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Practical home care for Toronto, York Region and the rest of the GTA — what things cost, what the law says, and what to do before winter.
For partners · 7 min read
How to start a renovation business in Ontario: licences and permits
Ontario has no general renovator licence and HCRA covers only new homes. You need licensed sub-trades, building permits, insurance, WSIB and written contracts.
October 13, 2026
For partners · 6 min
Starting a home-services business in York Region: a market guide
York Region has 1.17 million people, 62% of homes single-detached and 82% owner-occupied (2021 Census). Towns, housing age and seasons for a new home-services firm.
October 13, 2026
For partners · 6 min
How to start a home-services business in Canada as a newcomer
Newcomers in Ontario can start a home-services business once their status allows self-employment. Then register, insure, check licences and find first clients.
October 9, 2026
For partners · 7 min
What is a Doyo Area Partner? How territory partnerships work
A Doyo Area Partner holds a set of York Region postal areas, brings pros onto Doyo and earns a share of Doyo's fee. Partners never pay Doyo. Here is how it works.
October 6, 2026
For partners · 6 min
How contractors can earn from their local network without paying fees
Ontario contractors earn from their network through referral fees, overflow sharing, subcontracting and partner programs. Keep it disclosed, taxed and free to join.
October 6, 2026
For partners · 8 min
Cleaning business on an open work permit in Canada?
Usually yes: an open work permit is not tied to one employer. Check the conditions on your permit, and know that self-employed time does not count toward CEC.
October 4, 2026
For partners · 6 min
Register a business and HST number in Ontario (trades)
Register your trade name on the Ontario Business Registry ($60, five years), get a CRA business number, and register for HST once sales pass $30,000.
October 2, 2026