Renting as a newcomer
How to rent when you have no Canadian credit history or references — and how to spot rental scams.
How to rent when you have no Canadian credit history or references — and how to spot rental scams.
Key points to understand
Offers that help without Canadian credit history
Offers that help without Canadian credit history. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Avoiding scams: never pay before viewing
Avoiding scams: never pay before viewing. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
What landlords can and can't ask for
What landlords can and can't ask for. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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