The Ontario government has fined ticket reseller StubHub Canada Ltd. $20,000 for allegedly violating a new law that limits ticket sales to face value. The fine was announced through the province’s Consumer Beware List, which cited two separate violations. One charge was for allegedly making a ticket available for sale above face value, resulting in a $10,000 fine. The second charge, also $10,000, was for all related violations.
The law, which came into effect recently, aims to prevent ticket resellers from inflating prices beyond the original cost. StubHub Canada, a subsidiary of the global ticketing platform, is now facing enforcement under this regulation. The fine marks the first known case under the new legislation.
The Ontario government has emphasized the importance of protecting consumers from unfair pricing practices. The case highlights the province’s efforts to regulate the ticket resale market. No further action has been announced at this time.
The fine underscores the growing scrutiny on ticket resellers in Canada. The law is part of broader measures to ensure transparency and fairness in the event ticketing industry.
