FAQs

  • Every province differs. In some, there is no maximum. In others, there is a maximum each year, often - but not always - tied to inflation. In BC, the increase is tied to the all-items Consumer Price Index. The maximum allowable rent increase in the province of BC for 2024 was 3.5%, in 2025 the maximum increase is 3%, and in 2026 it is 2.3%. There are some special cases where the increase can be higher and you should speak with your Property Manager to understand your increase.

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  • This depends on the terms in your lease. If your lease states that you CAN bring a pet (subject to paying a Pet Deposit), you can bring a pet. You should always check with you landlord/Property Manager first however, as there may be pet size, type or other restrictions.

  • Generally speaking, no, you cannot end a fixed-term lease early. This is called ‘breaking’ your lease. Your best approach is always to contact your landlord/Property Manager to discuss your options. In some instances, a Mutual Agreement to End Tenancy can be signed by both parties to end your lease prematurely. Depending on the terms of your lease, there may be financial penalties for which you are responsible.

  • First, check your Resident Centre portal, under ‘Files’. If they aren’t there, let your Property Manager know and they can send them to you and save them to your portal. Occasionally, your condo may have a private social media account, like Facebook, or a website in which you can find resources like this.

Resident Centre (tenant) Login
Subletting and Assigning Tenancies in BC

Helpful Links

Rental Assistance Program (RAP)
A program provides eligible low-income working families in B.C. with monthly assistance to help with their monthly rent payments.

Subletting and assigning tenancies
Information from the Government of BC with everything you need to know about subletting and assigning leases