independently manage water and sewage services previously run by the Region of Peel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Additional Technical Amendments<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Bill 60 also updates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Local roads legislation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Environmental approvals for sewage systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Towing and storage regulations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transit-oriented community development requirements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Standards for roadway and construction procedures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">When Will the Changes Take Effect?<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Most schedules take effect immediately upon Royal Assent<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certain specialized sections take effect on dates set by the Lieutenant Governor in Council<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Transitional regulations may modify timelines for tenant-landlord changes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">How Bill 60 Is Being Received<\/mark><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Supporters<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Development industry groups<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some municipal and business associations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They argue the bill reduces red tape and accelerates essential infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Critics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tenant advocates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anti-poverty organizations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some municipal leaders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They warn of higher eviction risks, reduced local planning control, and potential increases in housing instability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The full impact of Bill 60 will depend heavily on upcoming regulations that define many key rules.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-medium-font-size\">For a <strong> consultation<\/strong> about Immigration options, reach out to the <strong>CAD IMMIGRATION <\/strong>today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/cadimmigration\/profilecard\/?igsh=aWYzamtvMzlvZHUy\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(135,9,53) 0%,rgb(179,22,22) 100%)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">INSTAGRAM<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@cad_immigration?_t=8rYlOtSiktj&amp;_r=1\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa;background:linear-gradient(317deg,rgb(135,9,53) 0%,rgb(179,22,22) 100%)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TIKTOK<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/cad-immigration\/\" style=\"border-radius:50px;color:#fffffa;background:linear-gradient(42deg,rgb(135,9,53) 0%,rgb(179,22,22) 100%)\">LINKEDIN<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ontario has officially passed Bill 60, known as the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025, marking one of the most significant legislative reshaping efforts in recent years. 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