What are the rights of commercial tenants in Alberta?

The Alberta Human Rights Act also protects commercial tenants from discrimination based on the protected grounds . A commercial tenancy issue would arise if some tenants believed a landlord was letting too many people of a particular race rent space, to the exclusion of others who were not that race.

Why is there an issue with commercial tenancy?

A commercial tenancy issue would arise if some tenants believed a landlord was letting too many people of a particular race rent space, to the exclusion of others who were not that race. Landlords should be careful not to discriminate when trying to rectify other tenants’ concerns.

Why is there a commercial rent survey in Alberta?

The Alberta commercial rent survey was an opportunity for commercial landlords and tenants (businesses) to share challenges they face as we work to improve supports for Albertans and Alberta businesses. Responses to this survey will help us support Albertans and Alberta businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.

How are tenant and landlord disputes resolved in Alberta?

Reference Guide to Tenant and landlord Law in Alberta (PDF, 805 KB) Landlord and tenant disputes Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) The RTDRS offers landlords and tenants an alternative means of resolving serious disputes outside of court. The service is designed to be faster, more informal and less expensive than the courts.

What are the laws for commercial landlords in Alberta?

Applicable provincial legislation is the Alberta Landlord’s Rights on Bankruptcy Act 2 ( LRBA ). The federal BIA describes the preferential claim of a commercial landlord where a tenant goes bankrupt and prescribes a scheme of distribution of the proceeds realized from the bankrupt’s property.

Why was the commercial tenancies Protection Act introduced in Alberta?

We introduced the Commercial Tenancies Protection Act and regulation to protect eligible commercial tenants experiencing financial challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A commercial tenancy issue would arise if some tenants believed a landlord was letting too many people of a particular race rent space, to the exclusion of others who were not that race. Landlords should be careful not to discriminate when trying to rectify other tenants’ concerns.

How does covid-19 affect commercial leases in Alberta?

COVID-19’s impact on the economy is causing significant strain on the lease of commercial premises in Alberta, as landlords and tenants attempt to manage ongoing liabilities – including rental payments and the consequences of non-performance – within the confines of the commercial lease agreement and provincial laws.