Understanding Apartment Rentals in Canada

What is the first step you should take when looking to rent an apartment?

• Sign a lease

• Determine your budget

• Move in

• Pay the deposit

Which of the following is typically included in a rental agreement?

• The tenant's favourite colour

• The tenant's social media passwords

• The monthly rent amount

• The tenant's favourite food

What is a security deposit?

• A fee for using the gym

• Money paid upfront to cover potential damages

• A monthly utility bill

• A fee for parking

Which of the following is NOT a common utility that tenants might have to pay for separately?

• Electricity

• Water

• Internet

• Groceries

What should you do if you find a problem in the apartment after moving in?

• Ignore it

• Fix it yourself without telling anyone

• Report it to the landlord or property manager

• Move out immediately

What is a lease?

• A type of pet

• A contract between a tenant and a landlord

• A piece of furniture

• A type of insurance

How often is rent typically paid?

• Daily

• Weekly

• Monthly

• Annually

What is the purpose of a rental application?

• To apply for a job

• To provide information to the landlord about the potential tenant

• To register for school

• To buy a house

Which of the following is a common requirement for renting an apartment?

• Owning a car

• Having a pet

• Providing references

• Being a student

What is a tenant?

• The person who owns the apartment

• The person who rents the apartment

• The person who cleans the apartment

• The person who builds the apartment