Tenants鈥� Rights Guide
Know your rights as a renter in Nova Scotia. When tenants know their legal rights and can assert them and advocate for themselves, they can begin to reclaim power over their housing.
For more information, visit AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service's or call 902-423-8105.
Welfare Rights Guide
You have a right to income assistance. It's important that you understand what you are entitled to so you can advocate for or fight for your rights.
For more information, please contact us at 902-423-8105.
In the Media
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Ask an Expert: It鈥檚 Tough Out There for Renters. A New Survey Explores Why
October 22, 2025, 12:00 PM
A groundbreaking survey from AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service reveals trends in affordability, security, and tenants鈥� rights in Nova Scotia. Lead author Hannah Main opens up about the findings and the need for urgent policy reform.
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AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service ft in "Halifax tenants in 'precarious housing situations' band together to fight renovictions"
July 14, 2025, 12:00 PM
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AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service Community Legal Worker Mark Culligan ft in "Advocates call for end to Nova Scotia鈥檚 fixed鈥憈erm lease loophole"
May 7, 2025, 12:00 PM
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AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service Community Legal Worker Mark Culligan ft in "Nova Scotia fixed鈥憈erm lease loophole to remain in place despite some abuse: official"
May 6, 2025, 12:00 PM
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AV俱乐部 Legal Aid Service ft in "AV俱乐部 Legal Aid urges vigilance as stricter deadlines for tenants are put in place"
April 14, 2025, 12:00 PM