Government of British Columbia
B.C. Residential Tenancy Branch
The Residential Tenancy Branch administers B.C. tenancy law, takes dispute-resolution applications, and has published a 2027 maximum rent increase of 2.2%.
Last checked October 19, 2026
British Columbia
Renting as a newcomer in British Columbia
MSP enrolment is mandatory for eligible B.C. residents, and the province funds the BC Newcomer Services Program for many people the federal settlement program does not cover.
1 listing is specific to British Columbia. The rest are national and still apply here.
| Listing | Cost to read | Applies in | What we could verify | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.C. Residential Tenancy BranchGovernment of British Columbia | Information is free; dispute resolution has its own fee schedule on the site | British Columbia tenancies | 2027 increase cap 2.2%; sale does not end the tenancy | Provider page |
| CMHC landlord and tenant responsibilitiesCanada Mortgage and Housing Corporation | Free | National overview | Repair duties and the ban on lockouts | Provider page |
| Renting a home as a newcomerImmigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada | Free guide | All of Canada, with provincial differences | The first read before a lease | Provider page |
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
CMHC landlord and tenant responsibilities
CMHC states the basic split: landlords keep the place habitable and cannot harass you, and tenants pay rent and repair damage they cause. Eviction still has to follow the provincial process.
Last checked October 19, 2026
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
Renting a home as a newcomer
IRCC's renting guide explains leases, deposits, landlord entry, and what to check before you move in. The enforceable rules still come from the province or territory.
Last checked October 19, 2026
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