Town of Caledon launches Residential Rental Licensing program

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CALEDON, ON (September 8, 2026) – The Town of Caledon is launching its new Residential Rental Licensing (RRL) Program, an initiative designed to improve the safety, quality and accountability of rental housing across the community. 

The program helps protect tenants and neighbourhoods by addressing issues such as overcrowding, illegal units and poor property maintenance, while supporting responsible landlords. 

Properties providing a short-term rental accommodation will require a license. Hotels, motels, group homes and student housing that have completed the Town’s required planning approvals are exempt. 

“The Residential Rental Licensing Program is about ensuring rental housing in Caledon is safe and meets established standards,” said Judith D’Souza Soares, Commissioner of Community Services. “This program provides greater clarity for property owners, helps protect renters and supports strong, healthy neighbourhoods across the town.” 

The program will roll out in phases, with short-term rentals launching September 8, 2026, followed by long-term rentals in 2027. Introductory licensing rates will be available for a limited time after launch. Licensed properties must comply with Ontario Building and Fire Codes and Town property standards and may be subject to inspections. 

Apply online and find full program details at caledon.ca/rentallicensing. 

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Media contact:  
Communications   
905-584-2272 | communications@caledon.ca   
www.caledon.ca | @TownofCaledon   

About Caledon  
Caledon is home to close to 80,000 residents and 4,000 businesses and is well-known for its natural attractions, rural charm and vital role in the economic engine of the Greater Toronto Area. It will soon be one of Ontario’s fastest growing communities as it prepares to become a city of 300,000 residents and 125,000 jobs by 2051. Under its current strategic plan, Caledon’s priorities remain environmental leadership, community vitality and livability, enhanced transportation and mobility, and service excellence and accountability. For more information, visit Caledon.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter).