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Rental deposits by province

Updated 2026-10-23英語の原文
Published 2026-10-23Last checked 2026-10-23Language English
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Province Deposit rules
Ontario Last month's rent deposit only. No damage deposit. A refundable key deposit is allowed.
British Columbia Security deposit up to half a month's rent, and a pet damage deposit up to half a month's rent.
Alberta Security deposit up to one month's rent.
Quebec Deposits are generally not allowed.
Manitoba Security deposit up to half a month's rent.
Nova Scotia Security deposit up to half a month's rent.

Rules can change. Your provincial tenancy board has the final word.

Before you pay

  • Get a receipt for every payment.
  • Do a move-in inspection and take photos of the unit.
  • Use your province's standard lease form where one exists.

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Ontario
British Columbia
Alberta
Quebec · Quebec immigration programs are not covered
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Nova Scotia
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Prince Edward Island
Yukon
Northwest Territories
Nunavut