News Summary

Al-Leem Kassam, operating as Creative Design & Construction, was found guilty of building without a licence, falsely presenting himself as a licensed builder, and failing to comply with a compliance order, following an investigation by the Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA). Kassam has been fined $75,000 and ordered to pay $194,122 in restitution to affected homeowners. The HCRA’s investigation was initiated by a consumer complaint regarding a project in Port McNicoll that Kassam abandoned, causing substantial financial loss. The case highlights the importance of verifying a builder’s licensing status through the Ontario Builder Directory to avoid risks such as poor quality construction.