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In Alberta, evictions must follow the rules set out in the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA). The process and notice periods depend on the reason for eviction.
NO LOCKS CAN BE CHANGED Without a court order
Rent Increases in Alberta: Rules & Limits
Alberta does not have rent control laws, meaning landlords can increase rent by any amount as long as they follow proper notice periods and frequency rules under the Residential Tenancies Act (RTA).
What Happens If a Tenant Refuses to Pay Rent in Alberta?
If a tenant does not pay rent on time, landlords in Alberta have legal options to recover unpaid rent and evict the tenant if necessary. Here’s what to do:
Serve a 14-Day Eviction Notice
If rent remains unpaid, serve the tenant with a 14-Day Notice to Terminate for Non-Payment of Rent.
or Apply for an Eviction Order or REPAYMENT Order
If the tenant does not pay or move out after 14 days:
What You Must Do
Valuable Items (e.g., electronics, furniture, documents)
Store for at least 30 days and try to contact the tenant.
Perishable Items (e.g., food, plants)
Can be disposed of immediately.
Garbage or obvious junk
Can be thrown away immediately.
4. Recovering Unpaid Rent & Damages
Yes—Alberta remains one of the most landlord-friendly provinces in Canada. There’s no formal rent control, eviction processes are relatively swift, and landlords retain strong rights over their properties.
Not quite—there are rules. Alberta allows rent increases, but only under specific conditions:
Landlords must comply with Alberta’s Residential Tenancies Act, which outlines obligations such as:
Yes—especially in cities like Calgary and Edmonton. Alberta’s economy is diversifying, population growth is steady, and housing affordability remains better than in Ontario or B.C.
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