Do I Need TRREB Membership to Trade in Ontario?

In Ontario, you are licensed to trade real estate through RECO (the Real Estate Council of Ontario) — not through a board. Board membership (such as TRREB) gives you access to the MLS® system and related tools, but it is not a legal requirement to trade.

What this means for you

Many agents assume they must pay for board and association fees to stay active. In reality, whether you need a board depends on the kind of business you do. If your work relies on MLS® access, a board makes sense. If it doesn't, you may be paying for tools you rarely use.

If you're unsure which setup fits your business, reach out and we'll walk through your options with no pressure.