In Ontario, what type of disclosure is generally required if a residential property has been used as a grow operation, even if it has been remediated?

Question: In Ontario, what type of disclosure is generally required if a residential property has been used as a grow operation, even if it has been remediated?

Answer options: ✅ This is considered a material latent defect and must be disclosed to potential buyers.

• Disclosure is only required if the previous owner was convicted of a criminal offense.
• Remediation negates the need for disclosure, as the property is deemed safe.
• This information is private and does not need to be shared with potential buyers.

Correct answer: This is considered a material latent defect and must be disclosed to potential buyers.

Explanation: A former grow operation, even if remediated, can have long-term structural or environmental impacts (e.g., mould, compromised structure) and carries a stigma, making it a material latent defect. Salespersons and sellers have a duty to disclose such facts under REBBA 2002 and common law principles.