If you’re renting an apartment or house in Vancouver and discover bed bugs, cockroaches, rodents or another infestation, notify your landlord or property manager as soon as possible.

In British Columbia, landlords generally have responsibilities for maintaining rental properties and addressing pest problems. However, responsibility for specific costs can depend on the circumstances.

In strata buildings, the strata corporation is responsible for managing and maintaining common property, while responsibility for an infestation within an individual unit may depend on its source and the applicable bylaws.

Some infestations require inspections or treatments in multiple units because pests can travel through shared walls, plumbing openings and other connected spaces. Reporting the problem early can help prevent it from spreading.