Becoming an Ontario Real Estate Agent in 2025: What You Need to Know About TRESA, Your RECO ID and Transferring Between Providers
Big changes have arrived for real estate education in Ontario. As of July 1, 2025, Real Estate Salesperson and Real Estate Broker programs based on TRESA (Trust in Real Estate Services Act) are officially available through three of the four RECO-approved education providers (Humber Polytechnic will not offer the new program until October 1, 2025). Whether you’re brand new to the process or currently working through the program at Humber, here’s what you need to know.
Steps For New Students: The Process Has Changed
If you’re just getting started on your journey to become a registered real estate salesperson in Ontario:
- Research the available providers:
- Humber Polytechnic (available for start dates on or after Oct 1, 2025)
- Algonquin College
- Fleming College
- Career College Group
- Create a RECO Account and obtain your RECO ID on RECO’s MyWeb Portal. As part of this process you will select your education provider.
- You will then be directed to that provider’s website to create an account and apply for the program. Each provider has a non-refundable application fee ($75-125) and will require proof of a Canadian secondary school diploma, GED certificate or an acceptable equivalent credential.
- All exams will now be booked (through your course provider’s learning portal) directly with Meazure Learning, regardless of which provider you choose.
Tip: The course content, registration process, delivery platforms and exam proctoring integrations are all new, so expect some possible startup wrinkles as providers iron out early issues.
For Current Humber Polytechnic Students: Stay the Course (If You Can)
Already enrolled at Humber? You can transfer to a new provider, but it’s not a simple swap. Here’s why:
- The new program reflects updated legislation (TRESA), while Humber’s current courses are still based on REBBA. Switching programs mid-way could mean gaps in knowledge and added study time to get up-to-speed. All exams for courses offered by the new providers are based on TRESA, not REBBA.
- If you do transfer, you’ll need to:
- Get a RECO ID
- Provide your Humber ID and a record of your completed courses/exams.
- Complete an application process that includes a non-refundable application fee ($75-125).
- There may be scheduling delays for course access, simulation sessions and exam bookings as the programs have only recently started accepting applicants.
Tip: If you’re already in the Humber program, now is the time to pick up the pace. Aim to complete as many exams as possible before September 30th to avoid transfer hassles and ensure a smoother path to registering with RECO.
Not Sure Which Provider to Choose?
Each provider is offering the same core program, but they may include different features, supports or add-on options. Exams are standardized, so your choice won’t affect exam content or process.
Tip: This post offers a detailed comparison of what each provider has to offer.
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