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 HOUSING & RENTAL RESOURCES 

What the landlord can do to help a victim of domestic violence.
TIP SHEET 2019

Steps the victim can take to address their particular domestic violence situation.
TIP SHEET 2019

What is domestic violence and how can you recognize that it may be present?
TIP SHEET 2019

What to expect when the police have been called to a domestic violence situation.
TIP SHEET 2019

How can you help if you have witnessed or suspect domestic violence?
TIP SHEET 2019

Some insight as to why the victim might stay in a domestic violence situation.
TIP SHEET 2019

You've been served with a 14 day eviction notice. Is it legal? What are your next steps? This handy flow chart can help answer some of your questions.
POSTER 2020

If your property is being foreclosed upon, or you are a tenant in a property that is being foreclosed upon, this booklet explains how foreclosure works, and your rights during the process.
BOOKLET 2019

If you are thinking of buying a condominium, there are some commonly used condominium terms that you should become familiar with.
TIP SHEET 2020

Dealing with hoarding in a tenancy situation involves a balancing act between a landlord's rights and tenant's rights under the law.
BOOKLET 2019
 

NOUVELLE FICHE D'INFO 2023

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If you have a problem while renting, this tip sheet can help you figure out what to do.
TIP SHEET 2018

 

Do you have questions about your rights as a tenant when you have lost your job? This tip sheet answers some common questions.
TIP SHEET 2018

A life lease agreement occurs when a person buys the exclusive right to occupy a unit in a particular development for life, a fixed term or until the person can no longer live independently within the unit.

BOOKLET 2019

8 PAGES

Adult Interdependent Partners include unmarried couples and non-sexual partners who live together.
BOOKLET 2019

This sample is meant only to be a guide to assist you in developing your own room rental agreement, and may include terms that do not apply to your situation.
FORM 2020

Landlords must follow both the Housing Regulation and Minimum Housing and Health Standards for the upkeep and condition of their rental properties.
BOOKLET 2022
 

This tip sheet covers what you need to know when it comes to mould and rental properties.
TIP SHEET 2021

NOUVELLE LIVRET 2023

36 PAGES

This sample agreement contains examples of what can be covered by a pet agreement. It should be adapted to fit your particular situation.
FORM 2020
 

In a pet resume you want to highlight your pet's best attributes and show that you are a responsible pet owner.
FORM 2020
 

This booklet is an overview of deposits, occupancy fees and other potential issues that may arise when purchasing a new or conversion condo.
BOOKLET 2020

 

In Alberta, landlords and tenants have different options to resolve tenancy disputes.
BOOKLET 2021
 

This tip sheet sets out the rules that a landlord must follow to increase the rent.
TIP SHEET 2018

Learn about your tenancy rights through this easy to read guide on renting in Alberta.

*Please note that CPLEA's Renting 101 and Renting Basics have been combined into one publication.

NEW BOOKLET 2024

36 PAGES

A tenant who rents a condo from a landlord is bound by many laws including residential tenancy law, contract law, condo property law and condo bylaws.
BOOKLET 2019

If you are a homeowner thinking about renting out a room in your home, you should become familiar with the laws that relate to this type of living arrangement.
BOOKLET 2019
 

As a landlord and owner of a condominium unit, you must be familiar with both the Residential Tenancies Act and the Condominium Property Act.
BOOKLET 2020

This booklet outlines what you and your landlord can do in terms of pets and animals, if you have a dispute with a condominium board, and where to go if you need further help or information.
BOOKLET 2019
 

Five tips on how to be a responsible pet owner while renting.
TIP SHEET 2018

The right of a disabled or blind person to use a service or guide dog is protected by the Alberta Human Rights Act.
BOOKLET 2022
 

A reverse mortgage is a loan that allows homeowners to turn a portion of their home's equity into cash without having to sell their home.
BOOKLET 2020
 

This sample agreement is meant only to be a guide to assist you in developing your own rental agreement, and may include terms that do not apply to your situation.
FORM 2020

Issues of safety and security are a major concern for both landlords and tenants.
BOOKLET 2019

Issues of safety and security are a major concern for both landlords and tenants.
BOOKLET 2019

This booklet outlines what your legal rights and responsibilities are if you live with a roommate or your landlord.
BOOKLET 2021

If a property you are renting is put up for sale, you should know the laws that relate to this process.
BOOKLET 2021
 

The Alberta Human Rights Act prevents discrimination based on age.
TIP SHEET 2019

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TIP SHEET 2019

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TIP SHEET 2019

The Alberta Human Rights Act protects you from discrimination and makes sure that you have an equal opportunities.
TIP SHEET 2019

Senior tenants may have special needs which require accommodation in housing.
TIP SHEET 2019

This booklet provides you with some of the signs to watch for and ways to address or report elder abuse or neglect.
BOOKLET 2019

The Alberta Housing Act creates the opportunity for seniors to live in housing they can afford.
TIP SHEET 2019

Condominiums are a common housing choice for seniors because of the high-amenity, low-maintenance lifestyle.
TIP SHEET 2019

Seniors who rent have the same rights and repsonsibilities as other renters.
TIP SHEET 2019

 
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