An advocate for struggling tenants says she welcomes a $400-a-year tax rebate for renters that will come into effect this year, but is disappointed B.C.’s budget doesn’t include funding to boost protections from eviction. Jen St. Denis, our civic issues reporter, reports. Published Feb. 26, 2024. https://thetyee.ca/News/2024/02/26/What-BC-Budget-Renters/

What’s in the BC Budget for Renters

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