Housing & Tenancy (British Columbia)
Housing & Tenancy (British Columbia) judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Landlord's Application Dismissed for Lack of Proper Service in Vancouver Tenancy Case
In this case, a landlord's application was dismissed because they did not provide enough proof that tenants received all required documents. This highlights the importance of proper service in tenant disputes under British Columbia law.
RTB Grants Landlord Order of Possession for Unpaid Rent in Victoria
A landlord successfully obtained an order of possession from the a person a person a person when a tenant did not pay overdue rent within the specified time frame. The decision also allowed the landlord to recover filing fees associated with the application.
Landlord Partially Wins Order of Possession for Unpaid Rent in Victoria
In this case, the Landlord successfully obtained an Order of Possession from the Residential Tenancy Branch after serving the Tenant with a 10 Day Notice for unpaid rent. However, the full monetary order for rent was dismissed due to insufficient evidence on the legality of the rent increase.
Tenant recovers $3,634.82 in security deposit and filing fees from landlord in BC RTB
In this case, the Tenant successfully recovered their full security deposit plus interest and the filing fee from the Landlord after a dispute resolution hearing at the Residential Tenancy Branch. The decision was based on the Landlord's failure to return or claim against the security deposit within the required timeframe as per section 38(6) of the Act.
RTB Grants Order of Possession and Monetary Order for Unpaid Rent in May 2026 Case
In this case, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord who sought an Order of Possession due to unpaid rent and a Monetary Order for back rent. However, the claim for June’s rent was not granted at this time.
BC RTB Grants Landlord $2,295 Monetary Order for Unpaid Rent
In this case, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord who sought payment for unpaid rent and related charges. The tenant was ordered to pay the outstanding amount plus a filing fee.
Tenant Settles Security Deposit Dispute for $150 in BC
During a dispute resolution hearing at the Residential Tenancy Branch, both the Tenant and Landlord agreed to settle their disagreement over the return of the security deposit. As a result, a monetary order was issued in favour of the Tenant for $150.
Tenant wins $1,276.94 security deposit refund in BC tenancy dispute
In this dispute, the tenant successfully contested the landlord's claim for monetary compensation and security deposit retention under the Residential Tenancy Act. The court ruled in favour of the tenant, ordering a return of their full security deposit plus accrued interest due to proper notice being given and insufficient evidence of loss mitigation by the landlord.
Landlord Ends Tenancy Due to Chronic Hoarding and Health Risks in Senior Complex
In this case involving a seniors' housing complex, the Landlord successfully upheld their Notice to End Tenancy due to health and safety concerns in the a person rental unit that affected other residents. The decision was based on the a person repeated failure to address issues despite multiple warnings and opportunities.
Landlord Granted $4,827.30 for Tenant Damage in Burnaby
A landlord won a case against a tenant who left their rental property in an extremely dirty state with damaged furnishings. The court ordered the tenant to pay for damages and allowed the landlord to keep the security deposit as compensation.
Tenant and Landlord Settle Security Deposit Dispute in Surrey
During a dispute resolution hearing at the Residential Tenancy Branch in British Columbia, both the tenant and landlord agreed to settle their differences over damage claims and the use of the security deposit. The landlord kept part of the deposit as compensation for losses during the tenancy, while returning the rest to the tenant.
Tenant Awarded $2,704 for Non-Functioning Oven Damage in Vancouver
A tenant won a case at the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB BC) for a rent reduction and recovery of filing fees after the landlord failed to promptly fix a broken oven. The RTB found that the malfunctioning oven was an essential facility, leading to a breach of contract.
Tenant's Application for Unpaid Rent Settled in Surrey
The Tenant successfully resolved their dispute with the Landlord over unpaid rent by agreeing to pay $4,400 in arrears on June 30, 2026, and the Landlord withdrew eviction notices. The a person a person a person approved this settlement.
Tenant and Landlord Settle Unpaid Rent Dispute for $2,745
During the hearing, both the landlord and tenants reached an agreement to settle their disputes regarding unpaid rent and damages. The arbitrator granted a monetary order for compensation to the tenants based on this settlement.
Tenant wins $4,692.45 in double deposit refund from BC RTB
A tenant won a case at the Residential Tenancy Branch, receiving double their security and pet damage deposit amounts plus interest because the landlord failed to return or claim against these deposits within fifteen days as required by law.
Tenant Loses Application to Cancel 10 Day Notice for Unpaid Rent in Surrey
The Tenant did not pay overdue rent or dispute a notice within five days, resulting in the dismissal of their application. The Landlord was granted an order to take possession of the property and a monetary order for unpaid rent.
Tenant wins $4,525.47 in double deposit refund + interest for failed return within 15 days
A tenant won a dispute at the Residential Tenancy a person, recovering double their security and pet damage deposits plus interest from the landlord for failing to comply with the required timeframe under the Act.
Tenant's Claim for $22,392 Compensation Rejected Due to Family Medical Issues
A tenant sought compensation from a landlord for failing to use their property as stated in a notice. The Residential Tenancy Branch found that the landlord had valid reasons for not occupying the property continuously and dismissed the claimant's request.
Landlord Partially Wins Rent and Damage Claim in BC Tenancy Case
In a dispute between a landlord and tenant over unpaid rent, cleaning costs, and property damage, the Residential Tenancy Branch ruled in favour of the landlord for some but not all claims.
Tenant Wins Challenge Against Incomplete 10 Day Notice for Unpaid Rent
The Tenant won their case against a Landlord's notice to end tenancy because the notice did not specify how much rent was owed. The decision supports tenant rights under BC law and allows recovery of filing fees.