Personal Use Notices, RTA Best Practices, and Tenancies in Strata
Date: October 8, 2025
Location: Sandman Hotel – 2852 Douglas St, Victoria
Registration: 12:30pm
Time: 1:00pm – 4:30pm
About the Event
Victoria’s rental market is in a state of transition, with rising costs, changing regulations, and shifting demand creating challenges for housing providers. This event brings together industry experts to explore the current landscape and provide landlords with the insights needed to navigate uncertainty, manage risk, and seize opportunities.
Thank you for joining us for engaging discussions, expert insights, and actionable strategies from some of the most respected professionals in the rental housing industry.
Residential Tenancy Act – Updates and Best Practices
Presented by: Hunter Boucher, LandlordBC
This session will focus on recent changes to British Columbia’s Residential Tenancy Act and highlight evolving best practices for housing providers. Hunter Boucher will walk attendees through the most current legislative updates, policy shifts, and decisions from the Residential Tenancy Branch that are shaping how tenancies are managed today. The session will also cover practical strategies for compliance, documentation, and communication with tenants—equipping landlords with up-to-date tools and insights to navigate the regulatory landscape effectively and confidently.
Ending a Tenancy for Personal Use – What Landlords Need to Know
Presented by: Oscar Miklos, Refresh Law
This session will provide a detailed overview of the legal requirements and practical considerations when ending a tenancy for landlord or purchaser use under the Residential Tenancy Act. Oscar Miklos will walk attendees through the notice process, eligibility criteria, documentation, and potential pitfalls, including recent decisions from the Residential Tenancy Branch and courts. Whether you’re planning to occupy a unit or selling to someone who is, this session will help you understand your rights, responsibilities, and how to navigate this complex area of tenancy law with confidence.
Navigating Tenancies in Strata Properties
Presented by: Wendy Wall, President, VISOA
Managing a rental unit within a strata comes with unique challenges and overlapping legal frameworks. In this session, Wendy Wall will explore the intersection of the Strata Property Act and Residential Tenancy Act, highlighting key considerations for landlords operating in strata buildings. Topics will include common bylaw conflicts, notice requirements, communication with strata councils, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of their rights and responsibilities as rental housing providers in a strata setting, along with practical strategies to manage these tenancies effectively.
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