Understanding Upcoming Changes for Supportive Housing Under Bill 11: Notification and Amendment requirements

An Overview

This session focuses on the implementation process for recent Bill 11 supportive housing amendments to the Residential Tenancy Act. Participants will receive a detailed overview of the temporary amendment authority available to supportive housing providers, timelines for implementation, and the steps required to update tenancy agreements. The session will also cover notice requirements, drafting considerations, service obligations, and best practices to ensure compliance before the new provisions become effective on December 1, 2026.

Key Topics

• Overview of Bill 11 supportive housing amendments and implementation timelines.
• Explanation of the temporary amendment authority and key dates providers need to know.
• Requirements for reviewing, amending, and updating tenancy agreements.
• Guidance on notification, service, recordkeeping, and compliance obligations.
• Resources and tools available to support providers during implementation.

Speakers

• Annik Foreman, Director, Homelessness and Supportive Housing Policy Branch
• Taro Gurney, Senior Policy Analyst, Homelessness and Supportive Housing Policy Branch
• Leon Magee-Teitelbaum, Senior Policy Analyst, Homelessness and Supportive Housing Policy Branch
• Leslie Cramer, Senior Policy Analyst, Housing Policy Branch