Late last week, the province announced the maximum allowable rent increase for 2027. Minister of Housing Christine Boyle announced the allowable rent increase for 2027 will be 2.2%.
The increase for next year is lower than the 2.3% increase approved for 2026.
“At a time when many people are feeling the impact of rising costs, linking rent increases to inflation helps renters, including seniors and families, meet their housing expenses, while also ensuring landlords can continue providing stable, well-maintained homes for renters for years to come,” said Christine Boyle, Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs.
“Our focus from the start has been on helping people across B.C. find housing that fits their needs and budgets. Thanks to our work to increase housing supply, crack down on illegal short-term rentals and limit foreign investment in the housing market, B.C. has seen a 4.5% decrease in overall average rents.”
B.C.’s maximum allowable rent increase for 2027 is 2.2%, effective January 1.
Landlords must give at least 3 months’ notice and can only increase rent once every 12 months.
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— BC Seniors Advocate (@SrsAdvocateBC) August 28, 2026
This marks the seventh consecutive year that the maximum allowable increase has been capped at or below the rate of inflation. Before 2019, renters could face annual rent increases of up to 2% above the rate of inflation.
The ministry adds that the rent increase cannot take place until January 1st, 2027.
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