B.C. is bringing in new rules for short-term rentals. Here's what's changing

B.C.'s new legislation on short-term rentals will triple the fines for hosts who break the rules, and bring in a number of new requirements for operators in an attempt to return units to the long-term market. Premier David Eby and Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon announced the Short-Term Accommodations Act Monday. "There is no question, in British Columbia short-term rentals have gotten out of control," Eby said at a news conference after the legislation was tabled, adding that the bill seeks to cra