LTSA Announces Modest Fee Changes

Most LTSA services fees, including Land Owner Transparency Registry fees will increase by a small amount as of April 1, 2023. LTSA uses revenue from fees to cover operational costs and address the impact of inflation. Learn More

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Online Change of Name on Title Application for BC Property Owners

LTSA has introduced a new online application for property owners to change a name on title. Learn More

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Front Counters Open By Appointment Only Alert Level: LOW

Please be aware that LTSA’s Land Title Office front counters are open by appointment only. Many common transactions are now available online. To book an in-person visit, contact the Customer Service Centre at 1-877-577-LTSA (5872) .

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Claim of Builders Lien Online Application Now Available

File a Claim of Builders Lien application online at ltsa.ca/FileCBL. The new online application includes the option to easily prepopulate key information. LTSA encourages customers to use the online form to submit an application online, by mail or in person.

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  • About Land Title Practice

    Land Title services are focused on examining applications under the Land Title Act, registering various land title transactions and providing copies of land title records, such as title information and registered land title documents and survey plans.
  • Director of Land Titles Directions

    The Director of Land Titles periodically issues Director's Directions that provide mandatory requirements for filing electronic or hardcopy documents and plans under the Land Title Act.
  • E-Filing User Guides and Publications

    This page provides access to various guides and publications to support the use of the LTSA's Electronic Filing System (EFS)
  • Land Title Forms

    The Land Title Act authorizes the Director of Land Titles to approve forms used by applicants when making applications under the Act. Web Filing Form Practice Guides offer comprehensive practice information for completing land title Web Filing forms. Directions for Completing EFS Forms contains detailed instructions for the few remaining PDF forms.
  • Land Title Practice Bulletins and Notes

    The Director of Land Titles periodically issues land title practice bulletins that provide practice direction on land title registration procedures and requirements, as well as land title practice notes that provide instruction and advice relating to land title records, forms and procedures.
  • Common Errors Leading to Defect

    The lists below show the most common land title application errors that result in a refusal to register and the issuance of a defect notice. Customers who submit applications to a land title office may find this list helpful to avoid errors.
  • Quality Verification Program

    The Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia (LTSA) has introduced a Quality Verification program with lawyers and notaries to ensure electronic filing subscriber compliance with Part 10.1 of the Land Title Act. Compliance with the Act is critical to maintaining the integrity of BC's land title system.
  • Web Filing

    The introduction of Web Filing forms is one of several steps towards streamlining land title submissions, increasing efficiency and accuracy, and maintaining a secure and reliable electronic filing system.

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