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This 2-document package for Alberta landlords contains policies covering the use and cultivation of cannabis as well as a general No Smoking Policy for all rental units and common areas in the building.

• The Cannabis Policy bans smoking, vaping or growing recreational cannabis (marijuana) anywhere on the premises.
• Persons registered to use medical marijuana can apply for an exemption from the ban.
• Cannabis use by minors is absolutely prohibited.
• The No Smoking Policy bans smoking or vaping of any substances. There is an optional grandfathering clause for existing leases.
• Tenants are responsible for ensuring their guests and invitees comply with the policies and for reporting any violations they observe.
• Non-compliance with the terms of the policies will result in issuance of a 14-day termination notice in acordance with the Residential Tenancies Act.
• These policies are written to comply with the laws of the Province of Alberta, including the Alberta Human Rights Act.
• You can download the policy templates immediately after purchasing them. Available in MS Word format.

Lease a condo or townhouse in Alberta to a tenant with this Alberta Condominium Fixed Term Lease Agreement.

• Application of Laws. The lease is governed by the Residential Tenancies Act and the Condominium Property Act. In the event of a conflict, the Condominium Property Act will apply.
• Damage. The tenant agrees not to damage the building, the common areas and any other property belonging to the condominium corporation.
• By-laws. The tenant also agrees to abide by the condo by-laws.
• Rights of Corporation. The condominium corporation has the right to take legal action to evict the tenant if the tenant breaches his/her obligations under the Condominium Property Act.
• Owner's Obligations. The condo owner (landlord) must provide the tenant with copies of the by-laws, and comply with its obligations under the Act and the By-laws with respect to leasing of the unit.
• Expiry. The lease will revert to a month-to-month tenancy at the end of the term unless either party has given written notice of termination or the parties have signed a new lease.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Before you can rent your condo unit to a tenant, you'll need a good standard-form Tenancy Agreement.

• The rental agreement is governed by the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act and the Condominium Property Act. In the event of a conflict, the Condominium Property Act will apply.
• This agreement contemplates a monthly tenancy, but it can be easily edited for a bi-yearly or yearly tenancy.
• The tenant agrees not to damage the building, the common areas and any other property belonging to the condominium corporation.
• The tenant also agrees to abide by the By-laws and Rules and Regulations governing the building.
• The condo association has the right to take legal action to evict the tenant if the tenant breaches his/her obligations under the Condominium Property Act.
• The unit owner (landlord) must provide the tenant with copies of the by-laws, and comply with its obligations under the By-laws and provincial laws and regulations governing rental of the unit.
• Available as a downloadable and fully editable MS Word template.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Extend the term of a tenant's lease on a residential rental property in Alberta with this template Extension of Residential Lease.

• The landlord and tenant agree to extend the lease for the period of time set out in the agreement.
• The rental is a monthly rental rate.
• All provisions of the original lease which are not amended by the parties will remain in force.
• This form is for Alberta residential leases only. Use the Renewal and Extension of Commercial Lease form for business tenants.
• The template is provided in MS Word format, and is fully editable and easy to use.

Rent a house, apartment or suite in Alberta to a tenant under this month-to-month Residential Tenancy Agreement.

• The Tenancy Agreement contains standard provisions for a rental contract such as:
  • how the security deposit will be held, used (if necessary) and returned to the tenant at the end of the tenancy;
  • the obligation of each of the parties as set out in the Residential Tenancies Act;
  • how the tenancy can be terminated by either party;
  • pet provisions;
  • tenant improvements;
  • restrictions on smoking and growing cannabis.
• This Tenancy Agreement CANNOT be used for a mobile home site rental, vacation property rental, or to rent living quarters in a landlord's residence.
• The template is provided in MS Word format. Download, fill in the relevant information and get it signed. Use as needed for all your rental properties.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

AB landlords, if your tenant has failed to pay the rent, serve them with this Alberta Notice of Termination of Tenancy for Non-payment of Rent.

• The Notice is given in accordance with the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act.
• The tenant must vacate the premises by a specified date unless the rent arrears are paid on or before that date.
• A Service of Notice Form is included, to record the details of the method of service.
• This is a reusable legal form which can be used as often as you require. Just fill in the blanks with the appropriate information.
• Available in MS Word format and can be used for any residential rental premises except for mobile homes.
• Intended for use only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

If your tenant is in breach of the rental agreement, serve him/her with this Alberta Notice of Termination of Tenancy for Substantial Breach (other than non-payment of rent).

• The Notice is given in accordance with the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act.
• The tenant is informed that s/he must vacate the premises by a specified date for the reasons set out in the Notice.
• A Service of Notice Form is included, to record how the document was served on the tenant.
• This is a reusable landlord-tenant notice. Pay for the form once, use it as often as you require.
• The MS Word template is downloadable and easy to use.
• Intended to be used only in the Province of Alberta, Canada.

Give notice to a tenant that you are ending their tenancy for unpaid rent or utilities with this 10 Day Notice to End Tenancy Form RTB-30.

• This Notice is only for tenants who are behind in the rent or who money for unpaid utilities.
• The free 10 Day Notice can be used for tenants of a house, apartment or mobile home.
• It includes instructions for both landlords and tenants on the effect of the notice and the next steps to be taken.
• BC Residential Tenancy Office Form RTB-30.
• This is a free PDF download which can be filled out on the computer or by hand.

Rent a commercial premises in BC to a business or retail tenant with this Short Form Commercial Lease Agreement for British Columbia.

• The lease is for a fixed term (such as one year), but can revert to month-to-month at the end of the term, with the landlord's consent.
• Services provided and paid for by the landlord will be charged to the tenant as additional rent, and will be invoiced on a monthly basis.
• The landlord is solely responsible for repairs to and maintenance of the building.
• The commercial lease can be renewed for a further term, if the tenant elects to do so and is not in default.
• The form is available as a reusable and customizable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the Province of British Columbia, Canada.

Rental managers, put together a Commercial Tenant Emergency Procedures Manual with this fully editable template for highrise commercial buildings.

1. fire safety, including fire drills, appointing fire wardens, evacuation procedures, fire extinguisher operation;
2. bomb threat information and guidelines;
3. building security procedures,
4. list of tenant responsibilities to guard against theft;
5. medical emergency procedures;
6. what to do during a power failure;
7. preparing for severe weather (thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricanes);
8. earthquake procedures.