Promotion de nos contenus sur le logement en anglais, voir la page en français.
Are you renting a home in Quebec? It’s important to know your rights and responsibilities to protect yourself and know what to do if a problem arises. Here are some resources that explain the rules you need to follow and the steps you can take in different situations. These resources are available in both French and English.
Lease Renewal and Rent Increase
Is your lease ending soon? In most cases, it will renew automatically. If your landlord wants to raise the rent, they must follow certain rules and timelines.
To learn more, read our article on lease renewal and rent increases.
Living with Roommates
Sharing a home with others can be a good way to save money, but it also comes with responsibilities. Who pays for what? What happens if someone wants to leave before the lease ends?
To learn more, read our article on living with roommates.
Poor Housing Conditions
Your landlord is required to provide a rental in good condition. If this is not the case, you have options to address the issue.
Find out what steps you can take to fix the situation in our article on what to do if your rental is in poor condition.
Leaving a Rental Before the End of Your Lease
Do you need to leave before your lease ends? There are two options that may allow you not to pay rent while you are not living in the apartment: subletting or transferring your lease. But be careful: there are specific rules you must follow.
To learn more, read our article on lease transfers and subletting.
New to Quebec?
It’s important to understand your rights, some of which may be new to you. To help you learn more, explore our guide for newcomers to Quebec.
If you need an interpreter to help understand your rights or assist with any steps, the Immigrant Assistance and Referral Interpreter Service (SIARI) can help. Contact them at (514) 738-4763.
Tenant Rights: A Mini-Guide
Are you a tenant and just want to get straight to the point? This mini-guide gives you a simple and visual overview of your key rights and responsibilities, as well as those of your landlord. You’ll find clear information about leases, roommates, housing in poor condition, rent increases, and other common situations.
To learn more, check out the Tenant Rights Mini-Guide.
Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL or rental board)
In a dispute with your landlord or tenant? The Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL), also known as housing court, is there to help resolve issues related to leases, rent, repossessions, and more. Our articles walk you through the key steps: filing or responding to an application, preparing properly, knowing what to expect at a hearing, and, if necessary, challenging a decision.
To learn more, explore our series of articles on the Tribunal administratif du logement.
Housing in Quebec: What Are Your Rights?
Want a quick overview of your rights as a tenant? This comic-style pamphlet explains six key housing topics in simple terms, with additional resources to help you dig deeper.
To learn more, check out our pamphlet Housing in Quebec: What Are Your Rights?