The RentSmart Certificate course is a housing education workshop for anyone having a difficult time finding or maintaining their housing. Whether there are struggles finding a new home, you’re going through an eviction, looking to learn more about rights responsibilities as a tenant and for the landlord, or having a tough time making rent, this course may be for you. RentSmart can help by giving you the skills and knowledge needed to overcome these challenges. The course also delves into the following housing topics.
Maintenance do’s and don’ts
Meeting a landlord’s interests
Preventing and addressing problems with roommates and neighbors
Accessing community resources like financial assistance and affordable housing
Housing search skills
Landlord responsibilities and expectations
Preventing an eviction and understanding the eviction process
Budgeting and keeping housing affordable
Housing safety
Certification
After completing the course, you will receive the RentSmart Certificate of completion. This certificate can be used in place of or in addition to a reference by demonstrating to landlords that you have invested time in learning how to be exceptional tenant.
New Courses will be announced shortly; Please check back soon.
Recent Courses
| LOCATION | DATES | TIME | MORE INFORMATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario Works Office 136 Bayfield St., Barrie, ON | April 11-12, 2024 | 9am – 2pm | Open Course Brochure |
Registration
New courses will be announced soon. For more information please contact the Housing Associate at 705-739-0485 or housingcalls@empowersimcoe.ca.