Renting a home comes with rights and responsibilities, and it’s important to know where you stand. We’ve teamed up with Dalhousie Legal Aid Services to create 16 easy-to-understand videos about rental laws in Nova Scotia. These videos cover common questions and issues that renters face, helping you understand your rights and what to do in different situations. Whether you live in a small town or a big city, these videos can help you feel more confident about renting.
Download the full series scripts below:
English
French
Arabic
Swahili
Ukrainian
Somali
Punjabi
Nova Scotia Residential Tenancies Act & Board
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Roommates and Rent
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Pets and Renting
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Lease Types and Terms
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Unreasonable Landlord Rules
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Tenant Insurance
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Notice to Quit vs. Eviction Orders
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Rent Increases
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Pest Control
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Repairs (Illegal Evictions)
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Application Fees & Security Deposits
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Ending a Lease Early
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Returning Security Deposits
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All Other Evictions
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Residential Tenancies Hearings
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Tenant Responsibilities
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