Bill 184 is an omnibus bill, meaning it contains a number of different topics. One of the most important changes lets landlords and tenants discuss payment options without the involvement of the Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB). In theory, it’s supposed to make the negotiation process easier and more efficient. As Morrison points out, though, the LTB exists for a reason--to make sure both parties have fair representation and are not being taken advantage of. Tenants are especially vulnerable, especially in cases involving large property owners -- larger corporations may have access to legal services and advisors that the average tenant can’t afford. As a result, the law has been dubbed the “Eviction Bill” by some politicians and activists alike.

RPTV News Reporter Chloe Nguyen-Drury spoke with Toronto Centre MPP Suze Morrison to learn more about the bill and how it can affect renters. Morrison characterized the situation in these terms; though the pandemic has slowed down, the economy has not rebounded to the point where people can consistently make rent payments, and she emphasized, “[Tenants] are no more able to pay today then they were two, three months ago”

By Chloe Nguyen-Drury

(Chloe is a youth journalist with the FOCUS Media Arts Centre).