How to Rent Your First Apartment in Canada - For Immigrants & Newcomers

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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
  • #canadaimmigration #movingtocanada #movingtotoronto
    How to find an apartment in Toronto Canada? What do you need to rent an apartment? What rights and responsibilities do I have as a tenant?
    In this video we talk about what you need to do and to prepare in order to rent an apartment in Canada - employment letter, landlord references, rent and key deposit, credit report. We talk about types of buildings in Toronto, share practical advice on how to search for a home, why you need to get a realtor to help you rent a home, how much your rent and utilities will cost you and the rights and responsibilities you have. We also give advice on how to rent an apartment if you are a newcomer and renting your first apartment in Canada
    Can I finish my lease earlier? Am I allowed to have pets? Subleasing an apartment? Is rent increase legal? What if my landlord sells the property?
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    0:00 Intro
    2:25 Why you need Landlord References?
    3:30 How to get Letter of Employment?
    4:47 Why Credit Report is needed?
    5:30 What's Rent Deposit?
    6:13 How hard is it to find a place?
    7:01 If you're new to Canada
    8:22 Where to start?
    11:20 Where to Look?
    12:22 Do you need an agent?
    13:50 How Sublease works?
    15:16 What are reasonable Rental Prices?
    16:10 Don't forget Utilities
    17:16 Know Your Rights
    18:41 Breaking Your Lease
    20:05 Frequent Questions
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 107

  • @casebeth
    @casebeth Рік тому +8

    That's so smart to use the AirBNB host as a reference!

  • @alicjap3482
    @alicjap3482 2 роки тому +14

    In Vancouver you only have to pay your first month's rent and 1/2 of one month's rent as a security deposit. You don't pay first and last month's rent. If you have a pet (a cat or a dog) it might be very difficult to find a reasonable priced apartment to rent. You will also be asked to pay a pet's security deposit.

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      Thank you for adding that info for Vancouver , Alicja 🙏

  • @manishkhanna2047
    @manishkhanna2047 2 роки тому +5

    I like the way you included so much information in such a short video, keep it up. Thanks.

  • @Erintii
    @Erintii 2 роки тому +6

    I like how you describe what is needed for newcomers. From my experience, I can say rules you described appeal also to other cities outside Canada. Now I realized how lucky I was with finding apartment, byt I guess this was pricy studio in the city center. I had job offer prior and rent from property management that had buildings around the city.

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      Thats great! Having a job offer certainly helps land good apartments 🙌

  • @ramisasadequekhan1390
    @ramisasadequekhan1390 2 роки тому +6

    This was useful and well arranged. Thanks a lot! Keep it up girls!! I'll be moving to Vancouver this December, wish me luck :)

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      All the best Ramisa! Stay warm during the move 😉

  • @reece_ease
    @reece_ease Місяць тому

    ❤great video of gems..the air b&b option is a good transitional choice, while building Canadian relations and credit.

  • @TS-vu1bj
    @TS-vu1bj 2 роки тому +4

    You girls are amazing, the information is absolutely helpful.

  • @jaskiratbamrah13
    @jaskiratbamrah13 2 роки тому +2

    really appreciate your view and advise.

  • @antonboludo8886
    @antonboludo8886 2 місяці тому

    Excellent video. Many thanks!
    The laws in Canada can vary a lot from province to Province.
    Renting a flat in Ontario is quite different from in Quebec.

  • @JackJack-qc4nd
    @JackJack-qc4nd 2 роки тому +3

    Thank you so much. This video really helpful.

  • @digitalboy4415
    @digitalboy4415 2 роки тому +4

    Very informative.

  • @gabbyytname
    @gabbyytname 2 роки тому

    You guys are amazing. Thank you so much for this info

  • @robenhitchcock325
    @robenhitchcock325 2 роки тому +6

    Wish more people were like you guys, so much more quality information and process is so well explained ! Really such a good Video Thanks A LOT ! :) ... oh & Other youtubers TAKE NOTES ! lol

  • @NiazMohammad
    @NiazMohammad 9 місяців тому

    Pretty comprehensive video. Thanks a lot.

  • @muhammadkashifgulzar5841
    @muhammadkashifgulzar5841 Рік тому

    Very informative, thanks for sharing

  • @TheGuriro
    @TheGuriro 10 місяців тому

    very informative..

  • @DrinkShareWin
    @DrinkShareWin Рік тому

    Thanks much for your advice

  • @FinancialJourney
    @FinancialJourney 2 роки тому +1

    great vid. very informative

  • @mahshidlife544
    @mahshidlife544 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your useful videos.

  • @diegorealzola3479
    @diegorealzola3479 2 роки тому +1

    thanks, excellent information

  • @user-jd4fg7dq7j
    @user-jd4fg7dq7j 2 роки тому +1

    Good stuff guys!

  • @smilesikand
    @smilesikand 3 роки тому +2

    Ooo ! Super insightful, I wished I saw this before I rented my place :D

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  3 роки тому +1

      Next time! :D

    • @smilesikand
      @smilesikand 3 роки тому

      @@MakeThatChange I'm looking forward to the Toronto neighbourhood videos...

    • @Agentana
      @Agentana 3 роки тому +1

      @@smilesikand 🥰🙏soon to come!

  • @titoronoh6966
    @titoronoh6966 Рік тому

    Very helpful Anastasia and Anna.Subscribed to your channel courtesy of your presentation with Yulia.

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  Рік тому

      Welcome aboard!

    • @titoronoh6966
      @titoronoh6966 Рік тому

      Thank you..Waiting for visa..Hopefully beginning studies in Ottawa in Fall

  • @nicanorbenitojoven9328
    @nicanorbenitojoven9328 Рік тому +1

    Nice video very accommodating

  • @tomasoik2249
    @tomasoik2249 Рік тому

    many thanks

  • @AhmedRamadan-us8kp
    @AhmedRamadan-us8kp 2 роки тому +1

    hello , thanks for information I will be in Toronto by December

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому +1

      Hope you’re journey to Toronto went well! Join our Community if you’d like to meet new people facebook.com/groups/mkthatchange

  • @1ZZFE
    @1ZZFE Рік тому +2

    Hi nice video and info especially. Are there any other platforms other than Airbnb that helps to secure rental of accomodations, economically?

  • @BerezhnyiOleg
    @BerezhnyiOleg 4 місяці тому

    Thanks

  • @globalizedworld3518
    @globalizedworld3518 2 роки тому

    Hi Both of you and your background pictures are so adorable.

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you 🙏

    • @globalizedworld3518
      @globalizedworld3518 2 роки тому

      @@MakeThatChange it's my pleasure and Are Canadian friendly or what do they think and behave with new immigrant? please share Facts in your Views

  • @jeanneolie7683
    @jeanneolie7683 Рік тому +1

    do you have a video in your channel talking about studio rent in Montreal or in downtown montreal ?

  • @neerajshrivastava5867
    @neerajshrivastava5867 2 роки тому +1

    Lovely and magical voice your name should Anesthesia. Nice information AnnA

  • @pespes3649
    @pespes3649 2 роки тому +1

    fantastic

  • @Ezinma88
    @Ezinma88 Рік тому +1

    Very useful. Do Canadian landlords allow break clauses in leases like in the UK? E.g. a 6 month break clause?

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  Рік тому +2

      Typically, no. If you need to terminate a contract earlier, you have an option to sub-lease and find a new tenant to replace you till the end of your contract. During this time, you’re responsible for all damages - and oftentimes the landlord also needs to approve the new tenant as well.

  • @user-ry5cg3lz8q
    @user-ry5cg3lz8q 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video, very informative.
    Are all new contracts 12 month contracts ? Can we find a month-to-month contract from the get go ? I am thinking cases like landing in a city then finding a job in another with the obligation to move

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 місяці тому

      For that case, we recommend trying out Airbnb or living with roommates. Landlords prefer longer term contracts, but it is possible to find shorter term ones, you just have to look more.

  • @teresavalvo1403
    @teresavalvo1403 Рік тому +1

    Is it always legal sublease?

  • @goduandsanugoingtocanada248
    @goduandsanugoingtocanada248 2 роки тому

    need help in renting a apartment in calgary this month.for a family of 4

  • @MrMariozzz78
    @MrMariozzz78 2 роки тому +1

    but with low wage like barman,waiter,supermarket employee ect, can you pay rent in toronto or vancouver?

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      Yes but you would probably share accomodation

  • @moonshiry
    @moonshiry 2 роки тому

    Would it be better as a foreigner to share an apartment? i.e. room rentals. That way you get to interact with other locals/foreigners instead of being secluded by yourself in a whole apartment

  • @bappabakshi3186
    @bappabakshi3186 10 місяців тому

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Nigeria-life
    @Nigeria-life Рік тому

    Sorry please if you are just coming to Canada for the first time is it advisable to buy a house(since we've not borrowed a loan before)or rent a house. The reason why I asked is because of the inflation happening in Canada.

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  Рік тому +1

      Renting is usually the easiest and the least risky thing to do when you’re a newcomer in Canada. It is not adviceable to buy a house in a country and neighborhood that you don’t know well enough. You won’t be able to get a mortgage without a credit history in Canada as well.

    • @Nigeria-life
      @Nigeria-life Рік тому

      @@MakeThatChange thank you ma's and can international students purchase a land to build a house instead of buying and how we go about it so as to avoid being scammed.

  • @abrarishfaqmridha4168
    @abrarishfaqmridha4168 2 роки тому

    If a student wants to rent an apartment do they have to provide reference or university enrolment or a work permit visa

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      I think you have two options: 1. either find a sublease or find a roommate who rents outs a second room. 2. Be ready to pay a deposit for a few months in advance if you want to rent alone.
      References are needed to show you're a trustworthy person who can pay rent (e.g. has a job or enough savings)

  • @sheldoncooper0
    @sheldoncooper0 Рік тому

    “Easier in Smaller cities such as Montreal”
    Lolol fyi Montreal has a way higher population than Vancouver. Almost as many people as Toronto. Competition for apartments is fierce and housing shortage is insane.

  • @JackJack-qc4nd
    @JackJack-qc4nd 2 роки тому +1

    Do you think Edmonton have same regulations?

    • @BDB-ji1ui
      @BDB-ji1ui 2 роки тому +4

      Yes, both Edmonton & Calgary have exactly the same regulations. In general, renting in Canada is very frustrating.

    • @JackJack-qc4nd
      @JackJack-qc4nd 2 роки тому +1

      @@BDB-ji1ui Thanks for the information

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      🙏

  • @BabaTunde-ku2zk
    @BabaTunde-ku2zk Рік тому

    Hai, Can a family of 4 or 5 members rent a family house on tourist visa who wishes to stay for 12 months?

  • @mahadevgandhi509
    @mahadevgandhi509 2 роки тому +1

    Hi, can anna reviled the name of that ABNB or landloard with location.

  • @firozkhan10
    @firozkhan10 2 роки тому +1

    Share accommodation is possible

  • @1301London
    @1301London 2 роки тому

    Hi Girls , we Russians all over the world ... WE SUPPORT YOU .. and value your experience

  • @Ara198826
    @Ara198826 11 місяців тому

    I guess it is impossible to rent as newcomer

  • @devilsoffspring5519
    @devilsoffspring5519 2 роки тому +3

    How to rent your first apartment in Canada:
    Step #1: Earn a 6-figure income

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому

      Hahaha in Toronto and Vancouver - totally 😂🙈

  • @shijolazarabstransportslim3098
    @shijolazarabstransportslim3098 3 роки тому +1

    You r too cool 😎

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  3 роки тому

      Thanks Shijo, we are just as cool as you are 😋

    • @shijolazarabstransportslim3098
      @shijolazarabstransportslim3098 3 роки тому

      @@MakeThatChange thats so cool😉
      Do you believe in multiculturalism in other words multiculture Co existence 🤔

  • @gloireciel1711
    @gloireciel1711 Рік тому

    Please can I speak french with you ?

  • @mindavenue499
    @mindavenue499 2 роки тому +1

    Are u relatives?

  • @sky55555
    @sky55555 Рік тому

    I know you r two sisters

  • @leihejun844
    @leihejun844 2 роки тому

    youtube can't show me a video that people of two different countries married in Canada.
    I just want to know that two non-blond married each other and they were not from same country. That's what I'm looking for. I'm not blond, don't want a blond girl. running away form my countrymates (Canada has lots of them)

    • @MakeThatChange
      @MakeThatChange  2 роки тому +1

      If you are looking for marriage content, Lei, we are probably not right. Our goal is to inspire and motivate, no matter your life situation and who you are