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Information Available in Filipino
December 04, 2009
Our fact sheet "5 Ways to Protect Yourself" is now available in Filipino.  ... more >

Campaign for a Poverty-Free Canada
November 09, 2009
Support the Dignity for all Campaign by checking out their website, signing their petition, or donating. The Dignity for All Campaign calls for vigorous and sustained action by the federal government to combat ... more >

Free Energy Saving Kit for Low Income Households
October 08, 2009
BC Hydro is currently offering free Energy Savings Kits to all low-income customers.  The kit includes compact flourescent lightbulbs, weatherstripping, a low-flow shower head, along with other products.&n... more >

Province proposes renter-friendly changes to strata laws
September 22, 2009
The province has introduced changes to the Strata Property Act that will require new Strata Corporations to allow strata-owners to rent out their condos.  Currently Strata Corporations may choose to pass b... more >

HST to increase costs for landlords and tenants
August 12, 2009
The provincial government’s decision to create a single harmonized sales tax (HST) will result in landlords paying higher taxes on previously exempt services for their apartment buildings such as maintena... more >

New Olympic Tenant Assistance Worker to help tenants deal with 2010-related evictions
July 28, 2009
July 27, 2009 For immediate release: New Tenant Assistance Worker available to help tenants deal with 2010‐related evictions Tenants concerned they may be evicted to make room for 2010 Winter Games visitor... more >

Job posting for administrative assistant/bookkeeper
July 14, 2009
TRAC Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre is looking for a part time Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper for its office located in downtown Vancouver, right near the Burrard Skytrain station. We are seeking so... more >

Olympic Tenant Assistance Worker
July 13, 2009
On July 27th, tenants will be able to contact a new Tenant Assistance Worker at TRAC Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre. The Tenant Assistance Worker has been hired to deal with Olympic-related tenancy ... more >

Join the City of Vancouver registry of tenants
June 26, 2009
The City of Vancouver now has an online tenant registry to protect renters from Olympic-related evictions.  Check it out here. Tenants should fill out the registry form if they are concerned that the dwell... more >

Multilingual information videos coming soon
June 22, 2009
TRAC will be providing information video clips in multiple languages within the next several months.  The short videos will present basic information for tenants on how to protect yourself as a renter and ... more >

Bed Bugs
February 09, 2009
Bed bugs are back and are becoming a major problem in BC. Check for signs of bed bugs before you move into a place and take steps to prevent bed bug infestations. Your local health department will likely not ge... more >

New 10-Day Eviction Notice!
February 09, 2009
If your landlord gives you a 10-Day Notice to End Tenancy for Unpaid Rent or Utilities, do not ignore it.  A bailiff could turn up at your door to remove your possessions within 10 days.  Before J... more >