Land Registry Office – Whitby, ON

Durham Land Registry Office (No. 40)

Real Estate and Property Records

• Digital Registration: Located within the Regional Municipality of Durham Headquarters, this office oversees the land registration system for the entire Durham Region. While the province has transitioned to the OnLand digital platform for most searches and the Teraview system for professional registration, this office remains the administrative hub for the district’s property records.
• Title Searching: The registry maintains the Parcel Register, which provides the government-guaranteed record of ownership (title). Lawyers, surveyors, and the public can access these records to verify property boundaries, check for mortgages or liens, and research historical property data.
• Document Processing: The office manages the registration of essential legal instruments, including deeds (transfers of title), charges (mortgages), and discharges. These documents are critical for finalizing real estate transactions and securing financial interests in land.

Facility Access

• Self-Service Options: Public access to land records is primarily conducted through self-service kiosks or online. Staff are available to assist with the technical operation of these tools but are prohibited from providing legal advice regarding title issues or property disputes.