How to rent your first apartment in Canada as a newcomer & immigrant

[@alpatorix]

Thank you for the advises, I also just recently moved to Canada (Toronto) and also opened a youtube channel. I can say, that it is very difficult to rent an apartment in Canada, much more difficult than in other countries, but if you read this comment, you will make it :)

[@chinonsoalumona6734]

Hi I’m looking for an apartment in Toronto. Can you please help?

[@colletteseders2874]

One very important thing for anyone who is renting - buy renter’s insurance. Make sure you have adequate coverage for replacement costs for any of your belongings, and for relocation costs if there is a fire, or other disaster.

[@najibmohamed21]

I have been watching your videos and now I come to Canada and I benefit from your videos watching them I really appreciated you 🙏🙏❤️

[@ThisisYulia]

thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@nbtch8816]

Thanks Yulia i always watch your advices as i will be going to Canada as international student in January

[@ThisisYulia]

yay, congrats 🥳

[@yasminerd3426]

Congrats

[@eduar4731]

Thanks Yulia, god advices, because I`m trying to find up an apartment . Really helpful. thanks for your job

[@ThisisYulia]

you're welcome and good luck with your search!

[@saminur5478]

@@ThisisYulia in Canada about rent . do we pay money beforehand for example 3 month payment ? Because I have no credit score , and First time I will come to Canada

[@marie-joserenaud7916]

@@saminur5478 It depends on the province where you want to live. In Québec it's ILLEGAL to ASK. Although you can offer. HOWEVER get a Québecer to accompany you, so you don't get taken adavantage of.

[@dianabasheva8358]

Loved the video, thank you for your time and effort!

[@ThisisYulia]

My pleasure! 🙏🏻

[@amarachianyim]

You are always insightful Thanks Yulia❣️

[@ThisisYulia]

my pleasure 🙌🏼

[@1986Unlimited]

Thank you so much for this info. This was exactly what I was looking for

[@ThisisYulia]

yay! glad you found it helpful 🔥

[@karimshawn5475]

Lovely yulia as usual 😉

[@ThisisYulia]

Thank you! 😊

[@andrewdalgliesh647]

I've read that (for Montreal) simply walking around the area that interests you and looking for "for rent" signs may be a good idea. In looking up online apartment listings, something I am noticing is that there is somewhat of a "hollowing out of the middle" with those who advertise their apartments online; meaning that the online listings seem to consist of a few very nice and very expensive rentals that have very positive reviews and MANY listings that have very bad reviews (and I am not even looking up places with below average rental prices). It makes me think that for an average priced decent place that a landlord may not even need to advertise and good word of mouth gets around and if one walks through the area and sees the building that they can see the apartment right away and do their own "smell test". What do you think?

[@ThisisYulia]

word of mouth works too but it’s super rare not to advertise an apartment online 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@saraferreira4945]

In Ontario, it's not legal to ask for a deposit that's not the last months rent. Maybe a key deposit if you lose it but nothing else.

[@ThisisYulia]

I was talking about a deposit that equals to one/two months of rent :)

[@saskiemis3397]

Renting a apartment is the same as in the Netherlands. All the documents that you need. The only difference is the payment. Cash/check is not allowed in the Netherlands. If you need to pay cash than probably your landlord is scatchy.

[@siobhonc]

Your cat is lovely!!

[@ThisisYulia]

thanks!

[@SuchiShots]

You are excellent Yulia.❤❤❤

[@ThisisYulia]

thank you!

[@coolheeling]

Very good info, very helpful 👍

[@ThisisYulia]

Glad you think so!

[@ranutam9432]

Hey Yulia! Thanks for your time & efforts. Could you please also make a video about Cheapest Universities or Colleges offering Masters programmes (in finance)? Many thanks!

[@ThisisYulia]

you're welcome! I might one day 🙏🏻

[@ranutam9432]

@@ThisisYulia thanks so much! I hope it comes out soon!! 🙏🏻

[@GalaxyUnravel]

Thanks for the great video. Are you able to recommend a place near Montreal Airport ?

[@mrwazo]

Hi there, I am planning to visit Toronto for the next 2-3 months and wanted to know the best websites to use for renting in the Toronto area. Happy if you could suggest a few options.

[@juanitosepapuye]

thanks for the video and the advises

[@shycutechannel443]

I love this video.. hope to move soon in canada🥰

[@ThisisYulia]

Best of luck!

[@farhia711]

In Toronto they ask for your pay stubs , S.I.N card number, bank Account number and credit scores to rent to you VERY scary.

[@ThisisYulia]

yup cause the prices are high and landlords wanna make sure you won’t scam him :)

[@cnlicnli]

From your description (typo???): “…I also love talking about work, deign [design] and Canada over here.

[@ThisisYulia]

thanks!

[@cnlicnli]

@@ThisisYulia Prost u. Cheers!

[@khawasdiksha4977]

Thank you very much 🥰

[@ThisisYulia]

You’re welcome 😊

[@chloemclean101]

Hi! Thanks for the video! What’s the best website to find a rental in Canada? We’re moving to Toronto from Australia in a few months.

[@ThisisYulia]

hello! i used facebook groups, kijiji, zumper 👌🏼

[@blurryvision4me929]

thanks for the information!!

[@ThisisYulia]

No problem!

[@titusgreen5679]

Hi Julia, nice video. One question regarding tenancy/lease durations which I have not seen addressed in videos: do any rental agencies even consider short-term leases (i.e. six months or less)? It seems that according to the Quebec renting code leases can theoretically be of any duration, even rolling month-month? I appreciate how it simply isn't in landlord/agency interest to rent for short periods, but just wondered what degree of flexibility is out there. Any information from anyone appreciated.

[@playswithsquirrels7614]

I cant wait to move into my first apartment later this year.. Living alone, my only fear is that I hope I dont move into a haunted apartment 😬

[@cloudcastle338]

Lol if you’re worried maybe sage the place? 😂

[@jevaunnybarton2986]

So what is the best way then to find accomodation when you first land in canada? What do you do first? Because am comming over on a work permit to canada to work. Do i find where my new work place is located then ask somebody where i find the nearest place to rent or what?

[@ThisisYulia]

I would say get an airbnb for 2 weeks, explore the neighborhoods and then find a place to stay :)

[@kyeaaron3776]

What websites should I look at to rent an apartment in Canada 🇨🇦

[@bittersweet9303]

Hi,Yulia!The background music at the end of this video is so nice and relaxing,could you tell me the name of the music?By the way,i like your accent

[@vipin_avin]

thanks mam this video help me a lot 😍🥰

[@ThisisYulia]

my pleasure!

[@bhavyaahuja3611]

Hey Yulia! I hope my message finds you well. I want to know that being an international student coming to Canada if I take the accommodation for a year what all documents are required from the Guarantor?

[@JohanaKusnadi]

Thank you for the video. I want to ask, what we have to prepared as the pet owner who want to immigrate to Canada? (I am want moving to Kelowna)

[@ThisisYulia]

my pleasure! you gonna have less options than someone without a pet, but if you have a small pet you’ll be fine 🙏🏼

[@luisandresguantetapia4608]

Hi Yulia, can you do a video of best discounts or benefits you get as an student in Canada? Hopefully I am going in January 2021 and I will like to be aware were I can save some money

[@ThisisYulia]

I already have those :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5aynWuLjd-qpdE

[@mertediz9773]

Hi rental company in my apartment asked me for money order of first and last month before signing a lease, just for applying. Is that normal?

[@antonk5414]

Hey there again! :) Given that MTL moving day is July 1st (probably on purpose to avoid celebrating the "english" Canada Day lol). What happens if I need to move to Montreal any other time like in Spring or Fall? I assume the supply of places is lower, but usually do they rent out of summer period or landlords do exceptions? Thanks!!

[@ThisisYulia]

hi, you can find a place to stay any time of the year. there would be less options, but still enough to choose from. hope that helps!

[@antonk5414]

@@ThisisYulia Gotcha, thanks!! :D

[@marie-joserenaud7916]

It has NOTHING to do with Canada Day. A few decades ago the moving date was May 1st, the Governement changed it to July 1st(optional) to avoid kids changing schools near the end of school year, which happens around June 24th.

[@ohemaaafia9875]

Do you know cities or places in canada where a lot of requirements are not needed to rent an apartment??between Toronto, Mississauga and Scarborough which do you think is best?

[@ThisisYulia]

no idea, sorry! I feel like all cities in GTA have the same requirements in terms of renting 🥲

[@daygarr316]

Hi Yulia! What would you recommend if I come from another country and I don't have landlord reference letters?

[@essambehslines6323]

Thanks for the information from your channel. I must say it's very insightful however would love to know ur advice to someone on finding an apartment in Canada who's looking to immigrate to Canada. Is it good to pay for apartment before entering Canada from another country so when you get it you just enter at once or getting to Canada first before paying ?

[@ThisisYulia]

I’d say wait till you get to Canada and then pay. I won’t trust people you find online unless it’s someone who you / your friends know 🙏🏼

[@essambehslines6323]

@@ThisisYulia ok thanks alot appreciate

[@linulin4415]

Hi in Canada is it always leasing or can you also make monthly rent to the landlord (like every 1st of each month?)

[@watchit2936]

I'm in Nigeria, how can I rent an apartment before coming to saskatchewan, is there a website or anything I can access

[@MsHamza360]

Great advice .

[@ThisisYulia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mahtabrafiee]

Thanks Yulia for all the great info. 💕 Can one rent an apartment in Montreal remotely, in my case, from Toronto? Can someone sign the contract in behalf of me?

[@ThisisYulia]

my pleasure! I'm not sure cause the lease is signed by a person and no one would like to take this responsibility

[@prietyrocks]

I am new international student in canada.my rent owner asking first and last month rent.if after some time I don't like it.after when i can say for quit.however owner not told any lease to me

[@uzoobokowo900]

Yulia as an international student who is not yet present in Canada, do I wait until I am in the country before renting an apartment? because I was told you have to be present in the country first.

[@ThisisYulia]

I’d say wait. there’s a lot of scam nowadays

[@diasporavoice8641]

Hi Yulia Thanks for this video. Is there a listing for sublets? A sublets will be perfect otherwise I have to depend on Airbnb

[@ThisisYulia]

no list, you need to look for them yourself :)

[@diasporavoice8641]

@@ThisisYulia Coming from the UK, I have no idea. Any suggestions which websites I can start to look from? In the UK for example, gumtree is a great website to look for anything. Just looking for recommendations where to start from. That’s all. Thanks

[@ThisisYulia]

I’ve mentioned everything in this video 😉

[@princewillanayo4133]

Hello..can i rent an apparteme t with my visa as documents to provide

[@pavelsantoyo6521]

Hi Julia! Thank you. Could you give an advice for internationals? How should I look for an apartment? I think that looking before arriving Canada don't work for us. Thanks!

[@ThisisYulia]

hi, I’m Yulia 😉 also, I used everything I mentioned in the video while being still in Russia, so it works for international students

[@nikasarabi1275]

can you introduce the best app or website for searching apartment??

[@ThisisYulia]

kijiji and facebook marketplace :)

[@hosseinhaghjoo6175]

Can you explain aboutl,how do we get scholarship from professor?for master

[@ThisisYulia]

no idea :) you should ask your university or the professor

[@hosseinhaghjoo6175]

@@ThisisYulia thanks

[@kamikami5637]

Hey Yulia, is the whole Canada in lockdown?

[@ThisisYulia]

more or less yes

[@Nylon-xj9ml]

She talked about everything but the pricing lol. Good video tho, very detailed & informative

[@ThisisYulia]

because prices change every year and other info doesn’t 😉

[@josephkwameannan5297]

Good evening please how are you doing, please I need some information about relocate in Canada, I'm Italian citizen, but before I will rent a house,i need place where I can find a job,or close to industrial area, can you help me, thank you very much.

[@diegomanjarrez9083]

Hey Yulia, first of all thanks for the advices, and second of all, what are the best websites or places to look for apartments? I just got accepted in GBC and I’m moving to Toronto (downtown) on May. Thanks for your vids! Keep grinding!

[@ThisisYulia]

Hey Diego, I’m Yulia 😉 Check Kijiji and Facebook groups for that. There must be good options over there. Also, congrats!

[@diegomanjarrez9083]

@@ThisisYulia I’m sorry, my Spanish autocorrect was the problem, in Spanish is Julia and I didn’t pay attention when I posted. Sorry about that and thanks you for the tip!

[@ThisisYulia]

no worries! you’re welcome 🙌🏼

[@GodOfWarWrath]

I'll be coming to Canada for the jan 21 session . Do I have to rent one from my home country or will I do that after reaching canada ?

[@ThisisYulia]

it’s up to you! you can rent Airbnb for 1-2 weeks and look for an apartment when you come :)

[@vealchga]

You need to TAKE in count the quarantine time too

[@GodOfWarWrath]

@@ThisisYulia Thank you for your opinion :)

[@camilapatino9529]

Hey!! Was the apartment for 1200$ that you said in the video shared and each of you payed 1200? Or 1200$ for the whole apartment..

[@ThisisYulia]

1200$ for a whole apartment but that was the price 7 years ago. I doubt you’ll find a 2bdr apartment downtown Ottawa for that amount of money now

[@michaelprosper3006]

You are doing good ma

[@saimahmuhammaddukku9509]

hi dear please do you have idea which city is cheapest to live in canada for a newcomer tnx

[@Waleedkhan-fr9oo]

Is there any website or app that we can find apartments and houses easily on it ? What about the person is newly coming to canada ?

[@ThisisYulia]

check facebook marketplace and kijiji :)

[@Waleedkhan-fr9oo]

@@ThisisYulia thank you Yulia

[@ernieblessed9510]

What is the best Apps to look for appartement in Canada

[@ThisisYulia]

kijiji, facebook

[@nimalkamal1254]

👍👍

[@froilandeguzman5453]

Hi, as student i dont have a reference letter or credit score. What will happen

[@ThisisYulia]

they will not rent you an apartment. you’ll need to spend a lot of time, so you can find someone who will accept you without those papers

[@froilandeguzman5453]

How about a bank deposit ?

[@ThisisYulia]

nowadays that’s not enough but you can try

[@saraalavi5360]

What is the range of price renting an one bed apartment in montreal??

[@ThisisYulia]

900-1300 depending on the neighborhood

[@saraalavi5360]

@@ThisisYulia Thank you can you upload a video about dormitary in Montreal???

[@collinsomale5795]

@@ThisisYulia 900-1300 is it a month or a year ?

[@mandacampbell2442]

Who can write your reference letter when going to Toronto

[@ThisisYulia]

a person who’s been living there for a while 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@_mahyar_]

with 1100 CAD budget I cannot find a proper studio in Montreal

[@michaelprosper3006]

Please 🙏 ma i want to be in Canada

[@harshchawla1119]

WHICH COLLEGE IS BEST FOR BUSINESS ACCOUNTANCY COURSE (TORONTO) ?

[@ThisisYulia]

any :)

[@harshchawla1119]

@@ThisisYulia please tell me like I get an offer letter from seneca , centennial,georgebrown which one should I consider?

[@ThisisYulia]

they are all good colleges. any that you like 👌🏼

[@harshchawla1119]

@@ThisisYulia Can you please tell me which one is best for commerce students?

[@nissinamara7276]

What of Niagara Collage?

[@bappabakshi3186]

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[@cicihusainah999]

why do not take care of pet animals in apartments?

[@parthibchakroborty]

Are you from Montreal ??

[@ThisisYulia]

oui

[@Im2you]

Once again I thank you Yulia for the remarkable achievement for your enthusiastic audience, and we say more progress and excellence, Apartment in Canada. It is very important ... It is surprising that you bring up an important topic for many of your audience, and congratulate you for constantly satisfying the desires of your followers, and this is what distinguishes you, Yulia ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@ThisisYulia]

Thank you very much!

[@picodaughs5714]

Nose pin is nice🥰🥰🤩

[@ThisisYulia]

merci 🔥

[@jollybhatt7492]

I want 2 apartments together is it possible?I want it in ottawa

[@ThisisYulia]

I don't see why not :)

[@ciarracrawford]

$1200 a month?

[@ThisisYulia]

depends on the city :)

[@gadgetaccount7862]

Здравствуйте. Как можно с вами связаться?

[@ThisisYulia]

по почте или в инсте)

[@rev.richardlaryea-abrorfo960]

My son has completed high school and wants to apply for a fully-funded scholarship in Canada, please help me

[@ThisisYulia]

it's not possible in Canada, sorry! undergraduate programs don't get much financial aid 😪

[@nimalkamal1254]

Do you live in ontario ?

[@ThisisYulia]

not anymore :)

[@nimalkamal1254]

@@ThisisYulia why is it too expensive ?

[@joabran9011]

Renting Apartments in Canada at present, all one finds for under over $1000 are over priced, mold infested, Cockroach infested and over noised, smelly pot drug apartments, unreal.. i ask when did this country Canada become like this.

[@lkianal]

Where are you from?

[@ThisisYulia]

mother Russia

[@antonboludo8886]

Everyone I speak to here is from a foreign country.

[@eliezerdejesus4844]

I subscribe just because you are pretty. My english is bad I'm sorry

[@ThisisYulia]

you should subscribe because of my useful content 😉

[@eliezerdejesus4844]

@@ThisisYulia you keep calm, i did it

[@jiveturkey9078]

I'm really thinking of leaving the country. Doesn't care about Canadians. It's starting to become a joke

[@theshiningstar2020]

dunicidy

[@victorlane4994]

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