BC Court Dismisses Appeal by STR Owners over Restrictions

1/5/2026

The British Columbia (B.C.), Canada, Court of Appeal has dismissed an appeal by Victoria short-term rental owners challenging the Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act, which limits rentals to principal residences to protect long-term housing stock. The owners sought exemptions or compensation for potential losses, but both the B.C. Supreme Court and Appeal Court ruled their claims were premature, as no actual violations or damages had occurred.

Vancouver Sun (01/04/26) Susan Lazaruk