Off-Campus Housing Options
- What a tenancy agreement or lease is
- How you pay your rent
- Your rights to enjoy your accommodations (noise, smoking, guests)
- Your responsibilities as a tenant (maintenance, repairs, roommates)
- What to do when you want to move out
Finding accommodations in another country requires time to research and understand what your options are. The rules for tenants renting in British Columbia are specific and need to be understood. You can find more information below and are encouraged to attend a pre-departure orientation session to learn more.
Off-campus Housing Partner
Happipad
College of the Rockies is partnered with Happipad to support your search for off-campus housing that meets your needs. Happipad will match you with compatible homeowners in the area and you will be supported throughout the entire experience from when your search begins right up until move-out day. Nervous about renting from strangers? Happipad has several measures in place designed to protect you, including flexible terms, a contract, background checks, and insurance options.
Tenant Survival Guide
For many students, this will be your first time living away from home, which means there is lots to learn. Tenancy rights and responsibilities are different in every province in Canada. It is important to be familiar with the rules of British Columbia.
Some topics to familiarize yourself with include:
You can find lots of information in the Tenant Survival Guide provided by the Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre.
Resources for your Accommodation Search
Transportation in Cranbrook/Kimberley: