Report Commented On: Alberta Law Reform Institute, Residential Tenancies Act: General Issues, Issue Paper 6; and Alberta Law Reform Institute, Residential Tenancies Act, Issue Paper 7.
PDF Version: Roommates Without Remedies: Co-Tenancy and the Limits of Alberta’s Residential Tenancies Act
Shared living arrangements often give rise to unique challenges, particularly disputes between tenants. Interpersonal conflicts between roommates can impact a tenant’s well-being and housing stability. Conflicts can stem from lifestyle differences, financial pressures, or disputes over shared responsibilities. These issues can become even more complicated when tenants occupy a rental unit under a single tenancy agreement.