Rental housing licensing is a proactive, effective and efficient way that local governments can ensure buildings are maintained in a state of good repair. Such programs shift the onus off renters from having to make a complaint in order for their homes to be well maintained. Under this model, landlords must obtain rental housing licenses that are subject to building evaluations and regular health and safety inspections to demonstrate compliance with municipal property standards.
Now more than ever Canadians are recognizing the importance of financial well-being – achieving peace of mind about our financial situation, feeling secure in our ability to absorb a money setback, and having the freedom to make choices that allow us to enjoy life. Financial stress is compounded when people feel a loss of control and lack the appropriate knowledge and information to make decisions in their best interests. Carrie Wong and Nandita Bijur from Prosper Canada talk about the work they are doing in this area.
Finances are the #1 cause of stress in Canadians’ lives today with 41% citing money as their biggest stressor. This number rises for those with lower incomes (under $40,000) and studies are showing that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionate financial impact...