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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.
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Know your rights when renting, facing eviction, or dealing with unsafe housing.
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Age Based Rights
Discover your rights and responsibilities at each age in British Columbia—from school attendance at age 5 to voting at 18 and beyond. This guide helps youth understand legal milestones and protections.
Leaving Home Before 19
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In BC, you can choose to leave home before they turn 19 but there could be consequences and practical complications.
In BC, you can choose to leave home before they turn 19 but there could be consequences and practical complications.
Leaving home before 19 in British Columbia is your choice, but it can affect your support and housing options. Learn your rights, potential consequences, and where to find help if you're feeling unsafe or need assistance.
Red Flag Landlords
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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.
Understand your rights as a tenant, document all interactions, and report any illegal landlord practices to protect yourself from unfair treatment.
Spotting a bad landlord in British Columbia? Learn to identify red flags like illegal entry, improper evictions, poor maintenance, and discrimination. Know your tenancy rights and how to protect yourself.
Roommates: Choose wisely
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Picking the right roommate and the right roommate setup is crucial.
Picking the right roommate and the right roommate setup is crucial.
Choosing the right roommate in British Columbia is crucial. Understand your rights and responsibilities under different tenancy setups—co-tenants, tenants in common, and occupants—and learn how to protect yourself legally.
Rent a place to stay
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.