Consumer Protection Branch:

The Consumer Protection Branch of the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General provides information to consumers on how to protect themselves within the marketplace.

Consumer Protection Information

Office of Residential Tenancies (Rentalsman)

Did you know:

• It's illegal for landlords to charge application or administration fees or fees to view rental accommodations.
• Landlords can't ask for security deposits before an agreement to rent is in place.
• Landlords can't collect rent before it is due.
• If a landlord asks you to pay an administration, application or viewing fee, please contact the Office of Residential Tenancies for information about what you can do. 

Residential Tenancy