British Columbia Eviction Laws (2026)
BC evictions go through the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB). Notices use prescribed forms with set timelines, and as of 2024 most landlord's-own-use and for-cause notices must be generated through the RTB's online portal.
Governing law: Residential Tenancy Act, S.B.C. 2002, c. 78
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Through the Residential Tenancy Branch
A landlord serves a prescribed Notice to End Tenancy and, if disputed, the matter is decided by the RTB through dispute resolution (arbitration). Only after a valid Order of Possession can the landlord enforce it.
Non-payment (10-Day Notice)
A 10 Day Notice to End Tenancy for Unpaid Rent can be served the day after rent is late. The tenant has 5 days to pay in full (which cancels the notice) or to dispute it.
For cause (1-Month Notice)
A One Month Notice for cause (significant interference, breach of a material term not corrected, damage, etc.) gives the tenant time to dispute at the RTB.
Landlord's use of property (4-Month Notice)
For the landlord or a close family member to move in, or for major renovations/demolition, a Four Month Notice is required, with one month's rent compensation. Since 2024 these notices must be issued through the RTB portal and have stricter evidence rules to curb bad-faith "renovictions".
No self-help
Changing locks or removing a tenant's belongings without an Order of Possession is illegal.
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