AHOM RMC

What ‘rent‑controlled’ really means “Rent‑controlled” does not mean your rent will never go up. It means the law limits how much a landlord can increase the rent each year for certain units, usually by setting a guideline or percentage cap, while still allowing regular, smaller increases over time. These rules can change depending on where you live and how old your building is, so two neighbours in different provinces—or even in different buildings on the same street might face different rules

If you’re working in Canada and planning to take time off — a vacation, unpaid leave, or a short break between jobs — it’s natural to wonder whether that time affects your eligibility for permanent residence (PR). This is a common question, and it’s one many people don’t ask until after they’ve already taken time off. Understanding how Canadian work experience is calculated can help you plan ahead with clarity instead of anxiety.

Housing instability is the space between “securely housed” and “homeless,” where a household is technically indoors but their housing situation could change quickly. It can look like struggling to pay rent, moving frequently, living in overcrowded or unsafe conditions, or relying on short‑term arrangements that might end at any time. People in unstable housing often experience more stress, health challenges and financial pressure, even before a formal eviction or displacement happens.