1. What is a security deposit?

A security deposit is the money given to the landlord when a tenant moves
in.
2. Must a landlord provide a receipt for a security deposit?
The landlord must provide a written receipt for the given security deposit.
3. Does a landlord have to pay interest in a security deposit?
The landlord should, also, pay interest on a security deposit.
4. How much time does a landlord have to return a security deposit
after a tenant moves out?
The landlord must return a security deposit to former tenant within fifteen
days.
5. What is a rental agreement?
A rental agreement is a verbal or written agreement between the tenant and
landlord. The agreement may have additional conditions or obligations. Any
changes or additions should be written.
6. What are the types of rental agreements?
The types of rental agreements are week to week, month to month, a secured
term of nothing less than six months and nothing more than twelve months.
7. Must a landlord give a copy of a signed rental agreement to the
tenant?
The landlord must give a copy of a signed rental agreement to the tenant
within ten days after the signing.
8. Must a landlord give a tenant a copy of the Residential Tenancies
Act?
A landlord must give a tenant a copy of the Residential Tenancies Act without
cost.
9. What is a Rental Premises Condition Report form?
A Rental Premises Condition Report Form is a signed and dated condition form
of the premises at the beginning and the end of the rental agreement.
10.
Does the Residential Tenancies
Act apply to a verbal rental agreement?
The Residential Tenancies Act doesnt apply.
11.
Can a landlord ask for
postdated cheques for rent payments?
Yes, the landlord can ask for postdated cheques.
12.
Are there residential premises
not covered by the Act?
Meals, bed linens, nursing homes, shared bathroom or kitchen, provided by
educational institutions, or nonprofit organizations are not covered by the
Act.
13.
Does the Act apply to
business/commercial rental agreements?
No, the Act doesnt apply to business or commercial rental agreements.
14.
Is a tenant responsible to have
insurance on his/her belongings?
Yes, the tenant must be responsible for having insurance for their belongings.

15.
When a rented premises is sold
to a new owner, does the rental agreement continue?
Whether the agreement was written or verbal, the rental agreement does
continue.
16.
What happens to a security
deposit when there is a change in ownership?
The new owner of the premises is responsible for the security deposit.
17.
Can a landlord charge a fee for
late payment of rent?
The landlord can charge a $5.00 fee with an additional $2.00 for every
missed day up to $75.00.
18.
Can a landlord charge a fee if a
tenants rent cheques is returned because of non-sufficient funds
(N.S.F) in the tenants account?
The landlord can charge a fee of nothing greater than $25.00.
19.
Can a tenant withhold rent because a landlord is not
maintaining the premises?
A tenant cannot withhold rent.
20.
Can a landlord terminate a rental agreement when
the tenant does not pay rent?
If rent is not paid, a landlord can give the tenant a Termination Notice.
21.
Can a landlord increase rent by giving a verbal
notice to the tenant?
A landlord must provide a written notice to the tenant if they want to increase
the rent.
22.
Can a landlord increase rent anytime?
A landlord cant increase the rent if the agreement was fixed term or during
the first 12 months of a week to week or month to month agreement.
23.
Is a tenant responsible for damages to the
residential premises?
If the tenant or a visitor damages the property, the tenant is held responsible.
24.
What can a landlord do if a tenant has not repaired
damages?
The landlord can request for the tenant to repair the damages. If they dont
fix them within a reasonable time, the landlord can give a written Termination
Notice.
25.
Can a termination notice be verbal?
No, a termination notice must be written.
26.
Where can I get a copy of the Residential Tenancies
Act?
The Residential Tenancies Act is provided at the Government Service Centres
or from the landlord.
27.
If a landlord gives a tenant a Termination Notice in
writing, is the tenant required to give a written notice of his
departure?
Yes, a tenant is required to give a written notice of their departure.