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Judge upholds $33K wrongful eviction award for tenants
A B.C. judge has upheld a $33,000 wrongful eviction award for Vancouver tenants. The ruling reinforces tenant protections under provincial law. Learn the details of this significant case.
Montreal rent hikes could surge as tenants pay for repairs
Housing advocates warn Montreal tenants face an 'inflationary spiral' with rent hikes potentially higher next year as landlords pass repair costs to renters. Learn the details and implications.
London council thwarts renoviction bylaw loophole closure
Coun. David Ferreira's motion to close a key loophole in London's renoviction bylaw was defeated by city council. The decision leaves tenants vulnerable to evictions during renovations.
Vancouver tenant's $82K eviction award restored on appeal
A Vancouver tenant has successfully had an $82,000 wrongful eviction award reinstated following a legal appeal. The case highlights tenant rights in BC's competitive rental market.
London councillor targets renoviction bylaw loophole again
Ward 2 Councillor Ferreira renews push to strengthen London's renoviction protections, aiming to close a key exemption for small landlords. Learn about the proposed changes and their potential impact.
Kitchener tenant says no help during apartment flooding
A tenant reports a lack of emergency assistance during a significant flooding incident at a Kitchener apartment building on Kingsway Drive. Read about the resident's experience and the response.
Bill 60: Landlord group says it's needed for rental balance
A new housing bill passed in Ontario has landlord groups advocating for system balance, while raising tenant concerns over easier evictions. Explore the details and implications.
Committee deadlock frustrates London councillor over renoviction
A London, Ont. councillor is frustrated after a committee failed to support investigating a loophole in the city's renoviction bylaw. Read about the stalemate and its implications for tenants.
B.C. court rules RTB failed in tenant eviction case
B.C. Supreme Court finds Residential Tenancy Branch improperly handled landlord's eviction case involving tenant of 18 years. Learn about the legal implications.
London renoviction bylaw loophole being exploited
Unethical landlords in London, Ontario are already exploiting a loophole in the city's new renoviction bylaw, warns a city councillor. Learn how tenants are being affected.
Landlords Support Bill 60, Rural Water Tax Issues Raised
Ontario landlords welcome Bill 60 reforms to Residential Tenancies Act, citing improved landlord-tenant balance. Rural residents voice concerns over Ottawa water tax implementation without support.
Sudbury tenants mark one year without working elevator
Residents at 285 Lourdes Street in Greater Sudbury have faced daily struggles for one year without elevator service. Learn about their challenges and the ongoing situation.
Bill 60 Passes Amid Protests Over Tenant Rights
Ontario's Ford government passed the controversial Bill 60, sparking loud protests from tenant advocates who fear it will destabilize housing and ease evictions.
Ford tells protester 'find a job' during eviction law debate
Ontario Premier Doug Ford clashed with protesters as MPPs passed Bill 60, legislation critics warn will accelerate tenant evictions across the province.
Ontario passes Bill 60 amid tenant rights protests
Ontario government passes controversial Bill 60 as thousands protest at Queen's Park. Critics warn new legislation will make evictions easier for landlords across the province.
B.C. judge overturns $25K tenant eviction award
A British Columbia judge has reversed a controversial decision that awarded an evicted tenant $25,000, calling the original ruling 'clearly irrational.' Learn about the case details and legal implications.
Barrie reacts to Ontario's controversial Bill 60 proposal
Food banks and real estate experts in Barrie express divided views on Ontario's Bill 60, which critics fear could heavily favor landlords in tenant disputes. Learn about the local impact.
Vancouver tenants report persistent heating problems
West End Vancouver residents continue experiencing inadequate heating despite building repairs. Learn about tenant rights and heating standards in BC rental properties.
Alberta prosecutors demand job security after firings
The Alberta Crown Attorneys' Association calls for new employment protections after the alleged firing of two top Edmonton prosecutors, citing concerns over independence.
Ottawa Councillor Opposes Bill 60 Tenant Rights Changes
Ottawa Councillor Stéphanie Plante tables motion against Bill 60, which housing advocates warn weakens tenant rights and could increase homelessness in the city. Learn the details.
UK to cut refugee protections in asylum overhaul
The UK government announces a controversial asylum system overhaul, planning to cut key protections for refugees. Get the latest details on the policy changes.
Toronto Council Opposes Ontario Eviction Bill
Toronto City Council supports Mayor Olivia Chow's motion against Ontario legislation that critics say would make evictions easier for landlords. Learn about the housing policy debate.
Toronto Mayor Chow Opposes Ontario Eviction Changes
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow pushes back against Ontario government plans that would make evictions easier for landlords ahead of crucial city council meeting.
Mayor Chow Opposes Ontario's Easier Eviction Rules
Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow is pushing back against the Ontario government's plan to simplify evictions for landlords ahead of a key council meeting. Learn about the potential impact on tenants.
Barrie residents return to fire-damaged Ross Street building
Months after devastating fire rendered building uninhabitable, Barrie residents return to salvage belongings from 96 Ross Street apartments. Recovery continues.
$7.3M Windsor High-Rise Fire Settlement Approved
A groundbreaking $7.3 million settlement brings closure to Windsor high-rise residents displaced by a devastating fire, approved by a judge despite municipal objections. Discover how this decision impacts tenant rights and housing security in Ontario.
Guelph moves forward with vacant home tax and renoviction bylaw
Guelph's Committee of the Whole advances two major housing initiatives - a vacant home tax to increase housing supply and a renoviction bylaw to protect tenants from bad-faith evictions.
BC tenant forced to pay for stolen Halloween candy
A BC landlord successfully deducted the cost of stolen Halloween candy from a tenant's security deposit after a Civil Resolution Tribunal ruling that's raising eyebrows across the province.
Windsor tenants win $7.3M settlement in housing dispute
Westcourt Place residents triumph in massive class-action settlement after years of maintenance neglect. Justice prevails for Windsor tenants in groundbreaking housing case.
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