British Columbia's government says it's increasing public education and bolstering enforcement to better protect the rights of both renters and landlords. The actions mark the first phase of addressing recommendations from a rental housing task force that aimed to improve security and fairness in the province's often tight market. The Municipal Affairs and Housing Ministry says in a news release that enhanced public education will be supported through new funding to Landlord B.C. Housing Minister Selina Robinson announced changes aimed at increasing public education and bolstering enforcement to better protect the rights of both renters and landlords. We want to create a rental market where there are no surprises, renters and landlords are treated fairly and there is better security for both sides."

Source: CBC News May 09, 2019 14:37 UTC