Housing Crisis in Ontario Quiz
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What significant issue did the dissenting judge identify in the Application?

  • It raised serious economic concerns.
  • It was a legal issue regarding tenant rights.
  • It was primarily a matter of privacy violation.
  • It raised significant issues of public interest. (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a specific renter's right?

  • Limits on rent increases
  • Fair process around evictions
  • Right to choose a landlord (correct)
  • Freedom from discrimination

    • Which organization is not mentioned as a resource for navigating the legal system?

  • Legal Aid Ontario (correct)
  • Local Legal Clinic
  • Canadian Centre for Housing Rights
  • Law Society of Ontario Referral Service

    • Which factor is included in the current legal system regarding tenant rights?

    <p>Human Rights Code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When applying for a rental, which aspect should NOT be shared with the landlord according to renter's rights?

    <p>Family relations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a landlord legally require a tenant to pay a 3-month rent deposit along with other deposits before moving in?

    <p>Yes, as long as it's stated in the rental agreement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is a landlord allowed to refuse rental applicants based on the presence of a pet?

    <p>Yes, if the rental property has a no-pets policy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a landlord force a tenant to move out if they acquire a pet after two years of renting?

    <p>Yes, but only if the tenant signed a lease that prohibits pets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Is a landlord allowed to rent an apartment with known maintenance issues without the obligation to fix them?

    <p>Yes, if the tenant agrees to rent it 'as is'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Can a landlord legally deny a rental application based on a tenant's pregnancy?

    <p>No, this is considered discrimination under human rights laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the estimated number of households on social housing waitlists in Ontario by 2020?

    <p>168,546 households</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of racialized families live in homes considered affordable, adequate, and suitable?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average asking rent for a roommate in Ontario as of the latest data?

    <p>$1,100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals experiences the highest levels of discrimination when searching for rental housing in Toronto?

    <p>Racialized newcomers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of on-reserve households required major renovations as per the 2011 federal evaluation?

    <p>41.5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of Canadian renters who are evicted every five years?

    <p>6.6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the amount for Social Assistance (OW) for a single person?

    <p>$733</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the housing crisis primarily affect marginalized communities?

    <p>They have higher rates of housing affordability issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowable rent increase for most rentals within a year?

    <p>2.5%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must a landlord do before entering a tenant's apartment?

    <p>Provide 24 hours' written notice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for rejecting a rental application?

    <p>Gender identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should landlords charge upfront when renting a place?

    <p>First month’s rent, last month’s rent, and key deposits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Within what time frame should landlords address maintenance issues?

    <p>Within a reasonable time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about pet rules in rentals?

    <p>Pet rules vary widely among landlords</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can tenants do if they've paid something unnecessary?

    <p>Ask for a refund</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must landlords have to justify entering a tenant's unit?

    <p>Reasonable purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should landlords not allow in relation to tenant treatment?

    <p>Landlords should not allow bad treatment based on disability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What obligation do landlords have towards human rights needs of tenants?

    <p>Landlords must assist tenants with their human rights needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If Yasmeena's landlord does not act on her complaint about her neighbor's jokes, what legal issue could arise?

    <p>This could be a violation of human rights laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to most leases within the first year?

    <p>They are usually locked in and may incur penalties for breaking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Sal expect if he wants to leave his lease early for a job in New York?

    <p>He might need to pay the landlord due to the terms of the lease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to a lease after the first year if the tenant continues to stay?

    <p>It automatically transitions to a month-to-month lease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could be a legal issue if a landlord overlooks accessibility requests?

    <p>This may violate human rights codes regarding disability accommodation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a tenant prefer to transition to a month-to-month lease?

    <p>They provide greater flexibility for leaving if needed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Housing Crisis in Ontario

    • Social housing waitlists are incredibly long, with approximately 168,546 households on waitlists in 2020.
    • The average wait for social housing is well over 10 years.
    • Social assistance programs like OW and ODSP aren't enough to cover market rents.
    • For a single person, OW provides 733andODSPprovides733 and ODSP provides 733andODSPprovides1368. For a family of four, OW provides 1517andODSPprovides1517 and ODSP provides 1517andODSPprovides2488.
    • Average new rental costs are around 2400,andaverageaskingrentforaroommateisaround2400, and average asking rent for a roommate is around 2400,andaverageaskingrentforaroommateisaround1100.

    The Housing Crisis: Marginalized Communities

    • The housing crisis disproportionately impacts marginalized and racialized communities.
    • According to a 2019 report, over 50% of people of color households in Canada live in unaffordable, inadequate and unsuitable housing.
    • The same report found that 41.5% of on-reserve First Nations households required major renovations in 2011, compared to only 7% of non-Indigenous households.
    • A recent study found that 80% of immigrants live in rental housing.

    The Housing Crisis: Eviction

    • About 6.6% of Canadian renters are evicted every five years.
    • Laws:
      • Residential Tenancies Act
      • Human Rights Code
      • Municipal Bylaws
      • Building Code
      • Fire Code
    • Complaints:
      • Landlord Tenant Board
      • Rental Housing Enforcement Unit
      • Human Rights Tribunal
      • Bylaw Enforcement
      • Fire Marshall
    • Organizations:
      • Canadian Centre for Housing Rights
      • Local Legal Clinic
      • Pro Bono Ontario
      • Law Society of Ontario Referral Service
      • Steps to Justice
      • Landlord and Tenant Board

    Specific Renter's Rights

    • Applying for a Rental:
      • Sharing a kitchen or bathroom with a landlord is risky.
      • Landlords should only ask for first and last month's rent, and a key deposit.
      • Landlords can't discriminate against you based on protected grounds under the Human Rights Code.
    • Maintenance:
      • Landlords must fix things in a reasonable amount of time.
      • Landlords have responsibilities regarding heat depending on the time of year.
      • Landlords should follow local noise bylaws.
    • Limits on Rent Increases:
      • Landlords can only raise rent once a year with 90 days’ notice.
      • Rent increases are capped at 2.5% per year unless the rental unit is in a new building (occupied after November 15, 2018).
    • Privacy:
      • Landlords must give 24 hours' written notice before entering a rental unit.
      • Landlords must have a reasonable purpose for entering.
      • Landlords cannot control who visits your apartment.
    • Discrimination:
      • Landlords cannot treat tenants badly based on their race, sex, religion, disability, etc.
      • Landlords should not allow other tenants to discriminate against you based on protected grounds.
      • Landlords are required to assist tenants with reasonable accommodations related to human rights needs.
    • Leaving a Rental:
    • Most leases are "locked in" for the first year, meaning tenants who leave during that period may have to pay the landlord something.
    • After the first year, leases automatically become month-to-month leases.
    • It is easier for tenants to leave a month-to-month lease.

    Applying for a Rental: Takeaways

    • Use a renter cover letter.
    • Know the rules.
    • If you have paid for something you didn't need to, see if you can get it back.
    • Get help.

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