Tenancy Laws and Rules

Government of British Columbia

This page shows the laws and rules you need to follow during a tenancy. It also provides links to the rules and expectations for a tenancy hearing, and to help with residential tenancy issues. The sub-page 'Types of rental housing situations' describes the housing situations covered by the tenancy laws, and what to do if your tenancy is not covered.

Last reviewed July 2025
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