For Landlords
Renting to international students
International students who have just arrived to Canada are mostly renting for the first time and may not be familiar with how things work.
Your international tenant
may need some help and guidance with the
following:
cleaning:
Explain to your tenants what their responsibilities are concerning
cleaning. Let them know that they are responsible for cleaning
their accommodation.
cooking: Explain to
tenants they will have to prepare their own food, unless you have
an agreement to provide meals. Also explain to students about the
smoke detector, fire alarm (warn them not to cover it during
cooking, or smoking).
access to
premises: Explain to students that
you have the right to access the premises (within reasonable hours)
if you give a 24-hour notice in advance.
repair and damage: Explain to students what damages and repairs they are responsible for.
Below are links to the
Residential
Tenancies Act:
