Leaving Home Before 19

Family Housing Parents Abuse

In BC, you can choose to leave home before they turn 19 but there could be consequences and practical complications.

Driver's License

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Driver's License

Once you turn 16 you are able to apply for a driver’s license. If you are under 19 you will need a parent or guardian’s permission to apply.

See Getting my driver’s license

Housing

Red Flag Landlords

Housing Privacy Money Bullying

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Understand your rights as a tenant, document all interactions, and report any illegal landlord practices to protect yourself from unfair treatment.

Housing

Roommates: Choose wisely

Housing Relationships

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Picking the right roommate and the right roommate setup is crucial.

Rent a place to stay

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Rent a Place to Stay

There is no minimum age when someone can enter into a rental agreement, but a landlord can decide not to rent to someone because of their age if they are under 19.

See Leaving Home Before 19.

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