by Lynzi Michal
(December 23, 2015) Are you saying the law prevents housing providers to rent to refugees? We’re pointing out that renting a house or apartment in Ontario is a complex transaction in a heavily regulated environment. It was not created for, and is not well-equipped to, facilitate the fast, mass resettlement of an unprecedented quantity of… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(December 22, 2015) The Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) represents more than 2,200 members who own or manage more than 350,000 households in every area of Ontario. We well understand the housing needs, costs and capacities in the communities that we build and manage. Our members are a diverse group – from those with… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
December 4, 2015 (Toronto) Ontario’s top landlords and property managers were once again recognized for achievement at this year’s FRPO MAC Awards Gala. Over 960 industry colleagues gathered on December 3, 2015, to recognize excellence in the rental housing industry. Please join us in congratulating the following award recipients: Rental Housing Lifetime Achievement Award… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
Find Your Member of Parliament Your local MP will have helpful information on refugee settlement and support programs. You can find your federal MP here. Immigration and Citizenship Canada This website has helpful information on the refugee system, sponsorship, and services available to refugees in Canada. Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration Earlier this… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
Disclaimer: This posting is for information only, and should not be used as legal advice. Please retain the services of a licensed legal professional to obtain advice specific to your situation. Q. As a landlord, is there a special process for administering rental applications from refugees? No, there is not. Rental applications from refugees should be… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
Disclaimer: This article is for information only, and should not be used as legal advice. Please retain the services of a licensed legal professional to obtain legal advice specific to your situation. There has been widespread news coverage of the Canadian Government’s commitment to settle 25,000 refugees from war-torn Syria. It is likely that many of… Read More
by Lynzi Michal
(November 20, 2015) As the largest association in Ontario representing those who own, build, and finance rental properties, the Federation of Rental-housing Providers of Ontario (FRPO) well understands the housing needs, costs and capacities in the communities that we build across the province. Our members, like many Ontarians and indeed, Canadians, are currently seeking to… Read More
