Landlord Laws in Alberta: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know in 2025
- Wayne Hillier
- Jun 12
- 3 min read
By Wayne Hillier, Real Estate Investing Masters
June 12, 2025 | Edmonton, AB
Being a landlord in Alberta comes with both opportunity and responsibility. Whether you’re managing your first rental property or scaling a full portfolio, understanding the rules of the game is non-negotiable.
Alberta remains one of the most landlord-friendly provinces in Canada, but that doesn’t mean anything goes. In this article, I’ll walk you through the key landlord laws in 2025 that every investor should know, based on what we see day to day in the Edmonton rental market.
Rental Increases: What’s Allowed in 2025?
In Alberta, you can raise rent once every 12 months if the lease is periodic (month-to-month or week-to-week). Fixed-term leases do not allow for rent increases during the term.
There is no cap on how much you can increase the rent, but it must be reasonable and supported by market conditions. It’s good business to communicate openly with tenants and provide data showing your rental rate is still competitive.
Evictions & Termination Rules
Evictions are allowed in Alberta, but there are strict procedures you must follow.
Unpaid rent: You can issue a 14-day eviction notice as soon as rent is late (typically the day after it's due)
Lease breaches: Repeated noise complaints, property damage, or illegal activity may qualify for eviction
End of lease: At the end of a fixed-term lease, the landlord is not required to renew
In all cases, clear documentation is key. You must provide written notices, keep copies of emails or texts, and log all interactions. If things escalate to the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS), your paperwork is your best defense.
Security Deposits
Maximum deposit: Equal to one month’s rent
Must be held in trust: In an interest-bearing account
Return timeline: Within 10 days of the tenant moving out, if no deductions are made
If you do intend to deduct money for damages or cleaning, you must provide a detailed breakdown with estimates or receipts. Vague or inflated charges won’t hold up at dispute hearings.
Tenant Rights You Can’t Ignore
Tenants have rights, and if you violate them, it can cost you financially and legally.
You must provide 24 hours’ written notice before entering the property for non-emergency reasons
You can’t change locks unless you give the tenant a new key immediately
You can’t shut off utilities to force a tenant to leave
Many problems start when landlords act emotionally or rush the process. If you're respectful and follow the rules, you can avoid 95 percent of tenant conflicts.
Why Alberta Is Still a Landlord-Friendly Province
There’s a reason investors across Canada are flocking to Alberta:
No rent control
Clear eviction processes
Strong rights for landlords when rules are followed
Fair treatment at RTDRS compared to tribunals in other provinces
Combine that with strong cash flow potential in cities like Edmonton and you have a solid foundation for building long-term wealth as a real estate investor.
Ready to Invest in Alberta the Right Way?
Being a successful landlord in Alberta means staying ahead of the rules, knowing your rights, and building a system that works. Whether you're managing one property or a full portfolio, the returns can be powerful when done right.
This is exactly what we teach inside the REI Masters Mentorship Program. If you want to build cash-flowing rentals and manage them like a pro, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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About the Author
Wayne Hillier is one of Canada’s trusted experts in real estate investing education, specializing in Alberta’s thriving markets. Based in Edmonton, Wayne has over a decade of experience building a high-performing rental portfolio and coaching investors to achieve strong cash flow, sustainable wealth, and creative financing success. As co-founder of Real Estate Investing Masters, Wayne is a respected real estate investing coach and mentor, dedicated to helping Canadian investors confidently scale their portfolios. He is also the host of The Real Estate Investing Morning Show, Canada’s #1 daily podcast for real estate investing education.
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