TORONTO, ON — Small Ownership Landlords Ontario Inc. (SOLO), a province-wide not-for-profit organization representing small rental housing providers and a registered lobby group at Queen’s Park, today announced the appointment of Rose Marie as its new President of the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026.
Ms. Rose will succeed Kevin Costain, who will step down from the Board’s Directorship on December 31, 2025, after serving in a leadership role during a period of significant change in Ontario’s rental housing sector.
Rose Marie is well known across Ontario’s landlord community for her hands-on advocacy and direct support of small-scale rental providers. She has worked extensively with landlords in urban, suburban, and rural communities, offering one-on-one assistance and practical guidance on issues such as Landlord and Tenant Board processes, compliance with provincial housing legislation, and policy impacts affecting small ownership housing.
“Small landlords provide a substantial portion of Ontario’s rental housing supply, yet they often lack the resources of large corporate operators,” said a spokesperson for SOLO. “Rose Marie has consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of these challenges and a strong commitment to ensuring small landlords have a clear and credible voice in provincial policy discussions.”
As President, Ms. Rose will lead the Board at a time when rental housing affordability, supply, and regulatory reform remain central issues at the Ontario Legislature. SOLO regularly engages with Members of Provincial Parliament, ministries, and stakeholders on legislation and regulations affecting rental housing providers across the province.
The organization also acknowledged the contributions of outgoing President Kevin Costain, whose tenure helped strengthen SOLO’s advocacy presence at Queen’s Park and expand its engagement with landlords throughout Ontario.
Small Ownership Landlords Ontario Inc. reaffirmed its commitment to advocating for balanced, evidence-based rental housing policies that recognize the role of small ownership landlords in maintaining housing stability for Ontario residents.
About Small Ownership Landlords Ontario Inc.
Small Ownership Landlords Ontario Inc. is a not-for-profit organization representing small rental housing providers throughout Ontario. SOLO advocates for fair, evidence-based rental housing policies and is a registered lobby organization at the Ontario Legislature.
Media Contact: Small Ownership Landlords Ontario Inc. Email: info@solo.ca
