Happy Earth Day 🌎🌱 Even small changes - like more efficient lighting in rental buildings - can make a difference. Programs like LandlordBC’s RARA Lighting Rebate help make these upgrades simpler, supporting lower energy use and more sustainable operations. www.landlordbc.ca/rara

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Ministers’, parliamentary secretary’s statements on Prevention of Violence Against Women Week Niki Sharma, Attorney General; Nina Krieger, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General; and Jennifer Blatherwick, parliamentary secretary for gender equity, have released the following statements in recognition of Prevention of Violence Against Women Week:

Ministers’, parliamentary secretary’s statements on Prevention of Violence Against Women Week https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026PSSG0019-000437

LandlordBC is proud to sponsor Beyond the Noise event on May 22nd. Our CEO, David Hutniak, joins Panel 1 to discuss protecting affordable housing & advancing supply across BC. Secure your spot www.eventbrite.ca/e/beyond-the-noise-the-c...

UCP move reveals potential for a Smith-friendly electoral map Danielle Smith has said she will appoint a UCP-led committee to redraw election boundaries. The move could lead to partisan gerrymandering — and a proposal by two UCP appointees provides a roadmap for...

UCP move reveals potential for a Smith-friendly electoral map www.nationalobserver.com/2026/04/17/n...

🔑 Is Your Rental Sitting Empty? 🔑Limited-Time Offer for New Landlords. Join now and get FREE access to our webinar "Rent Incentives & Tenant Retention: Getting It Right"

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Graphic with the text: 44th ANNIVERSARY OF THE CANADIAN CHARTER OF RIGHTS AND FREEDOMS.

44 years ago today, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms was signed into law. It laid the foundation for a stronger, more just Canada.

It is up to us all to protect the values of freedom and equality enshrined in the Charter — to keep building a better Canada, for all.

Ford skirts public consultation on freedom of information bill On Thursday, government House leader Steve Clark revealed that Bill 97, the Plan to Protect Ontario Act, would bypass the traditional public consultation process and go straight to third reading and f...

Ford skirts public consultation on freedom of information bill www.nationalobserver.com/2026/04/17/n...

🔑 Is Your Rental Sitting Empty? 🔑Limited-Time Offer for New Landlords. Join now and get FREE access to our webinar "Rent Incentives & Tenant Retention: Getting It Right"

Claim your offer by April 30th at https://landlordbc.ca/memberships/ Use code “April2026”

Effective communication is key, and it starts with using a mix of methods to reach people where they are. Looking to strengthen your connection with residents? Don't miss our May 21 webinar Reducing Risk & Improving Tenant Communication https://landlordbc.ca/webinar/

Accelerating short-term rental opt-out process Change gives communities with healthy vacancy rates more flexibility for peak travel season

As of 2027, municipalities with consistently high vacancy rates will have an earlier effective date to opt out of provincial rules that limit the short-term rental of principal residences https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HMA0045-000428

Affordable housing project survives final District of North Vancouver vote Two council members wanted to send the project back to the drawing board.

Affordable housing project survives final District of North Vancouver vote

Hydro-Québec turns to the wind power as grid demand surges The utility's landmark renewable energy auction sees it seeking to add up to 9 gigawatts of new power capacity by 2035 to meet fast-rising demand.

Hydro-Québec turns to the wind power as grid demand surges www.nationalobserver.com/2026/04/16/n...

Happy Vaisakhi! May this harvest festival bring joy, prosperity, and abundance to your life.

Save The Date: May 22nd at 8:30am. The Beyond the Noise speaker series, hosted by Pacifica Housing, brings together thought leaders, policymakers, developers, and community partners. mailchi.mp/pacificahousing.ca/beyon...

Today we observe Yom HaShoah, honoring the six million Jewish men, women, and children murdered in the Holocaust, along with millions of other victims. We honor survivors and their stories, and reaffirm our commitment to empathy, inclusion, and standing against hatred.

Minister’s statement on March 2026 housing highlights Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has released the following statement on government’s housing highlights for March 2026:

Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has released a statement on government’s housing highlights for March 2026 https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HMA0042-000398

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Minister’s statement on April 2026 rental report Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has issued the following statement:

Minister’s statement on April 2026 rental report https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HMA0039-000390

Minister’s statement on private member’s bill M216 Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs, has issued the following statement following the request of George Anderson, MLA for Nanaimo-Lantzville, to the Select Standing Committee on Private Bills and Private Member’s Bills to not continue consideration of Bill M216, Professional Reliance Act, in light of the Province’s commitment to undertake further work on the bill’s core principles:

Minister’s statement on private member’s bill M216 https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026HMA0040-000391

Surrey unveils eCheck tool for residential approvals - REMI Network The City of Surrey has launched an innovative digital compliance tool designed to streamline the residential plan review process.

Surrey unveils eCheck tool for residential approvals www.surrey.ca/news-events/news/surrey-...

We recommend that rental housing providers give tenants advance notice before carrying out maintenance or improvements in common areas. This helps ensure tenants aren’t caught off guard if those spaces are temporarily unavailable.

B.C.’s development industry wants in on tax rebate Ontario announced expanded one-year rebate program to include some investors and repeat buyers

B.C. developers are advocating to expand GST rebates on new homes beyond first-time buyers, mirroring Ontario’s broader program. www.theglobeandmail.com/real-estate/vancouver/ar...

Update: BC Rent Bank funding secured through March 2027  - BC Rent Bank We’re pleased to share an important update about BC Rent Bank. The Government of B.C. has confirmed $1.3 million in funding for the 2026/27 fiscal

BC Rent Bank announced today that the Government of British Columbia has confirmed $1.3 million in funding for BC Rent Bank for the 2026/27 fiscal year, ensuring the program continues through at least next March. bcrentbank.ca/news/update-bc-rent-bank...

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COMING UP AT 1:45PM: CEO David Hutniak will be speaking on The Jill Bennett Show to discuss the City of New Westminster’s new requirement that landlords maintain at least one room in a rental unit at or below 26°C. Tune in https://globalnews.ca/radio/cknw/player/

Updating zero-emission vehicle targets, expanding charging network Province amends ZEV act, funds new charging stations to support automakers, consumers

Province amends ZEV act, funds new charging stations to support automakers, consumers https://news.gov.bc.ca/releases/2026ECS0009-000355

Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim calls for Federal-Provincial deal on housing and infrastructure link.lists.vancouver.ca/v/443/81f138bdeac23c110c...