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RentSmart: fostering healthy and sustainable rental relationships

RentSmart is a program designed to develop a network of certified community educators to foster healthy and sustainable rental relationships. It aims to provide housing professional with the skills and tools to empower tenants, contribute to stable tenancies, and build strong communities across Canada.

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Here are 5 reasons to become a RentSmart educator:

  1. Comprehensive training

Learn how to teach:

  • Tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities
  • Housing financial management
  • Effective communication and conflict resolution
  • Home maintenance and good rental practices

2. Exclusive tools

Get access to the RentSmart Dashboard to:

  • Manage your courses online and monitor participants’ progress
  • Access marketing tools, and teaching resources
  • Benefit from ongoing coaching and updates

3. National network

Join a growing community of educators to:

  • Collaborate, share knowledge and resources with peers
  • Expand your professional development

4. Lasting impact

As a RentSmart educator, you’ll:

  • Help prevent evictions and homelessness
  • Strengthen tenant-landlord relationships
  • Promote stable, resilient communities

5. An asset for your organization

Organizations that certify their staff as RentSmart educators amplify their social impact. RentSmart has a proven record with housing providers, municipalities, and social service agencies.

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