Renting PEI

A project of @legalinfopei, we provide plain language legal information to tenants and landlords. Call/text 902-940-5368 or email [email protected].

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@legalinfopei Welcome aboard, George!

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🎄 Holiday closure 🎄

Our office will be closed from December 24th to January 1st. We will reopen on Thursday, January 2nd.

If you need legal information while we’re closed, please visit our website: https://t.co/zsN5TYhiqH

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful holiday season! ✨

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As a tenant, you have responsibilities to keep in mind:

🏠 Keep your rental unit clean.
🛠️ If you cause damage, you’re responsible for timely repairs.
❗ You can be evicted if repairs aren’t done reasonably quickly.

You’re not responsible for normal wear & tear.

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🦠 Mould can be dangerous to your health. Talk with your landlord about any large areas of mould in your unit or building.

🗑️ There should be proper garbage disposal on site.

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You have the right to the minimum health standards as explained in the law.

You and your landlord must work together to keep your rental unit in a good state of repair.

Notice an issue with your rental? Be proactive.

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🚽 Your plumbing must be working properly. Notify your landlord immediately if the plumbing breaks.

🐭 Your landlord must take proper steps to prevent or eliminate pest infestations.

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Charlottetown tenants! Join us tomorrow for a free presentation.

📅 November 27 | 6:30 - 8:00 pm
📍 Charlottetown Library Learning Centre

Learn all about renting—your rights, responsibilities, and tips for navigating the rental market.

Everyone is welcome! See you there 👋

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While landlords can install surveillance cameras in common spaces, inside or outside the building, they must post signs and provide policies on how they will use the recordings.

The camera must not record the inside of your unit 🚫

Learn more: https://t.co/EuJkvMcjPT

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Know your rights! Your landlord must have your permission to take pictures or videos inside your unit and tell you how they will use them 📸

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Your landlord can allow real estate agents to enter for appraisals or showings, but you must get 24-hour notice and written permission on behalf of the agent.

If your landlord doesn't follow the rules, use Form 2A to file an application with the Rental Office.

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You have right the to live without unreasonable disruptions. If your landlord wants to enter your rental unit:

📅 They must give at least 24 hours' written notice
⏰ They can only enter between 9 am and 9 pm
🚨 Exceptions: Emergencies only (like a water leak)

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⚖️ Liability — if someone hurts themselves while spending time in your unit, insurance may protect you if the person sues you.

Tenant insurance policies vary. Search for the insurance company and policy that best fits your needs.

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Do I have to get tenant insurance?🔒

Tenant insurance is not legally required on PEI, but some landlords may require you to have it. If you sign a lease that says you will purchase tenant insurance and you do not, you could be evicted for breaking a condition of the lease.

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📦 Additional living expenses — if you must move out temporarily because of flood or fire damage, tenant insurance may cover hotel stays, meals, and moving costs.

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Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. Let’s work together to make housing more fair and accessible for all.

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🏡 What is National Housing Day? 🏡

National Housing Day in Canada highlights the importance of safe, affordable housing for everyone. It’s a day to reflect on the housing challenges many people face and the work needed to solve them.

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At Renting PEI, we believe that when landlords and tenants understand their rights and responsibilities, it helps create fair access to housing. Safe, affordable housing benefits not just individuals, but whole communities—it builds stability, health, and a sense of belonging.